Vendor lineup announced for the 2023 Milwaukee Night Market presented by Clover® from Fiserv
American Family Insurance supports 5 BIPOC vendors; first Night Market of the 2023 season on June 14
MILWAUKEE – Westown Association announced the vendor lineup for the 2023 season of the Milwaukee Night Market presented by Clover® from Fiserv. Over 180 local businesses will participate in the summer event, transforming West Wisconsin Avenue into a unique environment for individuals of all ages and backgrounds to experience the best that Milwaukee has to offer.
The diverse lineup of vendors features a variety of artists, restaurateurs, farmers, crafters and makers of all sorts that will showcase their talents to the estimated 30,000 attendees each night.
The 2023 Night Markets will be held on June 14, July 19, August 16 and September 13 from 5 to 10 p.m. on West Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street and Vel R. Phillips Avenue. This year, the event footprint has expanded to include 2nd Street between Wells Street and Michigan Street, adding nearly 20 more vendor booths.
“We had an overwhelming number of applications for 2023, with over 450 businesses applying to vend at the Milwaukee Night Market,” said Stacie Callies, Executive Director of Westown Association. “Our curation team thoughtfully reviewed each and every application with the goal of featuring as many businesses as possible that represent the diversity of our city. There will be something for everyone at each Market, and we can’t wait to see the thousands of people show up to support these local entrepreneurs.”
“We are thrilled to host this vibrant downtown experience, featuring a variety of Milwaukee small businesses – many of which run on Clover from Fiserv,” said Bob Hau, Chief Financial Officer, Fiserv. “Whether powering the fan experience at Fiserv Forum or powering the passion and purpose of local entrepreneurs, we’re enabling businesses with a complete small business management platform and flexible payment capabilities that they can use virtually anywhere – online, in store and at outdoor venues like the Night Market. We are fans of Milwaukee and of small businesses, an essential part of the fabric of our community, and we look forward to cultivating more fans of both as this great event gets underway!”
Attendees can expect legacy vendors at the Night Market including Lush Popcorn, Tots on the Street, Yoko Ceramic and Nourish Natural Products, as well as entrepreneurs making their Night Market debut such as:
• Hot Box Pizza MKE – Offers a large selection of wood-fired personal sized pizzas that appeal to people of all backgrounds, ages and appetites.
• Inmoxicated – Based in Racine, Inmoxicated provides an extensive selection of premium, alcohol-free beverage alternatives.
• Rooted MKE – A BIPOC centered children’s bookstore, makerspace and literacy center that seeks to provide BIPOC youth a reflection of themselves through a curated selection of titles, as well as educate non-POC youth through early exposure to titles that depict BIPOC characters.
American Family Insurance returns for the third year, sponsoring vendor fees for five entrepreneurs at each of the four Markets by selecting an array of vendors that feature ethnic diversity and gender parity. The five sponsored vendors are:
• Beauty from the Root – A holistic skin care company that prides itself on creating luxurious handcrafted skin care products using nature made ingredients.
• BonBon Boba MKE – Serving fresh boba tea flavors including Lavender Milk, Thai Tea and more.
• Brava Blooms & Bouquet Bar – Woman-owned floral studio in Milwaukee with the mission to bring joy through uniquely curated blooms.
• Corazoncito Styles Boutique – Modern jewelry & accessories with the special touch of beautiful Mexican culture.
Rhubarb & Ice – Nourishing the community with their “world famous” Lavender Lemonade, Taco Dope Dip and eclectic copper and brass jewelry designs.
“American Family is proud to sponsor these talented BIPOC entrepreneurs as they participate in the Milwaukee Night Market, including assisting in creating opportunities with other partners who champion diversity, equity and inclusion efforts,” said Ranell Washington, American Family partnership advisor. “We’re excited to work with these five vendors for a third year at the market, share their inspiring stories, and provide support during this popular summer series.”
The full list of participating vendors can be found at mkenightmarket.com. The deadline to apply as a vendor has passed, however, Westown is still accepting applications for the waitlist at mkenightmarket.com/applications.
Community partners including GRAEF, Gruber Law Offices, Miller Lite, 310W, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Joy Engine, The Avenue and We Energies Foundation are also sponsors of the 2023 Milwaukee Night Market. Additional signature sponsors and new partnerships will be announced at a later date. To inquire about 2023 Night Market sponsorship opportunities, contact Stacie Callies at [email protected]. Westown Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and donations are tax-deductible.
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Westown Association is a non-profit business association focused on championing the economic and social development of Milwaukee’s central business district west of the Milwaukee River. This is accomplished through special event marketing, business advocacy, growth initiatives and public/private partnerships that improve the quality of life and vitality of the district. For more information, please visit westown.org.
Westown Association acquired the Night Market brand from NEWaukee, a local engagement agency, who had produced the event since 2014. After the Market’s cancelation in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Westown Association assumed production of the event, hosting a single Market on August 18, 2021 and the event’s first full season since it’s hiatus in 2020.
About Fiserv
Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV) aspires to move money and information in a way that moves the world. As a global leader in payments and financial technology, the company helps clients achieve best-in-class results through a commitment to innovation and excellence in areas including account processing and digital banking solutions; card issuer processing and network services; payments; e-commerce; merchant acquiring and processing; and the Clover® cloud-based point-of-sale and business management platform. Fiserv is a member of the S&P 500® Index and one of Fortune® World’s Most Admired Companies™. Visit fiserv.com and follow on social media for more information and the latest company news.
About the American Family Insurance Group
Based in Madison, Wisconsin, American Family Insurance has been serving customers since 1927. We inspire, protect and restore dreams through our insurance products, exceptional service from our agency owners and employees, community investment and creative partnerships to address societal challenges. We act on our belief in diversity and inclusion by constantly evolving to meet customer needs and preferences. American Family Insurance group is the nation’s 13th-largest property/casualty insurance group, ranking No. 251 on the Fortune 500 list. The group sells American Family-brand products, primarily through exclusive agency owners in 19 states. The American Family Insurance group also includes CONNECT, powered by American Family Insurance, The General, Homesite and Main Street America Insurance. Across these companies the group has more than 13,000 employees nationwide.
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