Milwaukee Night Market, presented by Clover® from Fiserv, kicks off season on Wednesday, June 26

MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Night Market, presented by Clover® from Fiserv, returns to the Westown neighborhood in downtown Milwaukee on Wednesday, June 26. During the event, over 100 local vendors, artists and performers will showcase their talents, transforming West Wisconsin Avenue into an exciting fusion of the best that Milwaukee has to offer.

The 2024 Markets, produced by Westown Association, will be held on June 26, July 24, August 14 and September 11 from 5 to 10 p.m. on W. Wisconsin Avenue between 2^nd St. and Vel R. Phillips Ave. This summer marks the 10^th anniversary of the event.

“Summer in Milwaukee is underway, which means it’s time for the first Night Market of the season,” said Stacie Callies, Executive Director of Westown Association. “We are so excited to welcome thousands of locals and visitors alike to experience the unique environment and special community that the Night Market creates on West Wisconsin Avenue.”

“The 2024 Milwaukee Night Market provides a unique opportunity to engage with the small businesses that are an integral part of our downtown community,” said Bob Hau, Chief Financial Officer, Fiserv. “We’re committed to helping small businesses grow and succeed with Clover, our all-in-one point-of-sale and business management platform, and we look forward to supporting local entrepreneurship at its best during this vibrant celebration of summer.”  

A variety of local, diverse businesses will participate in the event including artists, restaurateurs, crafters and makers of all sorts. A full list of vendor and sponsor booths, along with a map of the footprint, can be found at mkenightmarket.com/june-vendors.

The Kohl’s Entertainment Zone, located at the main intersection of the Market, will feature an exciting lineup of performers throughout the season that will surprise and delight the estimated 25,000 attendees each night. Along with a host of talented DJs and pop-up performances, live music will be introduced to this year’s programming. The 2024 acts were hand-selected by a volunteer curation committee supported by event media partners Radio Milwaukee and 101.7 The Truth.

During the June Market, Non-Pop!, a local artist collective, will do a takeover of the Kohl’s Entertainment Zone, featuring a musical performance by Higher Education Records, a live community painting hosted by Iconika, dance performance by A.I.M Squad and DJ sets from GetMoses, Tista, Quadi, Grand Master O and Police Create Hippies.

Thanks to Interstate Parking, those coming downtown for the Night Market are encouraged to take advantage of the $3 parking rate at The Avenue structure (entrances at 615 N. Plankinton Ave. and 258 W. Michigan St.). Guests should also consider using ride share services or public transit such as The Hop and MCTS to travel safely and responsibly.

W. Wisconsin Ave. will close at 10 a.m. for event set-up at 2^nd St. and Vel R. Phillips Ave., along with mid-block closures on N. MLK Dr. between Wells St. and W. Wisconsin Ave. and 2^nd St. north and south of W. Wisconsin Ave. Streets will reopen after midnight.

Community partners including Miller Lite, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Bota Box, GRAEF, Milwaukee Brewers, Gruber Law Offices, 310W and Skilo’s Family Pet Store are also supporting sponsors of the 2024 Milwaukee Night Market.

The Milwaukee Night Market provides a unique opportunity to gather on West Wisconsin Avenue, creating an environment for individuals of all ages and backgrounds to experience Milwaukee. You can view highlights from the 2023 Night Market at mkenightmarket.com/media.

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.