Milwaukee County’s goal is to enrich your life by providing essential services that meet your needs and those of your family, neighbors, co-workers and friends.
We enhance the quality of life in Milwaukee County through great public service.
Milwaukee County is home to over 950,000 people living in one of 19 communities, which range in size from the City of Milwaukee, with 595,000 residents, to the Village of River Hills, with roughly 1,600 residents.
Still a manufacturing stronghold, the region features 16 Fortune 1000 companies and thousands of others in the financial services, medical device, hospitality and retailing industries.
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Host a party, community meeting or special event in some of Milwaukee’s most unique venues. Rentals at many facilities are available year-round. For our largest indoor rental — at 55,000 square feet — see the Milwaukee County Sports Complex.
Park pavilions and community rooms provide rental space for indoor events. Most pavilions are available year-round and include a kitchenette to warm prepared food. Clubhouses and community rooms are available seasonally and do not include kitchenettes.
Find an Indoor Rental
Of the 152 picnic sites available in parks across Milwaukee County, more than 20 have picnic shelters. Shelters are available from May 1 to Oct. 15 and are ideal for gatherings of 50 to 400. Many of our shelters include electric outlets and restrooms, and are close to other park amenities including playgrounds, sports fields and trails.
Find a Picnic Area
From bandshells to beer gardens, a range of unique open-air venues are available to rent for special events, wedding ceremonies or concerts throughout the summer months.
Find a Site Outdoors
Throughout the winter, golf course clubhouses are available for rent. Clubhouses include access to bathrooms and a bar area.
Two historic overnight lodges are available for use by scout groups and other civic groups.
Pools may be rented for parties or athletic events. Pickleball and tennis courts, ball fields, disc golf courses, and many other sports facilities are available to rent for groups, leagues, and tournaments.
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