2025 Traveling Beer Garden Tour Kicks Off May 14th at Wilson Park
WHEN: Wednesday, May 14th, 5 p.m.
WHAT: A short ceremony and first pour, with free beer & root beer for 20 minutes, to celebrate the first stop of the 2025 Traveling Beer Garden Tour
District 4 County Board Supervisor Jack Eckblad
“Wilson Park is an anchor for the south side of Milwaukee, and the ideal place to kick off the traveling beer garden season. Milwaukee’s tradition of gathering at beer gardens strengthens our bonds with our neighbors, builds a deeper sense of community, and generates revenue to support our entire parks system.”
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley
“Our Milwaukee County beer gardens offer a great setting to enjoy a beverage with friends and neighbors,” said Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley. “As a key part of the Milwaukee County Parks system, our beer gardens not only bring people together, but also generate vital revenue to support operations and future investments. I’m excited for another season of fun at Milwaukee County’s beer gardens. Cheers!”
Milwaukee County Parks Executive Director Guy Smith
“I’m thrilled to kick off the 12th year of the Traveling Beer Gardens with our wonderful partner, Sprecher. Their continued support has brought people together, raised vital funds for our parks, and helped us create unforgettable moments in our green spaces. We’re proud to keep this tradition going and excited to bring it to Wilson Park for the first time.”
Sprecher Brewing Company President & CEO Sharad Chadha
“We’re excited to once again partner with Milwaukee County to bring back the beloved Traveling Beer Garden for its 12th season,” said Sharad Chadha, CEO of Sprecher Brewery. “This collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment to the Greater Milwaukee community—a community we’ve proudly been part of for 40 years while many other craft brewers have come and gone. The Traveling Beer Garden is more than a celebration of craft beer and food—it’s a way to connect people, support local parks, and create meaningful moments together. As the Beer Garden tours Milwaukee County Parks, it gives residents and visitors alike the chance to enjoy our signature brews in beautiful, outdoor settings. We’re proud to continue this tradition and look forward to another season filled with community, connection, and great memories. Cheers to Milwaukee and our 40th!”
A Look Back at 2024
- Traveling Beer Garden had a hugely successful 2024, selling 3,700 Sprecher sodas, 1,350 1-liter steins of beer, 27,000 pints of beer, 2,600 Milwaukee Pretzels, and 4,000 Klement’s sausages
Additional Details
- Sprecher Brewing Co. has invested over $270,000 in the Parks system over the past 12 years. These crucial funds have helped fund a number of projects that include new basketball hoops at McCarty park.
- The Traveling Beer Tour will make its way to nine County Parks locations in 2025.
- For the first time since its inception, Traveling Beer Garden will make a stop at Wilson Park, located on the south side of Milwaukee
- The Parks Department will be continuing to offer beer garden favorites such as various brats/sausage/hotdogs and Milwaukee Pretzel Company soft pretzels
- Beto’s Tacos & Potatoes will serve as the primary food vendor for the 2025 Traveling Beer Garden tour
- Live Music on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 PM – 8 PM sponsored by Sprecher Brewery
- Traveling Beer Garden is open 5 – 9 pm MON – FRI and 11 am – 9 pm on
SAT, SUN, & HOLIDAYS - For more information on the Traveling Beer Garden, including dates, locations, and featured offerings, please visit www.travelingbeergardens.com
- For early photos, media requests, and interviews, please fill out our media request form 👉 here
• Additionally, Bartolotta Restaurants has announced the 2025 season opening of Roundhouse Beer Garden at McKinley Marina. The lakefront beer garden will open on Thursday, May 22rd from 5-8 PM.
Milwaukee County Parks is dedicated to enriching the lives of the community by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable recreational opportunities while preserving the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Spanning over 15,000 acres, the Milwaukee County Park System includes more than 150 parks and parkways, over 100 miles of trails, numerous community centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, beaches, and hundreds of playgrounds, athletic fields, and picnic areas. Committed to sustainability, health, and equity, Milwaukee County Parks continues to strive towards a vision where everyone, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of green spaces and recreational facilities.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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