Sports
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs
American Family Field • April 18, 2026 • 6:10 PM
Division rivalry game with fireworks after the game. Opening month baseball at its finest.
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●Last Updated: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM UTC
This Weekend in Milwaukee
April 17-19, 2026
Your weekly guide to events, restaurants, and things to do in Milwaukee. Updated every Thursday.
Weekend Weather Forecast
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Friday
Partly Cloudy
58° / 42°
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Saturday
Sunny
62° / 45°
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Sunday
Light Rain
55° / 40°
Can't Miss This Weekend
Spring Gallery Night
Only happens 4 times a year and this spring edition features 10 new galleries. The weather looks perfect for walking between venues.
Pro Tip: Start at the Marshall Building and work your way toward the Milwaukee River.
Featured Events This Weekend
Arts & Culture
Spring Gallery Night
Historic Third Ward • April 17, 2026 • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Explore over 25 galleries and studios during this quarterly art walk. Free admission to participating venues.
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Food & Drink
Milwaukee Food & Wine Experience
Discovery World • April 17-18, 2026 • Various Times
Sample dishes from 40+ local restaurants and sip wines from around the world.
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Festival
Earth Day Milwaukee Festival
Veterans Park • April 19, 2026 • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Family-friendly environmental festival with live music, eco vendors, and educational activities.
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Your Weekend Day-by-Day
Friday Night
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start at Spring Gallery Night
Free art walk through the Third Ward with complimentary refreshments at many stops.
8:00 PM
Dinner at Odd Duck
Small plates and craft cocktails — make reservations now.
10:00 PM
Late Night at Bryant's Cocktail Lounge
Milwaukee's oldest cocktail lounge for a nightcap.
Saturday
9:00 AM
Morning at Milwaukee Public Market
Coffee and breakfast from local vendors. Try the new St. Paul Fish Company oyster bar.
1:00 PM
Afternoon at Lakefront Brewery
Take the famous Friday fish fry... on Saturday! Tours run every 30 minutes.
6:10 PM
Brewers Game
Catch the Cubs rivalry game with post-game fireworks.
Sunday
10:00 AM
Brunch at Cafe Benelux
Rooftop brunch if weather permits, otherwise cozy indoor Belgian fare.
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Earth Day Festival
Family-friendly activities and live music at Veterans Park.
2:00 PM
Rainy Day Backup: Milwaukee Art Museum
Explore the galleries and watch the Burke Brise Soleil wings close at 5 PM.
New Restaurant to Try
Flour Girl & Flame
Wood-fired Pizza & Pasta • Walker's Point • $$
Opened: March 2026
Must Try: The sourdough crust pizza with local Sartori cheese
Reservations: Walk-ins welcome, reservations recommended for Friday/Saturday
824 S 2nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
See all Milwaukee restaurant recommendations →Weather-Smart Ideas
☀️ If It's Nice Out
- Walk the Milwaukee RiverWalk from the Third Ward to Brady Street
- Bike the Oak Leaf Trail — rentals available at Wheel & Sprocket
- Explore the outdoor sculpture garden at Lynden Sculpture Garden
🌧️ Rainy Day Backups
- Milwaukee Art Museum — free admission Wisconsin residents on first Thursday
- Third Coast Comedy Club for a Saturday night show
- Explore the Milwaukee Public Market and connected shops
Always Open: Milwaukee Classics
These attractions are available every weekend, no special tickets needed.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Iconic lakefront museum with the movable Burke Brise Soleil wings.
Thu-Sun 10am-5pmMilwaukee Public Market
Indoor market with local vendors, fresh seafood, and artisan goods.
Daily 10am-8pmLakefront Brewery
Award-winning brewery known for hilarious tours and Friday fish fry.
Tours daily, check scheduleHistoric Third Ward
Walkable neighborhood with boutiques, galleries, and restaurants.
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