Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for Cocoa with the Clauses on Dec. 14

The free, family-friendly event will offer cookies, hot cocoa and photo ops at Cathedral Square Park

Marvel at Downtown’s holiday lights aboard the Jingle Bus

Narrated tours return Thursday through Sunday evening as part of the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival

Ornament Trail returns to Downtown as part of Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival

15 larger-than-life, hand-painted ornaments will be displayed throughout Downtown and the Third Ward

Festive Season Begins Downtown with Holiday Lights Festival kickoff extravaganza on Nov. 21 at Pere Marquette Park

Kickoff ceremony to feature fireworks, giveaways and performances from local entertainers

Downtown Milwaukee’s Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee moves to new Halloween Village at Baird Community Commons on Oct. 26

Downtown’s pumpkin palooza returns with more free goodies and a backdrop of seasonal lights

Halloween lights debut in Downtown Milwaukee as part of new Halloween Village at Baird Community Commons

Interactive displays and a giant, walkthrough pumpkin delighting families now thru Oct. 31

Work on three Riverwalk murals to begin this month

Downtown Placemaking Task Force announces artists behind four mural concepts

Milwaukee Downtown names its 2024 Downtown Achievement Award Winners

Key downtown projects and organizations recognized at Milwaukee Downtown’s 2024 State of Downtown

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to brighten downtown visits Nov. 21 – Jan. 1

Six-week festival returns with over 500,000 lights, an ornament trail and other festive happenings

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host State of Downtown meeting addressing successes, future of Downtown Milwaukee on Oct. 1

Meeting to be held at Baird Center with keynote address from David Downey, president and CEO of International Downtown Association

Design Services RFQ Issued for Red Arrow Park

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 seeking qualified firm to lead the design and public engagement for this central space

Groundbreaking Ceremony Announced for Downtown Milwaukee Dog Park

Project leaders, public officials and sponsors to gather for first dig on Sept. 5

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week returns August 19

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 will host five days of free lunches, Office Challenge Games, giveaways and more

Milwaukee Downtown to Host “Wrap Party” Featuring Giveaways

Milwaukee Downtown to host “Wrap Party” featuring giveaways and limited open tabs at local restaurants

Giveaways will be “unwrapped” all week as a thank you to the Downtown workforce and residents for welcoming tens of thousands of visitors to Milwaukee this month

Pedal-powered art brings fresh sights and sounds to Milwaukee’s RiverWalk

Light Lane becomes summer show-stopper on the RiverWalk at Chase Tower now through mid-August

Artists Sought for Multiple Permanent Murals Coming to Milwaukee’s Riverwalk

Four new murals of various sizes to enliven the walls along the Milwaukee Riverwalk

Isabel Ullrich joins Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 as new Marketing, Events and Social Media Manager

Lunchtime Concerts Return to Downtown Milwaukee This Summer

Heart(beats) of the City powered by MGIC and PNC presents Tunes@Noon to bring free, midday melodies to public spaces downtown

Menu details released for 18th annual Downtown Dining Week

Lunch and dinner menus for 30+ restaurants now available online ahead of the May 30 – June 6 event

Downtown Dining Week returns May 30 – June 6

More than 30 downtown eateries will offer lunch and dinner specials during the annual event

‘Big Truck Day’ returns to Downtown Milwaukee‘Big Truck Day’ returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, May 18, celebrating National Public Works Week on Saturday, May 18, celebrating National Public Works Week

Dozens of big rigs from the Department of Public Works, Milwaukee Police Department and Milwaukee Fire Department will be on site at Red Arrow Park for kids to check out

Downtown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast returns February 26 – March 1

Five nights of discounted bottles and bites available at more than 20 restaurants from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. nightly

Third Annual Downtown Ice CAPE-Ade Returns to Red Arrow Park

Skate with local and national heroes during the third annual Downtown Ice CAPE-ade at Red Arrow Park’s “Slice of Ice” rink

Milwaukee Downtown Names New Director of Public Space Initiatives

Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for Cocoa with the Clauses on Dec. 9

The free, family-friendly event will offer cookies, hot cocoa and photo ops at Cathedral Square Park

Pfister Hotel chosen for this year’s Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival ornament

Celebrating 130 years, the hotel joins a collection of downtown’s most revered landmarks depicted in the annual ornament cast in pewter by local artist Andrew Schumann.

Gabriel Yeager, Director of Public Space Initiatives, Leaving Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival begins Nov. 16 with kickoff extravaganza

Kickoff ceremony to feature fireworks, Santa, and performances from local entertainers

Milwaukee Downtown introduces new Holiday Lights Festival attraction: Ornament Trail

15 larger-than-life, hand-painted ornaments will be displayed along Wisconsin Avenue and Water Street.

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to dazzle downtown visitors, Nov. 16 – Jan. 1

Six-week festival to ring in holiday season with festive lights and jubilant happenings

Downtown Milwaukee hosts 2nd annual Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee on Oct. 28

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 casts a spell on Red Arrow Park for a family-friendly Halloween event

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off August 14

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host free lunches, Office Challenge Games, giveaways and more, Aug. 14 – 18

Downtown Shines with Two Art Experiences Planned for April 21 & 22

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host “Light Club” and “Lights In Bloom” for a multisensory experience

Milwaukee Admirals announced as signature sponsor of downtown’s first dog park

Milwaukee’s professional hockey team joins Fromm Family Pet Foods and area businesses in advancing project

Downtown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast returns February 27 – March 3

Five nights of discounted bottles and bites available at 18 restaurants from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. nightly

Superheroes and A Touch of Arendelle On Tap For Red Arrow Park’s “Slice of Ice” Rink

Downtown Ice CAPE-ade and “Broadway Skates” featuring Disney’s FROZEN among the themed skating events for February

“Lightfield” by HYBYCOZO coming to Cathedral Square Park in January

World-renowned art duo bringing 24 light-emitting sculptures to Milwaukee for an immersive experience

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival kicks off Nov. 17 with magical lineup

Kickoff ceremony to feature holiday acts, fireworks and Santa at Pere Marquette Park

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to dazzle downtown visitors, Nov. 17 – Jan. 1

Seven-week festival to ring in holiday season with festive lights and jubilant happenings

Milwaukee Downtown names its 2022 Downtown Achievement Award winners

Key projects and downtown players recognized at Milwaukee Downtown’s 2022 annual meeting

Downtown Dining Week begins today, runs Sept. 8 – 15

“From steak and seafood to BBQ and global cuisine, there’s something for every palate on this year’s list of Downtown Dining Week participants,” said Beth Weirick, CEO of Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21.

Downtown Dining Week Returns Sept. 8 – 15

The event features prix-fixe menus at $15 or $25 for lunch and $35 or $45 for dinner at 28 restaurants

Downtown Dining Week sets the table for a September return

Annual feast returns September 8 – 15 with 25+ downtown eateries offering lunch and dinner specials

“Top Gun” movie night scheduled for Aug. 19 in downtown Milwaukee postponed

MKE Airport presents “Top Gun” film screening Downtown

Museum Center Park to host outdoor screening of the 1986 classic movie on National Aviation Day, August 19

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off August 15

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host free lunches, Office Challenge Games, giveaways and more, Aug. 15 – 19

Milwaukee Downtown announces summer schedule, reveals Heart(beats) of the City series

“Summer in the City” campaign to bundle Downtown’s summer happenings and offer a staycation giveaway

Downtown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast returns March 7 – 11

Five nights of discounted bottles and bites available at 15 restaurants from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. nightly

Public art elevated to a new level – two skywalk murals on the docket in downtown Milwaukee

Cathedral Square Park to host Cocoa with the Clauses on Dec. 11

Free, family event featuring Santa, Mrs. Claus, cookies, hot cocoa, and photo ops galore

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to set Downtown aglow Nov. 18 – Jan. 1

Six-week festival bundles more than a half million lights and downtown’s most cherished happenings

Downtown Milwaukee Dog Park wins $25,000 Bark for Your Park™ grant

Fundraising campaign continues at www.mkedogpark.com

Downtown Milwaukee to host “Inside Out Project: Citizenship for U.S.” on 16-city public art tour

Photo booth truck to visit Chase Tower at Water and Wisconsin on August 27

City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 announce project partners for Downtown Area Plan

P3 Development Group and TKWA among lead consultants

Public fundraising campaign for downtown Milwaukee’s first dog park officially kicks off

Donations now accepted at new website; Downtown Neighbors Association commits first fundraising pledge

Beginning tomorrow, Buskerfest brings music, magic and storytelling to downtown Milwaukee’s streets

Downtown Milwaukee dog park project selected as a finalist for a 2021 PetSafe® Bark for Your Park™ Grant

Voting Period Runs Through August 31 — Ten U.S. Communities Will Win Funds to Build or Improve a Local Dog Park

Rebecca Sue Button joins Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 as Marketing, Events and Social Media Director

First annual “Buskerfest” brings music to downtown as part of Jumpst(ART) Downtown campaign

Featuring over 60 musicians performing nearly 100 hours of live music, Aug. 6 - 8

New box lunch campaign encourages downtown employers to support neighborhood eateries

Comeback Cuisine to inspire the purchase of 3,000 lunches from downtown restaurants within 30 days

Downtown buildings to shine in red, white and blue as beacons of hope and strength

Grab a bite and beverage during downtown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast, March 2 – 6

Five nights of sipping and sampling at 25+ downtown Milwaukee restaurants

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 and East Town Association issue “Call for Walls” for new mural project in East Town neighborhood

Cocoa with the Clauses returns to Cathedral Square Park on Saturday, Dec. 14

A free afternoon filled with outdoor winter fun and sweet treats for the whole family

Mauricio Ramirez wraps up large-scale mural on Community Advocates, Inc. building in heart of downtown Milwaukee’s Westown neighborhood

Community encouraged to help artist paint Tuesday and Wednesday; Ribbon-cutting ceremony slated for Thursday

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to illuminate downtown visits, Nov. 21 – Jan. 1

Six-week festival to bundle light displays and holiday happenings

James Davies

"You experience a city differently depending on how you move through it, and I think a bicycle is just about the best way."

Marilu Knode

"I am so impressed to see up-close all the incredible energy and investment that is happening in downtown."

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 launches Downtown Community Perceptions Survey

The survey aims to understand how the community interacts with downtown Milwaukee and what perceptions are on downtown’s offerings, amenities, attractiveness and more.

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off July 22

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host Downtown Employee Appreciation Week, July 22 - 26

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 mixes up Thursday lunchbreaks with PNC presents Tunes@Noon

Courtyard concerts to be held at 411 East Wisconsin Center, June through September

Westown to blossom this summer with new gateway mural by Emma Daisy Gertel

Gertel will seek input from the community to design the final composition.

Milwaukee Downtown seeks artist applications for gateway mural in Westown

A request for qualifications has been issued seeking submissions from an artist or artist collective.

Grab a bite and beverage during downtown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast, Feb. 25 – March 1

Five nights of sipping and sampling at 25+ downtown Milwaukee restaurants

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 announces move to West Wisconsin Avenue

Downtown advocacy group signs 10-year lease at The Avenue

Milwaukee Downtown seeks Key to Change donations during season of giving

Ongoing campaign aims to end homelessness through an outreach coordinator and housing placements

Jingle Bus tour captures downtown Milwaukee’s lights and sights for $2

See downtown Milwaukee’s festive panorama with a 40-minute narrated tour, Thursdays through Sundays, until Dec. 30

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival gives visitors “watts” of reasons to “glow” downtown

Six-week festival to bundle lighting displays and holiday happenings, Nov. 15 – Jan. 1

Downtown activates parking spaces into vibrant public spaces for one-day event

Parking spaces transformed for global movement, PARK(ing) Day, is Sept. 21

Downtown GO! Kart debuts on Wisconsin Avenue with tabletop games

The Downtown GO! Kart offers an assortment of games for all ages and skill levels to play.

Sample the city during Milwaukee’s 13th annual Downtown Dining Week

Three-course meal deals available at nearly 40 downtown establishments, May 31 – June 7

Follow Bob the dog’s “tail” of downtown exploration for a good cause

All proceeds from the book will go toward Key to Change, an initiative created by Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to end chronic homelessness, in memory of Joe Weirick.

Savor the flavors of downtown Milwaukee during Taste & Toast, March 5 – 9

Five nights of sipping and sampling at 30 downtown Milwaukee restaurants

Santa and Mrs. Claus return to Cathedral Square Park for Cocoa with the Clauses on Saturday

A FREE afternoon filled with outdoor winter fun and sweet treats for the whole family

Area schools continue decorating Cathedral Square Park for Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival

“Community Spirit Park” at Cathedral Square Park is one of three downtown parks decorated for the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival.

Milwaukee Downtown names its 2017 Downtown Achievement Award winners

Catalytic projects and downtown leaders were honored for their contributions to the central business district.

Downtown Activates 11 Metered Parking Spaces for One-Day Event Tomorrow

Parking spaces transformed for global PARK(ing) Day on Sept. 15

Downtown debuts Key to Change meters on Sept. 13 to aid in ending chronic homelessness

Seven parking meters retrofitted to collect coin donations for quality-of-life programs

Downtown employees to bask in week of summertime freebies and perks

Milwaukee Downtown to host Downtown Employee Appreciation Week, July 31 – Aug. 4

Wisconsin Avenue utility box mural project concludes with ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 11

All 10 utility box murals were composed and created by Mauricio Ramirez

Milwaukee Downtown launches West Wisconsin Avenue audio walking tour

12-block tour highlights public art and historical buildings along the Avenue

Sculpture Milwaukee kicks off May 31 with mayoral proclamation, live entertainment and free lunch

Chase Tower at Water and Wisconsin to host ribbon-cutting ceremony from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Statement Regarding Downtown Gentlemen’s Club

We have discussed this request with our property owners and tenants and cannot in good conscience recommend a Downtown location that would not be subject to adverse secondary effects.

Sample downtown Milwaukee’s flavor during Taste & Toast March 6 – 10

Five nights of discounted bottles and bites at 24 downtown Milwaukee restaurants

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 announces design competition for Wisconsin Avenue utility boxes

The utility box mural installations will serve as the pilot initiative for Arts on Wisconsin Avenue.

Downtown Milwaukee’s holiday lights go bright November 17

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off to feature switch-flipping ceremony, music and fireworks

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to brighten downtown visits

Six-week festival to bundle lighting displays and holiday happenings, Nov. 17 – Jan. 1

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week Begins Monday July 25

The opening ceremony well be held at Red Arrow Park from 11:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 among 15 new communities accepted into WEDC Downtown Revitalization Program

Program to help communities revitalize downtown and urban commercial districts

Milwaukee Downtown names its 2016 Downtown Achievement Award winners

At the conclusion of the annual meeting, catalytic projects and leaders were honored for their contributions to the central business district.

The Table is Set for Milwaukee’s 2016 Downtown Dining Week

Three-course meal deals at 44 downtown eateries June 2-9

Raise a glass to the return of Milwaukee Downtown’s Taste & Toast Feb. 29 – March 4

Five nights of bottles and bites at downtown Milwaukee restaurants

Downtown Milwaukee ignites its holiday cheer on November 19

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off to feature switch-flipping ceremony, music and fireworks

Downtown Milwaukee ignites its holiday cheer on November 19

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off to feature switch-flipping ceremony, music and fireworks

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to illuminate downtown Milwaukee

Six-week festival to bundle lighting displays and holiday happenings, Nov. 19 – Dec. 27

Downtown employees to enjoy week of summertime perks

Milwaukee Downtown to host Downtown Employee Appreciation Week July 27 – July 31

Milwaukee Trolley Loop adds vehicle and extends hours for July 3rd service

Downtown service to assist in alleviating congestion during Summerfest and U.S. Bank Fireworks

Downtown Dining Week kicks off June 4

Area foodies to dig into dining deals at over 45 restaurants

Downtown’s summer trolley bells will toll again beginning June 4

The service will run Thursdays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., June 4 through Sept. 5.

Get a flavor for downtown Milwaukee during Downtown Dining Week 2015

Three-course meal deals at over 45 eateries to entice foodies June 4 – 11

Taste & Toast to lift spirits downtown beginning Monday

Five nights of specially priced bottles and bites at over 25 downtown Milwaukee restaurants

Milwaukee Downtown announces first Taste & Toast event March 2 – 6

Five nights of bottles and bites at downtown Milwaukee restaurants

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 endorses Mayor’s streetcar plan

“The Milwaukee Streetcar is a game changer for downtown.”

Downtown Milwaukee turns on holiday cheer Thursday

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off to feature music, dancing and fireworks in Pere Marquette Park

Milwaukee Downtown Names Matt Dorner as Economic Development Director

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 has hired Matt Dorner as its new Economic Development Director

Downtown launches Dining Week and Milwaukee Trolley Loop tomorrow

Signaling the start of summer, Milwaukee Downtown, Business Improvement District #21 will roll out two programs tomorrow – Downtown Dining Week and the Milwaukee Trolley Loop.

Downtown trolleys begin summer loop Thursday

Milwaukee Trolley Loop – Thursdays through Saturdays, June 5 – September 6, 2014

Downtown’s summer trolleys to ring again June 5

Downtown Milwaukee’s trolley service, the Milwaukee Trolley Loop presented by VISIT Milwaukee, will roll out Thursday, June 5.

Downtown restaurants prep for Downtown Dining Week 2014

Three-course meal deals to be served June 5 – 12 at 40 eateries

Downtown employees get a boost of appreciation

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host Downtown Employee Appreciation Week July 29 – August 2

Downtown Dining Week kicks off next Thursday

40+ dining destinations to serve meal deals June 6 – 13

Downtown Milwaukee restaurants prep for Downtown Dining Week 2013

40+ dining destinations to serve meal deals June 6 – 13

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off Monday

Monday marks the start of the 7th Annual Downtown Employee Appreciation Week, July 30 – August 3.

Milwaukee Downtown names Steven Looft new Economic Development Director

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 has hired Steven Looft as its first Economic Development Director.

Grand Theatre ticket booth transformed to meet needs of visitors and newcomers

Downtown Milwaukee is finding creative ways to revitalize Wisconsin Ave.