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Yarn Bomb
Date:July 27th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Free General Admission at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Date:July 27th - August 24th
Time:9:00 AM
Bring the whole family to explore and enjoy all the beautiful spaces Boerner Botanical Gardens has to offer! Thanks to the generosity of the Friends...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:July 27th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Playground Program
Date:July 27th - August 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Musical Mondays
Date:July 27th - August 24th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Variety takes center stage! The free weekly concert series features eight evenings of different musical genres, from bluegrass to zydeco! Bring your own chairs, blankets,...
Yarn Bomb
Date:July 28th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:July 28th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Playground Program
Date:July 28th - August 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Landlord Outreach & Networking Event
Date:July 28th
Time:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Milwaukee County Landlords, Property Owners, and Property Management Companies are invited to learn how local reentry programs and the Milwaukee County Lift program can support...
Chill on the Hill
Date:July 28th - September 1st
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather with family and friends for the weekly, free summer concert series on Tuesday nights. Enjoy live local music, food trucks, and fun for the...
Yarn Bomb
Date:July 29th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:July 29th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Bilingual Storytime at the Domes
Date:July 29th - December 30th
Time:10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join the Milwaukee Domes Alliance for bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime the last Wednesday of the month! No pre-registration required. Storytime is included with admission.
Summer Playground Program
Date:July 29th - August 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Wednesday Walkers
Date:July 29th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with...
Hike for Health
Date:July 29th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers....
Heart(beats) of the City, powered by MGIC
Date:July 29th - August 26th
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Round up your coworkers for the return of the lunchtime concert series that rocks Red Arrow Park every Wednesday, June through August. Enjoy street eats...
Community Fishing Clinics
Date:July 29th - August 6th
Time:5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Come to the free community fishing clinics to learn fishing skills or improve those you already have, People of all ages are invited to find...
Humboldt in Harmony: Turtles
Date:July 29th
Time:6:00 PM
Join the Humboldt Park Friends for a presentation by Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. Staff environmentalists will give a presentation on the safety and types of...
Washington Park Wednesdays at the Bandshell
Date:July 29th - August 26th
Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Visit Washington Park Wednesdays and find a gathering place where music, art, and community come together! Everyone is welcomed! Happy Hour starts at 5 p.m.;...
Wednesday Night Garden Walks
Date:July 29th - August 19th
Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Enjoy a Wednesday-evening walk through the Botanical Gardens, exploring a new topic each week
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:July 29th
Time:6:30 PM
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free...
Wonderful Wednesdays Concert Series
Date:July 29th - August 19th
Time:6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Enjoy weekly live performances geared to children and their families. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food and beverages.
Yarn Bomb
Date:July 30th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Free Day at Wehr Nature Center
Date:July 30th - December 31st
Time:8:30 AM
Wehr Nature Center does not charge an admission fee, so on the "Free Day" (the last Thursday of the month), the parking fee is waived....
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:July 30th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Playground Program
Date:July 30th - August 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Water Safety Day at Sheridan Pool
Date:July 30th
Time:11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bring the family to Sheridan Pool this Summer for a Water Safety Day!
Cathedral Square Market
Date:July 30th - September 24th
Time:3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Now on Thursdays! Find fresh produce, prepared foods, farm-to-table goods and handmade art. Come for the afternoon market (3 to 6 p.m.) or enjoy the...
Jackson Park Farmers Market
Date:July 30th - October 1st
Time:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Get fresh-from-the-farm produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products from local vendors. Get free samples at the Taste It Tent and learn how to incorporate...
ArtBlaze on The Beach
Date:July 30th - August 20th
Time:4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Gather with friends and family for a series of free, family-friendly events that celebrate community, creativity, and connection. The beaches will be transformed into a...
Art & Hops, with the Traveling Beer Garden
Date:July 30th - August 20th
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather the family and bring your steins for the "Art & Hops" series! At this free event, you'll stroll through the park enjoying your brew...
Jazz in the Park
Date:July 30th - September 10th
Time:6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy the free, outdoor music series, featuring an eclectic lineup of jazz, big band, funk, R&B, reggae, blues and more. Performers come from across town...
Concerts in The Gardens
Date:July 30th - August 20th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy free weekly concerts by top local talent, all while surrounded by the beauty of the Botanical Gardens. Beer, wine, and food available for purchase.
Yarn Bomb
Date:July 31st - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:July 31st - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Free Friday Night Flicks
Date:July 31st - September 25th
Time:8:30 PM
Enjoy free movies in Lake Park. This season's movies fall under the theme, Sweet Home MKE. Movies will either be set in or filmed in...
Brew City Salmon Tournament
Date:August 1st
Time:4:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Get your hook, line, and sinker! Check-in begins at 4 a.m., with lines hitting the water at 5:30 a.m. The event offers top-dollar prizes to...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 1st - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Warrior Rush, 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon, Marathon
Date:August 1st
Time:7:00 AM
Unleash your inner warrior and conquer the Warrior Rush, an ancient Greco-Roman themed trail-run series. Perfect for runners of all levels, the event offers a...
UNCF Walk/Run for Education
Date:August 1st
Time:8:00 AM
Make a difference! Run or walk to help raise funds for UNCF students in the form of scholarships and services.
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 1st - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Forever Beach Volleyball Tournament
Date:August 1st - 2nd
Time:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
See the biggest doubles beach volleyball tournament at Bradford Beach this summer! The Summer Forever tournament is for adults and is sanctioned by AVP America--with...
KJ Day Football Tournament
Date:August 1st
Time:10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
In memory of KJ, this community event promotes peace, unity, and positive engagement. The day includes 7-on-7 football, kickball, a DJ, community performances and speeches,...
Nice Cold Art Market
Date:August 1st
Time:10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Stroll through Bay View's Humboldt Park while browsing art by Milwaukee's local working artists! This family-friendly, dog-friendly event is the place to find that perfect...
Dance for Hope Dance Festival
Date:August 1st
Time:12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Come and experience all styles of dance from around the world, performed by organizations from the Milwaukee area. Witness stories of hope and community through...
The Life & Legacy of Queen Mother Lucille Berrien
Date:August 1st
Time:12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Celebrate the life and legacy of Lucille Berrien, the park's namesake. Explore community resources, enjoy food and music, and watch your young children and youths...
The Peoples' Safetyfest
Date:August 1st
Time:12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Take the family to the free annual safety fair! On a first-come, first-served basis, enjoy free food, community resources, and giveaways, while supplies last.
Back to School Backpack Giveaway
Date:August 1st
Time:1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Bring the kids and the good vibes and get ready for the new school year! Free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last. Enjoy a...
Shakespeare in the Park
Date:August 1st - 9th
Time:1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
A full afternoon of free outdoor performances! At 2 p.m., Richard III, a fast-paced thriller in a bold new 50-minute adaptation, is brought to...
Out There Series: Experimental Music, Poetry, Performance Art
Date:August 1st - September 26th
Time:2:00 PM
The focus of the series is experimental and ambient music, poetry and performance art -- all taking place in parks green spaces. By uniting poets,...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 2nd - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Audaxity, fundraising bike ride
Date:August 2nd
Time:8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Ride Hard. Raise Big. End Cancer. Take part in this fundraising bike ride to accelerate cancer research breakthroughs and transform lives. Routes, which include the...
Wehr Birders
Date:August 2nd - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Come to Wehr Nature Center for a Sunday morning birding hike led by volunteers and fellow birders. Observe birds during the spring and fall migrations,...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 2nd - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Forever Beach Volleyball Tournament
Date:August 2nd
Time:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
See the biggest doubles beach volleyball tournament at Bradford Beach this summer! The Summer Forever tournament is for adults and is sanctioned by AVP America--with...
Free Yoga in the Park
Date:August 2nd - September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Enjoy free Sunday morning yoga, outdoors and in the park! All summer long, participate in restorative yoga practice led by Healium Hot Yoga. Open to...
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:August 2nd - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
Skatefest Summer Series
Date:August 2nd - 30th
Time:11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Roll in to the Summer Skate Series and celebrate the culture, joy, unity, styles, diversity, and history of Black Culture Roller Skating! Bring your own...
Cigars in the Park
Date:August 2nd
Time:1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Come celebrate the cigar lifestyle at the final event of Cigar MKE Weekend! The free event brings together enthusiasts, artisans, and local businesses for a...
Shakespeare in the Park
Date:August 2nd - 9th
Time:1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
A full afternoon of free outdoor performances! At 2 p.m., Richard III, a fast-paced thriller in a bold new 50-minute adaptation, is brought to...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 3rd - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 3rd - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 3rd - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
National Night Out - MPD District 3
Date:August 3rd
Time:2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MPD presents this family-friendly event to neighbors in District 3. National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more...
Musical Mondays
Date:August 3rd - 24th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Variety takes center stage! The free weekly concert series features eight evenings of different musical genres, from bluegrass to zydeco! Bring your own chairs, blankets,...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 4th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Personnel Review Board Meeting August 4, 2026
Date:August 4th
Time:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Personnel Review Board meets on a bi-weekly basis to hear and make determinations on County employee disciplinary matters.
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 4th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Hunger Task Force Mobile Market
Date:August 4th
Time:9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
The Mobile Market, a grocery store on wheels, sells fresh and healthy foods--nothing canned or processed--at Washington Park, First Tuesdays. Debit or Credit Card accepted....
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 4th - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Budget Info Session - In-Person
Date:August 4th
Time:1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Let's talk about the budget! Join us for a World Cafe-style conversation regarding the proposed DHHS budget.
Chill on the Hill
Date:August 4th - September 1st
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather with family and friends for the weekly, free summer concert series on Tuesday nights. Enjoy live local music, food trucks, and fun for the...
Hales Corners Night Out
Date:August 4th
Time:5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Gather in the park with the community and meet with local fire and police departments as well as local businesses. Enjoy family fun, music, food...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 5th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 5th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 5th - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Wednesday Walkers
Date:August 5th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with...
Hike for Health
Date:August 5th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers....
Water Safety Day at Pelican Cove
Date:August 5th
Time:11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bring the family to Pelican Cove this Summer for a Water Safety Day!
Heart(beats) of the City, powered by MGIC
Date:August 5th - 26th
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Round up your coworkers for the return of the lunchtime concert series that rocks Red Arrow Park every Wednesday, June through August. Enjoy street eats...
Growing Connections - August
Date:August 5th
Time:3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
A free gardening program created for people with dementia and their care partners. This is a casual program that focuses on learning and having fun....
Budget Info Session - Virtual
Date:August 5th
Time:5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Let's talk about the budget! Join us for a World Cafe-style conversation regarding the proposed DHHS budget.
Washington Park Wednesdays at the Bandshell
Date:August 5th - 26th
Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Visit Washington Park Wednesdays and find a gathering place where music, art, and community come together! Everyone is welcomed! Happy Hour starts at 5 p.m.;...
Wednesday Night Garden Walks
Date:August 5th - 19th
Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Enjoy a Wednesday-evening walk through the Botanical Gardens, exploring a new topic each week
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:August 5th - 26th
Time:6:30 PM
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free...
Wonderful Wednesdays Concert Series
Date:August 5th - 19th
Time:6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Enjoy weekly live performances geared to children and their families. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food and beverages.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 6th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 6th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 6th - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Tai Chi Walking
Date:August 6th - September 24th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Combine the gentle, mindful practice of Tai Chi with natural walking, and you have Tai Chi Walking. led by Reverend Jenny Miller PhD. Participants...
Hunger Task Force Mobile Market
Date:August 6th
Time:10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The Mobile Market, a grocery store on wheels, sells fresh and healthy foods--nothing canned or processed--at Rose Park, Second Thursday in July; First Thursday in...
Better Brain Health - Christ The King Baptist Church
Date:August 6th
Time:11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Learn about ways you can keep your brain healthy!
Breastfeeding Bash
Date:August 6th
Time:2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
A free event in support of breastfeeding, with celebration snacks, recipes, yard games and more! Follow the main facebook page in August for countdown posts...
Cathedral Square Market
Date:August 6th - September 24th
Time:3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Now on Thursdays! Find fresh produce, prepared foods, farm-to-table goods and handmade art. Come for the afternoon market (3 to 6 p.m.) or enjoy the...
Ethics Board Meeting August 6, 2026
Date:August 6th
Time:3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Ethics Board meets on a semi-regular quarterly basis to discuss business that includes, but is not limited to, administrative reports, advisory opinions and policy changes.
Jackson Park Farmers Market
Date:August 6th - October 1st
Time:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Get fresh-from-the-farm produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products from local vendors. Get free samples at the Taste It Tent and learn how to incorporate...
National Night Out - MPD District 5
Date:August 6th
Time:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
MPD presents this family-friendly event to neighbors in District 5. National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more...
ArtBlaze on The Beach
Date:August 6th - 20th
Time:4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Gather with friends and family for a series of free, family-friendly events that celebrate community, creativity, and connection. The beaches will be transformed into a...
Art & Hops, with the Traveling Beer Garden
Date:August 6th - 20th
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather the family and bring your steins for the "Art & Hops" series! At this free event, you'll stroll through the park enjoying your brew...
Community Fishing Clinics
Date:August 6th
Time:5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Come to the free community fishing clinics to learn fishing skills or improve those you already have, People of all ages are invited to find...
Jazz at The Vine
Date:August 6th - September 3rd
Time:6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The live jazz series kicks off the season Friday, May 29 as part of the Bay View Jazz Fest. The series continues every other Thursday...
Jazz in the Park
Date:August 6th - September 10th
Time:6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy the free, outdoor music series, featuring an eclectic lineup of jazz, big band, funk, R&B, reggae, blues and more. Performers come from across town...
Concerts in The Gardens
Date:August 6th - 20th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy free weekly concerts by top local talent, all while surrounded by the beauty of the Botanical Gardens. Beer, wine, and food available for purchase.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 7th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
USA Triathlon National Championships
Date:August 7th - 9th
Time:7:00 AM
See top talent go head-to-head in the return of the Sprint Non-Draft National Championships, the Olympic Distance Non-Draft National Championships and the Paratriathlon National Championships.
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 7th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Sound-Bath Series
Date:August 7th - September 4th
Time:11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Join Camille Mays of Sound Healing for a relaxing and rejuvenating exploration of the effect of sound on your body and mind. Bring a yoga...
A Walk in the Park
Date:August 7th - December 2nd
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Gather with us for an hour-long walk through a park, the first Friday of every month, rain or shine! Connect and reconnect with friends and...
Dog Picture Days at our Dog Parks
Date:August 7th
Time:12:00 PM
We're hosting a series of dog picture days at select dog parks this Summer!
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 8th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
USA Triathlon National Championships
Date:August 8th - 9th
Time:7:00 AM
See top talent go head-to-head in the return of the Sprint Non-Draft National Championships, the Olympic Distance Non-Draft National Championships and the Paratriathlon National Championships.
TOSA Youth Tri
Date:August 8th
Time:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Youths age 9-17 (as of Dec. 31, 2026) can have a triathlon experience that encourages participation at their ability level, with two course options. The...
Sprint for Spina Bifida: Fun Walk & Roll
Date:August 8th
Time:9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Enjoy the fun walk & roll, and family-friendly activities! This year's theme is “Super Heroes Never Quit.” Wear your cape if you'd like! Choose the...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 8th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Water Safety Day at Wilson Pool
Date:August 8th
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Bring the family to Wilson Pool this Summer for a Water Safety Day!
Shakespeare in the Park
Date:August 8th - 9th
Time:1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
A full afternoon of free outdoor performances! At 2 p.m., Richard III, a fast-paced thriller in a bold new 50-minute adaptation, is brought to...
Gut Fest
Date:August 8th
Time:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Discover a small outdoor DIY music and arts festival. The event brings together local and regional bands, artists, and vendors to create a community-driven space...
Mr. Chop
Date:August 8th
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Head to the gazebo to take in a performance in four acts by Mr. Chop, a local rapper, singer and music producer. His music sends...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 9th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
USA Triathlon National Championships
Date:August 9th
Time:7:00 AM
See top talent go head-to-head in the return of the Sprint Non-Draft National Championships, the Olympic Distance Non-Draft National Championships and the Paratriathlon National Championships.
Wehr Birders
Date:August 9th - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Come to Wehr Nature Center for a Sunday morning birding hike led by volunteers and fellow birders. Observe birds during the spring and fall migrations,...
Guided Forest-Bathing Walk
Date:August 9th
Time:9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Unplug, slow down and de-stress. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, this session, led by a certified forest-bathing guide, takes you through sensory-based explorations...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 9th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Miles for Migraine - Walk, Run, Relax
Date:August 9th
Time:9:30 AM
Walk the 2-mile route or run the timed 5K or to raise awareness (and funds) for those affected by migraine and headache disease. Funds raised...
Free Yoga in the Park
Date:August 9th - September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Enjoy free Sunday morning yoga, outdoors and in the park! All summer long, participate in restorative yoga practice led by Healium Hot Yoga. Open to...
Red Magic Art Festival
Date:August 9th
Time:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Gather the family for this one-day festival celebrating Native American arts & culture! The event features local and regional Native American artists, showcasing both traditional...
Suburban Soles: Guided Nature Hikes
Date:August 9th - 23rd
Time:10:00 AM
Enjoy a Sunday morning guided hike to explore and discover the secrets of our natural world. Events are led by professional field guides. Every other...
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:August 9th - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
Shakespeare in the Park
Date:August 9th
Time:1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
A full afternoon of free outdoor performances! At 2 p.m., Richard III, a fast-paced thriller in a bold new 50-minute adaptation, is brought to...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 10th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 10th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Little Wonders for Two-year-olds
Date:August 10th - September 14th
Time:9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
A program for two-year-olds and their favorite adults. During the one-hour program, tots and their caregivers delve into a fun nature topic, listen to a...
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 10th - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Little Wonders for Three-year-olds
Date:August 10th - September 14th
Time:11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A program for three-year-olds and their favorite adults. During the one-hour program, tots and their caregivers delve into a fun nature topic, listen to a...
National Night Out - MPD District 7
Date:August 10th
Time:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
MPD presents this family-friendly event to neighbors in District 7. National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more...
Musical Mondays
Date:August 10th - 24th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Variety takes center stage! The free weekly concert series features eight evenings of different musical genres, from bluegrass to zydeco! Bring your own chairs, blankets,...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 11th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 11th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 11th - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Chill on the Hill
Date:August 11th - September 1st
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather with family and friends for the weekly, free summer concert series on Tuesday nights. Enjoy live local music, food trucks, and fun for the...
Poetry in the Park
Date:August 11th - September 8th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Poetry in the Park celebrates the best of spoken word. Local, regional and national poets give readings near the bluff overlooking Lake Michigan.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 12th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 12th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Storytime at The Domes
Date:August 12th - December 23rd
Time:10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Take your little ones (age 3 to 7) to the Domes and enjoy a story that comes to life! Each week the volunteer storyteller will...
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 12th - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Wednesday Walkers
Date:August 12th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with...
Hike for Health
Date:August 12th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers....
Heart(beats) of the City, powered by MGIC
Date:August 12th - 26th
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Round up your coworkers for the return of the lunchtime concert series that rocks Red Arrow Park every Wednesday, June through August. Enjoy street eats...
National Night Out - MPD District 2
Date:August 12th
Time:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MPD presents this family-friendly event to neighbors in District 2. National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more...
Washington Park Wednesdays at the Bandshell
Date:August 12th - 26th
Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Visit Washington Park Wednesdays and find a gathering place where music, art, and community come together! Everyone is welcomed! Happy Hour starts at 5 p.m.;...
Wednesday Night Garden Walks
Date:August 12th - 19th
Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Enjoy a Wednesday-evening walk through the Botanical Gardens, exploring a new topic each week
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:August 12th - 26th
Time:6:30 PM
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free...
Wonderful Wednesdays Concert Series
Date:August 12th - 19th
Time:6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Enjoy weekly live performances geared to children and their families. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food and beverages.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 13th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 13th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Water Safety Day at Cool Waters Aquatic Center
Date:August 13th
Time:9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Bring the family to Cool Waters Aquatic Center this Summer for a Water Safety Day!
Summer Playground Program
Date:August 13th - 14th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
At this free drop-in program, youths age 6 to 17 enjoy enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at the playgrounds. Both locations also offer...
Better Brain Health - Oak Creek Salvation Army
Date:August 13th
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Learn about ways you can keep your brain healthy!
Cathedral Square Market
Date:August 13th - September 24th
Time:3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Now on Thursdays! Find fresh produce, prepared foods, farm-to-table goods and handmade art. Come for the afternoon market (3 to 6 p.m.) or enjoy the...
Jackson Park Farmers Market
Date:August 13th - October 1st
Time:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Get fresh-from-the-farm produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products from local vendors. Get free samples at the Taste It Tent and learn how to incorporate...
National Night Out - MPD District 6
Date:August 13th
Time:5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
MPD presents this family-friendly event to neighbors in District 6. National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more...
Jazz in the Park
Date:August 13th - September 10th
Time:6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy the free, outdoor music series, featuring an eclectic lineup of jazz, big band, funk, R&B, reggae, blues and more. Performers come from across town...
Concerts in The Gardens
Date:August 13th - 20th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy free weekly concerts by top local talent, all while surrounded by the beauty of the Botanical Gardens. Beer, wine, and food available for purchase.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 14th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 14th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
T&T & Gentle Hearts Family Childcare Bookbag Giveaway
Date:August 14th
Time:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Be ready for the new school year! The back-to-school event includes a bookbag and school supplies giveaway, hot dogs and cheeseburgers, horseback riding, a...
Gordon Park Friends Soulful Summer Music Series
Date:August 14th
Time:6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Take the family and meet friends at the free concert series! The series starts and ends on Saturdays, but in June, July and August, groups...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 15th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
5K Run-Walk to Milwaukee Irish Fest
Date:August 15th
Time:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join the Arthritis Foundation's 5K Run/Walk along Milwaukee's beautiful lakefront and raise funds to support the millions of people with arthritis, America’s #1 cause of...
Strength in the City Fest
Date:August 15th
Time:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Enjoy a high-energy, mindfully curated health and wellness festival all about connection, wellness, and the local community.
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 15th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Nature Journal Club
Date:August 15th - December 19th
Time:10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Explore the local landscape together with the Milwaukee Nature Journal Club. Whether you're a seasoned nature journaler or you're curious about giving it a try,...
Walk a Mile in My Shoes
Date:August 15th
Time:10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Walk to support families affected by violence. Victims of Milwaukee Violence, a community-based organization, provides healing, informational resources, advocacy, and prevention strategies for individuals and...
Bluegrass in The Park
Date:August 15th
Time:11:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Live bluegrass music fills the air at Pulaski Park in Cudahy! Come for the music, food, and fun. Enjoy free bluegrass music by different bands...
Daisy & Sheila House of Love Foundation Back-to-School Drive
Date:August 15th
Time:12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Register your children for free school supplies, backpacks, clothing, hygiene items, food and more -- available while supplies last. Prepare your children today for a...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 16th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Wehr Birders
Date:August 16th - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Come to Wehr Nature Center for a Sunday morning birding hike led by volunteers and fellow birders. Observe birds during the spring and fall migrations,...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 16th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Free Yoga in the Park
Date:August 16th - September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Enjoy free Sunday morning yoga, outdoors and in the park! All summer long, participate in restorative yoga practice led by Healium Hot Yoga. Open to...
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:August 16th - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 17th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 17th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Downtown Employee Appreciation Week Opening
Date:August 17th
Time:11:45 AM
It’s the most fun you’ll have at work all year! Start the week at the opening ceremony with County Executive David Crowley and Mayor Cavalier...
Musical Mondays
Date:August 17th - 24th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Variety takes center stage! The free weekly concert series features eight evenings of different musical genres, from bluegrass to zydeco! Bring your own chairs, blankets,...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 18th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Personnel Review Board Meeting August 18, 2026
Date:August 18th
Time:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Personnel Review Board meets on a bi-weekly basis to hear and make determinations on County employee disciplinary matters.
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 18th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Hunger Task Force Mobile Market
Date:August 18th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Mobile Market, a grocery store on wheels, sells fresh and healthy foods--nothing canned or processed--at Wilson Park, Third Tuesdays, as well as the last...
SPARK! Program for Older Adults with Memory Loss & their Caregivers
Date:August 18th - September 15th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Programs offer nature-based activities and experiences at Milwaukee’s most beautiful indoor setting, the Mitchell Park Domes. SPARK! at The Domes is available at no cost...
Downtown Employee Appreciation Week
Date:August 18th
Time:11:45 AM
Enjoy Day 2 of the Daily Downtown Employee Celebration! Start at 11:45 a.m. with Office Challenge Games, the Bucks Basketball Shootout, live music, and lunch...
Child Support In Your Neighborhood - August
Date:August 18th
Time:5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Child Support Services will be holding Child Support in Your Neighborhood (CSYN) at the Good Hope Branch Library on Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 from 5...
Chill on the Hill
Date:August 18th - September 1st
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather with family and friends for the weekly, free summer concert series on Tuesday nights. Enjoy live local music, food trucks, and fun for the...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 19th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 19th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Storytime at The Domes
Date:August 19th - December 23rd
Time:10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Take your little ones (age 3 to 7) to the Domes and enjoy a story that comes to life! Each week the volunteer storyteller will...
Wednesday Walkers
Date:August 19th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with...
Hike for Health
Date:August 19th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers....
Heart(beats) of the City, powered by MGIC
Date:August 19th - 26th
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Round up your coworkers for the return of the lunchtime concert series that rocks Red Arrow Park every Wednesday, June through August. Enjoy street eats...
SPARK! Program for Older Adults with Memory Loss & their Caregivers
Date:August 19th - October 21st
Time:1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Programs offer nature-based activities and experiences at Milwaukee’s most beautiful indoor setting, the Mitchell Park Domes. SPARK! at The Domes is available at no cost...
Washington Park Wednesdays at the Bandshell
Date:August 19th - 26th
Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Visit Washington Park Wednesdays and find a gathering place where music, art, and community come together! Everyone is welcomed! Happy Hour starts at 5 p.m.;...
Wednesday Night Garden Walks
Date:August 19th
Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Enjoy a Wednesday-evening walk through the Botanical Gardens, exploring a new topic each week
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:August 19th - 26th
Time:6:30 PM
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free...
Wonderful Wednesdays Concert Series
Date:August 19th
Time:6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Enjoy weekly live performances geared to children and their families. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food and beverages.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 20th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 20th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Downtown Employee Appreciation Week: Daily Celebration
Date:August 20th
Time:11:45 AM
Enjoy Day 4 of the Daily Downtown Employee Celebration! Start at 11:45 a.m. with Office Challenge Games, the Bucks Basketball Shootout, live music, and lunch-time...
Cathedral Square Market
Date:August 20th - September 24th
Time:3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Now on Thursdays! Find fresh produce, prepared foods, farm-to-table goods and handmade art. Come for the afternoon market (3 to 6 p.m.) or enjoy the...
Jackson Park Farmers Market
Date:August 20th - October 1st
Time:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Get fresh-from-the-farm produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products from local vendors. Get free samples at the Taste It Tent and learn how to incorporate...
Civil Service Commission Meeting August 20, 2026
Date:August 20th
Time:3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
The Civil Service Commission meets on a monthly basis (or as needed) to discuss business that includes, but is not limited to, Behavioral Health Services...
ArtBlaze on The Beach
Date:August 20th
Time:4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Gather with friends and family for a series of free, family-friendly events that celebrate community, creativity, and connection. The beaches will be transformed into a...
MCSO National Night Out
Date:August 20th
Time:4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Gather the family and come out to celebrate community and meet with law-enforcement personnel from the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office. Enjoy food, fun and games,...
Art & Hops, with the Traveling Beer Garden
Date:August 20th
Time:5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather the family and bring your steins for the "Art & Hops" series! At this free event, you'll stroll through the park enjoying your brew...
Jazz at The Vine
Date:August 20th - September 3rd
Time:6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The live jazz series kicks off the season Friday, May 29 as part of the Bay View Jazz Fest. The series continues every other Thursday...
Jazz in the Park
Date:August 20th - September 10th
Time:6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy the free, outdoor music series, featuring an eclectic lineup of jazz, big band, funk, R&B, reggae, blues and more. Performers come from across town...
Concerts in The Gardens
Date:August 20th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy free weekly concerts by top local talent, all while surrounded by the beauty of the Botanical Gardens. Beer, wine, and food available for purchase.
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 21st - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Downtown Employee Appreciation Week: Yoga & More
Date:August 21st
Time:7:00 AM
Start your day with a sunrise salutation! This free class is presented by Cathy Stadler Yoga (registration required). Return to the park at 11:45 a.m....
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 21st - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Friday Afield
Date:August 21st - September 18th
Time:2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join Wehr Nature Center staff for an ecology walk through a Milwaukee County Park. Learn to identify plants and members of the animal kingdom. Hikes...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 22nd - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Strider Half Marathon
Date:August 22nd
Time:7:00 AM
Join the late-summer half marathon that starts and finishes at the Estabrook Park Beer Garden. The race features the mostly shaded Oak Leak Trail for...
Summer Sizzler 5- 10 & 15-K
Date:August 22nd
Time:7:00 AM
Take part in this fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family. The event includes a designer shirt, custom medal, chip-timing with live...
MPS Run Back to School
Date:August 22nd
Time:9:00 AM
Celebrate the start of the upcoming school year! Join the 5K fun run or 1.5-mile walk. Both routes go through scenic Washington Park. Great activities...
Run with All your Heart 5K
Date:August 22nd
Time:9:00 AM
Run for the Kids, Run for the Doctors, Run for the Research! Join the fun run with 100 percent of funds raised going to life-saving...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 22nd - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Good Trouble Day - NAACP Backyard BBQ
Date:August 22nd
Time:10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Gather the family and come to honor John Lewis, the former congressman and Civil Rights leader inspired by Rosa Parks. He's famous for the quote,...
Beach Day Workout & Hangout
Date:August 22nd
Time:12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Kick off your day with a beach workout, then stick around to relax, hang out, and enjoy the lakefront with members of East Bank Athletic...
WMSE Backyard BBQ
Date:August 22nd
Time:12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Get ready for an epic day of music, food, family fun, and summer vibes! The free music festival features live performances by top artists from...
Brews & Botany
Date:August 22nd
Time:4:00 PM
Unleash your curiosity at Brews and Botany. Sample innovative, plant-based drinks by local small businesses. Expand your palate with craft beers, kombuchas, coffees, and teas,...
Summer Night Movies
Date:August 22nd
Time:6:40 PM
Gather the family for a free outdoor movie on Milwaukee's Lakefront at Veterans Park. Tonight: Jurassic World (PG-13) The movie starts at dusk. Bring your...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 23rd - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Wehr Birders
Date:August 23rd - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Come to Wehr Nature Center for a Sunday morning birding hike led by volunteers and fellow birders. Observe birds during the spring and fall migrations,...
Stars & Stripes Honor Flight 5K Run/ 1-Mile Walk
Date:August 23rd
Time:9:00 AM
Honor our nation’s heroes, support life-changing journeys for US Veterans, and come together as a community with purpose.
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 23rd - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
Free Yoga in the Park
Date:August 23rd - September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Enjoy free Sunday morning yoga, outdoors and in the park! All summer long, participate in restorative yoga practice led by Healium Hot Yoga. Open to...
Suburban Soles: Guided Nature Hikes
Date:August 23rd
Time:10:00 AM
Enjoy a Sunday morning guided hike to explore and discover the secrets of our natural world. Events are led by professional field guides. Every other...
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:August 23rd - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
NatureNauts
Date:August 23rd - September 20th
Time:1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
At NatureNauts, you and your 4- to 6-year-old discover a nature topic, such as animal antics and adaptations. A Wehr naturalist guides the group in...
Yarn Bomb
Date:August 24th - September 7th
Time:6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb...
Free General Admission at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Date:August 24th
Time:9:00 AM
Bring the whole family to explore and enjoy all the beautiful spaces Boerner Botanical Gardens has to offer! Thanks to the generosity of the Friends...
Summer Floral Show: Glass Under Glass
Date:August 24th - September 7th
Time:9:00 AM
Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass...
NatureNauts
Date:August 24th - September 21st
Time:9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
At NatureNauts, you and your 4- to 6-year-old will discover a nature topic, such as animal antics and adaptations. A Wehr naturalist will guide the...
Musical Mondays
Date:August 24th
Time:6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Variety takes center stage! The free weekly concert series features eight evenings of different musical genres, from bluegrass to zydeco! Bring your own chairs, blankets,...