Discover hidden art and music along the Milwaukee Riverwalk, ending with a floating disco ride.
Afterlight is a unique event that brings the Milwaukee Riverwalk to life with art, music, and creativity. For one night, the area transforms into a vibrant corridor where you can explore immersive installations and enjoy spontaneous performances. It's an opportunity to see Milwaukee in a new light, literally and figuratively.
The event culminates in a floating disco ride, offering a joyful and unique perspective of the city skyline. Whether you're wandering the river's edge or dancing beneath the bridges, Afterlight promises unexpected moments and creative surprises. It's a celebration of Milwaukee's artistic spirit, inviting everyone to experience the city in a playful and dynamic way.
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The floating disco on the river boat is a must-try. Board early to secure a good spot on the dance floor as it fills up quickly once the music starts.
RSVP TODAY! As the sun sets and the city begins to glow, something unexpected comes to life along the Milwaukee River. For one special summer night, the Riverwalk transforms into a vibrant corridor of light, music, art, and creative energy. AFTERLIGHT invites you to explore Milwaukee after dark through a series of immersive installations, playful environments, and spontaneous moments designed to spark curiosity and connection. Wander the river’s edge. Discover hidden performances. Step into glowing creative spaces. Dance beneath the bridges. Capture a moment with friends. Every corner of the Riverwalk offers something new to see, hear, and experience. Along the way, artists, makers, musicians, and storytellers will bring the city to life, celebrating the creativity and spirit that make Milwaukee so special. As the night unfolds, hop aboard a river boat for a floating disco ride beneath the skyline — a joyful finale that carries the energy of the evening back through the glowing river corridor. Hosted by NEWaukee, AFTERLIGHT is an invitation to experience the city in a new way: vibrant, playful, and alive with possibility. Come wander, discover, and be part of a night where creativity moves through the city… and where the best moments are the ones you didn’t see coming.
