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414 Day Festivities Celebrate Our Vibrant Area Code

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April 14th isn't just another date on the calendar. It’s the day when the entire city comes together to celebrate everything that makes Milwaukee iconic.

Whether you’ve lived here forever or you're just getting to know our streets, 414 Day is your invitation to dive into the local scene and connect with the community. We’ve rounded up the best ways to join in the celebration across Downtown, from massive market takeovers to the high-energy flag drop at City Hall.

Check out the list below to find out where the party is at and how to snag those $4.14 specials while they last!

Sunday Kickoffs (Sunday, April 12)

Get the party started early with these weekend events:

Milwaukee Makers Market at Discovery World
10:00am – 4:00pm | 500 N. Harbor Drive
Kick off the market season at the pavilion with over 50 local small businesses. Shop handmade goods from Milwaukee artists and bakers, and grab a bite from the food trucks on-site. Free to attend!

Cuatro Uno Cuatro @ 3rd St. Market Hall
11:00am – 5:00pm | 275 W. Wisconsin Avenue
A vibrant celebration of Latino pride and culture. Expect a local vendor market, live sets by DJ Danny Boy and Klan 414, and beautiful performances by Ballet Folklorico Xanharati.

414 Day Kickback @ Elevate MKE
3:00pm – 7:00pm | 1131 N. Water Street
The 4th annual day party is back. Throw on your flyest Milwaukee-inspired gear for an afternoon of drinks, vibes, and beats by DJ Dub Deezy.

414 Day Celebrations (Tuesday, April 14)

The main event! Here is where to find the big festivals and community gatherings:

414 Day Flag Drop @ Milwaukee City Hall
11:00am | 200 E. Wells Street
Celebrate Milwaukee’s 180th Birthday! Join the 7th annual flag raising and enjoy free pretzels from Milwaukee Pretzel Co. while supplies last. More details HERE.

414 Day Festival @ The Deer District
2:00pm – 8:00pm | 1133 N. 4th Street
The plaza outside Fiserv Forum transforms into a massive outdoor fest. Expect live music, local art installations, and a wide variety of hometown vendors.

414 Day LIVE @ Elwood’s
Starts at 2:00pm | 1111 N. Water Street
Catch a free show by Wire & Nail (starting at 6:00pm). They’ll also have 414 flash tattoos by Banjo Tattoo, food by Pig Tailz MKE, and limited edition merch.

$4.14 Deals & Special Offers (Tuesday, April 14)

Local spots are honoring our area code with these specials on April 14th:

• The New Fashioned (1122 N. Vel R. Phillips Avenue): Between 5:00pm and 9:14pm, enjoy HyperBowling, Hazy Rabbit beers, or rail mixers for just $4.14.
   
• Amped (910 W. Juneau Avenue): Warm up those vocal cords! Enjoy $4.14 karaoke sessions from 5:00pm to 9:14pm.
   
• Oggie's Kitchen & Bar (411 E. Mason Street): Sample a $4.14 menu with hometown favorites, including smash burgers, cheese curds, Good City Pilsners, and Old Fashioneds.
   
• Blue Bat Kitchen & Tequilaria (249 N. Water Street): Sip on $4.14 house margaritas all day long.
   
• Miller Time Pub & Grill (509 W. Wisconsin Avenue): Toast with $4.14 Miller Lite, Coors, and High Life bottles while the Brew Crew takes on Toronto.
   
• Smoke Shack (332 N. Milwaukee Street): Grab a $4.14 jalapeño cheddar brat and pair it with a lineup of $4.14 Milwaukee beers.
   
• MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant (401 W. Canal Street): Enjoy $4.14 brats from 11am to 8pm and a special happy hour from 3pm to 6pm, plus a 4.14 lb. brat-eating contest at 6pm.
   
• H-D Museum (400 W. Canal Street): The first 414 people to snag tickets online get museum admission for just $4.14.
   
• Historic Milwaukee (235 E. Michigan Street): All neighborhood posters are on sale for $4.14, with the all-neighborhood poster discounted by $4.14.
   
• Brownstone Social Lounge (524 N. Water Street): A "Tribute to Milwaukee" featuring happy hour specials all day.