Milwaukee Magazine

12/17/2025

Don't feel like cooking for the holidays? Support a local restaurant by dining in or getting a delicious (holiday special) meal to-go.

Don’t feel like throwing a big holiday dinner together? These Milwaukee restaurants are offering up dine-in and to-go Christmas dinner options.

12/16/2025

Two fundraisers for those affected by Friday's devastating fire at Bass Bay Brewhouse in Muskego have already exceeded initial goals.

Two fundraisers for those affected by the devastating fire at the Muskego restaurant have already exceeded initial goals.

12/16/2025

Looking for the perfect dining spot to dig in and celebrate this season? We’ve got you covered! This sponsored features three restaurants that bring bold flavors, a welcoming atmosphere and memorable dining experiences.

➾ The Bartolotta Restaurants
➾ Benson's Restaurant Group - The Edison
➾ Lowlands Group - Café Hollander

12/16/2025

Explore. Inspire. Discover. This sponsored Give Back MKE post highlights Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium and the incredible work they do to bring the universe to life in our community.

The team at Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium and their immersive programs spark curiosity and ignite imaginations for students, families and lifelong learners throughout Waukesha County.

Your support helps ensure these programs continue to inspire generations. Learn more and contribute: https://www.milwaukeemag.com/give-back-to-horwitz-deremer-planetarium-this-season/

12/16/2025

Making a difference in Milwaukee, one student at a time! This sponsored Give Back MKE post highlights MATC Foundation, helping learners overcome barriers to education and prepare for thriving careers in our community.

Watch our conversation with MATC Foundation acting executive director Ginny Finn and learn how your support empowers students, strengthens Wisconsin’s workforce, and builds a region where opportunity is accessible to all.

Learn more and contribute: https://www.milwaukeemag.com/give-back-to-the-matc-foundation-this-season/

12/16/2025

It might feel like the worst winter ever... but is it really? Plus, we find out if there's more snow on the way.

Milwaukee’s snowfall has been pretty high this year – but it’s too early to tell if it’ll break records.

12/15/2025

Give the Gift of Summer Fun! Skip the socks and scented candles—this year, wrap up memories that last.

Wisconsin State Fair Holiday Ticket Packages are here, with exclusive deals on admission, rides and fan-favorite treats. Perfect for families, friends and anyone who loves the Fair!

📅August 6-16, 2026 | 🎶 Food, Fun & Fair

Available for a limited time: https://bit.ly/4oP39RI

12/15/2025

Meet the Face of Travel Planning: JLJ Travel

JLJ Travel turns dream vacations into seamless, stress-free experiences. Founder Jillian Gibas specializes in crafting personalized itineraries, from multi-city adventures to private villa stays, making sure every detail, from flights to transfers, is handled with care.

Whether it is a three-week mother-daughter journey across Japan and Korea or a luxury villa getaway, JLJ Travel makes the planning effortless and the travel unforgettable.

Read more about how JLJ Travel is redefining travel planning in our community.


Photo by Linda Smallpage, Boutique Photographer

JLJ Travel is the Face of Travel Planning as part of Milwaukee Magazine’s 2025 Faces of Milwaukee. Learn more about JLJ Travel here.

12/15/2025

2026 Best of the Burbs Voting is Now Open!

Our team at Milwaukee Magazine has carefully nominated the businesses we love across Milwaukee’s suburbs — the local shops, restaurants and services that make our communities thrive. Now it’s your turn to celebrate them and help vote for the winners!

Vote once a day through January 15 to show your support and be entered to win exciting prizes. Every vote counts, and the winners are chosen by you, the community, honoring the places that make our suburbs feel like home.

Cast your vote here: https://best-of-the-burbs-2026--milwaukeemag.contest.vote/

12/13/2025

What does the upcoming federal ban mean for the Milwaukee area? We asked lawmakers and brewery owners their thoughts.

The looming federal THC ban has brewery owners and lawmakers in Milwaukee in a tizzy.

12/12/2025

The official word bears out what you suspected from the dramatic video you may have already seen: Bass Bay Brewhouse is likely a total loss from its early-morning fire.

The lakeside building – a supper club and restaurant for decades – is believed to be a total loss.

12/12/2025

Curious about what happened to BMO's beloved holiday display?

Our editor-in-chief and publisher, Carole Nicksin, joined TMJ4's What's Brewing Wisconsin to talk about the history, mystery and legacy of the whimsical vignettes that delighted Milwaukee for 50 years. From candy factories to stuffed animals on the move, these mechanical displays captured the magic of the season until they quietly disappeared after 2022.

Watch Carole’s interview on TMJ4: https://www.tmj4.com/shows/whats-brewing-wisconsin/revisiting-christmas-past
Read our full story about the displays and their history: https://www.milwaukeemag.com/bmos-holiday-display/

Milwaukee Magazine's Carole Nicksin joins us on What’s Brewing Wisconsin to share an investigation into what happened to a holiday window display, and where you may see it next.