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July 3, 2023

broadstreet.zone(152652); The Wisconsin State Fair will return August 3-13. As we await the 11-day celebration of food, entertainment, Wisconsin-made products, agriculture, and other activities, we figured we'...

We’re DJing an all-local happy hour set at Cactus Club on July 12

July 3, 2023

Here at Milwaukee Record, we support local music, we love local music, we write about local music, and we've amassed a respectable collection of local music through the years. Since we've been getting that itch...

Summerfest Weekend 2 Recap: The entirely ’80s edition (sort of)!

July 2, 2023

THURSDAY Thursday afternoon, with Milwaukee's air quality still hovering in the "Unhealthy" range, a thought occurred to me: I was currently pondering which form of Summerfest transportation (bike or bus) woul...

Red Light Ramen will permanently close July 13

July 1, 2023

After nearly a decade in business, Red Light Ramen will close. The popular and beloved East Side ramen shop, located beneath the street at 1749 N. Farwell Ave., announced its impending closure via social media ...

Welcome to July: Here’s what you’re doing this month

July 1, 2023

Where has the summer gone? Okay, okay, so there’s still a ton of summer left, but the bleakness of autumn will be upon us before you know it. Thus, it’s important to use your limited summer entertainment allotm...

Milwaukee Record Cat Of The Week: Cosmo

July 1, 2023

Milwaukee Record is working in partnership with Urban Cat Coalition—a local organization that’s dedicated to creating a no kill community by humanely reducing the cat population in the Milwaukee area through ta...

I took a Milwaukee Record gummy and saw Greensky Bluegrass at Summerfest

June 30, 2023

Grant Steskal is a huge bluegrass fan. And as an employee of local CBD, Delta 8, and Delta 9 retailer Kind Oasis (2169 N. Farwell Ave., 414-877-0253), he's also capable of handling heroic doses those aforementi...

Halfway there: A Milwaukee Brewers 2023 mid-season report

Kyle Lobner

June 30, 2023

You may not have needed another reminder that summer goes by too fast, but the Milwaukee Brewers have nonetheless provided one: Their Thursday night game against the Mets was their 81st of the year, meaning the...

Watch Game 6 of the 2021 Finals with us at The Cooperage on July 21

June 30, 2023

July 20, 2021 is a date Milwaukee will always remember. That night, the Bucks won Game 6 of the NBA Finals and, in doing so, became World Champions. Even though Giannis Antetokounmpo and company were unable to ...

Great Job, Milwaukee! We’re the 10th best city for Fourth of July celebrations

June 30, 2023

Here at Milwaukee Record, we employ a sentient machine known as the Great Job, Milwaukee! Bot to keep track of the state’s many appearances on dopey online lists, as well as any time a national publication deig...

Milwaukee Music Roundup: June 2023

June 30, 2023

Looking for new music? Looking for new Milwaukee music? Then look no further than our monthly Milwaukee Music Roundup. LPs AND EPs OF NOTE HOSTS - Wade Low Wade Low by HOSTS Kia Rap Princess - The Vibe ...

Sculpture Milwaukee ’23 includes piece based on body cast of Michael Jackson, “Michael In White”

June 29, 2023

This week, when Sculpture Milwaukee opens its 2023 season, the outdoor public art exhibition will sprinkle Wisconsin Avenue with its usual mix of whimsical, thoughtful, and bold pieces. Titled Actual Fractals, ...

Take me back to Summerfest 2017: Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers at Summerfest amphitheater

June 29, 2023

Since moving to Milwaukee in 2009, I've been fortunate to be able to attend and cover Summerfest in some capacity every (non-pandemic) summer I've lived here. In that span, I've been able to catch a lot of conc...

MobCraft announces Weird Fest entertainment lineup, beer list

June 28, 2023

Back in early May, the fine folks at MobCraft Beer quietly announced the date for its 5th annual "Weird Fest Block Party." After we immediately saved the date for the Walker's Point (by way of Madison) brewery'...

Brewed City: Sil’s (Summerfest)

June 28, 2023

Milwaukee and its surrounding suburbs boast a wealth of great independent coffee shops, award-winning roasters, and other excellent area establishments where you can get a caffeine fix. We plan to celebrate som...

WMSE’s Local/Live: Kia Rap Princess

June 28, 2023

WMSE's local and live in-studio showcase, Local/Live, airs Tuesdays 6-7 p.m. You can find past episodes HERE. Beginning in 2023, we're also collecting episodes on a handy Soundcloud playlist. milwaukeereco...

Mandatory Milwaukee: The Famous Racing Sausages have been up and running for 30 years

June 27, 2023

Some Milwaukee things come and go, while some Milwaukee things become iconic. Mandatory Milwaukee is all about the latter. This week: The Famous Racing Sausages. They're beloved by fans of all ages. They're ...

Brady Street study released with four options for pedestrianization

June 27, 2023

Five months after the Brady Street Business Improvement District (BID) commissioned a study exploring "pedestrianization" options for the East Side street, the study—created by GRAEF and The Kubala Washatko Arc...

Bremen Block Party brings music, vendors, charity to Riverwest July 22