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Skip to PaginationSunday, November 08, 2026
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Birders
Date:November 1st, 2026 - March 28th, 2027
Time:9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
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! (As the sun rises earlier, the program will begin earlier. Starting in March, the program will begin at 8 a.m.) Birders...
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
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.
Monday, November 09, 2026
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
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...
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
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.
Location
- Lake Park
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...
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
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.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Location
- Grant Park Beach
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...
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
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
Note: The Oct. 10 meeting will be a 3-hour Food Photography Workshop with Naomi Seiler. 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...
Location
- Other Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
re:Craft and Relic Holiday Market at Milw. Co. Sports Complex
Date:November 14th - 15th
Time:11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Milwaukee County Sports Complex Fieldhouse, 6000 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, WI 53132
Shop the re:Craft and Relic Holiday Market for vintage, upcycled, and handmade goods! The largest market of its kind in Southeastern Wisconsin, with over 160-180 booths, plus live music, food trucks and mobile boutiques. Purchase a VIP ticket to get early access--and deals--Saturday (9 to 10 a.m.) or an...
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
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...
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
Wehr Birders
Date:November 1st, 2026 - March 28th, 2027
Time:9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
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! (As the sun rises earlier, the program will begin earlier. Starting in March, the program will begin at 8 a.m.) Birders...
Location
- Other Parks
Park Events
- Fair/Festival/Market
re:Craft and Relic Holiday Market at Milw. Co. Sports Complex
Date:November 14th - 15th
Time:11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Milwaukee County Sports Complex Fieldhouse, 6000 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, WI 53132
Shop the re:Craft and Relic Holiday Market for vintage, upcycled, and handmade goods! The largest market of its kind in Southeastern Wisconsin, with over 160-180 booths, plus live music, food trucks and mobile boutiques. Purchase a VIP ticket to get early access--and deals--Saturday (9 to 10 a.m.) or an...
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
Park Events
- Guided Hike/Walk
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
- Trails
Nature Wizard Club for Families
Date:November 15th - December 6th
Time:1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location:Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
Gather the family for a monthly guided discovery walk along Wehr’s trails. Each themed program is designed for children ages 6 to 11, with younger siblings allowed. Register online to guarantee a spot; same-day registration permitted if space allows.
Location
- Other Parks
Park Events
- Health/Fitness/Wellness
- Water
Floating Sound Bath
Date:October 18th - December 20th
Time:5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location:Pulaski Pool, 2677 S. 16th St., Milwaukee, WI 53215
Settle onto a pool float or on the pool deck and unwind as the soothing vibrations of the sound bath move through space. Instructor Anna Zarnowski of Sound & Sol Yoga will use crystal singing bowls, gongs, and other therapeutic instruments to awaken your inner harmony. De-stress before the work...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
SPARK! Program for Older Adults with Memory Loss & their Caregivers
Date:October 20th - December 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.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
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.
Location
- Lake Park
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...
Location
- Wehr Nature Center
- Whitnall Park
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.
Location
- Mitchell Park
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory
Park Events
- Nature & Wildlife/Birding
SPARK! Program for Older Adults with Memory Loss & their Caregivers
Date:October 21st - December 16th
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.
Thursday, November 19, 2026
Location
- Cathedral Square Park
- Other Parks
Park Events
- Arts & Culture
- Fair/Festival/Market
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
Date:November 19th, 2026 - January 1st, 2027
Time:5:30 PM
Location:"Community Spirit Park": Cathedral Square, 520 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
“¡Felices Fiestas!”: Pere Marquette Park, 900 N. Plankinton Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
“Santa’s Celebration Square powered by We Energies”: Zeidler Union Square, 301 W. Michigan St., Milwaukee, WI 53203
“¡Felices Fiestas!”: Pere Marquette Park, 900 N. Plankinton Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
“Santa’s Celebration Square powered by We Energies”: Zeidler Union Square, 301 W. Michigan St., Milwaukee, WI 53203
Celebrate the annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival in downtown parks and catch the holiday spirit!



