Milwaukee Night Market

An array of food truck options amongst a sea of vendors. I selected the Bánh mì vietnamese street food. The MKE Night Market, an event to be present at during the last days of summer 2024. The spotlight on Native American cultural dance was beautiful. A collective of assorted experiences...from the S'mores roasting by the street fire pit to the brotha with a live chicken resting on his shoulder and a second chicken in his hand. I strolled throughout the event at least twice and finally rested near the Vel Phillips plaza while eating street food and sipping on my beverage.

Wowza what a great night market bringing downtown to life! So many fun things to do and enjoy including live music and everything local. Get there early to find parking as this was my second attempt in a month but can't wait to go back!

I just discovered the night market last year and it quickly became one of my favorite festivals! It's only 4 times a year- once a month on Wed in June, July, August and September so it feels a little more special Than if it was once a week. There's all sorts of vendors - from local stores selling at tents, to more mom and pop shops selling jewelry, artwork, soap, plants, clothing and everything else in between. To call it just a shopping market though would be unjust, as there's all sorts of food trucks, food stands, dj's, dancing troupes, giant chess boards to play with, instagrammable MKE signs and one of my personal favorites - the Graef-sponsored smores fire pit. They provide the graham's, Hersheys and skewered marshmallow - you just take it to the fire pit and make your free smore. Messy but so fun. I believe you can also tour the new milwaukee symphony theater for free too (the building is right in the middle of the market) . By the 3rd st market hall, you can usually find some (although occasionally makeshift) seating to eat whatever goodies you buy. Other than that- the news often is on hand broadcasting from here, the bucks staff is usually in the crowd in one fashion or another, you'll indubitably run into people you know, and there's something about that view of downtown at dusk that just makes milwaukee look all sparkly and stardust-y.You should check it out!

This years night market was bigger than I have ever seen it before! So many food trucks, a variety of vendors, and lots of people to enjoy it! Only once a month, (June, July, August, and September), its a fun stop for your Milwaukee Summer bucket list. Its so great to see all the different vendors and food each year. This last market had a karaoke stand, various shops selling Milwaukee art, soap, and other handmade goods. Tons of food truck to chose from, we tried the tots (one of our favorites) and the brisket mac and cheese. Yum! Whenever I am able to, I make sure to stop by for a bit. It's an easy stop after work! Great music, good food, fun activities, and people watching too!

Stopped by the night market to check it out. Lots going on. First time and it was kind of confusing as to the layout. Food trucks are scattered throughout the event and are vendors and whatnot. If they had all the food trucks in one area it would have been nice but maybe they did it the way they did to spread things out. Weather was gorgeous. Nice to hangout downtown and do things other than bars.

The season's first MKE Night Market was amazing! So many vendors, such great energy! Definitely recommend people attending fpr the music, food, people and energy of the city of Milwaukee

Milwaukee is so lucky to have this summer event in the heart of downtown. So much to see, explore, eat and support! Go Milwaukee!

How amazing is the NEWaukee Night Market?So amazing.Live music, great food, amazing local artisans--what's not to love?Plus, the fact that it happens in the evening is awesome. For those of us who always lament missing morning markets, this is your market!The Night Market happens one evening a month June-September. We went this week for their June evening and it was on and poppin'. We grabbed some street tacos, chips and guac, as well as some fresh squeezed lemonade (there's plenty of opportunity for adult beverages as well) and did a leisurely wander.So many wonderful things to peruse--candles made with old booze bottles, upside down cut wine bottle herb gardens, flowers, skin care, and clothing (the list goes on and on). There's also huge, street checker and chess boards for those who care to partake as well as fire pits to keep the chill off (wasn't an issue the night we were there, but nice to know if it's ever chilly).Get to it!

Newaukee night market is one awesome event. I like to think of it as a true representation of all things Milwaukee in general has to offer. Held on the streets of Wisconsin Ave by the Shops of Grand Avenue this event showcases a plethora of local food, talent and crafts. Every time I've been down to it there is this magical aura in the air that just feels so good and makes this particular event stand out. This night was the last night for the 2017 season. Summer was back in full swing for Wisconsin as the temps were near 80 beating expectations as a whole for this time of year. The market was a bustling place with fire pits scattered in one section and people making smores in the middle of the street. The diversity could be seen as I saw a little bit of every body. This is what Newaukee and Milwaukee is all about. People dancing, people eating and people just out and about taking it all in. Good times to be had by all! Till next year...

Not a lot of variety in goods especially homemade or local goods. Disappointing. Although I did buy a book on Milwaukee's history written very well by a local