Historic Third Ward

Streetcar Route Changed Until Summerfest’s End

'Festivals Line' merges two lines. Easier lakefront access, slower northern trips.

Wolf on Broadway Announces Rebrand

Plus: Pizza Shuttle joins 3rd Street Market Hall, city suspends Qdoba and The Seafood Shack plans East Side location.

Bastille Days Returns July 2024

Four-day French festival boasts enhanced entertainment lineup and French flair

See Inside New Third Ward Tower

333 Water will welcome its first residents Saturday.

Milwaukee Public Market Unveils Dates for Under-Freeway Concert Series

Next Week: Riverwalk Commons Concert Series Returns with Live Music and Local Food Trucks

Benson’s Restaurants Add Dog Menus

Plus: Company Brewing and Maya Ophelia's announce closures and a new Japanese-Korean option.

Construction Starts on Deer District Concert Venue

FPC Live plans to open venue in fall 2025, despite 'unconventional' RNC construction schedule.

The Hop’s Lines Will Merge For Easier Summerfest Service

'Festivals Line' will make it easier for first-time riders to get to lakefront.

The Hop Introducing New ‘Festivals Line’ for Summerfest

Combined route will operate until 1 a.m. and provide more frequent service to the Lakefront while eliminating the need for transfers

Gallery Night MKE Showcases Summer Event July 19 & 20

Protected Bike Lanes Will Link Bay View With Downtown

Series of city projects will provide safe link between South Side and Downtown.

Walker’s Point Will Get New Plaza, Protected Bike Lanes

And upgraded skate park. City plans 11 projects to improve south-side area.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces its 2024-2025 Season, Celebrating its 50th Anniversary

Public Works Committee to discuss parking/traffic & enhanced streetcar service during major lakefront festivals

DanDan Sauces Hit Shelves at Sendik’s

Plus: Three new restaurants for Bay View, Ruby's Bagels goes brick-and-mortar and goodbye Kwench Juice Cafe.

Milwaukee Film Names New CEO, Reports Attendance Growth

And reveals new fall doc festival and 2025 festival dates.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in April

The list of 15 include a boba cafe, sandwich shop and Thai restaurant.

Milwaukee Public Market Named #1 Best Public Market in the Nation

Milwaukee emerges as the winner among 20 nominees across the country

Gallery Night, Zines and Record Store Day

Plus: The second weekend of the Milwaukee Film Festival.

Third Coast Gourmet Opens in Third Ward

The counter-service deli and sandwich shop is now serving customers inside the Renaissance Building.

Mayor Backs Boulevard To Replace I-794 Downtown

'We should be thinking about the city we want in the future, 30 years from now.'

Sweetly Baked Announces Grand Opening in Third Ward

Opening weekend, beginning April 19, will feature plenty of sweet treats, plus art and freebies.

Streetcar Begins Daily Service To The Couture, BRT Will Soon Follow

Long-awaited milestone restores transit service to lakefront. Officials herald it as future of transit.

Dining Pop-Ups Present National, Local Talent

Five restaurant pop-ups this spring showcase diverse range of chefs.

The Hop’s L-Line to Fully Open April 11

The streetcar’s first new extension to begin operating seven days per week and provide service to the lakefront via the new transit concourse inside the Couture

Two Milwaukee Chefs Advance as James Beard Finalists

Dan Van Rite and Dan Jacobs are finalists for Best Chef: Midwest.

Milwaukee Theater District Launches Marquee Madness Promotion

Grocery Store Opens In The Brewery District

Go Grocer offers "top 40" grocery items, plus cleaning supplies, alcohol and more.

Milwaukee’s Premier Playground Opens For The Season

But check the schedule before you go. Northwestern Mutual Community Park is closed or requires paid admission during festivals.

Milwaukee Ballet to Enchant Audiences with “Cinderella”

The magical production to include six performances, a student matinee, and a charitable shoe drive.

New Third Ward Tower Will Be Milwaukee’s Priciest

And The Couture isn't far behind. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces Legacy Night performance of THE MOUNTAINTOP on March 22

Hosted by CopyWrite Magazine, Legacy Night invites Black and African American community members to experience THE MOUNTAINTOP by Katori Hall

Milwaukee Public Market Announces What Will Replace Kehr’s

Freese’s Candy Shoppe will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Kehr’s Candies Leaving Milwaukee Public Market

The candy store will pivot to online sales and pop-ups. Feb. 29 is final day of in-person business.

Cafe Benelux Announces Major Renovation

Third Ward restaurant will close from late February to early April for upgrades including a reimagined bar, additional seating and bigger TV screens.

New Design Released For Dog-Friendly Downtown Brewery

Foxtown Landing, dog park planned for riverfront site on edge of Historic Third Ward.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Continues 2023-2024 Season with The Mountaintop by Pulitzer Prize Winner Katori Hall

Directed by Dimonte Henning, starring Bryant Bentley and N’Jameh Russell-Camara

Sweetly Baked Opening Third Ward Cafe

Business's first standalone location will serve desserts, coffee and alcoholic beverages.

Developers Donate Third Ward Building To Preservation Alliance

Preservation battle ends with preservation advocates receiving 1884 tavern building.

New Owners Open G. Groppi Food Market

Ryan and Casey Foltz officially took over the market on Monday. They hope to carry on its legacy as a Bay View cornerstone.

Metro Eye Commits To Third Ward With 15-Year Lease

The Couture Shows Off First Apartments

193 apartments will soon be available promising stunning views, 'incredible location.'

Ramlow/Stein Architecture + Interiors Names Tara Christian Partner

Director of Interior Design Joins Ownership Team

Menomonee Falls Company Moving To Third Ward

Plus: Westown parking lot for sale and a recap of the week's real estate news.

Milwaukee Public Market Sets Open Date for The Dinky Rink

“Area’s smallest public ice rink” reopens to the public starting Friday, January 19

Warm Up With These Fun Events

Winterfest. Gallery Night. Monster trucks. And a 'Napoleon Dynamite' reunion. What more could you ask for?

EsterEv Opening Standalone Restaurant In Bay View

Fine-dining concept currently located inside DanDan will get bigger on KK avenue.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Launches The Mountaintop Legacy Award

Highlighting Black excellence in Milwaukee during MCT’s run of Katori Hall’s play THE MOUNTAINTOP

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre brings to the stage rare revival of Eugene O’Neill masterpiece, A MOON FOR THE MISBEGOTTEN

Starring La Shawn Banks, Kelly Doherty, and James Pickering and Directed by Mary MacDonald Kerr

Gallery Night MKE Kicks Off 2024 Season Jan. 19-20

The Edison Delights With Extra Thick Bacon

Third Ward restaurant's menu teases “bacon cut too thick," but it's just right.

New Korean-Chinese Restaurant For Third Ward

Industry veteran Jongsoo Kim planning new restaurant for former Fool's Errand space.

Milwaukee Bars Hosting Many Holiday Pop-Ups

Plus: 10 new bars and restaurants open and farewell (sort of) to Clock Shadow Creamery.

Milwaukee Marathon Returning In 2024 With New Route, Date

Race ditches Deer District, Downtown for Lakefront, East Side and Bay View.

Upscale Deli Coming To Water Street

Third Coast Gourmet plans to welcome its first guests in the coming months.

Ruth Lawson Joins Bars & Recreation as Director of Marketing

‘Inflation-Adjusted’ Deer District Concert Venue Approved

FPC's proposal for a smaller Deer District concert venue finds unanimous support.

City TIF Plan Will Expand Riverwalk

Pending council approval. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

2023 Black Friday Beer Release Guide

Nearly two dozen local breweries will release new beers and seltzers on the Friday after Thanksgiving.

Press Waffles Will Pop Up On South Side

Popular liège waffles served at Hawthorne Coffee Roasters every Saturday through 2023.

20 Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Meals

These Milwaukee restaurants are serving festive meals to enjoy on-site or at home.

Lowlands Winter Experiences Back With Bigger Igloos

Enjoy cozy outdoor dining, food and drink packages at Lowlands' eight restaurants.

Ben & Jerry’s Coming to Third Ward

Ice cream producer will open first Milwaukee-area shop near N. Broadway and E. Chicago Street.

Milwaukee’s Three Streetcar Extensions Need Mayoral Direction

Extensions to Fiserv Forum, East Side, Walker's Point and Bronzeville need local funding source.

New Coffee Shop Opens in Third Ward

Madison-based Grace Coffee expands to Milwaukee with coffee and espresso drinks, bakery and brunch.

Pumpkin-Flannel-Palooza This Weekend

Flannel Fest, Humboldt Park Pumpkin Pavilion, Boo at the Zoo and more.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Presents Brent Hazelton’s LIBERACE! With Milwaukee Native And Off-Broadway Star Brett Ryback

Created in collaboration with the Liberace Foundation for the Performing and Creative Arts

New Apartments Planned For Historic Third Ward

Final piece of Commission Row to be redeveloped.

Port Officials Have Concern With Potential I-794 Removal

Freeway-to-boulevard option is one of several that state is still studying.

19 Milwaukee Events to Haunt Your Halloween

From ghouls night out to a date with your boo, here's where to find the best Halloween festivities.

Mediterranean Restaurant Coming to Brewery District

Fil Fil plans to open its second location at Eleven25 early next month.

Milwaukee Wins $275 Million Grant To Fund Massive Waterway Cleanup

Generational effort will see Milwaukee waterways lose their "area of concern" designation.

George Marshall Clark Plaque Dedicated in Third Ward

Historic marker memorializes site of Milwaukee's only documented lynching.

Pet Store Opening in Walker’s Point

Skilos will occupy first floor of renovated building near river and Third Ward.

Public Market Celebrates 18 Years with Annual Harvest Festival

Third Ward’s Press Waffles Will Close

Cafe's final service is on Oct. 14. Mobile and retail arms will continue.

Milwaukee Theater District Announces Inaugural Milwaukee Theater Week

Near West Side Partners Selects Stephanie Sherman as Associate Director

Sherman brings strategic leadership expertise in nonprofit and small business development

Third Ward Tavern Saved… For Now

Developer says it won't appeal denial of its demolition request by Historic Preservation Commission.

Water Company Moving To Downtown

Plus: Marcus closes its only Milwaukee theater, WHEDA offers new downpayment program and a recap of week's real estate news.

Partner Sought To Reopen Milwaukee’s Oldest Bar

And you won't have to pay $5 million after buyer found for other properties.

Historic Commission Says No To Wrecking Former Wreck Room Tavern

Common Council will decide fate of building, a survivor of 1892 Third Ward fire.

Klement’s Sausage Factory Sells, Redevelopment Coming?

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Harbor District Riverwalk Moving Forward with New Contracting Opportunity

Skylight Music Theatre Announces Cast, Creative Team for Leonard Bernstein’s Beloved Masterpiece Candide

Visionary New Production of Classic Operetta Opens 2023-24 Season

Four Spots to Celebrate National Dog Day

Four-legged friends are the focus of these Aug. 26 events.

Third Ward Hosting Outdoor Community Dinner

Sold-out event will feature six-course meal prepared by neighborhood's standout chefs.

Lakefront Streetcar Extension Opens October 29

New line will operate as a 'preview' until spring 2024, when The Couture's base opens.

Developers Seek to Raze Historic Third Ward Tavern

Repairing fire-damaged, sinking structure would only result in 'Disney-like imitation.'

Hundred Acre Basil Hits Shelves at Outpost

Plus: A new downtown steakhouse, new Bay View restaurant, and LP welcomes first guests.

600 + Rowers to Compete Saturday, September 16, 2023 in the 22nd Annual Milwaukee River Challenge

Menomonee and Milwaukee River Course Challenges High School, Collegiate and Club Teams of Fours and Eights

Immersive Art and Light Exhibit Will Transform Mitchell Street

Two night event takes place in early September.

MPD Seeks Partners For New Camera Network

Partnerships with residents and businesses allow MPD to tap into network of surveillance footage across the city.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in July

Two downtown lunch spots, neighborhood bar and more to try.

Milwaukee Streetwear Brand Wins National Attention

Creators of Unfinished Legacy are a stunning success, with a new shop in Third Ward.

TerraSol Opens in Third Ward

CBD and hemp store offers a wide array of products for both humans and pets.

How Committed Is City To Tearing Down 794?

Council members question 'weasel language' in Milwaukee plan for Downtown.