Westown Day Market bringing food, fun and music to Zeidler Union Square
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Westown Day Market opens for the season on Thursday, June 9 featuring a variety of lunch options, specialty vendors and live music at Zeidler Union Square -- 301 W. Michigan Street.
Presented by We Energies Foundation and formerly known as the Westown Farmer's Market, the Day Market will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the following Thursdays:
- June 8
- June 22
- July 13
- July 27
- Aug. 10
- Aug. 24
“With summer’s arrival, we’re all looking for ways to take a break from our desks and take advantage of Milwaukee’s exceptional weather,” said Stacie Callies, Westown Association’s Executive Director. “We’re excited to provide downtown employees, residents and visitors with a space to not only enjoy the outdoors, but also support local entrepreneurs and musicians.”
Attendees can expect to see legacy vendors from the Westown Farmers’ Market, as well as vendors new to Zeidler Union Square. On June 8, vendors will include:
- Lopez Bakery and Restaurant – Celebrating 50 years in business, Lopez Bakery is a returning vendor offering a wide selection of Mexican food and baked goods.
- Little Havana Express – Another legacy vendor, Little Havana offers a variety of authentic and traditional Cuban cuisine that is full of flavor.
- Corazoncito Style’s Boutique – New to the Westown Day Market, Corazoncito Style’s Boutique features modern jewelry and accessories with the special touch of Mexican culture.
A full list of vendors for June 8 and June 22 can be found HERE. More vendors will be announced for the season at a later date.
The Day Market also features local musicians of different genres each week from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Roxie Beane kicks
off the music series on June 8, followed by a performance by Joe Wray on June 22.
The remaining music schedule includes:
- July 13 – Ian Gould
- July 27 – Brecken Miles
- August 10 – Mathew Haeffel
- August 24 – Michael Tynker Tierney
- September 7 – Frogwater
- September 21 – Phil Norb