The Near West Side is a thriving community with exciting and unexpected opportunities for residents, employees, and visitors alike. To celebrate our neighborhood of neighborhoods, Near West Side Partners will hold the sixth annual Near West Side Week from Sept. 13th-19th 2026. 

The New State Block Party
New State Pocket Park | 2612 W State St
12 pm – 4 pm

Headliner: Emmit James
Kavon Jones – Poetry & Emcee
Promise Bruce – The New State
Youth theater performances, artist activities with Artists Working in Education
Free and fun for the whole family!

Text to Win 
Monday, September 14th – Friday, September 18th
Enter by texting “NWSWEEK” to 414-677-3300.

When you text in, you’ll get an automated message texted back with a new question of the day from Monday – Friday. Just text your answer back to enter. You can play every day! We’ll select 3 winners each day to win gift cards to NWS businesses. 

An Evening of Music at the Uplifting Mansion
Uplifting Mansion | 3121 W Wisconsin Ave
Doors – 5:30 pm Performance – 6 pm (run time appoximately 1 hour)

Get ready for a magical night as the Uplifting Mansion teams up with some of the world-class musicians of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of live music! As part of Near West Side Week, we’re opening our doors for a FREE, family-friendly celebration that brings extraordinary music right into the heart of the neighborhood.

Join us on September 14th at 3121 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53201. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the performance begins at 6:00 PM, concluding at approximately 6:50 PM — so please arrive early to find your spot and be seated before the music starts. MSO musicians will fill the air with beautiful sounds from the Legacy Terrace in the Mansion’s backyard. Grab your blankets, bring the whole family, and settle in under the open sky for an evening you won’t forget.

This is what community looks like: neighbors, families, and world-class artistry coming together in one joyful gathering.
No tickets, no cost, just great music and great company.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Housing Resources Inc Homebuyer Education Classes
Concordia 27 | 821 N 27th St
9 am – 12 pm
Thinking about homeownership but don’t know where to start? Homebuyer education classes are here to help answer your questions and show you that the path to homeownership is possible! This is a free workshop, but you must attend a second session on Tuesday, September 22nd from 9:00am – 12:00 pm to receive your certification.

For more info and to register, please visit Housing Resources, Inc’s website. 

Rev-Up MKE
5 pm – 8 pm | The Rave/Eagles Ballroom
2401 W Wisconsin Ave

Rev Up is back for year 9! This year’s event will include the crowd-favorite, a “Taste of the Near West Side,” which features local cuisine and live entertainment that reflects the neighborhood’s energy and diversity. Visit entreprenuer booths and cast your vote for your favorite business. Hear from past Rev-Up winners before the awards ceremony.

Near West Side Dining Day
10 am – 8 pm | Various locations around the Near West Side

Check back for specials at Near West Side restaurants!

Near West Side & Menomonee Valley Partners Scavenger Hunt
12 pm Friday – 5 pm Sunday | Goosechase App

This year, Near West Side Partners and Menomonee Valley Partners are joining forces to create an epic Scavenger Hunt through our two amazing neighborhoods!  The Scavenger Hunt is a great way to learn about the Near West Side and the Menomonee Valley.
Check back for full event info and registration details in early August.

Groove & Flow Yoga
12 pm  | SWIM Hub 831 N 27th St

SWIM offers a great variety of health and wellness classes and workshops. If you’ve not been to a class, come and check it out! Groove & Flow Yoga is a beginner-friendly experience set to uplifting Hip Hop and R&B playlists. Participants move through accessible yoga postures, gentle flows, breathwork, and mindful stretching while connecting movement to music. The class promotes flexibility, balance, stress relief, and overall well-being in a supportive, judgment-free environment. No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Led by SWIM Partner, Ty’d to Yoga

Space is limited! Click here to register!