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MKE ADMIRALS ARE BACK ON THE ICE THIS MONTH
Hockey season is just around the corner, and our hometown team returns to the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena on Saturday, October 19! The Milwaukee Admirals had an incredible 2023-2024 season, going on a 19 game unbeaten streak, which was the second longest stretch in league history. Get ready for the season by streaming “19 for 19: A Milwaukee Admirals Documentary”, available tonight on the Admirals’ YouTube page. And don’t forget to get your tickets to a game this season here!
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12TH INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC MARKETS CONFERENCE
The Project for Public Spaces is partnering with the Milwaukee Public Market next summer to co-host the 12th International Public Markets Conference from June 12 to 14, 2025! Attendees are invited to Milwaukee to see the influence public markets have in shaping vibrant and inclusive urban spaces, and will get to explore our city’s array of markets including the Milwaukee Public Market, Milwaukee Night Market, West Allis Farmers Market and more! Learn more about the conference here.
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2024 MKE NIGHT MARKET ATTENDEE SURVEY
As we plan for the 2025 season of the Milwaukee Night Market, we are seeking your valuable feedback so that we can improve the attendee experience and make the Night Market the best summer event in the city. We encourage you to spend five minutes completing our end of season survey by Thursday, October 17. Everyone that completes the survey will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 gift card to the 3rd St. Market Hall. Visit mkenightmarket.com/survey to complete the survey!
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Radio Milwaukee’s 2024 HYFIN Anti-Gala
Join Radio Milwaukee as they host the 2024 HYFIN Anti-Gala on Thursday, October 10 at Turner Hall. The HYFIN Anti-Gala is a fundraiser that celebrates Black excellence and Black Milwaukee. This year’s event includes an awards ceremony honoring Milwaukee’s Black talent, a fashion show inspired by The Wiz designed by Edessa School of Fashion, dinner from award-winning chefs and DJ Bizzon to close out the night. Tickets can be found here!
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THE MILWAUKEE RIVER CHALLENGE
The Milwaukee River Challenge returns to the Menomonee and Milwaukee Rivers on Saturday, October 5. This annual event attracts rowers and spectators from throughout the Midwest. Participants will travel along a three-mile course that comes right through downtown Milwaukee. You can watch the race from one of the recommended vantage points listed here.
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DOORS OPEN MILWAUKEE
Doors Open Milwaukee returns September 28 and 29! Doors Open is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. This event opens the doors to more than 100 locations to the community. The full list of participating sites can be found here with many Westown locations including the Baird Center, Milwaukee Public Library, We Energies- Public Service Building and many more!
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Hotels in Westown
This summer is gearing up to be a busy one full of events such as the RNC, the Milwaukee Night Market and the many conventions happening at the newly expanded Baird Center. If you’re planning to visit Milwaukee this summer, we recommend checking out the list below and part one of our hotel recommendations blog to help find the best hotel to stay at this summer. Courtyard by Marriott Ideal for business, leisure or extended-stay travelers, the Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Downtown offers one-of-a-kind convenience. Catch a show at the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra or take a stroll along the scenic Milwaukee Riverwalk, the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel is just steps…
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Springhill Suites
744 Vel R. Phillips Avemarriott.com
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Two Birds Event Group
910 N MLK Drivetwobirdseventgroup.com
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Library Hill
740 W Wisconsin Avemandelgroup.com