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.
The Girlies Garage Sale, presented by MilwaukeeGirlies, is coming to Ivanhoe Plaza on Saturday, September 12 from 11 AM to 5 PM.
MilwaukeeGirlies creates events for women in Milwaukee to meet new friends, connect with other local women, and feel more at home in the city. The Girlies Garage Sale is designed especially for women starting new jobs, heading back to school, or simply looking to find cute pieces at an affordable price. Come shop, save, and maybe make a few new friends while you're at it.
Grab your girlies and come see what you find!
Hooligan's is celebrating another year!
Save the date for Hooligan's 90th Anniversary Party on Sunday, September 13 from 12 to 6 PM.
Come celebrate with live music from Alex Wilson from 1 to 4 PM, craft vendors, and plenty of good times. Gather your crew and come raise a glass to another year of Hooligan's on the East Side!
Spend an evening surrounded by live music, art, and the beautiful historic setting of the Charles Allis Art Museum during their Summer Concert Series.
September 13 | Father Sky & Kati Katchever
Experience an intimate evening of original songs, poetry, and soulful performances celebrating connection, nature, and the human spirit.
Tickets available here : https://events.mketix.com/even...
Every ticket includes free museum admission, so come early to explore the galleries before the music begins. A cash bar will also be available.
Visit the Charles Allis Art Museum website for complete event details. We hope to see you there!
Get ready for a fresh new market series coming to the East Side! The Cream Fest Market Series, hosted by Jungle Gems, will bring together vintage and streetwear vendors, great food and drinks, and a soundtrack of fresh tunes, all with plenty of good energy and community vibes.
Shop unique pieces from local vintage and streetwear sellers, grab a bite at nearby restaurants and bakeries, enjoy the music, and spend the afternoon connecting with friends and neighbors. Cream Fest is all about style, creativity, and community.
Join us at Ivanhoe Plaza and experience the unlimited vibes of Cream Fest all season long.
The Dialogues Documentary Festival returns September 24-27, bringing four days of documentary films and conversations to Milwaukee. Catch a screening at the historic Oriental Theatre, where timely, true stories take the big screen and spark conversations that stick with you.
And the timing couldn’t be better! The festival takes place during Doors Open Mural Fest, making it a great weekend to explore the East Side’s art and culture. The Oriental Theatre is also an official Doors Open Milwaukee participant, giving visitors the chance to take a self-guided look at its stunning lobby and balcony between films. Built in 1927, the theater’s incredible Indian, Moorish, Islamic, and Byzantine-inspired details make it a work of art in its own right.
So come for the films and stay for the history!
Check out the Dialogues Documentary Festival schedule and grab your tickets through Milwaukee Film.
As part of the citywide Doors Open Milwaukee celebration, the East Side BID presents Doors Open Mural Fest, a weekend-long celebration of the East Side’s incredible public art, murals, historic spaces, and local businesses.
Spend the weekend exploring the neighborhood and discovering some of the places, people, and artwork that make the East Side unique. From the murals of Black Cat Alley and other neighborhood public art to historic buildings and local businesses opening their doors, Doors Open Mural Fest offers plenty of ways to explore the East Side at your own pace.
The weekend will also feature special events and activities throughout the neighborhood. On Saturday evening, September 26, House Circuit will bring the music to the East Side with a special DJ event from 6 to 10:30 PM.
Then on Sunday, September 27, the East Side Makers Market, sponsored by Milwaukee Makers Market, will take over Ivanhoe Plaza from 10 AM to 3 PM, featuring local artists, makers, vintage sellers, bakers, and small businesses.
Whether you're visiting for the murals, checking out a Doors Open location, shopping local, or just looking for a reason to spend the weekend on the East Side, there will be plenty to see and discover.
Doors Open Mural Fest is free to explore, and more details, including participating locations and additional event information, will be announced as they become available.
House Circuit is BACK at Ivanhoe Plaza!
After a packed and highly requested Black Cat Alley After Dark earlier this year, House Circuit is returning to the East Side for another night of music and good vibes as part of Doors Open Mural Fest.
Join us Saturday, September 26 from 6-10:30 PM at Ivanhoe Plaza for an evening of house music and dancing under the lights. If you caught the last one, you already know what to expect. If you missed it, now’s your chance to see what all the buzz was about.
The East Side Makers Market is joining the festivities for Doors Open Mural Fest! Spend your Sunday exploring Ivanhoe Plaza and shopping from a lineup of local artists, makers, vintage sellers, bakers, and small businesses.
Browse everything from handmade art and candles to vintage finds, sweet treats, creative goods, and more. With plenty of unique finds to discover, it’s the perfect stop while exploring the East Side during Doors Open Milwaukee.
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Come shop local, meet the makers, and make a day of it at Ivanhoe Plaza during Doors Open Mural Fest!
Black Cat Alley After Dark is back this fall, and this time we're bringing Yacht Week to the East Side! On Saturday, October 24, House & Espresso Presents Black Cat Alley After Dark: Yacht Week Experience at Ivanhoe Plaza and Black Cat Alley.
Part of Yacht Week's global Onshore Tour, this event brings the energy and spirit of Yacht Week to Milwaukee for a day of fitness, wellness, music, art, and community. You don't have to have sailed with Yacht Week to join in. The Onshore Tour welcomes Yacht Week alumni, veterans, newcomers, and anyone ready to experience the party on dry land.
The day kicks off with a community 5K in partnership with City Limits Run Club and Uncommon Run Club. After the run, the fun continues with outdoor yoga among the murals, followed by an afternoon and evening of music featuring five DJs.
Complimentary saunas and cold plunges will be available throughout the event, while local vendors fill Ivanhoe Plaza with plenty to explore. Fire pits will also be available for guests to enjoy as the afternoon turns into evening.
And since it's October, we're adding a little Halloween fun to the mix with a costume contest. Come dressed to impress and show off your best look for a chance to win prizes.
Whether you're a longtime Yacht Week fan or a first-timer, come experience the Yacht Week Onshore Tour right here in Milwaukee. Expect music, movement, wellness, art, local vendors, and good times all day long.
Free admission | All ages | Dress code: Old Money
Enjoy a ghoulishly good time at your favorite haunts while showing off your creative costume for a chance to win prizes. Enjoy all treats and no tricks with fun activities and specials available from local businesses.
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Find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list while you shop local businesses and makers across the East Side! Get a jump on holiday shopping while supporting our local economy!
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Explore the East Side for thoughtful gifts, cozy vibes, and festive finds all weekend long! Plus, check out our Gift Guide for local deals and specials.
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