Coming Up in Milwaukee County Parks

Veterans from all branches of service – and including Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired personnel – are invited to join in an experiential hike along Wehr’s trails, observing seasonal nature happenings and escaping the daily grind. The program is free, but registration is required.

After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb with the theme, Nature in the Park. Imagery includes cattails, fish, birds, a dragonfly, and an interactive "trinket" tree, where visitors can place found objects...

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...

Beat the summer heat with free admission to Schulz Aquatic Center! Enjoy games, giveaways, and a full afternoon of wet and wild family fun.

We're hosting a series of dog picture days at select dog parks this Summer!

The 3-day festival features special dinners each day (until sold out), and live music, games, and amusement rides every day. Friday features a fish fry dinner, a car show, and music until 11 p.m.; Saturday, a rib dinner and music until 11 p.m.; and Sunday, a chicken dinner and music...

A free, baseball-themed, double-feature! First up is The Sandlot (PG), followed at 9:15 p.m. by Major League (R: strong language, sexual content, partial nudity. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a parent/adult guardian. Parents are urged to learn more about the film.) Free popcorn, courtesy Knights...

Get ready for the high-energy 5K run/walk open to all levels! Race for a personal record or just come out to have fun. Wear your most creative style for a shot at best-dressed awards. Then enjoy German Fest—food, drinks, live music, and a great crowd. Run. Celebrate. Support a cause.

After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb with the theme, Nature in the Park. Imagery includes cattails, fish, birds, a dragonfly, and an interactive "trinket" tree, where visitors can place found objects...

A family-friendly event welcoming every pace and fitness level! Challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a personal record or just showing up for the fun, you can run your race, your way!

For more than 60 years, the Cudahy Classic has taken you along a mix of road, Oak Leaf Trail, and even some sections of grass to keep your senses alive! Run the 5- or 10-mile route. The 10-mile event is two laps of the flat and fast course. A 1-mile...

Give yourself the gift of self-care. Come with friends and enjoy a 60-minute, all-levels vinyasa flow class inside the serene setting of the Visitors Center. Beginning in July, classes move outdoors to the Amphitheater. Class is led by a Barefoot Haven yoga and wellness studio instructor. Registration is through The...

Come to the Lakefront for the free Milwaukee Air & Water Show, featuring the spectacle of speed, precision, and power! See military and civilian air performances, water shows, and exhibits. While the show is free, the event organizer offers a variety of reserved and VIP seating options.

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...

The 3-day festival features special dinners each day (until sold out), and live music, games, and amusement rides every day. Friday features a fish fry dinner, a car show, and music until 11 p.m.; Saturday, a rib dinner and music until 11 p.m.; and Sunday, a chicken dinner and music...

Come together with like-minded teens (age 13 to 17) for a club focused on conservation, community, and hands-on impact! Each month, explore a new topic related to the natural world. The club meets on the last Saturday of the month. Registration is required.

A full afternoon of free outdoor performances! At 2 p.m., Richard III, a fast-paced thriller in a bold new 50-minute adaptation, is brought to life by puppets, blending medieval and Renaissance spectacle. Puppetry offers the perfect way to get inside one of Shakespeare’s most over-the-top villains and makes the...

Milwaukee's premier celebration of craft culture. The tasting event's lineup includes craft cocktails, hard seltzers, and a selection of THC drinks. Grab a glass and explore the grounds. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and festival activities designed to keep the energy high all afternoon. VIP ticket-holders will be admitted one...

Veterans from all branches of service – and including Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired personnel – are invited to join in an experiential hike along Wehr’s trails, observing seasonal nature happenings and escaping the daily grind. Vets are welcome to come with family. The program is free, but registration is...

After securing a permit for the art display at Humboldt Park, Martha Lund reached out to five other fiber artists to create a yarn bomb with the theme, Nature in the Park. Imagery includes cattails, fish, birds, a dragonfly, and an interactive "trinket" tree, where visitors can place found objects...