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Sponsored by American Family Insurance, Kelben Foundation, Wintrust/Town Bank, and Milwaukee Parks Foundation
Head to the lakefront for a 45-minute display. The show will start around 9:30 p.m., with fireworks launched from barges on Lake Michigan.
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Presented by Gift of Wings
See giant kites flying above the park and give kite-flying a try at free lessons! It all takes place in the designated kite-flying area in Veterans Park. Bring your own kite or buy one at the Gift of Wings kite store.
Parking operations at the lakefront will begin at 6 a.m. on July 3. All lots can be accessed from Lincoln Memorial Drive and are first-come, first-served. There are no in-out privileges once a vehicle enters the grounds. All vehicles are asked to leave the grounds after the fireworks display has concluded. Absolutely NO overnight parking is allowed--the 2nd or the 3rd.
Parks staff will be pouring beers from local breweries all day. Stands will be located throughout the grounds. Proceeds from beer sales help support future park projects.
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9480 W. Watertown Plank Road Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (414) 257-PARK (7275)