Welcome to QWERTYFEST
In 1868, Milwaukee's Christopher Latham Sholes patented one of the first commercially made (and viable) typewriters, creating a new form of communication that revolutionized the world. Naturally, QWERTYFEST takes place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
QWERTYFEST is a 3-day festival for writers, artists, typewriter aficionados, history buffs, mechanical keyboard connoisseurs and anyone who wants to celebrate innovation. The weekend is a whirlwind of live music, presentations, workshops, literary cemetery tours, brunch and camaraderie.

Photo by Royal Brevväxling [2024]

Photo by Royal Brevväxling [2024]

Photo by Royal Brevväxling [2024]

Photo by Royal Brevväxling [2024]

Photo by Royal Brevväxling [2024]

Photo by Royal Brevväxling [2024]

Photo by Andrew Hoffman [HoffmanMyster]

Photo by Andrew Hoffman [HoffmanMyster]
What to Expect @ QWERTYFEST
The third annual event will take place Friday, Oct. 3 through Sunday, Oct. 5 at numerous locations throughout Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Tickets will be available soon!
QWERTYFEST is your TYPE of festival!
