Milwaukee County Events
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Sunday, September 13, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Birders
Date:March 1st - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 531
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...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
- Workshop/Presentation
Fall in Love with Orchids - Orchid Show & Sale
Date:September 12th - 13th
Time:9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
For two days only! See thousands of orchids at Fall in Love with Orchids, the Wisconsin Orchid Society's annual show and sale of orchids and potting supplies. The event also includes talks by orchid experts and a judged competition. The event is included in Domes admission. Last admission at 3...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Greene Acres Cyclocross Race
Date:September 13th
Time:9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Greene Park, 4235 S. Lipton Ave., St. Francis, WI 53235
Compete in the cyclocross event! The course takes advantage of the scenic park, trees, and hills, including a short section of singletrack. Plentiful parking. Music and play areas for families add to the atmosphere. Food and beverages available for a nominal contribution to the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
Shorewood Farmers Market
Date:June 14th - October 25th
Time:9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:Estabrook Park, 4100 Estabrook Parkway
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
Purchase fresh, unique foods directly from the people who are the growers and makers! Strengthen the local economy with every purchase you make. SNAP and Quest accepted.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
Frank Mots International Kite Festival
Date:September 12th - 13th
Time:10:00 AM
Location:Veterans Park, 1300 N Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Gift of Wings hosts the Annual Frank Mots International Kite Festival at Milwaukee's Lakefront in Veterans Park. The event features professionally flown giant-sized kites and a grand launch of 600 kites each day at noon. The annual event is the weekend after Labor Day. Free fun for the family! Saturday...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
Free Yoga in the Park
Date:June 7th - September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Morgan Triangle, 3404 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207
Enjoy free Sunday morning yoga, outdoors and in the park! All summer long, participate in restorative yoga practice led by Healium Hot Yoga. Open to everyone, whether beginner or advanced. Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. Register to be informed of any cancellations due to inclement weather.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
Trimborn Harvest of Arts & Crafts
Date:September 12th - 13th
Time:10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Trimborn Farm, 8881 W. Grange Ave., Greendale, WI 53129
Find great gifts for family and friends--or yourself-- and support Trimborn Farm! Browse outstanding works by local artisans and enjoy the unique backdrop of the historic site.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Greenfield Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
Walk with Mayor Dan
Date:September 13th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:Greenfield Park, Area #3A, enter the park to the north on Lincoln Avenue & Root River Parkway (about 12300), 2028 S. 124 St., West Allis, WI 53227
Join Mayor Dan Devine for the kickoff to the Mayor's Wellness Challenge. Today you'll walk a 2-mile route, starting at Area #3A and looping around the lagoon. All participants will receive City of West Allis swag and can check off their first event on the Wellness Passport. (Be sure to...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:July 12th - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Walker Square, 1031 S. 9th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
Mexican Independence Parade
Date:September 13th
Time:11:00 AM
Location:Kinnickinnic River Parkway East at 20th (near the KK Sports Center)
Celebrate Mexican Independence at the annual parade. The parade begins at East Oklahoma Avenue and travels east to South 6th Street, then continues to West Rosedale Avenue, ending at UMOS (at 2701 S. Chase Ave.) A festival follows the parade at 12:30 p.m. at UMOS
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Bug Day
Date:September 13th
Time:12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Celebrate the little creatures that run our world! Experience a live insect zoo featuring beetles, roaches, and critters from around the world (petting permitted). Taste edible insects, meet real entomologists, go on a bug discovery hunt, and learn how to turn your backyard into a pollinator oasis.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Monday, September 14, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Little Wonders for Two-year-olds
Date:September 14th - December 7th
Time:9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
A program for two-year-olds and their favorite adults. During the one-hour program, tots and their caregivers delve into a fun nature topic, listen to a related story, take part in a themed activity, and spend some time outdoors, if Mother Nature cooperates.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Little Wonders for Three-year-olds
Date:September 14th - December 7th
Time:11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
A program for three-year-olds and their favorite adults. During the one-hour program, tots and their caregivers delve into a fun nature topic, listen to a related story, take part in a themed activity, and spend some time outdoors, if Mother Nature cooperates.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Board Meetings
Calendar
- Personnel Review Board
Personnel Review Board Meeting September 15, 2026
Date:September 15th
Time:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location:Held Virtually Via Microsoft Teams
Personnel Review Board meets on a bi-weekly basis to hear and make determinations on County employee disciplinary matters.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
SPARK! Program for Older Adults with Memory Loss & their Caregivers
Date:June 16th - September 15th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Programs offer nature-based activities and experiences at Milwaukee’s most beautiful indoor setting, the Mitchell Park Domes. SPARK! at The Domes is available at no cost to those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers. Each session is 1.5 hours. Programs are offered monthly on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Registration is required.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- South Shore Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
Healthy County Challenge: Go Green for Parks
Date:September 15th
Time:5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location:South Shore Terrace, 2900 S. Shore Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53207
The Healthy County Challenge wraps up with the Milwaukee Parks Foundation annual fundraising event. Join MPF co-chairs and County Executive David Crowley for an evening of celebration, camaraderie, and generosity in support of the park system. Meet fellow nature lovers; enjoy activities, drinks, and appetizers; and take the opportunity to...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
Storytime at The Domes
Date:January 14th - December 23rd
Time:10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:The Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53215
in the Education Center
in the Education Center
Take your little ones (age 3 to 7) to the Domes and enjoy a story that comes to life! Each week the volunteer storyteller will present a topic that is nature-centered, related to the current show, or related to a special holiday. Storytime is included with regular admission.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wednesday Walkers
Date:May 13th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Lake Park, meet at Marcia Coles Community Room, 3133 E. Newberry Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with a friend or neighbor, or make new friends as you explore the park together. Walk for about 30-45 minutes -- you walk at your own...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Hike for Health
Date:April 15th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers. Meet in the Visitor Center. The program is free and no registration is required. Parking is $5 per carload.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
SPARK! Program for Older Adults with Memory Loss & their Caregivers
Date:June 17th - October 21st
Time:1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location:Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Programs offer nature-based activities and experiences at Milwaukee’s most beautiful indoor setting, the Mitchell Park Domes. SPARK! at The Domes is available at no cost to those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers. Each session is 1.5 hours. Programs are offered monthly on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Registration is required.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Brown Deer Park
- Grant Park
- Greenfield Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:September 9th - 30th
Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:Sept. 9: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Sept. 16: Brown Deer Park, Picnic Area #3, 7835 N. Green Bay Road, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Sept. 23: Grant Park, Picnic Area #5A, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Sept. 30: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Sept. 16: Brown Deer Park, Picnic Area #3, 7835 N. Green Bay Road, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Sept. 23: Grant Park, Picnic Area #5A, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Sept. 30: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free fun runs -- 17 in Milwaukee County Parks! Annual membership for up to six immediate family members living at the same residence is $25 for...
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Cathedral Square Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
Cathedral Square Market
Date:June 4th - September 24th
Time:3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location:Cathedral Square, 520 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Now on Thursdays! Find fresh produce, prepared foods, farm-to-table goods and handmade art. Come for the afternoon market (3 to 6 p.m.) or enjoy the evening market during Jazz in the Park. (Concerts go through Sept. 10.) No market July 2, 9 or 16.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Jackson Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Food & Drink/Beer
Jackson Park Farmers Market
Date:June 18th - October 1st
Time:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location:Jackson Park, 3500 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53215
Get fresh-from-the-farm produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products from local vendors. Get free samples at the Taste It Tent and learn how to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your daily meals. Many of the vendors participate in nutritional programs. As you stroll through the market, enjoy live musical...
Event Type
- Board Meetings
Calendar
- Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission Meeting September 17, 2026
Date:September 17th
Time:3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
Location:Held Virtually Via Microsoft Teams
The Civil Service Commission meets on a monthly basis (or as needed) to discuss business that includes, but is not limited to, Behavioral Health Services employee disciplinary matters, classified service position transfers, and exercising administrative control over the merit system, including promulgation of rules.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Friday, September 18, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
- Wehr Nature Center
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Friday Afield
Date:June 26th - September 18th
Time:1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:Aug. 21: Rainbow Airport, 10007 S 76th St, Franklin, WI 53132
Sept. 18 with 2 p.m. start Sanctuary Woods in County Grounds Park, 1525 N 87th St, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (87th Street north of Watertown Plank Road, bearing left for 0.4 mi)
Sept. 18 with 2 p.m. start Sanctuary Woods in County Grounds Park, 1525 N 87th St, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (87th Street north of Watertown Plank Road, bearing left for 0.4 mi)
Join Wehr Nature Center staff for an ecology walk through a Milwaukee County Park. Learn to identify plants and members of the animal kingdom. Hikes are about one mile. Terrain varies by location. Note: the Aug. 21 start time is 1 p.m.; the Sept. 18 start time is 2 p.m.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Grant Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Golden Harvest - Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
Date:September 19th
Time:8:00 AM
Location:Grant Park, near soccer field #4, 100 Hawthorne Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
For every pace and fitness level. This race lets you challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Chase a personal record or just show up for the fun!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- South Shore Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
South Shore Farmers Market
Date:June 6th - October 31st
Time:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:South Shore Park, 2900 S. Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Fresh from the farm! Wisconsin-grown produce, meat, eggs, flour, and baked goods can all be found at the South Shore Farmers Market in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
All-Abilities Flow Yoga
Date:September 19th - December 19th
Time:9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Give yourself the gift of self-care. Come with friends and enjoy a 60-minute, all-levels vinyasa flow class in the Amphitheater. In October, classes move inside the serene setting of the Visitors Center. Class is led by a Barefoot Haven yoga and wellness studio instructor. Registration is through The Barefoot Haven,...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- McKinley Park
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
Strength in the City Fest
Date:September 19th
Time:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Veterans Park, 1010 N Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Enjoy a high-energy, mindfully curated health and wellness festival all about connection, wellness, and the local community.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Ball/Disc Sports
The Roundup: Grass Volleyball Tournament
Date:September 19th
Time:9:00 AM
Location:Tippecanoe Park, 1411 E Warnimont Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207
The Roundup brings together Men's Quads, Women's Quads, and Co-ed Sixes for a full day of high-level competitive grass volleyball. Expect a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great vibes. Get your team together and join the herd! Team registration includes the tournament T-shirt and lunch.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lincoln Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
- Water
Canoemobile Community Paddle on the Milwaukee River
Date:September 19th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Lincoln Park, canoe & kayak launch, 4950 N. Milwaukee River Pkwy., Milwaukee, WI 53209
Enjoy a free 15-minute canoe ride on the Milwaukee River with the Canoemobile, a touring fleet of 24-foot North canoes and a crew of trained outdoor leaders that travels across the country to connect communities to their local waterways. A perfect opportunity for new paddlers to gain skills and have...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Nature Journal Club
Date:July 18th - December 19th
Time:10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Explore the local landscape together with the Milwaukee Nature Journal Club. Whether you're a seasoned nature journaler or you're curious about giving it a try, all levels of experience are welcomed to this free program. Gather with supportive folks and connect through the love of exploring the wonders of nature...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Bat Night for Adults
Date:September 19th
Time:7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Discover the fiction, folklore, and facts on bats. After the indoor presentation, you'll go on a bat hike. You'll observe Wehr Nature Center Staff demonstrating acoustic sensors to locate and identify bats. You'll also learn how you can participate in Citizen Science projects to help your neighborhood bats. Registration required...
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Milwaukee County Zoo
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Ride on the Wild Side
Date:September 20th
Time:7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:Start/End: Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53226
Ride on the Wild Side to support the Zoological Society of Milwaukee. Choose the loop on Milwaukee County Zoo grounds or a longer bicycle route that starts and ends at the zoo. New this year. . . celebrate the completion of Adventure Africa by joining an Animal Team -- Team...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Birders
Date:March 1st - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 531
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...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- McKinley Park
- Other Parks
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
- Run/Walk/Bike
Chris' Slow Roll - Bike Ride Along Milwaukee's Lakefront
Date:September 20th
Time:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Start: War Memorial , Parking Lot, 750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Join the free, family-friendly, 10-mile bike ride and celebration! The ride starts at the War Memorial parking lot and continues north along the scenic Lincoln Memorial Drive to Shorewood. Next, you'll pick up the Oak Leaf Trail to wind your way back to the War Memorial for a party, with...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Fall Equinox: Spiritual Ecology Through the Seasons
Date:September 20th
Time:9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Celebrate the Fall (Autumnal) Equinox through the values of Spiritual Ecology -- interconnectedness, compassion, service, reverence, and reciprocity. Honor the season and deepen your connection to nature. The event will include readings, meditation/guided imagery, time outdoors, exploring quietude, and nature journaling. Registration required by 2 days before the program.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
Shorewood Farmers Market
Date:June 14th - October 25th
Time:9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:Estabrook Park, 4100 Estabrook Parkway
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
Purchase fresh, unique foods directly from the people who are the growers and makers! Strengthen the local economy with every purchase you make. SNAP and Quest accepted.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
Free Yoga in the Park
Date:June 7th - September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Morgan Triangle, 3404 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207
Enjoy free Sunday morning yoga, outdoors and in the park! All summer long, participate in restorative yoga practice led by Healium Hot Yoga. Open to everyone, whether beginner or advanced. Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. Register to be informed of any cancellations due to inclement weather.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:July 12th - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Walker Square, 1031 S. 9th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Sheridan Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
Hike for Hooves
Date:September 20th
Time:11:00 AM
Location:Start: Sheridan Park, Pavilion, 4800 S. Lake Drive, Cudahy, WI 53110
Come out for a casual and fun walk supporting the mission and residents of the animal sanctuary. Enjoy views from the Oak Leaf Trail and learn animal fun facts along the way. Register early for great swag. A raffle table and merch tent will also be on site. Register in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
Ticket to Fresh
Date:September 20th
Time:12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location:McGovern Park, Area #4, 5400 N. 51st Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53218
Come to the free market, thanks to the generosity of a collective of farmers who are sharing the abundance of their harvest that might have otherwise gone to waste! Enjoy fresh produce, local gardening resources, health/wellness resources, and community connections.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
NatureNauts
Date:September 20th - December 13th
Time:1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
At NatureNauts, you and your 4- to 6-year-old discover a nature topic, such as animal antics and adaptations. A Wehr naturalist guides the group in an interactive program, an outdoor walk, and a related take-home craft. Each month, the program is offered on a Sunday and the following Monday.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Monday, September 21, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
NatureNauts
Date:September 21st - December 14th
Time:9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
At NatureNauts, you and your 4- to 6-year-old will discover a nature topic, such as animal antics and adaptations. A Wehr naturalist will guide the group in an interactive program, an outdoor walk, and a related take-home craft. Each month, the program is offered on a Sunday and the following...
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tree Sponsorship Memorial / Oak Savanna Restoration
Date:August 31st - September 23rd
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Honor a special person or event with a large or small Bur Oak in the Memorial Tree Planting Program, in the oak savanna restoration area. Sponsoring the care of a tree is another option in supporting this program. All orders must be placed by Sept. 23. Sponsors may participate in...
Calendar
- DHHS
Medicare Counseling - Sept. 23
Date:September 23rd
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center - 1230 W. Cherry St., Milwaukee
Questions about Medicare? Join us for free one-on-one Medicare Counseling. Sit down with a Medicare Specialist for answers. Get confidential guidance based on your needs, eligibility, and plan options.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
Storytime at The Domes
Date:January 14th - December 23rd
Time:10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:The Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53215
in the Education Center
in the Education Center
Take your little ones (age 3 to 7) to the Domes and enjoy a story that comes to life! Each week the volunteer storyteller will present a topic that is nature-centered, related to the current show, or related to a special holiday. Storytime is included with regular admission.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wednesday Walkers
Date:May 13th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Lake Park, meet at Marcia Coles Community Room, 3133 E. Newberry Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with a friend or neighbor, or make new friends as you explore the park together. Walk for about 30-45 minutes -- you walk at your own...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Hike for Health
Date:April 15th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers. Meet in the Visitor Center. The program is free and no registration is required. Parking is $5 per carload.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
- Veterans Park
- Washington Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
Summer Sound-Bath Series-Evening Edition
Date:June 24th - September 23rd
Time:5:00 PM - 5:45 AM
Location:June 24, Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
July 22, Noyes Park, 8235 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223
Aug. 26, Popuch Park, 8500 W. Granville Road, Milwaukee, WI 53224
Sept. 23, Washington Park, 1855 N. 40th St., Milwaukee, WI 53208
July 22, Noyes Park, 8235 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223
Aug. 26, Popuch Park, 8500 W. Granville Road, Milwaukee, WI 53224
Sept. 23, Washington Park, 1855 N. 40th St., Milwaukee, WI 53208
Join Camille Mays of Sound Healing for a relaxing and rejuvenating exploration of the effect of sound on your body and mind. Bring a yoga mat or blanket to lie on and experience waves of soothing sound. This free program is also offered on four mornings before "A Walk in...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Brown Deer Park
- Grant Park
- Greenfield Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:September 9th - 30th
Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:Sept. 9: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Sept. 16: Brown Deer Park, Picnic Area #3, 7835 N. Green Bay Road, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Sept. 23: Grant Park, Picnic Area #5A, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Sept. 30: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Sept. 16: Brown Deer Park, Picnic Area #3, 7835 N. Green Bay Road, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Sept. 23: Grant Park, Picnic Area #5A, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Sept. 30: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free fun runs -- 17 in Milwaukee County Parks! Annual membership for up to six immediate family members living at the same residence is $25 for...
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Free Days
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Free Day at Wehr Nature Center
Date:January 29th - December 31st
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Wehr Nature Center does not charge an admission fee, so on the "Free Day" (the last Thursday of the month), the parking fee is waived. Individuals, families, and friends may explore all the trails outside and discover all the exhibits inside the Visitor Center. On Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26), explore...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Tai Chi Walking
Date:August 6th - September 24th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Combine the gentle, mindful practice of Tai Chi with natural walking, and you have Tai Chi Walking. led by Reverend Jenny Miller PhD. Participants move with slow, deliberate steps, coordinated breath, and relaxed posture. This practice, for all ages and fitness levels, supports balance, joint mobility, and strength while...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Cathedral Square Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
Cathedral Square Market
Date:June 4th - September 24th
Time:3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location:Cathedral Square, 520 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Now on Thursdays! Find fresh produce, prepared foods, farm-to-table goods and handmade art. Come for the afternoon market (3 to 6 p.m.) or enjoy the evening market during Jazz in the Park. (Concerts go through Sept. 10.) No market July 2, 9 or 16.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Jackson Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Food & Drink/Beer
Jackson Park Farmers Market
Date:June 18th - October 1st
Time:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location:Jackson Park, 3500 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53215
Get fresh-from-the-farm produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products from local vendors. Get free samples at the Taste It Tent and learn how to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your daily meals. Many of the vendors participate in nutritional programs. As you stroll through the market, enjoy live musical...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Friday, September 25, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Parks
- Veterans Services
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Operation Recon Nature - for Veterans & Their Adult Guests
Date:June 26th - September 25th
Time:5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI
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.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
Free Friday Night Flicks
Date:August 28th - October 9th
Time:8:30 PM
Location:Lake Park, Summer Stage, 2975 N. Lake Park Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Enjoy free movies in Lake Park. This season's movies fall under the theme, Sweet Home MKE. Movies will either be set in or filmed in the good ol' 414. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, drinks and snacks. Movies, dates and ratings below.
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- South Shore Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
South Shore Farmers Market
Date:June 6th - October 31st
Time:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:South Shore Park, 2900 S. Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Fresh from the farm! Wisconsin-grown produce, meat, eggs, flour, and baked goods can all be found at the South Shore Farmers Market in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Black & Brown Run Around - 5K Walk/Run
Date:September 26th
Time:8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Location:Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Runners, walkers, and families are invited to this festival supporting and uplifting the Black & Brown Communities of Greater Milwaukee. All food vendors, entertainers and businesses in partnership with the race are members of the 414 community! All donations and proceeds raised support Lead2Change, a career-readiness organization that engages young...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Miles for Smiles 5K
Date:September 26th
Time:9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:Lake Park, Summer Stage, near 2975 N. Lake Park Road, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Run to make a kid smile! Proceeds from this 5K benefit patients at Children's Wisconsin Hospital by sponsoring their cleft lip and palate surgeries. A post-race social follows this professionally timed event, with a "Miles for Smiles Happy Hour" discount.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Doors Open Milwaukee: Urban Ecology Center Riverside Branch
Date:September 26th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Riverside Park, 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, WI
Engage in a variety of self-guided activities: Learn about green building features, pick up a trails map and a birdie bingo card or plant ID booklet and enjoy the wonders of nature right here in the city.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Washington Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Doors Open Milwaukee: Urban Ecology Center Washington Branch
Date:September 26th
Time:10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location:Washington Park, 859 North 40th St, Milwaukee, WI
Opened in 2025, this new branch of the Urban Ecology Center is the first all-electric non-residential building in Milwaukee County! Start at the front desk to get a lay of the land. Then, check out an activity backpack and explore outdoors or continue your journey in other parts of the...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Walk, Run, Wag - Barktoberfest edition
Date:September 26th
Time:11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Estabrook Park, 4400 N. Estabrook Dr., Shorewood, WI 53211
Calling all dog lovers and adventure seekers! The legendary Walk Run Wag is back, and, this year, it's unleashing the epic Barktoberfest edition! Whether you're a speed demon without a furry friend or a proud pet parent who wants to hit the trail with your four-legged bestie, Friends of MADACC...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Teen Conservation Club
Date:March 28th, 2026 - February 27th, 2027
Time:12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
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.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
- Grant Park
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Fair/Festival/Market
Out There Series: Experimental Music, Poetry, Performance Art
Date:August 30th - September 26th
Time:2:00 PM
Location:Aug. 15 (cancelled): Community Music Performance & Art-Making, Estabrook Park, Area #5, 4400 N Eastabrook Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Aug. 30: Swans, Veterans Park, Lagoon, 1010 N Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sept. 26: Music & Poetry Performance, plus Soundwalk Grant Park, Area #6, 100 E Hawthorne Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Aug. 30: Swans, Veterans Park, Lagoon, 1010 N Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sept. 26: Music & Poetry Performance, plus Soundwalk Grant Park, Area #6, 100 E Hawthorne Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
The focus of the series is experimental and ambient music, poetry and performance art -- all taking place in parks green spaces. By uniting poets, musicians, and performance artists from the Midwest, Out There creates an immersive experience that highlights the interconnections between nature and sound.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Parks
- Veterans Services
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Operation Recon Nature - for Veterans & Their Families
Date:August 29th - December 12th
Time:3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI
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...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Birders
Date:March 1st - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 531
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...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
Shorewood Farmers Market
Date:June 14th - October 25th
Time:9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:Estabrook Park, 4100 Estabrook Parkway
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
Purchase fresh, unique foods directly from the people who are the growers and makers! Strengthen the local economy with every purchase you make. SNAP and Quest accepted.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
Doors Open Milwaukee: Benjamin Church House
Date:September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Estabrook Park, 4250 N Estabrook Parkway, Shorewood, WI 53211
Step inside the oldest house still standing in Milwaukee. Built in 1844, the building’s iconic Greek Revival Architecture is unique in the city. The house museum features exhibits of early Milwaukee and 19th century artifacts. Learn about the Church family and more.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Doors Open Milwaukee: Lake Park
Date:September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location:Lake Park, 3133 East Newberry Blvd., Milwaukee, WI
Explore one of Milwaukee’s most significant historic landscapes through self-guided tours highlighting the design of Frederick Law Olmsted. Tour materials guide guests to points of interest throughout the park, including the Grand Staircase, historic bridges, ravines, waterfall, prehistoric Indian mound, and other notable landmarks. Volunteers from Lake Park Friends will...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
Free Yoga in the Park
Date:June 7th - September 27th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Morgan Triangle, 3404 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207
Enjoy free Sunday morning yoga, outdoors and in the park! All summer long, participate in restorative yoga practice led by Healium Hot Yoga. Open to everyone, whether beginner or advanced. Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. Register to be informed of any cancellations due to inclement weather.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Grant Heffelfinger Memorial Big Gay 5K
Date:September 27th
Time:10:00 AM
Location:Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Run or walk the USATF-certified and chip-timed 5K at the Lakefront. The event raises funds to promote health and wellness in the LGBT+ community.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:July 12th - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Walker Square, 1031 S. 9th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
- Workshop/Presentation
Fungi: Intro to a Curious Kingdom
Date:September 27th
Time:12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
If you have an interest in fungi, or mushrooms, this is the workshop for you! Whether you're 16 years old and just starting your mycological journey, or you're a Master Naturalist looking for an engaging program to fulfill your continuing education requirements, this workshop, led by specialists from the Wisconsin...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Monday, September 28, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Little Wonders for Two-year-olds
Date:September 14th - December 7th
Time:9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
A program for two-year-olds and their favorite adults. During the one-hour program, tots and their caregivers delve into a fun nature topic, listen to a related story, take part in a themed activity, and spend some time outdoors, if Mother Nature cooperates.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Little Wonders for Three-year-olds
Date:September 14th - December 7th
Time:11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
A program for three-year-olds and their favorite adults. During the one-hour program, tots and their caregivers delve into a fun nature topic, listen to a related story, take part in a themed activity, and spend some time outdoors, if Mother Nature cooperates.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Board Meetings
Calendar
- Personnel Review Board
Personnel Review Board Meeting September 29, 2026
Date:September 29th
Time:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location:Held Virtually Via Microsoft Teams
Personnel Review Board meets on a bi-weekly basis to hear and make determinations on County employee disciplinary matters.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
Bilingual Storytime at the Domes
Date:November 26th, 2025 - December 30th, 2026
Time:10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Join the Milwaukee Domes Alliance for bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime the last Wednesday of the month! No pre-registration required. Storytime is included with admission.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wednesday Walkers
Date:May 13th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Lake Park, meet at Marcia Coles Community Room, 3133 E. Newberry Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with a friend or neighbor, or make new friends as you explore the park together. Walk for about 30-45 minutes -- you walk at your own...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Hike for Health
Date:April 15th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers. Meet in the Visitor Center. The program is free and no registration is required. Parking is $5 per carload.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Brown Deer Park
- Grant Park
- Greenfield Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:September 9th - 30th
Time:6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:Sept. 9: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Sept. 16: Brown Deer Park, Picnic Area #3, 7835 N. Green Bay Road, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Sept. 23: Grant Park, Picnic Area #5A, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Sept. 30: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Sept. 16: Brown Deer Park, Picnic Area #3, 7835 N. Green Bay Road, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Sept. 23: Grant Park, Picnic Area #5A, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Sept. 30: Greenfield Park, Picnic Area #3A, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free fun runs -- 17 in Milwaukee County Parks! Annual membership for up to six immediate family members living at the same residence is $25 for...
Thursday, October 01, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Jackson Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Food & Drink/Beer
Jackson Park Farmers Market
Date:June 18th - October 1st
Time:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location:Jackson Park, 3500 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53215
Get fresh-from-the-farm produce, flowers, baked goods, and other products from local vendors. Get free samples at the Taste It Tent and learn how to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your daily meals. Many of the vendors participate in nutritional programs. As you stroll through the market, enjoy live musical...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Friday, October 02, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
A Walk in the Park
Date:February 6th - December 2nd
Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location:Jan. 9: Brown Deer Park
Feb. 6: Kosciuszko Park,
March 6: Jacobus Park,
April 3: Froemming Park,
May 1: Greenfield Park
June 5: Cooper/Kops Park,
July 10 (2nd Friday): Little Menomonee River Parkway Section 5
Aug. 7: Dineen Park,
Sept. 4: Madison Park,
Oct. 2: Kletzsch Park,
Feb. 6: Kosciuszko Park,
March 6: Jacobus Park,
April 3: Froemming Park,
May 1: Greenfield Park
June 5: Cooper/Kops Park,
July 10 (2nd Friday): Little Menomonee River Parkway Section 5
Aug. 7: Dineen Park,
Sept. 4: Madison Park,
Oct. 2: Kletzsch Park,
Gather with us for an hour-long walk through a park, the first Friday of every month, rain or shine! Connect and reconnect with friends and nature, enjoying the company of whoever attends, while appreciating parks and communities throughout the county. No need to register for this free event.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Saturday, October 03, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- South Shore Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
South Shore Farmers Market
Date:June 6th - October 31st
Time:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:South Shore Park, 2900 S. Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Fresh from the farm! Wisconsin-grown produce, meat, eggs, flour, and baked goods can all be found at the South Shore Farmers Market in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
LetThemLive Walk Against Domestic Violence
Date:October 3rd
Time:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Join the LetThemLive 5K Run/Walk Against Domestic Violence to bring awareness to the health issues caused by domestic violence and to support survivors in the community. All registrants receive event swag for this USTAF timed race. The race begins at 11 a.m. The founders of ExPOSED The Podcast will offer...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Sunday, October 04, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon: Full & Half Marathons
Date:October 4th
Time:7:00 AM
Location:Start: Oct. 4, 7 a.m. for Full & Half Marathon - 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
Enjoy a fun day along the Lake Michigan shore! On Oct. 4, run the marathon (a Boston Marathon qualifier) or half-marathon.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Birders
Date:March 1st - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 531
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...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Greenfield Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Walk to Defeat ALS
Date:October 4th
Time:8:30 AM
Location:Greenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI 53227
Walk to Defeat ALS with The ALS Association Wisconsin Chapter. The 2K special event brings together ALS patients, families, and supporters to honor those they've lost to the disease and support those who are currently affected by it. Walk, fundraise, donate, volunteer, and make a difference.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
Shorewood Farmers Market
Date:June 14th - October 25th
Time:9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:Estabrook Park, 4100 Estabrook Parkway
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
Purchase fresh, unique foods directly from the people who are the growers and makers! Strengthen the local economy with every purchase you make. SNAP and Quest accepted.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Milwaukee Beer Run 5K
Date:October 4th
Time:10:00 AM
Location:Start / End: The Bavarian Bierhaus, 700 West Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI
Join the Milwaukee Beer Run! The 5K is timed and includes scenic sections of the Milwaukee River Parkway, but if you don't feel like racing, sign up for the 0.5K (about 54 yards). In either case, enjoy a post-race beer or root beer! The event supports the Hunger Task Force.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Food & Drink/Beer
Walker Square Farmers Market
Date:July 12th - October 4th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Walker Square, 1031 S. 9th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Buy locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables and support Milwaukee-area farmers! Dates depend on weather and availability of produce.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Cider Sunday
Date:October 4th
Time:11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Take an apple-themed Story Stroll and explore vibrant fall color along Wehr's trails. Try your hand at the cider press, and adults can sample cider beer. Tap your toes to live music performed by The Bluegrass Allstars. Kiddos will enjoy crafts, corn hole, face painting and more. Apple treats and...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Monday, October 05, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Tuesday, October 06, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Wednesday, October 07, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wednesday Walkers
Date:May 13th - November 25th
Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Lake Park, meet at Marcia Coles Community Room, 3133 E. Newberry Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Gather with others at the top of the Grand Staircase and head out for a free weekly walk through the Olmsted-designed Lake Park. Come with a friend or neighbor, or make new friends as you explore the park together. Walk for about 30-45 minutes -- you walk at your own...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Hike for Health
Date:April 15th - November 25th
Time:10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Hike with a group along Wehr’s trails and enjoy camaraderie, exercise and fun. Each Wednesday morning, explore the latest sights and sounds that nature offers. Meet in the Visitor Center. The program is free and no registration is required. Parking is $5 per carload.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Brown Deer Park
- Grant Park
- Greenfield Park
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Badgerland Striders Fun Runs
Date:October 7th
Time:6:00 PM
Location:Root River Parkway, Picnic Area #2, South 92nd Street & West College Avenue
Join the Badgerland Striders for a Fun Run! In addition to training opportunities, race discounts and more, members enjoy the camaraderie found at the free fun runs -- 17 in Milwaukee County Parks! Annual membership for up to six immediate family members living at the same residence is $25 for...
Thursday, October 08, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Calendar
- DHHS
Medicaid Info Sessions - Oct. 8
Date:October 8th
Time:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center - 1230 W. Cherry St., Milwaukee
Will you be affected by the upcoming changes to Medicaid? Some members enrolled in BadgerCare Plus may have to meet the new federal Medicaid work requirement in 2027.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Friday, October 09, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
InSite: En Route
Date:October 9th - 10th
Time:7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location:Pulaski-Milwaukee Park, 2677 S. 16th St., Milwaukee, WI 53215
Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. -- During the free performances, you'll walk through the park's vibrant greenspace and encounter original dances created specifically for each site. Inspired by the restored Kinnickinnic River and the park’s scenic vistas, En Route explores connections between people, nature, and public...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Lake Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
Free Friday Night Flicks
Date:August 28th - October 9th
Time:8:30 PM
Location:Lake Park, Summer Stage, 2975 N. Lake Park Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Enjoy free movies in Lake Park. This season's movies fall under the theme, Sweet Home MKE. Movies will either be set in or filmed in the good ol' 414. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, drinks and snacks. Movies, dates and ratings below.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Big Sit Bird Count
Date:October 10th
Time:7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at the Big Sit Bird Count! Enjoy the morning observing birds by both sight and sound-- from the convenience of one stationary location! Birders of all ages, abilities, and levels are welcomed!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Grant Park Beach
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Water
Lakefront Sauna Social
Date:September 12th - December 12th
Time:8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Grant Park, Beach, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Experience a one-of-a-kind morning gathering on the shores of Lake Michigan--an experience designed to support you in deepening connection and elevating vitality. The introduction includes a sauna, a community cold plunge in Lake Michigan, and a guided breath and movement practice. Then, you are open to flow between those activities...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- South Shore Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
South Shore Farmers Market
Date:June 6th - October 31st
Time:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:South Shore Park, 2900 S. Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Fresh from the farm! Wisconsin-grown produce, meat, eggs, flour, and baked goods can all be found at the South Shore Farmers Market in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Humboldt Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Milwaukee Walk n' Roll
Date:October 10th
Time:9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:Humboldt Park, 3000 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207
The Milwaukee Walk N’ Roll brings together families, friends, co-workers, neighbors, and the community to support the National Ataxia Foundation’s mission to accelerate the development of treatments and improve the lives of people living with Ataxia.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Washington Park
Calendar
- Child Support Services
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
NAMIWalks
Date:October 10th
Time:9:00 AM
Location:Washington Park, 1859 N. 40 St., Milwaukee WI 53208
Join NAMI in Southeast Wisconsin's largest mental health awareness and fundraising event. This family-friendly walk has no registration fee, but fundraising is encouraged. Raise $150 and get an event t-shirt. One hundred percent of funds raised support NAMI Southeast Wisconsin’s free local mental health programs, resources, and services. Most of...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Greenfield Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Walk for 1 in 100
Date:October 10th
Time:9:00 AM
Location:Greenfield Park, Areas 3A & 3B, 2028 S 124th St, West Allis, WI 53227
Walk and have an impact on the lives of more than 2.5 million people living with congenital heart disease (CHD) in this country. The Walk for 1 in 100 raises funds to support the programs of the Adult Congenital Heart Association. Programs empower and advocate for the 1 in 100...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
Calendar
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Nature Center Camera Club Meeting/Presentation
Date:February 14th - November 14th
Time:9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Share your passion for photography with this friendly group. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned photographer, whether you use your cellphone or a professional camera, or whether you take nature photos or have interests in other subject matter, Wehr Nature Center Camera Club is the club for you. The...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Veterans Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Run/Walk/Bike
Out of the Darkness Walk
Date:October 10th
Time:12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location:Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Join the Out of the Darkness Milwaukee Walk to raise awareness and funds that allow the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Other Parks
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
InSite: En Route
Date:October 9th - 10th
Time:7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location:Pulaski-Milwaukee Park, 2677 S. 16th St., Milwaukee, WI 53215
Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. -- During the free performances, you'll walk through the park's vibrant greenspace and encounter original dances created specifically for each site. Inspired by the restored Kinnickinnic River and the park’s scenic vistas, En Route explores connections between people, nature, and public...
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Birders
Date:March 1st - October 25th
Time:8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 531
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...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Estabrook Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Concert/Music & Movie
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
Shorewood Farmers Market
Date:June 14th - October 25th
Time:9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:Estabrook Park, 4100 Estabrook Parkway
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
South end of parkway, near the Benjamin Church House
Purchase fresh, unique foods directly from the people who are the growers and makers! Strengthen the local economy with every purchase you make. SNAP and Quest accepted.
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Grant Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Trek 'n Treat
Date:October 11th
Time:1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:Grant Park, 100 Hawthorne Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Start: Picnic Area 5A
Start: Picnic Area 5A
View the haunts of nature along the Seven Bridges Trail. Learn about forests and receive treats along the way. The trails include stairs, so strollers and wagons are NOT recommended. Wearing costumes is encouraged! The cost is $3 per participant (Cash preferred). Activities and refreshments for sale in Shelter Area...
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
- Food & Drink/Beer
China Lights: Legends Come Alive
Date:September 11th - November 1st
Time:5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI 53130
See the magical glow of larger-than-life sculptural light displays at the renowned Boerner Botanical Gardens. Find photo ops at every turn. Experience an expanded interactive playground. Enjoy East-West fusion culinary delights. Celebrate Asian folk-culture. See professional stage performances. Get your tickets now!
Monday, October 12, 2026
Event Type
- Parks
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Calendar
- OPD
- Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Halloween Haunts Tickets - On Sale Online
Date:September 21st - October 15th
Time:12:00 AM
Location:Online ticket sales for the general public begin Sept 21 at 9 a.m.
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
(Event to be held Oct. 15 through 17 at Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132)
Get your tickets now! Entry start times to Halloween Haunts range from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 15 through 17. All tickets must be purchased in advance (no later than 3 p.m. of the day you plan to attend). This is a popular event -- get your tickets now! Halloween...