WAR MEMORIAL
BEER GARDEN
THANK YOU FOR A GREAT SUMMER SEASON! WE ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
CLOSING WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER 22ND
HOW TO GET HERE
ONSITE PARKING
There is a large surface parking lot onsite! Parking is free for the first 30 minutes and $8 for the rest of the day. All proceeds of parking benefit the War Memorial Center.
PARK HERE! ADVENTURE HERE! BEER HERE!
The War Memorial Beer Garden is located at the cultural heart of downtown and a great place to start a walking adventure exploring downtown Milwaukee!
Not only is the War Memorial an iconic destination in of itself, make sure to head on to Fitch Plaza for unbeatable views of Lake Michigan and Milwaukee’s skyline. A short and easy walk takes you to The Milwaukee Art Museum, Discovery World, Summerfest, the Third Ward & Milwaukee Public Market. Bring a bike and cruise the lakeshore to Bradford Beach, Lakefront State Park, or add miles on the Oak Leaf Trail, which connects 125 miles of recreational trails throughout the city. Don’t have a bike - rent one at the Bublr Bikes Station here. The best part about parking here is you’ll earn a free beer when you present your parking voucher in the Beer Garden!
HOW CAN WE SERVE?
Want to plan a party, get together or corporate event?
See how easy reserving tables can be!
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Make planning a party a breeze! With no minimums and easy to swallow rental rates, you can reserve one table, a dozen, or the whole space with ease!
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The War Memorial Center is located at the heart of Milwaukee and one of the most iconic places to have your event!
Contact the WMC Directly: Collin FalveyEMAIL: coordinator@warmemorialcenter.org
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Established in 1924, Kegel’s Inn serves up delicious traditional dishes of authentic German food and is one of the best places to catch a Friday Fish Fry in Milwaukee. Our building is a historical landmark and sports a casual and friendly atmosphere that cements lasting memories.
Join us in the historic dining room or out in the Beer Garden. We also have Friday Fish Fry Drive Thru and take-out for those who still aren’t ready to mingle.
Eero Saarinen had a dream, and so did the people of Milwaukee. In 1957, As one of the largest public fundraisers in Wisconsin History, the War Memorial Center was erected to embody the sacrifice of the fallen, while also celebrating everything they fought for. Today, the legacy lives inside this historic landmark.
A LIVING MEMORIAL
LIVE MUSIC
EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM 1 PM - 4 PM
Music In The Beer Garden, Presented by Garage Beer!
LOADED
BRATS
We use the best sausages in the world as our base, load them up with homemade fixings for some German / Midwestern inspired combos! Try the Cream City - It’s life changing!
Established in 1924 as a Prohibition Speakeasy, Kegel’s Inn served up the most authentic German Cuisine, and tops the charts as one of the best fish fries in the state!
Kegel’s Turns 100 Years Old!
OAK
LEAF TRAIL
The War Memorial Beer Garden is right on The Oak Leaf Lakefront Trail, Milwaukee’s most popular pedestrian and cycling path along the lake. Check out a bike or an ebike at the Bublr Bikes station here at the WMC.
BEER COOLER BY THE LAKE
Helga retired in 2023 and was replaced by a more permanent 20 foot recycled container bar with 12 taps of Imported German Beers!
GIVE BACK
Every purchase helps raise funds for the War Memorial Center, a 503(c) non-profit organization that supports veteran programing around the state.
Kegel’s Inn
Kegel’s Inn is the official operator of the War Memorial Beer Garden, it’s also one of the best places in Milwaukee for a Friday Fish Fry and serves up the most authentic German cuisine. Located just a few minutes West of downtown by the Brewers Stadium!
RULES:
COMMON SENSE RULES:
The War Memorial is a Living Memorial so please respect the facility and the property.
RESERVATIONS:
Beer garden tables are first come first serve. No reservations allowed without booking a party request HERE. There is plenty of green space if tables are full! Bring a blanket or your own lounge chairs for a picnic on the green prairie hill to the North of the Parking lot!
DOGS:
Yes! Dogs are welcome in the Beer Garden & on Fitch Plaza. Owners are required to clean up after their pets.
CARRY-IN POLICY:
Picnics and non alcoholic beverages are allowed, however there will be no carry-in containers of alcohol of any kind. Kegel’s Inn food & beer trucks can supplement with loaded brats, pretzels and alcoholic beverages for your group. Outside Event Catering Services are Strictly Prohibited
PARKING:
There is parking on-site for $8 per vehicle.
BATHROOMS:
Several port-a-potties exist for customers in the parking lot area. Patrons are also able to use the restrooms inside the War Memorial on the 3rd & 4th floors. There is an elevator for handicap accessibility.
SECURITY:
There is 24 hour surveillance on the property. Any damage or theft will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
CARRY OUT POLICY:
There is no transporting of alcohol beyond the War Memorial Center Boundary. Adult Beverages are allowed in the parking lot, inside the War Memorial Center, and on the terrace of Fitch Plaza.
