Locust Street Festival of Music and Art

The Locust Street Festival is back for 2026 and will again include the Locust Street Beer Run sponsored by Black Husky Brewing. 4 live music stages, local vendors, artists, food, and great beer. *Please follow the City of Milwaukee Parking signs so you do not get towed* Check out all of our Food, Beverage, and Market vendors! Every festival needs entertainment! Check out this year's lineup In the early 70’s, Milwaukee planned to widen Locust street between Humboldt and Holton. In 1976 after much discussion and debate the neighbors in Riverwest let the authorities know they were against it. Miraculously, the authorities agreed and the neighborhood threw a party to celebrate. They called it the Locust Street Festival of Music and Art. We are still celebrating!