Carnival Milwaukee 2025 is coming up soon! In February, people from all around the world participate in cultural celebrations including Carnival Brazil, Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Carnival Mazatlan, and Fasching in Germany. Since 2009, we have modeled our annual fundraiser after these celebrations. Join us on Friday, March 7, for a vibrant display of live performances, delicious food and beverages, and fellowship. Be on the lookout for our ticket announcement on January 21st!
Enjoy food from diverse vendors all over the city, live music by De La Buena, dancing by Salsabrositas, drumming from Samba da Vida, a raffle, interactive photo booth, and great company in celebration of the work we do to support thriving urban communities. This highly anticipated community event brings together nearly 300 guests every year from a diversearray of backgrounds, neighborhoods and ages – we believe this interaction is meaningful andpromotes a deeper appreciation of the “mosaic” that is Milwaukee!
Check out our local, live entertainment partners!
Check out this flier of all Carnival Milwaukee Food Tasting Participants since 2009.
We encourage you to support these local businesses, restaurants, and food vendors throughout the year!
2025 Bill Johnson Bridge Builder Award
Every year we present a Bridge Builder Award to recognize a community member or partner for their efforts to honor diversity and connect people and places through the expression of culture in food, art, music, and space. Be on the lookout for the announcement of this year’s winner in February!
VOLUNTEER WITH US!
Carnival Milwaukee is also a great opportunity to volunteer & enjoy the fun. We are in need of help with set-up, food serving, raffle, and more. If you would like to learn more, reach out to Constance Alberts at constance@uedawi.org and we’ll send you more details on how to sign up.
THERE ARE STILL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
To learn about sponsorship opportunities, email Debbie Knepke at debbie@uedawi.org.
Carnival Milwaukee is a fundraiser for the Urban Economic Development Association of Wisconsin (UEDA) and celebrates Milwaukee’s diversity through food, music, and dance while supporting the local businesses, individuals and organizations that contribute to the economic and cultural vitality of our city.
Not able to join us this year? Consider making a contribution to support UEDA!
Your support will not only provide direct investment into local businesses, but will also help fund UEDA’s work in sustainable homeownership and affordable housing, financial empowerment, small business growth, workforce mobility, and community investment.
