Ring in 2026 in Grand Style!
Step right up and prepare to be dazzled — this New Year’s Eve, Gatsby MKE presents The Midnight Circus, an opulent twist on the Roaring Twenties where mystery meets spectacle. Immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of the jazz age, where the champagne flows freely, the lights shimmer bright, and the music never stops.
About Gatsby MKE:
The event will take place at the iconic The Trade, the official hotel of Deer District.
Guests will have access to Solomon's Cocktail Lounge, the majestic Founders Ballroom, and two stunning terraces overlooking Fiserv Forum and downtown Milwaukee.
The space will be transformed into a Gatsby-themed, art-deco dreamland infused with the magic of The Midnight Circus — where roaring-20s elegance meets theatrical wonder.
A Night of Gatsby-Esque grandeur
Entertainment:
Cocktail Hour featuring the legendary Milwaukee Jazz Orchestra
Aerial dancers, flapper girls, stilt walkers, and circus acts that will leave you mesmerized
Live jazz acts, live band, and live DJ sets all night long.
Complimentary Activations:
Roulette and blackjack tables
Find The Gatsby Speakeasy Lounge with live jazz and secret tastings (if you know the secret password, of course!)
Discover the Oliva Cigar Lounge Terrace to enjoy and sample complimentary premium cigars by one of the world’s finest cigar brands
The most stylish Roaring 20s photobooth
Complimentary coat check
Champagne tower and ice sculptures
New Year Resolution Station
Tarot Readers
Photographers and videographers on-site to capture the night
And many more surprises that will leave you speechless!
Food & Drinks:
Delicious passed appetizers
Cake and dessert table
Complimentary Martini & Rossi champagne toast at midnight
Late-night snack surprise
Organic, small-batch cotton candy galore and champagne bombs
VIP Tickets & Sections:
Celebrating with your special person? The Jay and Daisy Cocktail Table for 2 is the ultimate NYE couple's experience!
Doing Gatsby MKE with friends? Reserve your private VIP table with bottle service for your group, available in very limited quantities.
VIP packages are fully customizable — email concierge@gatsbymke.com, and a member of our team will tailor the perfect experience to your needs.
Line up for the night
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The Milwaukee Jazz Orchestra
The iconic Milwaukee Jazz Orchestra, playing during cocktail hour.
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Corynn Latta
One Milwaukee's finest Jazz voices, performing live in the Speakeasy Lounge.
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Cirque Du Cham
Wouldn't be The Midnight Circus without one of Wisconsin's most exciting circus troupe! Get ready to be enchanted by Cirque Du Cham
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Miss Wisconsin
Our 2026 midnight toast is presented by Miss Wisconsin, Willow Newell.
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Kuj Magic
Get ready to be mesmerized by one of Wisconsin's best magicians.
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DJ Gemini Gilly
Bucks and Badgers DJ, and a vibe curator unlike any other, get ready to dance the night away with Gilly.
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DJay Mando & The Band
A Milwaukee staple, performing live with his iconic band! Ring in the new year with DJay Mando
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Tarot D'Amore
Find out what 2026 has in store for you...
hotel + restaurant PACKAGES
Pair your Gatsby MKE experience with an overnight stay at The Trade or dinner at Il Cervo. Hotel and Restaurant Guests will receive exclusive discounted pricing on tickets.
CONTACT
For exclusive VIP Packages, sponsorship opportunities or general inquiries: