The East Side BID
Welcome to the creative crossroads of the East Side Milwaukee. The East Side Business Improvement District is responsible for the management, promotion, and staffing for the commercial area.
The East Side BID
Welcome to the creative crossroads of the East Side Milwaukee. The East Side Business Improvement District is responsible for the management, promotion, and staffing for the commercial area.
The East Side BID
Welcome to the creative crossroads of the East Side Milwaukee. The East Side Business Improvement District is responsible for the management, promotion, and staffing for the commercial area.
The East Side BID
Welcome to the creative crossroads of the East Side Milwaukee. The East Side Business Improvement District is responsible for the management, promotion, and staffing for the commercial area.
The East Side BID
Welcome to the creative crossroads of the East Side Milwaukee. The East Side Business Improvement District is responsible for the management, promotion, and staffing for the commercial area.
The East Side BID
Welcome to the creative crossroads of the East Side Milwaukee. The East Side Business Improvement District is responsible for the management, promotion, and staffing for the commercial area.
For more than 20 years, The East Side Business Improvement District, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, has been working to enhance and strengthen our neighborhood with a variety of events, programs, and initiatives. Creating a thriving restaurant, retail, service, and residential area is vital to the success of the local economy, and sponsorships are an important part of our funding, especially when it comes to special musical events and arts/creative projects.
The BID is always looking for sponsors willing to partner with us on special events like our annual Summer Soulstice Music Festival or other musical events in Ivanhoe Plaza or Black Cat Alley. We are also always looking for sponsors to help with the painting of murals, either in Black Cat Alley or elsewhere within the BID.
We would love to talk more with you about how our partnership opportunities can best serve the needs and priorities of your business, so please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best serve you as you support our community.
2025 Sponsorship Opportunities
Looking for a fun and festive way to spend Valentine’s Day? Whether you’re planning a romantic date night or a cozy evening with friends, Black Cat Alley is the perfect spot to celebrate!
Join us on Friday, February 14, from 5-8 PM for a magical night filled with fire pits, music, and sweet treats. DJ Julian Gross will be setting the vibe while you warm up with free hot cocoa from The Pharmacy Bar and roast complimentary s’mores kits over the fire.
Free to attend—no tickets or RSVPs are needed! Just come bundled up and ready to enjoy a cozy, festive evening in the heart of the East Side. While you’re here, make a night of it by exploring the neighborhood and indulging in a delicious meal, sipping on festive cocktails, or picking up a special gift from one of our amazing local businesses!
Mark your calendar, grab your favorite people, and meet us in Black Cat Alley for a sweet Valentine’s celebration you won’t forget! ❤️
The East Side is the perfect place to watch the NCAA Tournament, with almost 100 TVs in our diverse selection of bars and restaurants. Come cheer for your favorite team with us!
Black Cat Alley is Milwaukee's largest free outdoor gallery, and we're excited to to activate it with evening entertainment! Every event will be something new and different, but you can count on libations, music, and art as staples.
We're planning either a fitness crawl or Yoga in Ivanhoe Plaza to help our community enjoy fun and movement together. More event information is coming soon!
After Yoga in the Plaza, head over to Black Cat Alley to enjoy the first Black Cat Alley After Dark event of the year!
Be a part of Milwaukee's largest free music festival and official celebration of the Summer Solustice! Summer Soulstice Music Festival showcases top local bands, visuals artists, makers, creation stations, activities, East Side businesses, and more. This is the ideal opportunity to showcase your brand at one of the top local events of the summer season.
Show your appreciation for our local creatives by supporting this event that showcases artists and makers across the East Side! Event attendees will be able to browse and appreciate local art, enjoy food and drink specials from local businesses, and even create some art of their own with community chalk art in Ivanhoe Plaza.
More information on this event coming soon!
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of some of your favorite East Side businesses, the Oriental Theater, Black Cat Alley, and more.
Experience the magic of Black Cat Alley at an exquisite gala featuring a four course meal and awe-inspiring entertainment surrounded by some of the city's most spectacular outdoor art.
Enjoy a ghoulishly good time at your favorite haunts while showing off your creative costume for a chance to win prizes. Spooktacular fun and specials will be available from Black Cat Alley, Izzy Hops, Crossroads Collective, Hooligans, Pomona Cider Co., Von Trier, and more.
This ever-growing event in celebration of Small Biz Saturday is the perfect opportunity to show your support for local and small businesses. Shop local businesses and makers at markets across the East Side, with locations including Kind Oasis, Triple Taproom & Kitchen, Pomona Cider Co, and Milwaukee Public Library. You'll also be able to snag gift card specials to your favorite bars and restaurants. Get a jump on holiday shopping while supporting our local economy!
It's the most wonderful time of the year! From special gifts for loved ones to nights out with friends and family, the East Side is the place to make memories. Our Holiday Open House helps residents and patrons do just that. The event is designed to help make the East Side merry and bright by adding flow to cold winter nights.
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OFFICE LOCATION
2160 N. Farwell Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
MAILING ADDRESS
PO Box 510197
Milwaukee, WI 53203
The East Side Business Improvement District, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, has been working to enhance and strengthen our neighborhood with a variety of events, programs, and initiatives.
© 2025 Brought to you by the East Side Business Improvement District.
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