Bars & Recreation

About Us

Bars & Recreation is a Milwaukee-based entertainment company redefining nightlife and group outings across Southeast Wisconsin. Known for creating immersive, activity-driven venues, Bars & Recreation blends great bars with unforgettable experiences, bringing people together through fun, creativity, and connection. From casual nights out to large-scale celebrations, we are Southeast Wisconsin’s premier provider of memorable, engaging experiences anywhere people gather. Our diverse portfolio of brands offers something for everyone:  Amped lets you sing your heart out with private suite karaoke; AXE MKE delivers high-energy axe throwing; Game Show MKE inside Amped, features live-hosted game shows, such as “The Feud” “The Big Pyramid” and "20 Second Challenge"; Nine Below puts a playful twist on mini-golf by letting guests build their own indoor course;  NorthSouth Club combines axe throwing and deck curling from the north, with deck shuffleboard from the south; The New Fashioned celebrates classic Wisconsin games—like Hyperbowling, Deck Curling, and Dartball, paired with fun food, local beers, and massive pour wall. Splash Studio inside The New Fashioned offers artist-led painting experiences; Slingshot Bar, Bars & Rec’s latest creation, lets you take aim in its challenging “jungle junkyard” themed range.  Bars & Recreation specializes in hosting bachelor and bachelorette parties, corporate events, team-building experiences, birthdays, weddings, and more. With creative cocktails, local beers, onsite food options, and uniquely social settings, our mission is simple: to create engaging experiences that bring people together and make every gathering a celebration.