MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Night Market, presented by Clover®, returns to West Wisconsin Avenue on Wednesday, August 13. The Market features over 100 local vendors, artists, performers and more. The Night Market is held on West Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street and Vel R. Phillps Avenue from 5 to 9 p.m.
“Although we were disappointed to cancel the July Market due to severe weather in the area, we made the decision with the safety of all event participants in mind. After some extra time away, we’re looking forward to being back on Wisconsin Avenue this Wednesday to shop, eat and dance the night away,” said Stacie Callies, Executive Director of Westown Association.
“Patrons and vendors alike are energized to make up for lost time after last month’s extreme weather call-off, and as presenting sponsor, Fiserv looks forward to helping make the returning Night Market an unqualified success,” said Bob Hau, Chief Financial Officer of Fiserv. “We are proud to once again showcase Clover, the world’s smartest point-of-sale and business management system, providing a cashless and touchless payments experience to help power the downtown economy right next door to our global headquarters location.”
A variety of local businesses will participate in the event including artists, restaurateurs and makers of all sorts. A full list of vendor and sponsor booths, along with a map of the event footprint, can be found at mkenightmarket.com/august-vendors.
Two can’t-miss performances are lined up for the Educator’s Credit Union Entertainment Zone starting with the fan-favorite Milwaukee Flyers at 6 p.m. and a Latin-inspired dance performance by Panadanza. See the fill lineup at mkenightmarket.com/entertainment-august. The 2025 acts were hand-selected by a volunteer curation committee supported by event media partners Radio Milwaukee and 101.7 The Truth.
The Plaza Pop-Up is also back this month at the northeast corner of Vel R. Phillips Plaza where attendees can sing tunes at the Bars & Recreation mobile karaoke suite and enjoy a draft beverage from the Draft & Co. vintage beer truck. See full details on the special activations at mkenightmarket.com/special-activations-august.
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 2nd St. and Vel R. Phillips Ave., along with mid-block closures on N. MLK Dr. between Wells St. and W. Wisconsin Ave. and 2nd St. north and south of W. Wisconsin Ave. Streets will reopen after midnight.
Sponsors of the 2025 Milwaukee Night Market include Clover, Miller Lite, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Potawatomi Casino Hotel, GRAEF, Gruber Law Offices, 310W, Peoples State Bank and VISIT Milwaukee.
The remaining 2025 Markets will be held on September 10 and October 1. On September 10, attendees are invited to celebrate College Night as we welcome students back to their local campuses. College Night sponsors are Milwaukee Area Technical College and Enerpac. Additional College Night details will be announced soon. As a commitment to the vendors and partners that were originally scheduled to participate in the July 16 Market, Westown Association has reserved Wednesday, October 1 as a make-up date. Further details on the rescheduled date will be shared in the coming weeks.
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 2024 Night Market at mkenightmarket.com/media.
