The Milwaukee Public Museum is raising a glass to tradition with the final Food & Froth in its current home, taking place Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026.

Now in its 26th year, the fan-favorite 21+ fundraiser invites guests to explore the Museum’s exhibit halls after hours while sampling craft beers, ciders and seltzers, plus savory bites from dozens of local vendors.

For more than a quarter century, Food & Froth has paired discovery with deliciousness, transforming MPM’s iconic exhibit floors into one of Milwaukee’s most memorable tasting events. Proceeds from ticket sales support the Museum’s exhibits, educational programming, collections care and community outreach.

“Food & Froth has become one of the Museum’s signature events, bringing together thousands of community members and MPM fans each year to celebrate discovery with great food and drink,” said Julie Quinlan Brame, MPM Senior Vice President of Development.

“Whether this is someone’s 26th time attending or their very first, this final Food & Froth before our historic move is sure to be especially meaningful as we raise a glass to the memories made here — and to the exciting next chapter ahead.”

A peek at the food & froth

Food & Froth will feature approximately 200 craft beers, ciders and seltzers from more than 70 breweries, including both Milwaukee breweries and more. That includes:  3 Sheeps Brewing, Amorphic Beer, Explorium Brewpub, Gathering Place Brewing Company, Lowlands Brewing Collaborative (The Lowlands Group), New Glarus Brewing Company, O’so Brewing Company, Wizard Works Brewery, Young Blood Beer Company, and The Yuengling Company, along with cider from Downeast Cider and many more.

More than 20 local restaurants and food vendors will also be serving savory bites and sweet treats throughout the Museum, with participants including 80 Acres Farms, Azteca Restaurant MKE , Bakehouse 23 MKE, Black Shoe Hospitality, Midwest Sad, and Pedro’s South American Food, among others. A complete list of participating food and beer vendors is available at mpm.edu/beer.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, guests can enjoy live music throughout the night from The Hungry Williams, accordionist Mike Schneider, and Will Phalen and John Patek.

Get tickets

A limited number of tickets remain and are available at mpm.edu/beer or by calling (414) 278-2728 or (888) 700-9069. That includes general admission tickets for $100, which include unlimited food and beverage samples, live entertainment and full access to the event. Guests must be 21 or older with valid ID.

For those looking to level up the experience, VIP tickets are $200 and include exclusive early access to the exhibit floors from 6 to 7 p.m., plus entry to the CableCom + Midwest Fiber Networks VIP Lounge from 6 p.m. through the end of the night. VIP guests will enjoy select craft beverage samples and nonstop bites from catering sponsors including Brazen Standard Hospitality, Milwaukee Pretzel Company, Noble Catering & Events, and Potawatomi Casino Hotel, along with additional VIP-only vendors.

Moving forward

Looking ahead, the Milwaukee Public Museum will move into a new downtown building in 2027 and reopen as the Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin. An official opening date has not yet been announced, and future special events, including Food & Froth, are still being determined. Updates on the Museum’s transformation can be found at mpm.edu/future.