With over 150 parks, miles of scenic trails, 15 golf courses, beer gardens, dog parks, beaches, community centers, botanical gardens, nature trails and hundreds of events, there's always something new to discover in your Milwaukee County Parks.
SUMMER IN THE PARKS!
Our Top Picks of Summer Activities in Your Milwaukee County Parks
Guide to Aug. 19 - 25
A 60-second guide to what's happening in the parks this week.
Go Cycle
Featuring music by Zed Kenzo.
The popular chinese lantern show returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens from Sept. 13 - Oct. 20 with a new theme for 2019: Treasures of China. Get tickets.
Visit parksforgood.com to buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a Fyxation single-speed bike, customized for Milwaukee County Parks.
Read our quick guide to the top events happening in Milwaukee County Parks in August.
There are two seasons in Milwaukee: winter and beer garden. Read more about our permanent and traveling beer gardens at www.mkebeergardens.com.
Cool off at Cool Waters and Schulz Aquatic water parks until Labor Day. Outdoor deep well pools are now closed for the season.
What's New
Major Upcoming Events
Traveling Beer Garden Keg Tapping
Aug. 21, Juneau Park
The Traveling Beer Garden's Pass Me a Pint Tour moves to its final stop of the season. Join us at 5pm on Aug 21 to celebrate with a keg tapping and free beer while supplies last.
China Lights
Sept. 13 - Oct. 20
China Lights: Treasures of China will have 95% new lantern displays featuring cultural gems. The handmade displays range from three-feet to three-stories high. The festival will also include an expanded interactive exhibit area, two stages for Asian folk-culture performances, a marketplace, two dining areas and vendors offering a variety of Asian and western menu options.
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Welcome to 100 Acres Wood
Sept. 21 - Oct. 10, Mitchell Park Domes
Visit a woodland destination inspired by the classic children's book during the fall floral show - included with general admission to the Mitchell Park Domes.
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Over 150 pavilions, community rooms, wedding venues and parks spaces are available to rent. Start planning your next event.