The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 1 – 8, 2026.
The people and institutions featured here have etched a place in the history and fabric of the Bronzeville Arts and Entertainment District, and are celebrated for the important role each played in making Bronzeville the dynamic destination that it is.
Please enjoy reading about each of these special Bronzeville honorees!
There are more than 25 events happening during Bronzeville Week. Check back soon for the full event schedule.
Below are events from Bronzeville Week 2025.
Race for a good cause!
Feel the Culture! Don't miss the Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival on August 2nd!
Dear Home - An immersive experience around memory, migration, longing, return, and belonging featuring the photography of Jalayna Muhammad on August 2nd.
Rooted 'N Natural - An indoor-outdoor community experience of open learning, confidence, and healing through natural hair. Food, music, live hair demonstrations, and more on August 5th.
Bronzeville Trolley Rides - August 6th.
