The Blog

 

Our blog is a digital compass that guides you through the experiences, stories, and insights that make Milwaukee truly special. With every post, we invite you to explore the hidden gems that await your discovery, immerse yourself in the local culture, and embark on virtual journeys that spark your wanderlust. Whether you're planning your next adventure, seeking insider tips, or simply indulging in armchair exploration, let us inspire, inform, and ignite your curiosity. Start exploring now and dive into a world of endless possibilities. 

Our 5 Favorite Things From Summerfest Weekend 1

Summerfest’s first weekend is in the books, and it had a little bit of everything that makes the world’s largest music festival a spectacular Milwaukee must-do. From fireworks at great heights to “Top Chef” bites, celeb cameos to headlining shows, and weather that reminded us of the beautiful…

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15 Milwaukee “Top Chef” Locations Revisited

Before Reading, please note: This blog contains Bravo’s “Top Chef: Wisconsin” spoilers. If you’d like to preserve the culinary suspense until you’re caught up, we’ll be right here when you’re ready! It all came down to one last chance at glory in the season finale of Bravo’s “Top Chef: Wisconsin,”…

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4 Fun Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Milwaukee 2024

No two dads are alike, and neither should your Father’s Day celebrations. This year, ditch the ties, tools and miscellaneous golf clubs and give Dad the gift of a special day with the family tailored to him. To help you plan your Father’s Day celebration in Milwaukee, we’ve created four different…

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Wauwatosa Summer Events 2024

Summertime in the Cream City means more. More sunny afternoons on the beach. More breezy days at beer gardens. More scoops of creamy frozen custard. And a seemingly endless array of ways to celebrate summer in Milwaukee. With a packed festival season and events like the Tour of America’s Dairyland…

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Bronze Fonz Bobblehead Scavenger Hunt

Goodbye grey sky, hello blue. Now’s your chance to take the Bronze Fonz home with you! Happy days are here, Milwaukee! We know you’ve been a-rockin’ and rollin’ all week long, and during travel and tourism, Visit Milwaukee is excited to pair up with the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club for an…

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New in MKE: Baird Center Expansion

The latest addition to Milwaukee’s growing list of completed developments this year is a total game-changer. Now open, Baird Center’s new north building has more than doubled the size of the convention center, positioning Milwaukee as a premier destination for meetings and conventions. On…

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Milwaukee Memorial Day 2024

The warmer weather, a three-day weekend, and just like that, the summer state of mind has arrived. That’s right, Memorial Day is the perfect weekend to spend some time with the family and savor this opening salvo of summer. There’s so much going on around town this time of year, so to put your…

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Meet Baird Center's New Art Collection

When you think of art, a convention center may not be top of mind. You might think of the city’s art museums or galleries peppered throughout the area, and you wouldn’t be remiss in thinking about the architectural marvels that make up Milwaukee’s skyline. But, inside the newly expanded Baird…

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Mother's Day in Milwaukee 2024

Mother’s Day is less than a week away! Whether you’ve had the day marked in your calendar for months, and you’re looking for the perfect finishing touch to mark the occasion, or you’re looking for last-minute plans to show Mom how much she means to you, we’ve got you covered with a variety of ways…

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New in MKE: Sportsbook Potawatomi Casino | Hotel

The Midwest’s largest retail sports betting venue is now open, and it’s right here in Milwaukee! Potawatomi Casino | Hotel’s latest 6,500 sq. ft. two-story addition in the former Northern Lights Theater redesigns the ultimate sports fans’ viewing experience with a massive video display, on-site…

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