Historic Third Ward

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.

Say Hello to Rusty the Mastodon

Newly christened 22,000-pound sculpture in the Third Ward made from a former shoe company boiler.

Air Show Soars Over A Weekend of Fun

Don't let the sound of jets drown out Gallery Night, Weird Fest and much more.

Buskers To Take Over The Riverwalk

'It's Alive on the RiverWalk' series to offer free performers on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

State Wants Feedback On Plans For I-794

Should elevated freeway between 6th St. and Hoan Bridge become a boulevard? Two public meetings to seek citizen comments.

Sculpture Milwaukee Returns For 7th Year

Featuring 7 artists from across the globe, 39 works, and a meditation on Michael Jackson.

Northwestern Mutual Names Tower Team

And wins approval for street closure. Second glassy tower to be built by team that helped create signature 2017 tower.

Sweetgreen Sets Opening Date

National chain's salad bar in Third Ward will welcome its first guests on July 18.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in June

12 new places to check out for coffee, lunch or an upscale dinner.

Water Street Could Become Pedestrian Haven in Third Ward

Wider sidewalks, fewer traffic lanes contemplated.

Committee Backs 4 Streetcar Extensions

If federal grants received, system could reach Fiserv Forum, East Side, Bronzeville and Walker's Point.

Third Ward’s The Edison Opens Friday

New American eatery is the latest from Benson's Restaurant Group.

Kawa To Open at Crossroads Collective

Plus: Fusion Poke's grand opening deals, two restaurants suspended and a new home for Tots on the Street.

A Plan To Save Third Ward Swing Bridge

Proposal calls for it to become a national model, 'the coolest nightlife spot in the city.'

Fall Construction Planned for Downtown Dog Park, Brewery

By 2024 Foxtown Brewing complex and dog park could be the "hot new place" in town.

Gibraltar Announces Grand Opening Date

The jazz and cocktail venue - now in the Third Ward - makes its grand return on June 22.

Bastille Days Celebrates 40th Anniversary July 13 – 16

One of the world’s largest French festivals will bring back old traditions, new entertainment for 2023 iteration

Big Delay in Downtown Concert Halls

Will FPC Live ever build $50 to $60 million concert complex? Industry observers have their doubts.

Third Ward’s Fusion Poke Opens June 16

Hawaiian-Asian fusion restaurant will showcase poke bowls, ramen and more.

How To Get to Summerfest 2023

No car? No problem. Here are 9 other ways to get there.

Third Ward Tower Making Its Mark

Building will eventually rise 31 stories, but it's already clearly visible

The Edison Announces Opening Date

Third Ward's 'sophisticated neighborhood grill' will open on July 5.

New Beer Garden For Third Ward

The Third Ward Beer Garden opens Friday, featuring local and imported beer, cocktails and live music.

Streetcar Rolling Through Rising Couture

Lakefront tower now stands 15 stories tall, while streetcar connection is built out in base.

Milwaukee Ballet to Wrap 2022/23 Season with Encore

The season finale takes place in the Company’s Third Ward Studio June 1-11

What’s That Orange Barrier in the Milwaukee River?

We Energies' project to dredge river bottom is part of much larger cleanup effort.

1033 Plans Fine Dining in Walker’s Point

'Less is more' at small plates restaurant and wine bar planning May opening.

Public Market Announces 2023 Summer Concert Series Dates

Piles Being Driven For New Third Ward Apartments

Steel piles will form foundation for five-story apartment complex.

Meet Milwaukee’s Newest Historic Building

1883 Walker's Point building on S. 5th St. will be protected.

7 Catalytic Projects For Downtown Milwaukee

New downtown plan calls for streetcar expansion, protected bike network, rethinking 794 and improved public spaces.

Marcus Hotels & Resorts Promotes Jeff Stewart to General Manager of Hilton Milwaukee City Center

New Harvard Design School Leader a Longtime Local Architect

Grace La's enduring impact on Milwaukee includes Marsupial Bridge and Kilbourn Tower.

Saffron Adds Brunch Service In Advance of First Anniversary

Weekend-only menu debuts this Saturday with indian-inspired brunch dishes and cocktails.

11-Story East Side Hotel Approved

Council unanimously endorses new hotel for Brady Street.

Inside Rite-Hite’s New HQ

Ccmpany's campus is designed to attract the workforce, and customers, of the future.