East Town Association

06/03/2026

POV: you come to Cathedral Square Market tomorrow and stay for salsa night at Jazz in the Park 💃 Market: 3-9, Music: 6-9

05/30/2026

Some stars are found in the sky, other stars are found on the SKYY(line MainStage) ⭐️🌟✨💫

If you haven’t gotten tickets already, don’t wait! You won’t wanna miss these shooting stars as they bring the party to Pridefest all weekend long!

05/21/2026

Mr. Baseball is coming to East Town! A 100-foot mural honoring Bob Uecker is going up at 731 N. Jefferson St. right now, with a ribbon-cutting celebration planned for early June. Downtown Milwaukee keeps getting better!

05/12/2026

Bastille Days has been nominated for Best Ethnic Festival in Milwaukee Magazine's 2026 Best of Milwaukee Readers' Choice Awards — and we need your vote! 🎉🇫🇷 Voting is open now through June 5 and you can vote once per day, so bookmark it and keep coming back. Winners are announced in the September issue.

If Bastille Days has been part of your Milwaukee summer, this is your chance to show some love: https://best-of-milwaukee-2026--milwaukeemag.contest.vote/culture-arts-and-entertainment/ethnic-festival

05/11/2026

05/04/2026

Before smartphones. Before social media. Before anyone knew what a selfie was. Jazz in the Park was already packing Cathedral Square Park every Thursday night. 35 years later, we're still at it, and the 2026 lineup drops tomorrow. Stay tuned!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 What better way to celebrate than giving back to the neighborhood we love? East Town neighbors, Milwaukee Downtown is hosting a community clean-up this Saturday, April 25 from 9-11 AM — and the perks for showing up are pretty great. Free food, BOGO drinks, and discounts at some of your favorite downtown spots. Sign up to volunteer at the link in their bio and grab your coupons day-of. See you out there!

Sweep the streets, then treat yourself 😌🧹🍦

Join us for the Milwaukee Downtown Community Clean-Up and score some seriously good perks just for showing up and giving back 👇

🥗 FREE bowl or wrap from Forage Kitchen
🌭 FREE Usinger’s all-beef hot dog at Old German Beer Hall
🍻 BOGO drinks at Who’s On Third + Oak Barrel Public House
🍦 25% OFF your purchase at Ben & Jerry’s
🍹 $5 OFF your bar tab at 3rd Street Market Hall

We’ve got you covered with complimentary coffee & donuts during the clean-up ☕🍩

📍 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM

When you check in, you’ll receive your printed coupons to use at each participating location that same day.

👉 Sign up to volunteer at the link in bio

Coupons valid day-of only at participating locations. One per person per location. Additional exclusions may apply.

04/20/2026

Join our friends and partners from Milwaukee Downtown this weekend for a community-led cleanup! Grab your friends, neighbors, and family members and spend the morning making a positive impact on our city. Together, we’ll work to keep Milwaukee clean, green, and beautiful.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/milwaukee-downtown-spring-clean-up-tickets-1985955523431?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Join us for the Milwaukee Downtown Community Clean-Up and help make Milwaukee shine even brighter ✨

Grab your friends, family, or coworkers and spend the morning giving back, connecting, and making a visible impact in the heart of our city. Sign up through the link in our bio!

🗓 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM

Let’s clean up, show up, and take pride in our downtown 🌆

04/20/2026

Most 5Ks end at a finish line. This one ends at a French festival in downtown Milwaukee. 🇫🇷
Storm the Bastille 5K — July 9, 9 PM. 40 years running. Start making summer plans now.
Register at easttown.com.

01/06/2026

Less than one month away 🎉�Join us January 31 on the top floor of Ascent MKE for East Town’s “Big Bang Boom!” 2026 Celebration!

What’s “Big Bang Boom”?�
A high-energy night of connection with East Town partners, neighbors, and supporters, celebrating recent wins (like Bastille Days’ Shepherd Express Best of Milwaukee Award) and unveiling what’s in store for 2026, including Galentines Day and the return of Lebowski Fest 👀 Guests will enjoy live music, complimentary appetizers + drinks, a raffle with local gifts and a full cash bar and panoramic city views.

The best part? Your ticket includes a full year of East Town individual membership – and if you’re already a member, your renewal is included!

📅 Saturday, January 31�
⏰ 6–11 PM�
📍 Top floor of Ascent MKE�(700 E Kilbourn Ave)
🎟 $90 – Stop by our office to pay with cash or check (address in bio) or visit easttown.com/big-bang-boom

We’re also seeking sponsors and in-kind partners. Interested in donating catering, entertainment, or funding? Email [email protected].

Can’t make this event?
Become a member! You’ll gain access to a local network of individuals and professionals, VIP event invitations, and exclusive perks and merchandise – all while helping keep our beloved community events free. Sign up at easttown.com/membership.