Don't miss these events, all completely free, in July. Or just look for the starred events on our Calendar.
1. Fireworks Kite Festival & Milwaukee Lakefront
Sunday, June 3rd
Veterans Park
11:00 a.m.
Fireworks start at 9:00 p.m.
2. Summerfest Children's Fest Day
Tuesday, July 5th All patrons arriving between 12:00 and 3:00 will be admitted free. Enjoy family-friendly activities like the Map of Fun, and some great vendor discounts.
3. 6th Annual Waterford Hot Air Balloonfest
July 15-17
817 W. Main St. in Waterford
July 16-17
Pail's Nursery & Garden Shop in Waukesha
Live music, hot food, snacks, beverages, family activities, community involvement and awareness, door prizes and more. Family activities include a bounce house, giant slide, games and prizes.
Saturday, July 16th
11:00-4:00
Ruckus & Glee in Wauwatosa
Face painting, balloon animals, midways games, pogo jump competition, toy demos, magic show, craft, popcorn & water, water balloon toss.
Saturday, July 30th
8:00-4:30
Veterans Park
Take in a beautiful summer day by the lake front, watch teams race in dragonboats, and enjoy the cultural performances and local Asian Cuisine.
The highlight of the festival will be the Dragon Boat Races - vibrant colored boats filled with men and women, working as one, racing to cross the finish line first.
7. Film on the Hill - Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Saturday, July 30th
Humboldt Park
Film starts at dusk
8. Kids Dream Summer Film Series
All month long
Catch a free kids movie at participating Marcus Theaters when you get your passes from an American Family agent. Visit or call Erik Herbst Insurance Agency on National Ave. in New Berlin for you passes (262-691-3070).
9. Wonderful Wednesdays Kids Concerts
All month long
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Lake Park
10. Free Admission Days at Milwaukee area attractions