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Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day July 6 - Sept 2, 2024 12550 120th Ave Kenosha WI Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border • 10 am - 7 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: (It's Time […]
Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day July 6 - Sept 2, 2024 12550 120th Ave Kenosha WI Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border • 10 am - 7 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: (It's Time […]
Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 8:30 am - 11:00 am One of Milwaukee’s favorite summer traditions is back in 2024 - the annual fun, family-friendly Hank Aaron State Trail 5K run/walk! The Hank Aaron State Trail 5K attracts more than 1,500 people of all abilities each year. Whether you are trying to PR or want to get […]
Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day July 6 - Sept 2, 2024 12550 120th Ave Kenosha WI Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border • 10 am - 7 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: (It's Time […]
Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 9 am-Noon Fondy Market 2200 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI 2024 Market Season: EARLY SEASON Saturdays May 11th - June 29th from 9:00am to 12:00pm REGULAR SEASON Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays July 6th - October 31st from 7:00am to 2:00pm LATE SEASON Saturdays November 2nd-16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please […]
JUNE 2-30, JULY 21-28, AUGUST 4-25, SEPTEMBER 8-29, 2024 9 am – 1 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: (Shop Local MKE!)
August 4: Bird Hike, 9:30-10:30 AM Join our Naturalist on a leisurely morning hike to learn the basics of birding and see some the 70+ species that live in or migrate through Lakeshore State Park! Every bird hike is unique as migration causes our visitors to change throughout the year. We recommend bringing your binoculars, […]
Wisconsin State Fair August 1-11, 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 S 84th St West Allis WI Wisconsin State Fair is a celebration of agriculture and livestock, local delicacies, and fried food. Every family seems to have small traditions in place around this event. If your family doesn’t, or you’d like some fresh ideas for […]
Riverwest Market Our mission is to make fresh, naturally grown, local food accessible to all. On any given Sunday, you can expect to find a plethora of seasonal fruits and vegetables, local honey and eggs, freshly made bread, sweet bakery items, hand crafted body care items, and heaping bouquets of flowers. Please note: Dates and […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Regular Season will kick off on Saturdays only, starting April 13th. Sunday trains will be added on the first weekend in May, and Friday trains will be added on June 7th. All aboard […]
Bronzeville Week: August 3-10, 2024 Bronzeville Week is the City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment. 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: (It's Bronzeville Week MKE!)
Four Northwestern Mutual FREE Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE with Kids at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park The schedule and theme for each event in the series is as follows: June 9 – Summerfest July 7 – Family Health and Wellness August 4 – STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) September 22 – Performing Arts […]
July 22 - August 17 Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 pm Join MPM for four weeks of dino-themed programming! You’ll have the chance to examine real dinosaur fossils, think like a paleontologist, and learn how these amazing creatures lived through fun activities. Daily, the Daniel M. Soref Dome Theater will show: At noon: […]
Forest Home Cemetery Milwaukee’s first Shakespeare Festival on Aug. 4 at Forest Home Cemetery 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: (It's Shakespeare in the Park Time MKE!)
Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game Theme Night at Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Dr Franklin WI Family-friendly events on deck at Franklin Field include Game Show Night on June 8th, fan-favorite Christmas in July on July 25th, Lecheros de Milwaukee games on June 16th and August 4th, and the Battle of the Badges: Fire vs. Police […]
Get ready for an exhilarating Olympics Weekend as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks! From August 2nd through August 4th, come down to the stadium and experience the thrill of the game as these two teams battle it out on the field. It's the perfect way to combine your love of baseball and […]
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task […]
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]
Arghh….. are you ready to be a pirate? 🏴☠️ Let’s explore the wide open seas together with pirate patches and looking for gold. This week's Little Learners class is based on the book How To Be A Pirate by Isaac Fitzgerald. 📚 Each child will enjoy this 90-minute session inspired by themes throughout the book, […]
MPS Summer Playground Program at Select Parks Dates: Now - August 16th Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Locations: CLARKE SQUARE 2330 W Vieau Place, Milwaukee WI 53204 HARRIET TUBMAN PARK 4750 N 48th St Milwaukee WI 53218 LUCILLE BERRIAN PARK 3629 N 16th St Milwaukee WI 53206 MITCHELL PARK 2200 W Pierce St Milwaukee […]
Bronzeville Week: August 3-10, 2024 Bronzeville Week is the City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment. 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: (It's Bronzeville Week MKE!)
July 22 - August 17 Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 pm Join MPM for four weeks of dino-themed programming! You’ll have the chance to examine real dinosaur fossils, think like a paleontologist, and learn how these amazing creatures lived through fun activities. Daily, the Daniel M. Soref Dome Theater will show: At noon: […]
Wisconsin State Fair August 1-11, 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 S 84th St West Allis WI Wisconsin State Fair is a celebration of agriculture and livestock, local delicacies, and fried food. Every family seems to have small traditions in place around this event. If your family doesn’t, or you’d like some fresh ideas for […]
2024 Roving Activities Playground Schedule This summer, Milwaukee Recreation is bringing fun and interesting activities directly to our playgrounds! Returning this summer will be Milwaukee Recreation's Rec. 'N' Roll Mobile, as well as partnerships with the Wisconsin Bicycle Federation, Milwaukee Public Library, Betty Brinn Children's Museum, and Artists Working in Education (AWE). All playgrounds are […]
BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI Come find out what is in the toolbox! Every week we will put different tools in your hands and learn how and when to use them safely. Any age is welcome! Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Super Reader at the Playground Mondays, 1:30-2:30 pm - Whittier School Playground Tuesdays, 2-3 pm - Green Bay Playfield Wednesdays, 1:45-2:45 pm - Burnham Playfield Read, create, and discover all summer long with Milwaukee Public Library and Milwaukee Recreation staff! Relax and read on a picnic blanket, explore our Tub of Books, or try a fun […]
August 5th from 5:30-7:30pm at Anita's Dance Center S63W13700 W Janesville Rd Muskego WI 53150 Join us for an open house on August 5th from 5:30-7:30pm! -Tour the facility -Meet the staff -Learn about the new dance year -Register for classes -Free sample class for new students -5:30-6:00pm: 3-5yr. ballet/tap -6:00-6:30pm: 6-9yr. ballet/tap -Experience a […]
Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]
Arghh….. are you ready to be a pirate? 🏴☠️ Let’s explore the wide open seas together with pirate patches and looking for gold. This week's Little Learners class is based on the book How To Be A Pirate by Isaac Fitzgerald. 📚 Each child will enjoy this 90-minute session inspired by themes throughout the book, […]
Join us for an unforgettable experience at our Nature Art Camp! Kids will explore creativity through fun, nature-based art projects, enjoy the wonders of our mud kitchen, and engage in exciting outdoor activities. Perfect for young artists and nature lovers alike, our camp fosters imagination, environmental appreciation, and endless fun in a beautiful natural setting. […]
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]
July 30 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 1) & August 01 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 2) Theme: Nature in 3D August 06 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 1) & August 08 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 2) Theme: Creating with Clay August 13 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 1) & August 15 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 2) Theme: The Art […]