Overview of the Milwaukee Night Market
The Milwaukee Night Market is set to take place again on August 13, offering a vibrant outdoor experience filled with live music, food, and local goods. This free event will transform West Wisconsin Avenue into a bustling marketplace from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The market has grown significantly since its inception in 2014, drawing over 100,000 attendees annually. In 2021, the Westown Association took over operations from NEWaukee, a local engagement agency.
Key Dates and Locations
The event on August 13 follows an earlier market on June 11 and a postponed July 16 event due to severe weather. The remaining dates for the night market include:
- August 13
- September 10
- October 1
The market will be located on West Wisconsin Avenue between North Second Street and North Vel R. Phillips Avenue. It’s important to note that street closures will affect the surrounding areas during the event.
Food and Drinks
Attendees can expect more than 100 vendors offering a variety of food and drinks, including food trucks and local artists. A complete list of vendors is available online. Additionally, the Graef S’more Lounge on the 310W Plaza will provide free s’mores.
Live Music and Entertainment
The entertainment lineup includes several performances throughout the evening:
- 5:30 and 6:15 p.m.:Ixchel Ramirez
- 6 p.m.:Milwaukee Flyers
- 6:45 p.m.:Panadanza
- 7 p.m.:Ambulante y Clandestino
- 8 p.m.:DJ Danny Boy
There will also be an open-air dance floor for attendees to enjoy.
Street Closures and Parking
During the event, several streets will be closed to traffic from 10 a.m. on August 13 until 1 a.m. on August 14. These include:
- West Wisconsin Avenuefrom North 2nd Street to North Vel R. Phillips Avenue
- North Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Drivefrom West Wisconsin Avenue north to the nearby alley
- North 2nd Streetfrom West Wisconsin Avenue south to the skywalk
- Alleyon the west side of North 2nd Street and north of West Wisconsin Avenue
Parking options are available at The Avenue for a flat rate of $3 during all night markets. Entry points include 615 N. Plankinton Ave. or 258 W. Michigan St. Additional parking structures, surface lots, and street parking are available in the surrounding area, though some may require walking due to street closures.
Public Transportation Options
For those preferring public transportation, several Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) routes stop near the market:
- Connect 1 and 30:Plankinton and Wisconsin
- GreenLine, 15, 18, and 57:Water and Wisconsin
- Routes 12, 19, 31, 34, 80, 81, and BlueLine:6th and Wisconsin
Additionally, The Hop, Milwaukee’s free streetcar, offers convenient access. Riders can disembark at the Wisconsin Avenue Southbound stop or the Intermodal Station stop and walk three blocks north to the 3rd St. Market Hall, which leads to the market. Route maps and schedules are available online.
