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November 13, 2024

East Side Holiday Gift Guide

Shop exclusive deals and gift ideas from your favorite local businesses!

October 01, 2024

East Side BID Announces Appointment of New Executive Director

The East Side BID is thrilled to welcome Ryan Laessig as new Executive Director effective September 30, 2024.

September 25, 2024

The North Ave Street Improvement Project is Underway

Progress has begun on the North Ave Street Improvement Project.

April 24, 2024

East Side Pub & Grill Is Closed, Redevelopment Coming

East Side Pub & Grille has closed - but big plans are in progress for the space

February 14, 2024

Here's the Date for Summer Soulstice 2024

Summer Soulstice Music Festival is featured by OnMilwaukee

January 09, 2024

East Side BID January 2024 Newsletter

A celebration of top memories and accomplishments on the East Side in 2023

December 10, 2023

You may have noticed new lane markings on Highland, Walnut, North Avenue. Here's what's behind that…

Learn more about the East Side BID's new bike lanes in this article by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

November 15, 2023

East Side BID Holiday Gift Guide

Shop unique gift ideas from your favorite East Side businesses!

October 24, 2023

Celebrate Halloween on the East Side on October 28

Enjoy Halloween-themed events for all ages at multiple businesses and locations throughout the East Side.

October 13, 2023

New Mural Completed in Black Cat Alley

The East Side BID and Black Cat Alley are happy to announce that Ruben Alcantar has completed his new mural in Black Cat Alley.

September 21, 2023

Black Cat Alley Concert Series Extended

Milwaukee's East Side residents can look forward to an exciting fall season as the East Side’s Black Cat Rising concert series, presented by Crossroads Collective, has been extended due to its immense popularity.

August 21, 2023

East Side BID August 2023 Newsletter

Updates about new BID Board members, Rapid Implementation bike lanes, area management and BID beautification, upcoming events and more.

August 08, 2023

Protected Bike Lanes in Milwaukee; Installation on East Side

Alderman Jonathan Brostoff announced Thursday, Aug. 3 that installation of protected bike lanes will begin in the 3rd Aldermanic District, starting with E. North Ave. between the east end of the bridge over the Milwaukee River and N. Prospect Ave. Check out the latest coverage from Fox6 Milwaukee.

August 03, 2023

Black Cat Alley 2023 Call for Artists

The East Side BID is excited to announce plans to add a new mural to Black Cat Alley in fall 2023. We are issuing this Call for Artists in search of proposals for the wall selected for mural installation.

August 02, 2023

Construction Begins on Rapid Implementation Bike Lane Project

Construction is beginning on "rapid implementation," paint-and-post protected bike lanes to calm traffic on North Avenue.

June 28, 2023

Kawa Ramen Finds Temporary Home, While Two Other Milwaukee Restaurants Remain Closed After Fire

While one restaurant that had to shut down because of an east-side fire earlier this month has found a new, temporary home, two others say they'll be closed longer than expected.

June 22, 2023

26 Photos (and 1 video) from Summer Soulstice 2023

Check out Milwaukee Record's image gallery from Summer Soulstice Music Festival 2023!

May 03, 2023

East Side BID May 2023 Newsletter

Get updates on our State of the BID survey, new businesses joining the BID, the Ivanhoe Public Plaza, upcoming events, Summer Soulstice Music Festival and more.

March 29, 2023

Summer Soulstice Music Festival Date Set for 2023

Get the date and the details for this year's Summer Soulstice Music Festival.

February 15, 2023

The Oriental Theatre Gains National Historic Registry Status

The East Side's Oriental Theatre, one of the nation's finest historic cinemas, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.

February 07, 2023

Red Bull Doodle Art Contest is Now Accepting Submissions

The Red Bull Doodle Art Contest empowers a new generation of artists by inviting students and creatives everywhere to let their minds wander through imaginative doodles. Submit your doodle by March 16, 2023.

January 24, 2023

East Side BID January 2023 Newsletter

Favorite East Side BID moments from 2022, updates on the latest business and economic development, important information about infrastructure improvements and key dates to look forward to in 2023

January 05, 2023

CBS 58 Hometowns: Milwaukee's East Side

The CBS 58 team explores the East Side of Milwaukee with East Side BID Director, David Smulyan

November 14, 2022

North Avenue Streetscaping Vision

The East Side BID Board of Directors engaged two consulting firms to create a vision for North Avenue located east of the Milwaukee River.

October 18, 2022

East Side Celebrates Halloween in Black Cat Alley

The East Side celebrates Halloween in Black Cat Alley with all day activities and a dance party on Saturday, October 29th.

October 13, 2022

Scoping Milwaukee's East Side

When is the last time you checked out Milwaukee's East Side? Molly Snyder with OnMilwaukee.com shares how the East Side is changing and spots where you need to stop!

October 13, 2022

Relive a Slice of the 2022 Summer Soulstice Music Festival

The 2022 Summer Soulstice Music Festival was on a gorgeous day. The crowd was in high spirits and the music was stellar. Get a glimpse with these photos from Kristy Tayler of Tayler Photography and Milwaukee Record.

October 13, 2022

A Look at the East Side's Current State and Where It's Going

From an entertainment perspective, Milwaukee's East Side neighborhood celebrates iconic establishments while working to stay innovative with new business. It's not an easy line to walk, but new BID director David Smulyan is up for the journey.

September 24, 2022

Landmark Lanes is Celebrating 95 Years!

Landmark Lanes is celebrating their 95th birthday with a week full of events beginning Monday, September 26th, and running through Friday, September 30th! Events include a massive game night run by Midwest Gaming Classic, a screening of the Big Lebowski and Lebowski-themed party.

May 04, 2022

Introducing the Summer Solstice 2022 Lineup!

Introducing the Summer Solstice 2022 Lineup! Featuring Dramatic Lovers, Immortal Girlfriend, NilexNile, Klassik and many more!!

May 04, 2022

Hops & Hounds East Side Outing

B93.3, Dogtopia of Milwaukee Eastside and the Eastside BID Presents Hops and Hounds Eastside Outing on Saturday, June 4 from 11am-6pm, supporting the Dogtopia Foundation.

May 04, 2022

Summer Soulstice Returns!

Summer Soulstice is returning this year on June 18th! You are not going to want to miss this FREE showcase of great music along with a variety of food, arts & crafts, and activities.

July 06, 2021

Milwaukee's East Side Art Market returns with a full summer schedule

The East Side Business Improvement District (BID) announced Thursday, June 10, they are teaming up with Milwaukee Makers Market for the markets hosted from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the second and fourth weekends of the month, June through September in the East Side Art Lot

July 06, 2021

Milwaukee Film Festival announces dates for 2022, plans to be in person

The summer movie season is officially underway in theaters right now, but for Brew City cinema lovers, the most exciting film news isn't coming out this month or this season, but almost a year away: the 2022 Milwaukee Film Festival, which today announced its official dates.

July 06, 2021

Milwaukee welcomes its first "selfie studio"

Milwaukee’s first “selfie studio,” opened its doors today at 2410 N. Farwell Ave. The space was formerly occupied by Core Yoga.

July 06, 2021

Black Cat Alley looking for women, LGBTQ and BIPOC artists to create new murals

Milwaukee's Black Cat Alley is looking for Wisconsin-based artists to create three new murals. Women, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC artists will be prioritized, according to a news release from the East Side Business Improvement District.

July 06, 2021

East Art Lot and Black Cat Alley ramp up for more art and events

The East Side Creative Corridor will see some new art this summer as organizers seek three new murals for Black Cat Alley and relaunch the East Side Art Lot.

May 30, 2021

Milwaukee-area operators seek help through hiring events

Bars and restaurants in Milwaukee’s East Side neighborhoods are making a collective push to address an industry-wide obstacle: hiring workers.

May 30, 2021

East Side Restaurants and Bars Host Job Fair, May 21-22

The pandemic has been extremely difficult for the service industry to navigate. After having to close or significantly adjust operations, which often meant reducing staff, bars and restaurants are finally getting ready to adjust to a busier and more vibrant pre-pandemic schedule.

May 30, 2021

Greater East Side Restaurant & Bar Job Fair to take place May 21-22

More than 20 bars and restaurants will come together for the Greater East Side Restaurant & Bar Job Fair Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22, as Covid restrictions are relaxed and businesses begin to adjust to a busier routine.

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