EVENTS 2025
Jan 18 - Apr 6
Mitchell Park Domes Train Show
Experience a winter wonderland as the Show Dome transforms into a miniature train exhibit featuring 600 feet of track and a new theme each year. Ideal for train enthusiasts and families alike. Details at www. mkewithkids.com.
Jan 19 - Apr 6
Mitchell Park Domes Train Show
The Show Dome features a miniature train exhibit with 600 feet of track and a new theme each year. Ideal for train enthusiasts and families alike. Learn more at www.mkewithkids.com.
Jan 20 - Apr 6
Mitchell Park Domes Train Show
The Show Dome features a miniature train exhibit with 600 feet of track and a new theme each year. Ideal for train enthusiasts and families alike. Details at www.mkewithkids.com.
Feb 16
Mitchell Park Domes Train Show
The Show Dome features a miniature train exhibit with 600 feet of track and a new theme each year. Ideal for train enthusiasts and families alike. Learn more at www.mkewithkids.com.
Feb 16
Love Your Great Lakes Day at Discovery World
Celebrate the beauty and importance of the Great Lakes with engaging hands-on activities to inspire appreciation during Love Your Great Lakes Day. Details at www.mkewithkids.com.
Feb 16
Emily Song And The Queen Of The Night
Emily Song had always known that she was meant to sing. However, her
Odd Duck
Quirky find featuring an ever-changing New American shared-plate menu & creative cocktails.
939 S 2nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 763-5881 | Web: oddduckrestaurant.com
Bacchus - A Bartolotta Restaurant
Sleek, upscale New American spot with a huge wine list & a conservatory with Lake Michigan views.
925 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 765-1166 | Web: bartolottas.com
La Merenda
Colorful spot with an outdoor bar & a menu of globally inspired small plates, local beers & wine.
125 E National Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Phone: (414) 389-0125 | Web: lamerenda125.com
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AJ Bombers
Kitschy joint for burgers, beer & shelled peanuts where customers write on the wall with markers.
1247 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI
Harbor House
Upscale spot with Lake Michigan & skyline views serving steak & seafood dishes & offering a lengthy wine list.
550 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI
Tre Rivali
Mediterranean cuisine offered in sprawling digs with a dining room, bar, cafe & patio.
200 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI
Birch
Modern bistro & butcher shop serving Midwestern cuisine prepared on an open-fire hearth.
459 E Pleasant St, Milwaukee, WI
Mo’s A Place for Steaks
Upscale restaurant serving premium steaks, seafood & wine in sophisticated surroundings.
720 N Plankinton Ave, Milwaukee, WI
Original Sobelman’s on St. Paul
Bar & grill, housed in an original Schlitz tavern, known for Bloody Marys, burgers & sandwiches.
1900 W St Paul Avenue, Milwaukee, WI
Amilinda
Spanish & Portuguese plates are paired with cocktails & wine in a cozy-chic setting.
315 E Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI
Café Benelux
Cafe/market featuring food & brews from Belgium, The Netherlands & Luxembourg plus a rooftop patio.
346 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails. 511 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI
EVENTS 2025
father banned music from their lives for as long as she can remember. But that doesn’t stop Emily from secretly taking singing lessons online or joining the school glee club. On her 12th birthday, she gets a chance to sing in front of a live audience. Details at www.mkewithkids.com.
Mar 15
Milwaukee Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
The 57th Annual parade will take place in downtown Milwaukee, featuring Irish events at The Avenue, the Shamrock Club’s annual Mass in Honor of Saint Patrick, and a Post Parade Party at the Irish Cultural and Heritage Center. Visit saintpatricksparade.org.
Mar 23
Disney & Pixar’s Finding Nemo
The beloved 2003 Pixar movie comes to life on stage, with new music by the award-winning songwriting team behind Frozen. Learn more at urbanmilwaukee.com.
Mar 25
The Last Five Years
Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown delivers ballads of every shade in this emotionally powerful and intimate musical about two New Yorkers in their twenties who fall in and out of love over the course of five years. Details at urbanmilwaukee.com.
Apr 6
Mitchell Park Domes Train Show
The Show Dome features a miniature train exhibit with 600 feet of track and a new theme each year. Ideal for train enthusiasts and families alike. Visit www.mkewithkids.com.
Apr 6
Mitchell Park Domes Train Show
The Show Dome features a miniature train exhibit with 600 feet of track
EVENTS 2025
and a new theme each year. Ideal for train enthusiasts and families alike. Visit www.mkewithkids.com.
Apr 6
Mitchell Park Domes Train Show
The Show Dome features a miniature train exhibit with 600 feet of track and a new theme each year. Ideal for train enthusiasts and families alike. Visit www.mkewithkids.com.
May 10
Esperanza Rising
Set in the turbulent 1930s, and based on the popular book by Pam Muñoz Ryan, Esperanza Rising is a poetic tale of a young girl’s triumph over adversity. Visit urbanmilwaukee.com.
May 10
Circle Mirror Transformation
Annie Baker’s beautifully-crafted diorama of a comedy shows us, with terrific detail and clarity, the hilarious sadness of a motley quintet. Visit urbanmilwaukee.com.
May 10
The Last Five Years
Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown delivers ballads of every shade in this emotionally powerful and intimate musical about two New Yorkers in their twenties who fall in and out of love over the course of five years. Learn more at urbanmilwaukee.com.
Jun 11
Milwaukee Night Market
The Milwaukee Night Market returns to the heart of downtown Milwaukee for four nights this summer. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
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Jun 13
Polish Fest
Celebrating its 43rd year, Polish Fest will return to the Henry Maier Festival Park grounds, June 13 - 15, 2025. Rooted in Milwaukee’s long-held Polish heritage, this festival brings the community together to celebrate Polish culture. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Jun 19
Lakefront Festival of Art
Milwaukee’s Lakefront Festival of Art is back! Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of art, food, music, and activities for all ages at the Milwaukee Art Museum. Support the arts by shopping from a curated selection of artists. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Jul 16
Milwaukee Night Market
Experience downtown Milwaukee’s vibrant atmosphere with food trucks, local vendors, live music, and art installations along Wisconsin Avenue. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Jul 17
Storm the Bastille 5K
Participate in a fun and festive 5K run/walk through downtown Milwaukee, celebrating French culture and the spirit of Bastille Day. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Jul 19-21
Bastille Days
Celebrate French culture with live entertainment, French cuisine, a wine garden, and the annual Storm the Bastille 5K run/walk in Cathedral Square Park. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
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Aug 13
Milwaukee Night Market
Enjoy an evening of local food, art, music, and shopping in downtown Milwaukee’s vibrant atmosphere. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Aug 14-17
Irish Fest
Experience the largest Irish festival in the U.S., featuring traditional Irish music, dance, food, and cultural exhibits at Henry Maier Festival Park. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Aug 22-24
Mexican Fiesta
Celebrate Mexican heritage with authentic cuisine, music, dance, and
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cultural exhibits at Henry Maier Festival Park. Learn more online at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Sep 7
Great Riverwest Rummage Sale & Flea Market
Browse through vintage clothing, furniture, toys, and more at this outdoor community sale in the Riverwest neighborhood. Learn more online at www.urbanmilwaukee.com.
Sep 7
Wildflowers on the Water
Enjoy live music, food trucks, and art at Lakeshore State Park, promoting the planting of wildflowers and environmental education. Learn more at www.urbanmilwaukee.com.
Sep 10
Milwaukee Night Market
Experience downtown Milwaukee’s vibrant atmosphere with food trucks, local vendors, live music, and art installations along Wisconsin Avenue. Learn more at www.visitmilwaukee.org.
Oct 4-5
Harvest Fair at Wisconsin State Fair Park
Celebrate the fall season with pumpkin carving, hayrides, live entertainment, and seasonal treats at Wisconsin State Fair Park. Learn more at www.wistatefair.com.
Oct 18
Milwaukee Film Festival
Enjoy a diverse selection of independent films from around the world, featuring screenings, panels, and discussions at various venues across Milwaukee. Learn more at www.mkefilm.org.
MKE LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER
The Milwaukee LGBT Community Center delivers educational, health promotion, and community-building services that meet the needs of LGBT youth, adults, and their allies in the Greater Milwaukee area from its primary facility and other sites.
WWW.MKELGBT.ORG | (414) 271-2656
PFLAG MILWAUKEE
PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights. MILWAUKEE-PFLAG.ORG | (414) 299-9198
DIVERSE & RESILIENT
At Diverse & Resilient, we see a future in which lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people in Wisconsin thrive, living healthy, satisfying lives in safe, supportive communities. DIVERSEANDRESILIENT.ORG | (414) 390-0444
WISCONSIN LGBT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The award-winning Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is an organization of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and LGBT-allied businesses, corporations and professionals throughout the state of Wisconsin focused on being a strong pro-fairness business community. WISLGBTCHAMBER.COM | (414) 678-9275
HMONG AMERICAN WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION
We are PROUD to be the only Southeast Asian women, Queer-fem-led grassroots social justice advocacy organization in Milwaukee, WI that is dedicated to the liberation of Southeast Asian women, girls, Queer and Trans people.
WWW.HAWAMKE.ORG | (414) 930-9352
EVENTS 2025-26
Oct 31
Boo at the Zoo
Celebrate Halloween with family-friendly activities, costume contests, and themed animal encounters at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Learn more at www.milwaukeezoo.org.
Nov 8-9
Trainfest
Explore the largest operating model railroad show in the U.S., featuring over 50 operating layouts and displays at the Wisconsin Exposition Center in West Allis. Learn more at www.trainfest.com.
November 27
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kickoff
Celebrate the start of the holiday season with the lighting of downtown Milwaukee’s holiday displays, live entertainment, and family activities. Learn more at www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com.
Nov 28-30
Holiday Folk Fair International
Experience Milwaukee’s cultural diversity through international music, dance, cuisine, and crafts at the Wisconsin State Fair Park. Learn more at www.folkfair.org.
Dec 6
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
Enjoy a month-long celebration of holiday lights, featuring illuminated displays, horse-drawn carriage rides, and festive events throughout downtown Milwaukee. Learn more at www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com.
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