Brookfield Farmers Market
2025-09-27 07:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Brookfield Central High School, 16900 W Gebhardt Rd, Brookfield, 53005, United States
The City of Brookfield Farmer’s market is an organization that fosters the sale of Wisconsin grown farm products and locally produced items.
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.

Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
2025-09-27 07:30 - 22:00 | Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
FALL STORY HIKE
Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy the season!

DATES & TIME: Daily, from September 20 – October 31, 2025 • Sunrise – 10 p.m.

LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)

COST: Free (all ages)*
*September 20 only – $10 admission per car during Apple Harvest Festival.

REGISTRATION: No registration; walk-ins welcome.

NOTE: The Orange Trail is an approximately 0.75 mile trail. Expect woodchipped and mowed grass trails with some sloped terrain. The trail is not paved and is not lit after dark.

South Shore Farmer's Market
2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00 | South Shore Park, 2900 S Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53207, United States
South Shore Farmers’ Market
South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Dr Milwaukee WI
Welcome to the 2025 South Shore Farmers’ Market season! On behalf of the South Shore Farmers’ Market Committee, we are delighted to share with the community a 27th summer and fall of local, fresh food from over 50 regional vendors, musical performances from homegrown talent, and opportunities to connect with fellow Milwaukeeans and visitors in beautiful South Shore Park. Join us Saturdays from 8 am to Noon, June 7– October 25, 2025.
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.

Tosa Farmers Market
2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Wauwatosa, 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, 53213, United States
Every Saturday 8:00am – Noon through October 11th

AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA

For over 10 years, we’ve been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community

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 Farmers Market
2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Historic Greendale, 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
June 21st through October 4thSaturdays–8am until 12pm
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.

New Berlin Farmers Market
2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00 | New Berlin City Center, 15055 W National Ave, New Berlin, 53151, United States
8am – Noon
Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October
15055 W National Avenue in the City Center
On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Dr
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.

Waukesha Farmers Market
2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Waukesha Farmers Market, 125 W St Paul Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
For 25+ years, the Waukesha Farmers’ Market has brought fresh, local goods and community vibes to downtown Waukesha. Join us May–October, Saturdays 8am–noon, in the Waukesha State Bank employee lot. Thanks to our amazing vendors, visitors, and Waukesha State Bank for keeping this tradition thriving!
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.

Oak Creek Farmers Market
2025-09-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Drexel Town Square, Oak Creek WI, 500 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI, 53154, 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.

Piala's Fall Festival (Waukesha)
2025-09-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Piala’s Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc., S39W27833 Genesee Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189, Waukesha, WI, United States
Piala’s 15th ANNUAL Fall Festival
Saturday, September 27th, 9am – 4pm &
Sunday, September 28th, 10am – 3pm
Join us for a fun-filled family friendly weekend here at the nursery! Free Admission, enjoy a vendor craft fair, live music, fresh food, exclusive festival only sales and plant specials, our peacock palace, and MORE.
FESTIVAL LONG HIGHLIGHTS!:
– Bouncy house, giant slide and games, free for young & old!
– Local Vendor Craft Fair
– Live Music
– Hot Food, Beverages, Bake Sale
– Visit Our Resident Animals & Peacock Palace
– Exclusive, festival-only specials and door prizes
– Donate a non-perishable or household item to the Food Pantry & enter to win an amazing door prize!
SATURDAY LINEUP:
– Sea Scout Ship 1 grilling fundraiser
– Live Music: Soulfoot Mombits 10am-3:30pm
– Waukesha Fire Department 10am-3pm
– Waukesha Sheriff’s Department 10am-1pm
SUNDAY LINEUP:
– Boy Scout Troop 159 grilling fundraiser
– Live Music: Scott Wilcox 11am-2pm
– Waukesha Fire Department 10am-3pm
– Waukesha Sheriff’s Department 10am-1pm
More Information & Directions on our website: www.pialasnursery.com
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.

Doors Open MKE
2025-09-27 09:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Milwaukee, WI
September 27-28
An annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods, Doors Open Milwaukee opens 150+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free. Building listing coming Sept 1, 2025.
Doors Open

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
2025-09-27 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.

Tiny Hooves Sanctuary Guided Tour in Union Grove (*Please Register In Advance / Link Included*)
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Tiny Hooves Sanctuary, 1117 N. Britton Rd, Union Grove, WI, 53182, United States
Tiny Hooves Sanctuary 1117 N Britton Rd Union Grove, WI

Join us for a special experience at Tiny Hooves Sanctuary during our limited-date guided tour season! These educational and interactive visits offer a meaningful look into sanctuary life and the rescued residents who call this place home.

🕒 Tour Schedule

Check-in: 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Self-Guided Stationed Tour: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Gift Shop & Relaxation Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

Walk at your own pace through clearly marked educational stations around the sanctuary, where you’ll meet some of our most beloved residents, learn their stories, and discover what compassionate care truly looks like. Tiny Hooves staff and volunteers will be available at each station to answer questions and guide your experience.
🚗 Parking & Facilities

Parking is available along the side of the driveway or along the road outside the sanctuary gate

Space is limited to 40 guests per date – advance registration is required

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-tours

Farmers Market in Richfield
2025-09-27 10:00 - 14:00
Join us every Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM at the scenic Richfield Nature and Historical Park for the Richfield Farmers Market! We’re dog and kid-friendly, making it a perfect family outing. Each week features a unique theme, adding an extra layer of fun to your visit. Enjoy a rotating selection of new food trucks alongside your favorite farmers market staples from local vendors. Experience fresh produce, artisanal goods, and community spirit in one vibrant location!

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.

Harvest Fest at The East Troy Electric Railroad Museum
2025-09-27 10:00 - 15:00 | East Troy Railroad Museum, 2002 Church St, East Troy, 53120, United States
Harvest Fest Trains
Saturdays and Sundays September 6th through October 26th
Combine the fun of a ride on a historic electric train with fall activities ​such as the Elegant Farmer’s Autumn Harvest Fest.
The first train leaves the East Troy Depot at 10am
The first train leaves The Elegant Farmer about 11am
The last train leaves the East Troy Depot about 3pm
The last train leaves The Elegant Farmer about 4pm (Note the 4pm does not return)

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.

Doors Open MKE at Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park
2025-09-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park, United States
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free!

This beloved space in Washington Park—originally a racetrack, zoo, and county park—has reopened after a remodel. Designed by Quorum Architects Inc., the 29,000-sq-ft center (reopened February 2025) includes a three-level observation deck, bird-glass features, and community-friendly indoor and outdoor spaces.

Visitor Experience

Indoors: Borrow activity backpacks or yard games, relax with coffee in the bird library, check out the ecology room or snap binocular views from the observation deck.

Outdoors: Self-guided tours of historical and ecological features like the Lloyd Street Prairie, orchard explorations, lagoon fishing, and pocket parks. Fishing poles are available at the front desk Historic Milwaukee, Inc

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.

Fall On the Farms at Old World Wisconsin
2025-09-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI, 53119, United States
Fall On the Farms @ Old World Wisconsin
📅 August 30-September 28 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday)
A nip in the air, forests full of golden trees and hops harvesting can only mean one thing: fall has arrived at Old World Wisconsin! Crunch your way through leafy woodland trails, sip Oktoberfest brews at Wittnebel’s Tavern, pick corn straight from the fields, prepare gardens for winter, and more.
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.

Doors Open at MKE PBS
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Milwaukee PBS, 1036 N 8th St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free!
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.

Doors Open at Model Railroad Club of Milwaukee
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Milwaukee Lionel Railroad Club, 2715 S Calhoun Rd, New Berlin, WI, 53151, United States
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free!

Step back in time and explore one of the oldest model railroad layouts in the country at the Model Railroad Club of Milwaukee. Housed in a former Milwaukee Road Station that’s over 100 years old, this club has been running trains in the same spot since 1936.

Visitors can marvel at intricate model trains built to a ¼-inch scale, some dating back to before World War II. The current layout, completed in 1950, is a true piece of history, showcasing a size of model trains that has since become rare.

Why Kids Will Love It: Watching the model trains zoom along the tracks and exploring the detailed landscape is sure to captivate train enthusiasts of all ages.

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.

Doors Open MKE at Davidson Park
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ, 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, 53208, United States
Address: 3725 W Juneau Ave | Fully wheelchair accessible

Explore the newly opened Davidson Park, located on Harley-Davidson’s historic campus! This 4.8-acre urban oasis was created with community input, making it a wonderful place for families to relax, play, and enjoy nature. Kids can burn off some energy at the on-site playground, while parents appreciate the park’s thoughtful design and sustainability features.

The self-guided tour allows you to discover the park’s unique elements at your own pace. Live music and food trucks round out the experience, making it a fun family outing.

Why Kids Will Love It: A brand-new playground, live music, and tasty food trucks guarantee smiles all around!

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.

Doors Open MKE at Carma Laboratories (Carmex) in Franklin
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Carma Laboratories, Inc., 9750 S Franklin Dr, Franklin, 53132, United States
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free!

Ever wondered how Carmex, the beloved lip balm, is made? Now’s your chance to get a behind-the-scenes look! While the building itself may seem like a standard warehouse, the real treat is inside—the world’s largest theater pipe organ, featuring 6,500 pipes, a grand piano, percussion instruments, and more.

Families can stop by to listen to live music on the incredible organ, with a mix of popular and classical tunes played throughout the day. It’s a one-of-a-kind auditory experience that both kids and adults will enjoy.

Why Kids Will Love It: Listening to the booming sound of the massive organ is sure to amaze music-loving kids (and maybe inspire future musicians!).

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.

Doors Open MKE at Wisconsin Public Radio
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Wisconsin Public Radio, WPR, 1243 N 10 St, Suite 100, Milwaukee, 53205, United States
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free!

Step inside the beautifully redeveloped Pabst Boiler House (originally built in 1890!) where Milwaukee’s newest classical music station, Wisconsin Public Radio’s 90.7FM, calls home. The building itself is a mix of preserved cream city brick, timber joists, and sustainable design features—including a 4,500-square-foot green roof.

From here, afternoon drive host Jason Heilman broadcasts live classical music across Wisconsin, while the local news team delivers statewide coverage.

Visitor Experience
Families will love this peek behind the microphone! Guests can step inside the broadcast studios, talk with engineers and news staff, and see firsthand how live radio is made. With access to the studios and chances to meet the people behind the voices, it’s an interactive experience for kids and adults alike.

Why Kids Will Love It: They’ll get to explore a real radio studio, chat with radio hosts, and see how sound travels from the mic to the airwaves.

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.

Doors Open MKE at Alice’s Garden Urban Farm
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Alice’s Garden Urban Farm, 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI, 53205
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free!

Step into the beautiful world of Alice’s Garden, an urban farm with a rich history that dates back to the 1800s. This unique green space celebrates 52 years of providing a peaceful escape and teaching the community about gardening, sustainability, and the land’s storied past.

Families can wander through the herbal labyrinth, participate in farm tours with Venice Williams (at 2 PM and 4 PM each day), and enjoy an artisan market offering food and handcrafted goods. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxing day outdoors while learning about Milwaukee’s connection to the Underground Railroad and more.

Why Kids Will Love It: Walking through the scent-filled labyrinth and exploring the market makes this tour interactive and fun.

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.

Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Elegant Farmer, 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI, 53149, United States
Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer

Now through Oct. 27, 2025 (Saturdays and Sundays only) 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI 53149 Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and pumpkins) elegantfarmer.com

Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or starting a new one this fall, The Elegant Farmer offers an old-fashioned, on-farm experience.

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.
Saturdays & Sundays only, Sept. 7th – Oct. 27th, 10am – 5 pm. Welcomed by the Smilin’ Barn, admission and parking are free.

Harvest Fair at State Fair Park
2025-09-27 10:00 - 23:00 | Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Harvest Fair 2025
Celebrate 32 years of Harvest Fair, September 26-28!
The dates and times for Harvest Fair are:
Friday, September 26: 5pm – 11pm
Saturday, September 27: 10am – 11pm
Sunday, September 28: 10am – 6pm
Enjoy free live entertainment on several stages, including local artists, Amphitheater headliners, and lumberjack shows.
Activities the entire family will love include Harvest Fair favorites like Pumpkin Bowling and Make Your Own Scarecrow.
Don’t miss food galore, featuring many State Fair vendors, plus shopping at the Farmers Market and more!
FALL FAMILY ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS (additional cost)
Save time at Harvest Fair – purchase Activity & Ride tickets online.

Make Your Own Scarecrow, presented by St. Vincent de Paul of Waukesha County
Pumpkin Bowling, presented by Renewal by Andersen
Kids and Family Amusement Rides
Giant Slide
Kiddie Bumper Boats
Pig Slide
Pony Rides
And so much more

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
2025-09-27 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.

Foxtoberfest at Foxtown Station Mequon
2025-09-27 11:00 - 22:00 | Foxtown Station, 6209 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin, 53092
Get ready to raise your steins—Foxtoberfest is back on Saturday, September 27th from 11am to 10pm!

Join us for a full day of Foxtown-style fun as we celebrate the season with live music, delicious eats, family-friendly activities, and of course—plenty of craft beer to go around. Whether you’re a Foxtoberfest regular or soaking in the experience for the first time, you’re in for a day packed with energy, excitement, and community spirit.

Gather your crew, don your best Oktoberfest attire, and get ready to make some memories—we’ll 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.

Fall Fest at Elite Sports Club Mequon
2025-09-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Elite Sports Club – Mequon, 11616 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin, 53092
Join us for a fabulous Fall Fest that promises to be bursting with fun and excitement! Dive into the spirit of the season with our giant bounce house that will have kids giggling and jumping their hearts out, while carnival games bring friendly competition for all ages. Capture the joy of the day at our photo booth—perfect for snapping those picture-perfect memories!

FREE entry for both members and non-members.

Some activities will require tickets that can be purchased at the event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Non-members, please contact MEmembership@eliteclubs.com to register.

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.

All Ages Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics
2025-09-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Infinite Gymnastics, 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA
Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for All Ages Open Gym on Saturdays from 4-5:30pm.
RULES: ​

Ages 6 & Under – Parents chaperone kids & remain within arm’s reach. Parents are not allowed on the equipment.

Ages 6+ Drop Off – Parents sign kids in and then leave.

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Yellow Trampolines:

Only ONE person is allowed to jump at a time.

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Pits:

Always land FEET FIRST in the pit! (Never on your head or stomach).

Do not bury yourself or others in the pit. No digging holes!!

Keep the blocks in the pit.

Miscellaneous Rules:

No Eating is Allowed in the gym.

Water bottles with WATER ONLY are allowed.

Look both ways when walking around the gym – Watch out for tumblers!

No Wrestling! Ask staff to use equipment. Do not touch equipment or props without permission!

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.

China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens
2025-09-27 17:00 - 20:30 | Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, 53130, United States
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite!
Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall!

Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. The crowds were large, but it was worth it.

The festival kicks off Friday, September 12th, and runs through November 2nd, 2025. The festival opens at 5:00 pm each night, and tickets are available online in three time slots (5:00, 6:30, or 8:00 pm).

We highly recommend buying tickets in advance, as walk-up tickets are limited and more expensive. Weekday tickets are $23 for adults and $16 for children, while weekend prices are $28 for adults and $18 for kids. Infants and toddlers under three get in for free.

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
2025-09-27 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.
