Coming Up in Milwaukee County Parks

Join the walk and become part of a global effort to support children’s education, healthcare, and housing. Casa de Corazon supports children through partnerships with NPH Peru and NPH USA. (Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos, or “Our Little Brothers and Sisters.”)

Evento gratis para la comunidad. Disfruta de artesanía local hecha a mano, vendedores y pequeñas empresas, consultas médicas y recursos comunitarios, música y diversión para toda la familia, gastronomía y cultura.

Gather with family and friends for this fun and healthy community event. Everyone, from serious runners to couch potatoes, is welcome! Help raise public awareness of Project Concern's local food pantry, clothing bank, and resource center that serve low-income individuals and families in Cudahy and St. Francis.

Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass and hand-painted artworks set within a vibrant horticultural display of coleus, petunias, vinca, lantana and more. This immersive garden installation transforms the dome into a...

Gather the whole family for a fun and free community wellness event! The event encourages physical activity and healthy eating, provides bike tune-ups, and gives away bikes, helmets, and locks to children on Milwaukee’s southside.

Gather the family for the largest inflatable-fun experience around! Beer garden on site, family fun, face-painting, and more! Donate a "baby essentials" item and receive a discount on the all-day VIP pass!

Celebrate the Annual BioBlitz, a 24-hour celebration of biodiversity where scientists work together to see how many species of plants and animals they can find in one area. While the scientists are in the field, you can take part in various free hands-on activities and programs. Some programs require advance...

It's time to get out and get active with PARKticipation! Get a head start on the competition by downloading the new app. Scheduled events include a Milwaukee Recreation-led bike ride and a walk in the park. A raffle of donated items concludes the kickoff, but the PARKticipation activities continue through...

Bringing awareness to reckless driving. This free, uplifting community event features a car show competition and motorcycle showcase. Also included are community resources, family-friendly activities, and free food and refreshments (while supplies last).

Kick off your day with a beach workout, then stick around to relax, hang out, and enjoy the lakefront with members of East Bank Athletic & Social.

Take the family to experience good vibes, wellness resources, music and entertainment, games and activities, free food, and more! Come together with neighbors, because safe summers are built together!

Experience the awe-inspiring sight and warm glow of floating lanterns reflecting off the water. Enjoy food trucks, music, and family fun. Create your own magical memory by writing a special message or making a design on your lantern. Then, everyone will release their lanterns to the water, creating an amazing...

Gather the family for a free outdoor movie on Milwaukee's Lakefront at Veterans Park. Tonight: Captain America (PG-13) The movie starts at dusk. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs -- and a movie popcorn is still only $1. Plan to see all four movies in this summer series!

Enjoy a Sunday morning (or one evening) guided hike to explore and discover the secrets of our natural world. Events are led by professional field guides. Every other Sunday, explore a new topic. Each program lasts about 2 hours. Events are held rain or shine -- dress accordingly and wear...

Come to Wehr Nature Center for a Sunday morning birding hike led by volunteers and fellow birders. Observe birds during the spring and fall migrations, and all year long! Birders at all levels of experience are welcome. No program fee or registration. Parking fee applies. (Beginning in November, the start...

Unplug, slow down and de-stress. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, this session, led by a certified forest-bathing guide, takes you through sensory-based explorations designed to relax, restore, and deepen your relationship with the natural world. Registration required at least two days prior to the program.

Discover Summer's brightest showcase as the Show Domes becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass and hand-painted artworks set within a vibrant horticultural display of coleus, petunias, vinca, lantana and more. This immersive garden installation transforms the dome into a...

Gather the family for the largest inflatable-fun experience around! Beer garden on site, family fun, face-painting, and more! Donate a "baby essentials" item and receive a discount on the all-day VIP pass!

A full daytime experience inspired by the energy of Mi Gente Latin Beach Festival. Enjoy beach-party atmosphere in the heart of the city -- music, culture, food, drinks, local vendors, and nonstop summer vibes all day long.

Gather with friends and family for all your favorite vegan foods, bakery, and beverages, and learn from market exhibitors, farm sanctuaries, and animal nonprofits! Free admission and everyone is welcome!