Dining
Whether you’re the world’s biggest foodie or you’re just in the mood for a great deal, check out the 30 restaurants participating in the annual Downtown Dining Week, from Friday, May 31, to Thursday, June 7. With lunch deals for $12.50 and three-course dinners for either $25 or $35, sample a place you’ve been wanting to try or go to a favorite. Check out 10 places we’re excited about here.
Music
Jazz in the Park is back in action! Starting this Thursday, May 31, until August 30, Cathedral Square Park hosts the weekly event. To kick off the summer, Jazz Orgy will be headlining, with happy hour starting at 5 p.m. and the show at 6 p.m. There’s also plenty of food options, from classic Wisconsin fried cheese curds to asparagus risotto. Come with an empty stomach and leave satisfied (and jazz-ified).
Culture
If you’re in the mood for a more cultured night, enjoy Swan Lake by the Milwaukee Ballet at the Uihlein Hall Marcus Center (929 North Water St.). Performances begin Friday, May 31, at 7:30 and run throughout the weekend until Sunday, June 3, with night shows and matinees.
Active
The annual United Performing Arts Fund Ride for the Arts will take place on Sunday, June 3, with registration beginning at 6 a.m. Choose from five different routes depending on your skill level. UPAF is also hosting a Finish Line Party for all participants that will include UPAF performances, kids activities, free refreshments and more. Even if riding isn’t your thing, UPAF is encouraging any pledges or volunteers.
Sunrise Yoga on the Patio at Red Lion Pub
Wake up, practice yoga on a rooftop patio and end with a mimosa. Red Lion Pub is kicking off their summer yoga sessions starting this Saturday, June 2, at 9 a.m. Brandi Hayes-Fink from Zen Gen Yoga will guide the session, followed by a fresh breakfast and complimentary mimosa. Tickets are $15, and the event will continue throughout the summer bi-weekly on Saturday mornings starting in July.
Family Friendly
Cathedral Square Market Opening
Cathedral Square Market is kicking off their weekly market starting this Saturday, June 2, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Cathedral Square Park (825 N. Jefferson St.). In addition to plenty of fresh produce, food and crafts, this week there will also be WAC yoga in the park, a performance from Paul Gillick and a Danceworks hip hop class.
Watch The Incredibles under the stars with the whole fam. The Salvation Army Milwaukee Cold Spring (2900 W. Cold Spring Rd.) is sponsoring a free outdoor family movie night this Friday, June 1, starting at 8:30 p.m. There will be plenty of free popcorn, a Bounce House and door prizes, among other activities.
Festivals
11th Annual West Allis A La Carte
The 11th Annual West Allis A La Carte comes to town again on Sunday, June 3, from noon to 6 p.m. The festival (Greenfield Ave. between 70th and 76th St.) brings over 10,000 visitors to West Allis Downtown for food, live music, animals and more. This year, special features include adoptable animals, a Craft Beer Tent with live bluegrass and Americana music and plenty of local beers, including Westallion Brewery.
This biannual event will feature hundreds of artists located at over 50 different restaurants in Bay View this Friday, June 1, from 5-10 p.m. Activities include live paintings, sculptures, student art, handcrafted jewelry and plenty more. BVGN is also partnering with Bay View Jazz Fest for the 4th year, with artists throughout 11 different venues. Once again, the BVGN Bike Rollout is also happening, starting at 5 p.m. There will even be food trucks at Morgan Triangle Park.
