Last year, a new water-centric summer event debuted on Milwaukee's shores: Hoanchella, an evening of Fresh Coast festivities featuring boats, light shows and more. It was a night so nice, they've decided to do it twice as the summer splash will return for 2024 – albeit with a new name. 

As announced on social media, Hoanchella is now Hoancoming, making waves this summer along Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee River on Saturday, Aug. 17. 

While the name may be different this year, the water-based summer spectacular is expected to feature many of the same splashy elements as its inaugural edition – including live music, boating, a partying boat cruise with views of the city coastline and glowing shows in the sky via fireworks as well as the Hoan lights. And as with last year's debut, all the Hoan-nanigans will serve as a fundraiser for the Light the Hoan non-profit and its work shining a literal light on events, causes and organizations with one of the city's most recognizable landmarks.

For a look at last year's event, watch this:

@jmattmke Here’s what happened at hoanchella… @Light the Hoan #MilwaukeeWI #MilwaukeeLocal #Hoanchella #HoanBridge #Hoanchella2023 ♬ original sound - JMatt (Milwaukee)

For more updates and information on Hoancoming – including tickets and specific events set for this summer's edition – stay tuned to the event's Instagram page and its website. And stay tuned to OnMilwaukee for more Great Milwaukee Summer and festival season fun!