## Milwaukee Night Market to host “College Night” on September 10
Milwaukee’s popular Night Market returns to Vel R. Phillips Plaza on Wednesday, September 10, with a special “College Night” theme. The event will feature a diverse array of 30+ local vendors, live entertainment, and interactive activations, offering a vibrant experience for attendees.
The Milwaukee Night Market, a staple of the city’s summer and fall seasons, provides a platform for local businesses and artists to connect with the community. This year’s September event is especially geared towards students, offering a lively atmosphere and unique offerings as the academic year begins. The market aims to foster a sense of community and support Milwaukee’s thriving entrepreneurial scene.
Attendees can explore a wide range of goods from the vendors, detailed here. The Educators Credit union Entertainment Zone will host DJ Breezy and a performance by Taylor Flows, alongside other acts; a full entertainment schedule is available here.
The Plaza Pop-Up will also be back, featuring a mobile karaoke suite from Bars & Recreation and a vintage beer truck from Draft & Co. More details on thes special activations can be found here.
For those driving to the event, Interstate Parking is offering a special $3 parking rate at The Avenue structure (entrances at 615 N. Plankinton Ave.and 258 W. Michigan St.). Attendees are also encouraged to utilize ride-share services or public transportation options like The Hop and MCTS.
West Wisconsin avenue will be closed at 10 a.m. for event setup between Second St. and Vel R. Phillips Ave., with additional mid-block closures on north MLK Drive between Wells Street and West Wisconsin Ave.
The final Milwaukee Night Market of 2025 is scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, as a make-up date for the July market which was canceled due to severe weather. Further details will be announced on OnMilwaukee in the coming weeks.
