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SUN · APR 26 · 1:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Tiki Takedown

ft. DJ E.Rich

Turner Hall Ballroom· 1040 N Vel R. Phillips Ave
21+ · Tickets
FoodiesGuys Night OutLive Music FansGroup Outing
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Sample creative tiki cocktails from Milwaukee's top bars and vote for your favorite at the Tiki Takedown.

Part I

The details

About this event

Milwaukee's Tiki Takedown is back for its sixth year, offering a tropical escape from the winter chill. This event gathers some of the city's best bars to compete in crafting the most creative tiki cocktails. Attendees can sample each concoction and cast their vote for the ultimate Tiki Master, making it a fun and interactive experience.

The event isn't just about drinks; DJ E.Rich will be spinning tunes to keep the atmosphere lively, and Ian's Pizza will be available for those who need a snack between sips. With a lineup of participating bars like Agency Cocktail Lounge and Lost Whale, it's a chance to taste the best of Milwaukee's cocktail scene in one place.

Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to spend a Sunday, the Tiki Takedown promises a day of delicious drinks and good vibes. It's an event that brings together creativity, competition, and community in a festive setting.

From the organizer

Take a break from the chilly winter weather with the sixth annual Tiki Takedown, a unique drink competition with tropical drinks and sunshine-inspired music!  Local establishments will showcase their craft cocktail skills and create original tiki drinks for guests to sample and vote for their favorite. One lucky place will win the coveted Tiki Takedown trophy and Tiki Master title (and, of course, bragging rights)!  The event will feature a live DJ set by DJ E.Rich and pizza available for purchase from Ian's Pizza. Participating Establishments Include: Agency Cocktail Lounge Fink’s Lost Whale Sabbatic Schotskis Shanghai Speakeasy Stella’s The Outsider The Tracks Union House Voyager And More!
— Milwaukee Record

Getting in

  • Tickets

    Tickets available online

  • Registration required — must sign up

Pro tips

  • Foodies

    Ian's Pizza is a local favorite — try the mac 'n' cheese slice. They often run out by mid-afternoon, so grab yours early if you want to try it.

What's It Actually Like?

Energy4/5
ZenMosh Pit
HypeFestival Energy
Craft BeerFoodie
Loud

Who'll Be There

A mix of cocktail enthusiasts, local foodies, and casual drinkers. Expect a lively atmosphere with groups of friends sampling drinks and enjoying the music, creating a fun and social vibe.

How the Room Feels

Loud musicLive amplified soundCrowdedStanding room

What You'll Leave With

A memory

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The room

Loud and packed. Expect bodies within arms-reach and music you will feel in your chest.

Loud musicLive amplified soundCrowdedStanding room

You'll leave with

A memory

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