Hospitality & Tourism
News and trends in Milwaukee’s hospitality and tourism industry, including hotels, restaurants, travel, and events.
Summerfest attendance up 40% this year, but still below pre-pandemic levels
Total attendance for Summerfest 2023, which wrapped up last weekend, was 624,407, its producer Milwaukee World Festival Inc. announced...
First RFPs issued for 2024 RNC
The local host committee for the 2024 Republican National Convention is seeking vendors to provide general contracting, transportation management...
Local vendors can connect with RNC business opportunities at partner fair in August
Local vendors looking to land business opportunities from the 2024 Republican National Convention will have the chance to get...
Saz’s Hospitality Group plans to expand Walker’s Point events venue
A new outdoor patio and bar will be added to South Second in Walker's Point, as part of plans...
VISIT Milwaukee, Summerfest using NFTs to promote city
As part of its ongoing re-branding efforts, VISIT Milwaukee, in partnership with Summerfest, has created a new way for visitors to explore the city.
Leadership Lens: Omar Shaikh’s journey to business and community leadership
Restaurateur and developer Omar Shaikh joined Marquette president Michael Lovell and BizTimes Media managing editor Arthur Thomas for a...
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Location announced for GOP primary debate in Milwaukee
Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee will be the site of the first Republican Party presidential primary debate later this...
American Airlines to add nonstop service between Milwaukee and Washington D.C.
American Airlines will add nonstop service between Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport and Reagan National Airport in Washington D.C., beginning...
VISIT Milwaukee launches rebrand effort ahead of 2024 RNC
As Milwaukee prepares to take center stage during the 2024 Republican National Convention next summer, the organization responsible for...
VISIT Milwaukee names new board chair
Sarah Pancheri, president of Summerfest operator Milwaukee World Festival Inc., has been named board chair of VISIT Milwaukee,...
