Milwaukee Night Market Returns on June 24 for 2026 Season

MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Night Market returns to the heart of downtown Milwaukee for four nights this summer on June 24, July 22, August 19 and September 16 from 5 to 9 p.m. on West Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street and Vel R. Phillips Avenue. The Milwaukee Night Market is a free event that features over 100 local vendors and a variety of entertainment each night, creating an exciting fusion of all the city has to offer.

“Since its start in 2014, the Night Market has become one of the staple experiences that Milwaukee summers are all about,” said Stacie Callies, Executive Director of Westown Association. “The ‘City of Festivals’ is a name that Milwaukee wears proudly, and we’re always thrilled to be part of an amazing lineup of events. We can’t wait for you to see what’s in store for this year’s Market when the season kicks-off on June 24.”

The Night Market provides an opportunity for local entrepreneurs to showcase their handcrafted, handmade and artisan goods to the estimated 25,000 nightly attendees. Last year, 235 small businesses participated in the event, all of which are located in Wisconsin and majority being from the greater Milwaukee area. The vendor application for the 2026 season is now open and can be found at mkenightmarket.com/applications. The deadline to apply as a vendor is Friday, March 13 at midnight; selected vendors will be notified in April.

Milwaukee-based businesses sponsoring the 2026 Night Market include Educators Credit Union, GRAEF, Gruber Law Offices and Potawatomi Casino Hotel. Additional signature sponsor opportunities are now available including title sponsor.

“GRAEF is proud to continue our partnership with the Milwaukee Night Market, an event we’ve supported since its inception and one that takes place right outside our corporate headquarters on West Wisconsin Avenue. Being part of the Market allows us to celebrate the energy, creativity and small businesses that make Milwaukee thrive while connecting with the community in a meaningful way. We look forward to welcoming attendees for complimentary s’mores and sharing how the GRAEF Foundation gives back to the neighborhoods where we live and work.” Justyce Dixon, Director of Communications & Marketing, GRAEF.

To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Stacie Callies at stacie@westown.org. Westown Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and donations are tax-deductible.

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 past seasons of the 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.