Summer in Milwaukee Means Patio Season, Lake Days – and Tech Events

Summer in Milwaukee brings more than sunshine – it brings people together. From afternoons on Lake Michigan’s shores to nights at Summerfest, the city comes alive, and so does its tech community. Whether you’re networking over cold brews, teeing off at a golf outing, or diving deep into AI, this season is full of opportunities to connect and level up your network and career. Keep reading for a round-up of Milwaukee’s must-attend tech events this summer.

Why Summer is the Ultimate Time to Plug In

Milwaukee summers are unmatched. Long, sunny days and warm nights make it easy to show up, meet new people, and have real conversations about where tech is headed next. Whether you’re deep in development, curious about coding, or launching a startup, this season offers a perfect backdrop for inspiration, growth, and outdoor favorites, like lakefront walks, paddling the Milwaukee River, and patio happy hours.

Milwaukee’s Tech Events This Summer

From bitcoin meetups to golf fundraisers and AI think tanks, the summer lineup has something for every kind of tech pro. Mark your calendar with these can’t-miss tech events: 

July 8: Milwaukee Bitcoin Meetup
Explore the latest in Bitcoin and blockchain tech with fellow crypto enthusiasts.

July 9: Global AI Milwaukee User Group Meeting
Connect with peers to discuss the practical applications and implications of AI today.

July 9: Founder Finder 

High-energy networking event designed to connect startup founders with potential co-founders and collaborators across key roles like software development, marketing, finance, and more.

July 10: Wisconsin Technology Council – Tech Council Innovation Network (TCIN) Luncheon

Sponsored by Microsoft and hosted by Quarles & Brady, hear from investors, network, enjoy lunch, and the program highlighting “The Wisconsin Portfolio.”

July 17: From SEO to GEO – Position Your Brand for Success in the Age of AI-Powered Search
Discover how AI is reshaping digital visibility and what it means for your brand.

July 17: Wisconsin Technology Association – July Networking Event
Network with leaders across Wisconsin’s tech sector in a casual summer setting.

July 22: 2025 Wisconsin Technology Council Golf Outing 

Sign up for a scramble golf tournament to celebrate with members and friends of the Wisconsin Technology Council at The Oaks Golf Course in Cottage Grove. 

July 22: AI Risk Readiness – Navigating Risks & Responsible Adoption of AI Tools
Learn how to balance innovation with responsibility in your AI strategy.

July 22: Wisconsin Databricks User Group
Join fellow data professionals to discuss best practices in using Databricks.

July 30: MKE Tech Founders Day
Celebrate local innovation with Milwaukee’s founders and startup leaders.

August 2: Code & Coffee
Drop in for casual conversation, coding, and community at this laid-back meetup.

August 13: Milwaukee Bitcoin Meetup – Ice Cream Social (in Brookfield)
Cool down and talk crypto over ice cream at this special summer edition.

August 14: STEM Forward Scholarship Program Fundraiser Golf Outing
Hit the green to support future STEM leaders at this annual charity event.

August 18: 2025 SIM Charity Golf Classic
Another great day of golf supporting SIM’s local outreach and tech education efforts.

Check back often, as we regularly update our TechKnow events calendar. 

More Than Just Events – This Is Community

Summer in Milwaukee is about showing up for each other – at the lake, on the patio, and in tech spaces. These events are launchpads for relationships, ideas, and opportunities. Whether you’re pitching a startup, shaping AI, or just curious, showing up matters. The Milwaukee tech scene is buzzing.

Make This Summer Count

With sunshine, energy, and great people all in one place, there’s no better time to get involved. Whether it’s your first meetup or you’re ready to lead your own user group, every event is a step toward something bigger. Show up. Dive in. And let this summer move your tech career forward.