Christmas in July at the Racine Zoo
2025-07-26 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Racine Zoo, 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, 53402, United States
Saturday, July 26, 2025 | 10AM – 5PM
Who says it has to be cold to celebrate Christmas?! Bring all your friends and family for a festive and fun-filled day at the Zoo as we celebrate Christmas in July! With Santa on vacation from the North Pole, the Grinch visiting, and so many others making a stop at the Zoo, it is nothing short of a Christmas miracle! We will see you at the Zoo for a jolly good time!
Bring the family for a fun-filled day at the Zoo as we celebrate Christmas in July! Join us for a day full of activities for everyone.

This cheery event will feature:

Entertainment
Crafts and games
Cookie decorating
Ornament decorating
Bounce Houses
Creature Features
Zoo Choo rides

and more!

INCLUDED with Zoo admission and FREE for Zoo members!

Zoo Admission for July 20:
Members: FREE
Children 2 years and younger: FREE
Adult: $11
Senior (62 and older): $10
Child (15 and younger): $9
Military (with ID): $5

Proceeds benefit the animals and programs of the Racine Zoo.

Silhouette Artist Karl Johnson at Black Bear Children's Boutique in Shorewood
2025-07-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Black Bear Boutique, 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United States
Master scissor artist Karl Johnson will create a one-of-a kind silhouette portrait of your child as unique as they are. Considered America’s premier practitioner of this nearly lost art, Karl creates these treasured keepsakes the same way artisans did centuries ago.
Each portrait is cut entirely freehand, using only scissors and skillful eye.
Appointments are limited and are filling up fast. Click here to register for your 5 minute slot!

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.

Bristol Renaissance Faire
2025-07-26 10:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-27 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.

Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
2025-07-26 10:00 - 21:00 | Milwaukee Metro Area, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location!
THE FILM SERIES LINEUP:

Despicable Me 4 – June 8-12: Tickets

Harold and the Purple Crayon – June 15-19: Tickets

A Sloth Story – June 22-26: Tickets

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – June 29 – July 3: Tickets

The Garfield Movie – July 6-10: Tickets

Kung Fu Panda 4 – July 13-17: Tickets

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse – July 20-24: Tickets

The Wild Robot – July 27-31: Tickets

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.

ABC Academy at Central Library
2025-07-26 10:30 - 11:30 | 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.

Book Explorers with First Lady Dominique Johnson at Villard Square Library
2025-07-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Milwaukee Public Library – Villard Square, 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, 53209, United States
Book Explorers with First Lady Dominique Johnson
Saturday, July 26 from 10:30 am-12 pm
Villard Square Library – 5190 N 35th St Milwaukee WI
Set out on a reading adventure! Each week First Lady Johnson will share one of her favorite books and invite children to share theirs in a special book show-and-tell.
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.

South Milwaukee Heritage Days Parade
2025-07-26 11:00 - 13:00 | South Milwaukee, South Milwaukee, WI, 53172, United States
11 am Saturday, July 26th, 2025
FREE FAMILY FUN!
More than 100 units will take to the streets for the parade. Marching bands, local political leaders, clowns, scouts, veterans groups, local businesses – and everyone in between. South Milwaukee is known for hosting great parades, dating back to the early 40’s with the Spectacle of Music – we are proud to keep this local tradition alive!
Parade Route: It all kicks off at 8th & Milwaukee Avenues, heads west on Milwaukee to 16th Avenue, then turns north before ending at 16th & Manitoba Avenues.
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 Playdate at Mequon Nature Preserve
2025-07-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Mequon Nature Preserve, 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI, 53097, United States
Enjoy a warm, sunny day with your family at Summer Playdate! There will be tractor rides, games, food, and more. This FREE event is fun for the whole family! Sign up your family with this link. One ticket per carload of people. We hope to see you there!
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.

Milwaukee Germanfest at Henry Maier Festival Park
2025-07-26 11:00 - 22:00 | Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
German Fest
July 25–27, 2025Henry Maier Festival Park | Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee’s German Fest brings Old World charm to the lakefront, complete with traditional music, food, costumes, and fun for all ages. The smell of brats and schnitzel fills the air, and polka music echoes through the festival grounds—it’s a full-on celebration of German heritage!
Why families love it:

Dachshund Derby & Costume Contest (a must-see!)
Glockenspiel Clock show every few hours
Children’s Activity Area with crafts, games & German language activities
Live German dance performances & parades
Mascots, interactive exhibits, and plenty of room to play

🎟️ Pro Tips: Kids under 12 are FREE all weekend. Friday admission is just $5—a perfect opportunity for families to attend affordably
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.

Kayaking the Menomonee River (Intermediate) at the UEC Menomonee Valley
2025-07-26 12:00 - 14:00 | 3030 E Kenwood Boulevard Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211, 3030 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
(For adults & teens) Paddle eastward with us down the Menomonee River as we build on your existing kayaking skills. We’ll focus on refining technique, navigating moving water, and increasing your confidence on the river.
Kayaks and lifejackets will be provided. Please wear closed-toe shoes suitable for getting in and out of the river, and bring a full bottle of water.
Participants will work together to team-carry kayaks down to the Canal Street Launch. Be prepared for moderate physical activity, including lifting, bending, reaching, and crouching.
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.

KidsFest in Downtown Thiensville
2025-07-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Village Park Thiensville, 240 Elm St, Thiensville, Wisconsin, 53092
KidsFest is presented by Don & Joan Sommer and Family. Let’s celebrate all things KID!

Join us for:• Live entertainment, including Taylor Swift tribute band “Sailor Thrift and the Eras”• Free inflatables courtesy of Elite Sports Club• Free games and activities including a face painter• “Touch a Truck” including fire and safety vehicles and demos• Root beer garden with root beer floats• Food and merchandise vendors

…and more!

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.

Artist Conversation at the Haggerty Museum of Art
2025-07-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Haggerty Museum of Art, 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, United States
Nohl Fellow Nicholas Perry will be joined by painters Leslie Vansen and Shane Walsh, all in various career stages, for a conversation about the evolution of their artistic practices. His work is on view from June 12 to August 2 at the Haggerty in The Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Mary L. Nohl Fund Fellowships for Individual Artists 2024.
Nicholas Perry is a painter based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He graduated from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2018 with a BFA in Painting and Drawing. His work was selected for the Wisconsin Artists Biennial at the Museum of Wisconsin Art in 2018 and he had a solo exhibition at The Alice Wilds in Milwaukee in 2019. Group exhibitions include Usable Space and Real Tinsel (Milwaukee), the Trout Museum of Art’s TMA Contemporary (Appleton, Wisconsin), and Shin Gallery’s SHIN HAUS project (New York). Perry’s work has been published in New American Paintings, Midwest Edition (Nos. 137 and 149).
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**)
2025-07-26 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.

Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
2025-07-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Box Theatre Company, W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, 53066, United States
July 11 – 27, 2025
Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00
The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc 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.

St John the Evangelist Festival (Greendale)
2025-07-26 16:00 - 23:00 | St John the Evangelist Greendale, 8500 W Cold Spring Rd, Greendale, 53228, United States
St John the Evangelist 56th Festival July 25-27
8500 W Cold Spring Road, Greendale WIFood, music, bingo, raffle, rides, games, fireworks and more. Friday from 4:30 to 11 pm; Saturday from 4 to 11 pm; Sunday from 2 pm to 9 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.

St Elizabeth Ann Seton FunFest (New Berlin)
2025-07-26 17:00 - 22:30 | St Elizabeth Ann Seton New Berlin, 12700 W Howard Ave, New Berlin, 53151, United States
St. Elizabeth Ann “Seton Funfest”12700 W Howard Ave New Berlin WIMusic, fish fry, inflatables, bingo and more. Friday from 5 to 10:45 p.m.; Saturday 5 to 10:45 p.m.; Sunday noon to 6:30 p.m.
July 25, 26 & 27
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
2025-07-26 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.

Lakeshore Chinooks Baseball Game
2025-07-26 18:30 | Kapco Park, 12800 N Lake Shore Dr, Mequon, WI 53097, USA
The Lakeshore Chinooks are a baseball team based in Mequon. They play at Kapco Park on the campus of Concordia University Wisconsin. The Chinooks are a summer collegiate baseball team, meaning they feature college players who are not yet professional. Players on this team are from all over the country; they play predominantly Division I college baseball during the school year and then join Collegiate Summer League teams from June through August.
These games are family-friendly, and Kapco Park has a full concession stand with a large variety of food and beverage choices.
Tickets are available to purchase by the public. There are season tickets, group tickets, and individual game tickets sold for all home games. Grab your tickets 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.

Greendale Concert at Gazebo Park
2025-07-26 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.

Forte Theatre Company's Seussical Junior at the Saber Center Franklin
2025-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Saber Center for the Performing Arts, 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI, 53132, United States
JULY 25-27, 2025
FORTE YOUTH PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS* SEUSSICAL JR
AT THE SABER CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS 8222 S 51ST ST FRANKLIN WI
Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!

Friday, July 25 at 7 pm
Saturday, July 26 at 7 pm
Sunday, July 27 at 2 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.

Chamber Music Festival at The Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
2025-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, 53202, United States
Chamber Music Fest
Join for a wonderful summer musical performance at the Milwaukee Chamber Music Festival hosted at Villa Terrace.
July 26, 2025 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
July 27, 2025 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 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.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
2025-07-27 06:00 - 17:00 | EAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Rd, Oshkosh, 54902, United States
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025
EAA Aviation CenterEAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902
July 21-27, 2025
Immerse yourself in a week of awe-inspiring displays, featuring daily air shows with breathtaking aerobatics, and two spectacular night shows. Dive into engaging forums, interactive workshops, and unforgettable evening events, all with the unique flair that only Oshkosh can offer. Thanks to the generous support of The Boeing Company, ages 18 and under enjoy free admission.
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
2025-07-27 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
2025-07-27 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
2025-07-27 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
2025-07-27 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.

Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo
2025-07-27 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
2025-07-27 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.
