ABC Academy at Central Library
2025-08-09 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch – Central, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53233, United States
ABC Academy
Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am
Central Library – 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter!
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Art and Soul at East Library
2025-08-09 12:00 - 16:00 | Milwaukee Public Library – East Branch, North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
Art & Soul
Saturday, August 9 from 12-4 pm
East Library – 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI
Join us for Art & Soul, an inspiring afternoon of creativity and community! From 12 to 4 PM at the East Branch, patrons of all ages are invited to enjoy refreshments, music, and a variety of hands-on artmaking activities throughout the library. Explore your artistic side with interactive stations and contribute to a community art installation for the library, then cap off the day with a dynamic, interactive modern dance performance by Catey Ott Dance Collective. Free and open to the public—come create with us!
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Children's Entrepreneur Market in Menomonee Falls
2025-08-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Village Park Menomonee Falls, N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051, United States
The Children’s Entrepreneur Market is an award-winning program that teaches young people about the power of entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership through experiential learning.
Parents and kids everywhere agree that learning and earning in a competitive environment is a unique and fun experience. Kids rise to the challenge of deciding what to sell, creating a booth, talking to customers, and handling money. A growing number of markets showcase returning youth entrepreneurs who desire additional development of their skills and small business.
This is a farmer’s market run entirely by kids! Come join us for a full day of celebrating kids at the Falls Kids Fest in Menomonee Falls! There will be several free family activities that include games, crafts, bounce houses, and more! There will also be performances that highlight the energy and creativity of our youth! Hope to see you there for an exciting day all about kids! Please note, there is a No food or Beverage restriction on this market so kids are not allowed to sell those items at their booth.
Do you have a young entrepreneur? You can register them here.
Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

Menomonee Falls Kids Festival
2025-08-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Village Park Menomonee Falls, N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051, United States
Falls Kids Festival, presented by Menomonee Falls Ascension Wisconsin Hospital, is a magical day of FREE activities, games, and performances for families of all ages to enjoy together. This day is all about celebrating kids in our community; all their energy, talents, excitement, uninhibited joy and creativity will be on display at Village Park in Menomonee Falls from 12pm-5pm.
There will be bounce houses, fire truck tours, tote bags, live performances by area youth groups, and so much more! National award winning magician, Jonathan Meyer, will be performing strolling magic from 12-4 followed by a main stage performance at 4pm. The Beer Garden will be transformed into a “root beer” garden, and numerous food trucks will be serving kids’ favorites.
This year, the festival will be hosting the Children’s Entrepreneur Market for the first time. The Children’s Entrepreneur Market is an award-winning program that teaches young people about the power of entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership through experiential learning.
This event is run by a group of volunteers that share the same love for community and children, as well as Menomonee Falls Events, Menomonee Falls CE & Rec Department, Mathnasium of Menomonee Falls, Dynamite Dance, and the Tri County YMCA.
Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

Summer Park Jam 2025
2025-08-09 12:00 - 20:00 | Marcus Performing Arts Center, Peck Pavilion, 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Summer Park Jam Weekend 2025
More than an event—it’s a one of kind intergenerational platform for Milwaukee connections, pride, and impact!
TRUE Skool is excited for our Annual Summer Park Jam Weekend August 8th-10th @ Marcus Center Perfroming Arts Peck Pavilion
August 8th, CEO Friday will be from 12PM-4PM Registration link opens June 20th.
Saturday, August 9th is our our Outdoor Hip Hop Festival from 12PM-8PM with free, family friendly fun, all day!
. Breakin Battle. Open DJ Demo Area. Graffiti Battle, Live and Community Interactive Art. Circulate MKE Market. Community Vendors. Food Trucks. Car Show . Health & Wellness Demonstrations . Main Stage performances W/
LEGENDARY HIP-HOP DUO EPMD W/ DJ SCRATCH
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Village Days Greendale
2025-08-09 12:30 - 22:00 | Downtown Historic Greendale, 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
As a vibrant suburb of Milwaukee, the Village of Greendale hosts a wide variety of fun for all ages for all seasons!
August 7th, 8th, 9th 10th 2025

Live bands all weekend long!
Bars featuring Miller and Lakefront Brewery!
BMX bike performances
Car show
Rummage sale
Local food and beverage

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Optimist Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park (**Locations Vary / See Details**)
2025-08-09 13:00 - 18:00 | Various, WI, United States
Welcome! We’re so glad you’re curious about Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) in Milwaukee. Every summer, Optimist Theatre brings free, professional productions of Shakespeare’s plays to Milwaukee’s parks and other public green spaces. It’s our way of making great theatre accessible to everyone – no tickets, no gates, no barriers.
Our 2025 season features 12 afternoons of performances across six weekends with shows on Saturdays and Sundays from July 12 through August 17. You’ll find us in parks and public green spaces throughout the city.
An overview of what you can expect:

💺 Bring a chair (or blanket) – seating isn’t provided, so make yourself comfy!
Pack a picnic or grab snacks – light concessions may be available – bulletins as they happen 🍎
​☀️​ All shows are outdoors and free – come and go as you like
Great for all ages – families, date days, friend hangouts, solo adventures 👫
🎭 Fun, approachable Shakespeare – the stories are clear, the energy high and 100% Shakespeare

Just show up, settle in, and enjoy.
A Day at Shakespeare in the Park
The same basic schedule applies every day and at all show locations. You’re welcome to drop in for anything that strikes your fance at anytime or stay the whole day. Interested in knowing more about the shows and activities? Follow the More links.
1:00 PM

Audience seating area opens — claim your spot with a lawn chair or blanket
Concessions open (subject to availability)
The PLAY’s the Thing tent opens with drop-in games like Shakespeare in the Park’s original “The Bard Game”

2:00 PM

Much Ado About Nothing – Puppet Edition
A 60-minute performance full of wit, puppets, and quick changes – click here for more about the shows

3:15 PM

The PLAY’s the Thing takes the stage with special events, demo’s, workshops and more – click here for more information

4:10 PM

Early Music Now performance
Live Renaissance-era music, 30–35 minutes

5:00 PM

The Taming of the Shrew
A 50-minute Shakespeare comedy featuring a small-but-mighty cast – click here for more about the shows

Click any park name below to visit its detailed info page:

Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum – Sunday, August 3
Grant Park – Sunday, July 27
Humboldt Park – Saturday, July 19
Kern Park – Saturday, August 9 (New Location!)
Lake Park – Saturday, August 2 (New Location Within the Park!)Washington Park
Lincoln Park – Sunday, August 10
Mitchell Park – Saturday, July 26
Sherman Park – Sunday, July 20
Washington Park – Sunday, July 13
Wisconsin Avenue Park – Sunday, August 17 (Closing Day! New Location!)
Wisconsin Lutheran College – Saturday, July 12 (Opening Day!)
Plus – Saturday, August 16 is held open to reschedule any park we had cancel due to inclement weather.​

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Junior at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
2025-08-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Box Theatre Company, W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, 53066, United States
The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown Street Oconomowoc WI
August 7 – 10, 2025
Thur. & Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00
ANNUAL SUMMER CAMP PRODUCTION! Based on the best-selling book series, Stanley folds his way around the world with his flat-tastic hijinks.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

The Wizard of Oz (1939) at The Oriental Theatre MKE
2025-08-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Oriental Theatre, 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz and embark on a quest with three new friends to see the Wizard, who can return her to her home and fulfill the others’ wishes.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Lake Country Dockhounds Home Game Oconomowoc
2025-08-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Lake County Dock Hounds, 1011 Blue Ribbon Cir N, Oconomowoc, WI, 53006, United States
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

The Goonies (1985) at The Oriental Theatre MKE
2025-08-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Oriental Theatre, 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Celebrate the iconic movies of 1985 with this series courtesy of Awkward Nerd Events! Arrive early for themed fun in the lobby before the screening and then settle in with your popcorn for the unforgettable adventure that is THE GOONIES.
A group of young misfits called The Goonies discover an ancient map and set out on an adventure to find a legendary pirate’s long-lost treasure.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Milwaukee Milkmen Home Games at Franklin Field
2025-08-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Franklin Field, 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, 53132, United States
Milwaukee Milkmen Games7035 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132May 23-26, 2025Admission: $11-$51The Milwaukee Milkmen are a pro baseball team in Franklin, and they’re playing the Sioux Falls Canaries in a 4-game series this weekend. You can park for free at Franklin Field and get affordable tickets online or in person. Hang out with their mascot, Bo Vine, and enjoy family entertainment including stunts, games, and promotions.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Disney's Newsies at Greendale Community Theatre
2025-08-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Greendale High School, 6801 Southway, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
July 24 – August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here.
Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Full Moon Canoe at the UEC Riverside Park
2025-08-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park, 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, United States
(For adults and teens) Celebrate the Full Moon with your friends at the UEC! This beginner level paddle will be hosted as the full moon rises in Milwaukee. Those with previous paddling experience are encouraged to join us as we canoe through downtown and try to spot the full moon rising.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Greendale Concert at Gazebo Park
2025-08-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Greendale Gazebo Park, 5798 Broad Street, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
Gazebo Series
Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI
The Gazebo Performance Series is hosted weekly during the Summer months in downtown Greendale. Each Saturday at 7:00 pm, the GEA brings local musical talent to the park at the Gazebo. Pack a cooler, bring your blankets & chairs to the park, and settle in for the fun!
In the event of rain, the concert will be held at the Middle School.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

SpongeBob The Musical, Youth Edition at the Sunset Playhouse
2025-08-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Sunset Playhouse, 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, 53122, United States
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts students are proud to present Spongebob the Musical Youth Edition. Students in 7-12th grade will bring this classic cartoon to life in the Furlan Auditorium.

August 8 – 10, 2025
Fri @ 7:30pm
Sat @ 7:30pm
Sun @ 2:00pm

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Greenfield Movies at Konkel Park
2025-08-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Konkel Park – Greenfield, 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, 53220
Greenfield Movies at Konkel Park
Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Milwaukee WI

May 25: Trolls Band Together
June 14: Migration
July 12: Despicable Me 4
Aug. 9: Inside Out 2
Sept. 6: Elemental

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Gather and Grow: An End of Summer Inspired Market on the Patio at The Little Village Play Cafe
2025-08-10 08:00 - 13:00 | The Little Village Play Cafe, 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, 53213, United States
Our end of summer/back to school Gather & Grow Market is a joyful celebration of community and the jam-packed, end of summer. we’re bringing together some of our favorite local businesses and playful activities to create an event that feels like sunshine, connection, and a whole lot of magic.
Join us on Sunday, August 10 from 8 am–1 pm for a morning filled with:
🛍️ A curated market featuring apparel, jewelry, handmade gifts, baked goods, books for bigs and littles, and so much more
🥂 Sips & snacks from our patio bar
🎨 Crafts and fun for kids
and the best part? the first 75 guests to RSVP and attend will receive a free tote bag stuffed with exclusive goodies from our amazing vendors and partners. these bags are seriously so good — come early, rsvp now, and don’t miss out!
whether you’re shopping, snacking, playing, or just soaking up the vibes — this event is the perfect way to gather with your village and welcome the season together.
p.s. are you a local vendor with something special to share? we still have a few spots available! apply now to be part of this joyful market: https://forms.gle/5san7SuPQDcskE5U9

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Cathedral Square Market Downtown MKE
2025-08-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Cathedral Square Park, 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Milwaukee’s only weekly downtown farmers market, Cathedral Square Market, returns to Cathedral Square Park Sundays from 9 am – 2 pm, June-October (excluding July 20).
Here’s what to expect each week: Fresh produce, flowers, handmade goods/gifts and specialty foods Fresh coffee and food trucks/stands FREE yoga (9-10 AM) and rotating fitness classes (10:15-11 AM) Live music by local talent (11:30 AM-1:45 PM)
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Fondy Farmers Market
2025-08-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Fondy Farmers Market, 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53206, United States
2025 Market Season
REGULAR SEASON
July 5th – October 30th
Thursdays: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Saturdays: 7:00am to 2:00pm

Sundays: 9:00am to 2:00pm
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Summer Fun at the Family Fun Park at Apple Holler
2025-08-10 09:00 - 15:00 | Apple Holler, 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, 53177, United States
Join us for some fun in the sun all summer and fall long at Apple Holler’s Family Fun Park! Apple Holler is the perfect place for children to enjoy the great outdoors, offering a blend of fun and educational experiences that engage all the senses. Our Family Fun Park is a treasure trove of rural adventures, where curiosity is encouraged and exploration rewarded.
Only $7 per person (children and adults)Available Daily | Weather Permitting
Included with your pass:

Unlimited play in the Kids Korral Play Area, featuring:

Skee Ball

Holler Hoops

Spider Web Rope Structure

Cool Cow Maze

Little Red Straw Barn

Tinyville Play Houses

Corn Palace Corn Box

Corn Maze

Straw Mountain

Amish Built Train

Rainbow Play Structure

Zip down the Giant Slide after a walk through the Jack and the Beanstalk Story Trail

Explore the Johnny Appleseed History Walk

Race around the Pedal Kart Raceway

Snap a photo at the Giant Butterfly Wing Photo Op

Visit and feed friendly goats at the Golden Goat Bridge

Discover nature at the Bees & Trees Learning Center

Don’t forget your camera! There are photo opportunities around every corner and memories waiting to be made.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes
2025-08-10 09:00 - 16:00 | The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, 53215, United States
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden!

The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas.
The patterns and shapes found in these Summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and, like an artist’s color wheel, reveal the nearly limitless palette of the natural world.
Dynamic sculptures meld with the variegated flower bed to create a striking whole; this joyous display will move you in unexpected ways!

Monday – Friday:
9 AM – 5 PM
Last admission is at 4 PM
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‍‍Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
9 AM – 4 PM
Last admission is at 3 PM
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Sunday Story Time at Betty Brinn Children's Museum
2025-08-10 09:30 - 10:30 | Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Introducing children to literature and storytelling at an early age enhances vital skills in language acquisition, comprehension and critical thinking. That’s why we are excited to partner with the Milwaukee Public Library to bring even more literacy programs to the Museum throughout the run of Storyland!
SUNDAY STORY TIMES
Join the Milwaukee Public Library’s Children’s Librarians for a fun and engaging Story Time featuring books from Storyland!
DATES:

June 22 at 9:30 am
July 20 at 9:30 am
August 10 at 9:30 am

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo
2025-08-10 09:30 - 16:30 | Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, 53226, United States
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with life-sized dinos and hands-on discoveries! Exploration Dinosaur is open daily through Oct. 5 and located outside, behind the Small Mammals Building. Cost is $4 per person. Now through October 5th.

Exploration Dinosaur is open during Zoo hours:

9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, May 21 through May 23
9:30 am to 5 pm daily, May 24 through Sept. 1
9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, Sept. 2 through Oct. 5

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Greenfield Farmers Market
2025-08-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Konkel Park – Greenfield, 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, 53220
Every Sunday from May-October
10AM-2PM
Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue • Greenfield, WI 53220)
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Bristol Renaissance Faire
2025-08-10 10:00 - 19:00 | Bristol Renaissance Faire, 12550 120th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Bristol Renaissance Faire
Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free
Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love:

Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day!
Fully armored jousting matches and interactive parades
16 stages of non-stop entertainment: comedy, puppetry, music, dance & more
Whimsical characters (including fairies!) roaming the streets
Special KidQuests and hands-on activities for young adventurers
Rides and games throughout the grounds
Giant turkey legs and other medieval-inspired food & treats

The entire faire is stroller- and wagon-friendly, and you’ll find plenty of shady spots and family conveniences to make a full day comfortable.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Wisconsin State Fair
2025-08-10 10:00 - 22:00 | Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Wisconsin State Fair
Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI

Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm

Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight

A huge celebration of all things Wisconsin, the State Fair is packed with agriculture exhibits, fair food, and entertainment. Families love the Discovery Barnyard, Kohl’s Activity Zone, and the iconic 200-foot yellow slide ($3 per ride). Don’t miss the Wisconsin Products Pavilion and the K-9 Sports Arena for bonus fun.
🎟️ Kids 5 and under are free. Get a child ID wristband at any entrance.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Sopra Mare (School of Rock) at the Villa Terrace MKE
2025-08-10 10:30 - 12:30 | Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, 53202, United States
Sopra Mare (School of Rock)
Sundays in August from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

August 3 – School of Rock Youth Band (Rock)
August 10 – VLNTYN (Indie Rock)
August 17 – Neal Bardele (Jazz)
August 24 – Toco Rio (Traditional Brazilian Choro)
August 31 – Drew Gill (Folk)

Summer Public Ride Day at Milwaukee Light Engineering Society in Cedarburg
2025-08-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Milwaukee Light Engineering Society, 2620 Country Aire Dr, Cedarburg, WI, 53012, United States
Come and join us for a ride or two (or as many as you would like!) around our railroad park. Bring along the whole family!

Note: Tickets (wristbands) are $5 per person. You can ride as many times as you’d like. Limited concessions and restrooms are available.

Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.
