Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo

Wed, Aug 12 +1 dates

Riverside Rhythms

Free live music and food trucks at Barstow Plaza in Waukesha for family-friendly fun.

Wed, Aug 12

Waukesha County Parks Presents Community Science: Pollinators

Free community science program exploring pollinators across Waukesha County parks.

Wed, Aug 12

American Legion Band-Oconomowoc

Free American Legion Band concert at Oconomowoc City Beach Bandshell—classic summer live music.

Wed, Aug 12

The Boy Band Night at Wisconsin State Fair!

Boy band tribute show at Wisconsin State Fair—sing-along fun for families.

Wed, Aug 12

Tosa Tonight Concert Series

Free, family-friendly summer concert series in Wauwatosa celebrating the season.

Wed, Aug 12 +1 dates

Water Bugs Ski Show – Muskego

Thrilling water ski show at Idle Isle Park in Muskego—free family entertainment.

Wed, Aug 12

Noon Concert, Brookfield

Midday free concert at Brookfield City Hall—perfect for families seeking daytime entertainment.

Wed, Aug 12

Evening Concert, Brookfield

Free outdoor concert at Brookfield City Hall with live music for the whole family.

Wed, Aug 12

Broken Forty 5 @ Wisconsin State Fair - Roberts/Leadfoots Race Bar

Racing action at the Wisconsin State Fair—thrilling for kids & families.

Wed, Aug 12

Environmental Education Outdoor Classroom for Kids at Retzer Nature Center

Outdoor nature classroom for school-age kids at Retzer Nature Center—hands-on environmental learning.

Wed, Aug 12

Live @ the Lakefront | Joseph Huber Band

Free summer tradition featuring live music, lake views, and community at Discovery World's waterfront.

Wed, Aug 12

Washington Park Wednesdays : Live!Art

Weekly outdoor art activities and performances for families at Washington Park.

Wed, Aug 12

Washington Park Wednesdays : Cool School

Weekly family-friendly gathering at Washington Park with cool activities for all ages.

Wed, Aug 12

DONNA WOODALL GROUP at Indaba Nights

Live music fest in Milwaukee—casual family outing.

Wed, Aug 12

EVAN and TOM LEAHY BAND

Live music from Evan and Tom Leahy Band.

Wed, Aug 12

TOSA TONIGHT - JigJam and Shane Hennessy

Live music festival on West State Street in Wauwatosa with family vibes.

Wed, Aug 12

Milwaukee Milkmen Fundraiser

Minor-league baseball fundraiser—support the Milkmen.

Wed, Aug 12

Ice Cream Social

Classic ice cream social—sweet treat and community fun for all ages.

Wed, Aug 12

Washington Park Wednesdays : Carnival

Live jazz and Latin music at Washington Park's theatrical summer carnival night.

Wed, Aug 12

Hairbangers Ball at the Wisconsin State Fair (West Allis, WI)

80s rock tribute at Wisconsin State Fair—nostalgic fun for the whole family.

Wed, Aug 12 +1 dates

Kansas City T-Bones vs Lake Country DockHounds

Minor-league baseball: Kansas City T-Bones vs. Lake Country DockHounds.

Wed, Aug 12

Music in the park

Free live music in the park at Richfield—easy family outing.

Wed, Aug 12

Summer Nights Concert Series - North Coast Orchestra

Summer concert series with North Coast Orchestra in Brookfield.

Wed, Aug 12

Music on the Hill

Summer outdoor concert series with live music and food at the scenic Delafield Hotel.

Wed, Aug 12

Chicago Dogs at Milwaukee Milkmen

Minor-league baseball: Chicago Dogs visit Milwaukee Milkmen.

Wed, Aug 12

BSYSHORE's Family Flicks: Coco

Family movie night under the stars—Coco at North Bayshore.

Thu, Aug 13

Mapleton Barn Pizza Farm

Farm pizza dinner with live music at Mapleton Barn in Oconomowoc.

Thu, Aug 13

MKE Film Series: Superbad

Outdoor screening of the comedy Superbad at Deer District's summer film series.

Thu, Aug 13

Hartland Children’s Business Fair

Kids learn about running a business at Hartland Children's Business Fair at Nixon Park.

Thu, Aug 13

Nixon Park Concert Series in Hartland, WI

Free summer concert series at Nixon Park in Hartland with live music for families.

Thu, Aug 13

CPL Book Bike at the Cedarburg Art Museum Beer Garden!

Mobile library service at Cedarburg Art Museum brings picture books and kids' titles outdoors.

Thu, Aug 13

Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center

Outdoor nature program for toddlers at Retzer Nature Center—explore and learn.

Thu, Aug 13

Badgerland Ski Show, Okauchee Lake

Free water ski show at Okauchee Lake—exciting family entertainment on the water.

Thu, Aug 13

Music on the Lawn

Free live music on the lawn at The Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee—family-friendly outdoor concert.

Thu, Aug 13

Join Borna and Mandy at Waterford Village Hall Park for Waterford River Rhythms

Free outdoor music festival at Waterford Village Hall Park.

Thu, Aug 13

Andy Braun

Andy Braun performs at Random Lake Music in the Park—free community concert.

Thu, Aug 13

SUNSET CONCERT SERIES | The Powerhouse Horns Presented by Interstate Music

Sunset concert series in Menomonee Falls park.

Thu, Aug 13

Thursday Night Concert in Nixon Park-Hartland Community Band

Hartland Community Band performs Thursday night in Nixon Park—free concert series.

Thu, Aug 13

Five Finger Death Punch, Cody Jinks, and Eva Under Fire

Five Finger Death Punch & Cody Jinks at American Family Insurance Amphitheater.

Thu, Aug 13

Classic Car Show and Smooth Blues

Classic car show with live blues music in Mukwonago.

Thu, Aug 13

Milly & The Mayhem | Blue Moon Tavern Stage | WI State Fair

Live music at WI State Fair Grandstand.

Thu, Aug 13

It's Alive! with Jonny T-Bird

Free pop-up performances by local musicians, artists, and comedians throughout Milwaukee Public Market.

Thu, Aug 13

Schauer Courtyard: Los Mitoteros

Los Mitoteros performs at Schauer Courtyard in Hartford—family-friendly festival fun.

Thu, Aug 13

Milwaukee Irish Fest

Milwaukee Irish Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park—celebrate Irish culture and traditions.

Thu, Aug 13

JD Rankin and the Solomon Royals - Waterford Jam Fest 2026

JD Rankin and the Solomon Royals headline Waterford Jam Fest—live music festival fun.

Thu, Aug 13

Chicago Dogs vs Milwaukee Milkmen

Minor-league baseball game: Chicago Dogs vs Milwaukee Milkmen.

Thu, Aug 13

!PARTY ANIMAL-THAT PARTY ANTHEM BAND @VETERAN'S PARK - GRAFTON, WI

Party Animal Band plays Veteran's Park in Grafton—outdoor live music celebration.

Thu, Aug 13

Jackson Jams: Dawg Daze and Summer Haze

Jackson Jams: Dawg Daze and Summer Haze—family-friendly summer festival.

Thu, Aug 13

MAVWC at Milwaukee Milkmen

Milwaukee Milkmen minor-league baseball game—watch local pro-affiliated team.

Thu, Aug 13

Wisconsin State Fair Blue Ribbon Dairy Products Auction

Wisconsin State Fair Blue Ribbon Dairy auction at Saz's—fair tradition and fun.

Fri, Aug 14

Teen Night - Autism United & Journey 21

Teen Night hosted by Autism United & Journey 21 in Oconomowoc.

Fri, Aug 14

Odd Roots – Waterford Jam Fest 2026

Multi-band jam fest at Orbit Parkway with live music for all ages.

Fri, Aug 14

Selfbow Building Jamboree (BowJam) Workshop with WTA at Ojibwa Bowhunters, New Berlin WI

Archery workshop jamboree at Ojibwa Bowhunters in New Berlin.

Fri, Aug 14

Montrose Blueberry Festival

Montrose Blueberry Festival celebrates fresh berries & fun.

Fri, Aug 14

2026 Milwaukee Midsummer Makers Market Milwaukee, WI

Midsummer makers market in Milwaukee with crafts and vendors.

Fri, Aug 14

Concert Series - Jake Stanzer

Community concert series on Silvernail Road in Pewaukee.

Fri, Aug 14

Kids Night

Evening of kid-focused activities and entertainment at Oak Creek park.

Fri, Aug 14

Mazzaratti back at State Fair Wurst Bar Stage

Fri, Aug 14

Family Movie Matinee - Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Family movie matinee screening Ice Age 3 outdoors in Hartland.

Fri, Aug 14

2026 Milwaukee Summer Artisan & Vendor Festival

Artisan and vendor festival in Milwaukee with local makers.

Fri, Aug 14

5 Card Studs

5 Card Studs festival on Main Street in Mukwonago.

Fri, Aug 14

Movies in the Park - Lilo & Stitch

Movies in the Park: family-friendly Lilo & Stitch in Germantown.

Fri, Aug 14

WMMC'S 45TH ANNUAL Summer MOPAR Show "Under the Lights!"

Classic car show with MOPAR vehicles on display in Brookfield.

Fri, Aug 14

Say What You Mean – Waterford Jam Fest 2026

Multi-band jam fest at Orbit Parkway with live music for all ages.

Fri, Aug 14

Lindsey Stirling and PVRIS

Lindsey Stirling and PVRIS concert at Central Marketplace in West Allis.

Fri, Aug 14

East Troy Farmers Market

East Troy Farmers Market at Honey Creek Collective—free family shopping with local produce.

Fri, Aug 14

Summer Concert Series ft. Reilly

Summer concert series in Slinger park with live music.

Fri, Aug 14

Tie Dye Party

Tie-dye craft party in Hartland.

Fri, Aug 14

Food Truck Friday

Browse local food trucks and enjoy a meal at the airport—great for families seeking casual outdoor fun.

Fri, Aug 14

Depot Express – Waterford Jam Fest 2026

Waterford Jam Fest 2026 with live music at Cornerstone Crossing.

Fri, Aug 14

Hoop It Up

National grassroots 3x3 basketball tournament at Deer District with competitive and recreational play.

Fri, Aug 14 +2 dates

Kansas City T-Bones vs Milwaukee Milkmen

Minor-league baseball: Kansas City T-Bones vs Milwaukee Milkmen.

Fri, Aug 14

Waukesha’s Friday Night Live

Free Friday night live music in downtown Waukesha—weekly family entertainment.

Fri, Aug 14

Menomonee Falls Truck Day

Kids climb into fire trucks, police cars, and emergency vehicles at the library.

Sat, Aug 15

The Kenosha Kingfish & SSW Entertainment present "The War By The Shore"

Kenosha Kingfish baseball game at Simmons Field—summer sports entertainment.

Sat, Aug 15

Color Clash 2026

Community festival in New Berlin featuring art and activities.

Sat, Aug 15

Light Up the Lake Boat Parade & Fireworks-Oconomowoc

Illuminated boats parade and fireworks light up the lake in Oconomowoc.

Sat, Aug 15

AJR and Em Beihold

AJR and Em Beihold live at Wisconsin State Fair Park—popular indie/pop artists.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

Maxwell Street Days-Mukwonago

Free community festival celebrating Maxwell Street traditions with crafts and activities.

Sat, Aug 15

Pat McCurdy

Live music performance in Milwaukee.

Sat, Aug 15

Bluegrass in the Park

Bluegrass music in the park, family-friendly outdoor concert.

Sat, Aug 15

Hillside Rebellion ROCKS Kenickys Fest

Live music festival with local bands at Kenickys Fest in Richfield.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts

Free arts festival with live music, crafts, and family activities in the park.

Sat, Aug 15

Brookfield Farmers Market

Farmers market at Brookfield Central High School with local produce and goods.

Sat, Aug 15

Waukesha Farmers Market

Year-round farmers market in Waukesha with local vendors and fresh seasonal picks.

Sat, Aug 15

Glacier Lakes Antique and Classic Boat Show, Pewaukee

Vintage boats and classic cars on display at the lakefront—free community showcase.

Sat, Aug 15

ROAD CREW plays at the Wurst Bar Stage, State Fair

Live music at the State Fair.

Sat, Aug 15

The Now at Okauchee Street Dance

Street dance in Oconomowoc with live music—neighborhood celebration.

Sat, Aug 15

Farm to Table

Farm to Table festival in Racine—local food, farms, and community celebration.

Sat, Aug 15

America's Soundtrack - The Pulse of a Nation

America's Soundtrack festival in Oconomowoc—live music celebrating American heritage.

Sat, Aug 15

Ranch Day 2026

Ranch day in Slinger with hands-on farm activities for kids.

Sat, Aug 15

Polonia Summer Festival

Polonia Summer Festival in Franklin—cultural celebration with food & entertainment.

Sat, Aug 15

Family Campout

Overnight camping adventure for families at Konkel Park.

Sat, Aug 15

The Decade Returns to ROCK the WürstBar Stage at the Wisconsin State Fair!

Live band performance at Wisconsin State Fair—family fun on the main stage.

Sat, Aug 15

Lucky Strike!

Lucky Strike festival in Mount Pleasant—outdoor family gathering.

Sat, Aug 15

📯 Mers Invade Bristol

Community festival event in Kenosha; quirky family-friendly celebration.

Sat, Aug 15

Eric Diamond (Neil Diamond Tribute) LIVE at The Shipyard

Neil Diamond tribute concert at The Shipyard; fun singalong for the whole family.

Sat, Aug 15

Mazzaratti at Kenicky’s Fest

Kenicky's Fest in Richfield with live music and community fun.

Sat, Aug 15

Milwaukee Irish Festival - Saturday

Milwaukee Irish Festival—family-friendly celebration of Irish culture and music.

Sat, Aug 15

Red Panda Band

Red Panda Band performs live music for families.

Sat, Aug 15

Oconomowoc Farmers Market

Free farmers market in Oconomowoc with local vendors and fresh seasonal produce.

Sat, Aug 15

Wales Party in the Park

Community celebration with fireworks, family activities, and festive fun in Wales.

Sat, Aug 15

Delafield Farmers Market

Weekly farmers market with local produce, live music, and community charm in Delafield.

Sat, Aug 15

Hartford Farmers Market

Seasonal farmers market with local produce, crafts, and community vibes in Hartford.

Sat, Aug 15

New Berlin Farmers Market

Free farmers market in New Berlin with local vendors and fresh seasonal goods.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

Bristol Renaissance Faire

Multi-weekend Renaissance Faire with costumes, crafts, games, and period entertainment.

Sat, Aug 15

Failure to Launch at Wisconsin State Fair- Leff's Miller Lite Stage DEBUT!

Live music at Wisconsin State Fair—big-ticket entertainment for the whole family.

Sat, Aug 15

Brian McCullough Band

Live band performance; family-friendly outdoor concert.

Sat, Aug 15

Honeybee Day

Educational community celebration with activities and entertainment all about honeybees.

Sat, Aug 15 +8 dates

Farmers Market

Farmers market with a honeybee theme celebration at Oak Creek.

Sat, Aug 15

Andy Braun

Live acoustic performance at Aspen Sky; family-friendly outdoor concert.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

The Langer's Ball

Live band at Bristol Renaissance Faire; immersive festival experience for families.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

Night Market

Evening market with food vendors and family shopping in Oak Creek.

Sat, Aug 15

31st Annual Holy Trinity Social Fest

31st Annual Holy Trinity Social Fest in Kewaskum—community celebration with food & fun.

Sat, Aug 15

Urban Sketchers Showcase

Urban Sketchers showcase in Kenosha; inspire young artists with live sketching.

Sun, Aug 16

Jimmy The Greek at Milwaukee Milkmen #ENDALZ

Live music at Milwaukee Milkmen minor-league baseball game.

Sun, Aug 16

Leaders Igniting Transformation Presents: LITuation Talent Showcase

Family-friendly talent showcase celebrating Black Philanthropy Month at Zócalo Food Park.

Sun, Aug 16

BrookFalls Farmers Market

Free outdoor farmers market with food vendors, live music, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Sun, Aug 16

Kenosha Book Festival 2026 - Chapter Five

Kenosha Book Festival celebrates reading and literature.

Sun, Aug 16

Kids Green Art Contest

Transform trash into art while learning about animals and the environment at Milwaukee County Zoo.

Sun, Aug 16

Milwaukee Irish Festival - Sunday

Milwaukee Irish Festival celebrates Irish culture with family fun.

Sun, Aug 16

Albert Road live at the Midwest Market

Live music at Midwest Market in Racine—a fun festival setting.

Sun, Aug 16

Garlic Fest

Garlic Fest in Hartford celebrates the harvest season.

Sun, Aug 16

THE BEACH BOYS

The Beach Boys bring 'Sounds of Summer' nostalgia to Bank Five Nine Main Stage.

Sun, Aug 16

Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck at Broken Bat Brewing – Milwaukee

Food truck event at Broken Bat Brewing in Milwaukee.

Sun, Aug 16

We Are Water

Beachfront festival celebrating water with music, activities, and community at lakefront Milwaukee.

Sun, Aug 16

Ukrainian Festival

Ukrainian Festival in Franklin—cultural celebration with food, dance & traditions.

Mon, Aug 17

Monday Night Movies in the Park, Waukesha

Free outdoor movie night in the park—bring a blanket and enjoy family entertainment.

Tue, Aug 18 +1 dates

Seattle Mariners at Milwaukee Brewers

Seattle Mariners at Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field

Tue, Aug 18

Family Movie Series at the Corners

Free outdoor movie night for families at The Corners of Brookfield.

Tue, Aug 18

Cars at Kim’s

Free car show at Kim's Gourmet Pub—a casual outing to see classic and custom vehicles.

Tue, Aug 18

Waukesha County Parks Presents Community Science: Bats

Free community science program exploring local bat ecology and behavior.

Tue, Aug 18

Village Market Storytimes

Outdoor storytime with songs and finger plays at Thiensville Village Park.

Wed, Aug 19

Wednesday Garden Walks

Guided garden walks through Boerner Botanical Gardens.

Wed, Aug 19

Live @ the Lakefront | Sugo

Free summer lakefront music series at Discovery World with lake views.

Wed, Aug 19

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. Truman State

Watch Marquette University women's soccer compete at Valley Fields.

Wed, Aug 19

Washington Park Wednesdays: Back 2 School

Community Back 2 School celebration with indie rock band The New Grey.

Wed, Aug 19

It's Alive! with R.J. Ziebarth

Free outdoor pop-up performance series bringing live music & street performers to Milwaukee parks.

Wed, Aug 19

Storytime on the Lawn

Outdoor storytime with songs and finger plays on the library's lawn.

Wed, Aug 19 +2 dates

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Seattle Mariners

Brewers vs. Mariners with Hello Kitty Theme Night at American Family Field.

Wed, Aug 19

Back-to-School Night ft. Kid Boogie Down

Back-to-school celebration with Kid Boogie Down's high-energy K-pop music.

Wed, Aug 19

It's Alive! with Max Niemann

Free pop-up performances by local musicians and street performers at Pere Marquette Park.

Thu, Aug 20

CPL Book Bike at Cedar Creek Park!

Mobile library service brings books to Cedar Creek Park for outdoor browsing and borrowing.

Thu, Aug 20

Beaver Ecology by Kayak

Kayak paddle to explore beaver ecology along the Menomonee River.

Thu, Aug 20

Zoo a la Carte – Milwaukee County Zoo

Zoo a la Carte at Milwaukee County Zoo—music and dining in the animal park.

Thu, Aug 20

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. Oakland

Watch Marquette University men's soccer home opener vs. Oakland University.

Thu, Aug 20

Picnic in the Park

Outdoor picnic gathering for families and community members at Konkel Park.

Thu, Aug 20

"Wicked" FALLS FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT | Presented by WaterStone Bank

Outdoor family movie night screening Wicked with live music and food.

Fri, Aug 21

Food Truck Friday + Mini Market

Free outdoor summer event with rotating food trucks, local crafts & art at the Farmers Market.

Fri, Aug 21

Live! @ the AMP

Outdoor live entertainment for families at the AMP in Greenfield.

Fri, Aug 21 +1 dates

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Atlanta Braves

Brewers vs. Braves with Black Culture Fest presented by Aurora Health Care.

Fri, Aug 21

Atlanta Braves at Milwaukee Brewers

Atlanta Braves at Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field

Sat, Aug 22

Night Market by re:Craft and Relic

Shop 70+ artists and makers at free admission Night Market at Franksville Craft Beer Garden.

Sat, Aug 22

Falls Festival of the Arts 2026

100+ artists showcase their work at this one-day celebration in historic downtown Menomonee Falls.

Sat, Aug 22

Railfan Day at the East Troy Railroad

All-day train excursion for rail enthusiasts at East Troy Railroad Museum with hourly departures.

Sat, Aug 22

U-Pick Flower Farm

Pick-your-own flowers at a family farm — a colorful, hands-on outdoor outing.

Sun, Aug 23

Wheels & Water

See large machinery in action and meet the operators who keep Milwaukee running.

Sun, Aug 23

Nature & Forestry Fest

Educational nature and forestry festival at Konkel Park for all ages.

Sun, Aug 23

Community Cookout

Community cookout with outdoor food and family fun in Oak Creek.

Sun, Aug 23 +1 dates

Greenfield Farmers Market

Weekly farmers market with live music, fresh produce, and local goods for all ages.

Sun, Aug 23

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. Saint Mary's

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. Saint Mary's at Marquette University Athletics

Tue, Aug 25

Easterseals Night at the Ballpark with the Milwaukee Milkmen

Catch a Milwaukee Milkmen minor-league game with special Easterseals Night programming.

Wed, Aug 26

Back to School Bash with WAWM School District

Annual back-to-school celebration for families with games, activities & school-year prep resources.

Thu, Aug 27

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. UW-Milwaukee

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. UW-Milwaukee at Valley Fields

Fri, Aug 28 +2 dates

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Texas Rangers

Brewers vs. Rangers major league baseball game at American Family Field.

Fri, Aug 28

Snap-on INDYCAR Weekend

Watch elite INDYCAR racers compete in a rare doubleheader at Milwaukee Mile.

Fri, Aug 28

Snap-on INDYCAR Weekend at Milwaukee Mile

INDYCAR racing weekend at Milwaukee Mile—high-octane motorsports spectacle.

Sat, Aug 29

Movies in the Park

Outdoor movie screening at Konkel Park for families and all ages.

Sat, Aug 29

PULSE: A Health & Wellness Fest For All

Free family-friendly health & wellness festival at Henry Maier Festival Park with activities for all ages.

Sun, Aug 30

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. Northern Illinois

Watch Marquette University women's soccer take on Northern Illinois at Valley Fields.

Sun, Aug 30

Gallery Talk, Outdoor Walk, and Performance

Outdoor art walk and nature-inspired performance at Milwaukee Art Museum.

Tue, Sep 1

Monarch Butterfly Release and Celebration

Watch monarchs take flight at Villa Terrace Museum & Gardens' seasonal celebration.

Wed, Sep 2

MKE Racing Street Drags 300

Evening drag racing competition with 300-foot runs and spectator viewing at Wisconsin State Fair Park.

Thu, Sep 3

It's Alive! with R.J. Ziebarth

Free pop-up performances by local musicians, comedians, and street performers.

Sat, Sep 5

CARIBBEAN & LATIN AMERICAN FESTIVAL & SOMOS MILWAUKEE 5K RUN/WALK TO CELEBRATE CULTURE AND COMMUNITY IN WALKER’S POINT

Caribbean & Latin American Festival with 5K run/walk celebrating culture, food & community.

Sat, Sep 5

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. Northwestern

Catch Marquette University men's soccer vs. Northwestern University at Marquette Athletics.

Sun, Sep 6

Third Ward Art Festival

Free Labor Day weekend art festival celebrating local artists and crafts in the Historic Third Ward.

Mon, Sep 7

Salsa Showdown

Community salsa competition and cultural celebration at Oak Creek.

Mon, Sep 7

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs

MLB action: Milwaukee Brewers take on the Chicago Cubs at American Family Field.

Wed, Sep 9

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. St. Thomas

Marquette men's soccer vs. St. Thomas at Valley Fields.

Wed, Sep 9

Wednesday Night Live! featuring Bella Cain

Free live music by Bella Cain at Wisconsin State Fair Park's weekly summer concert series.

Fri, Sep 11

Homeschool Days at Old World

Hands-on history lessons in an immersive setting designed for homeschooled students at Old World Wisconsin.

Fri, Sep 11 +2 dates

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds

MLB showdown: Brewers vs. Reds with Wisconsin First Fridays special—50% off for residents!

Sat, Sep 12 +1 dates

43rd Annual Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts & Crafts

Historic farm celebrates local artisans with crafts, art, and harvest festival fun.

Sat, Sep 12

3rd Annual Health Olympics | 3er Olimpiadas de Salud

All-ages health celebration: join the 3rd Annual Health Olympics for free at Froedtert Forest Home Health Center.

Sun, Sep 13

Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts & Crafts

Celebration of local artisans & crafts at Historic Trimborn Farm Park—shop & support Milwaukee makers.

Sun, Sep 13

2nd Annual Farm to Fork

Farm-to-table celebration in Hartland featuring local food, partnerships & sustainable practices.

Sun, Sep 13

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. Loyola

Marquette women's soccer vs. Loyola at Valley Fields.

Sat, Sep 19

Fall Harvest Dinner Train on the East Troy Railroad

Elegant dinner train ride with Wisconsin cheeseboard, salad & beef bourguignon on the East Troy Railroad.

Sat, Sep 19

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. Eastern Illinois

Marquette women's soccer faces Eastern Illinois in a college matchup.

Sat, Sep 19

2nd Annual Rally Round for Children's Wisconsin

Festival of fun with bounce houses, games, and activities for all ages at Wisconsin State Fair Park.

Sun, Sep 20

First Responders Fest

Community gathering with Packers watch party and first responders celebration at Hart Park.

Sun, Sep 20

Ride on the Wild Side

Pedal your bike around Milwaukee County Zoo on the one day each year it's permitted.

Tue, Sep 22

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. UW-Milwaukee

Watch college soccer: Marquette vs. UW-Milwaukee at Valley Fields.

Fri, Sep 25 +1 dates

Milwaukee Brewers vs. St. Louis Cardinals

Watch the Brewers take on the Cardinals with Peanuts-themed fun and giveaways.

Sat, Sep 26

POPESFEST

POPESFEST—a fun reunion & block party at Pius XI Catholic High School before fall sets in.

Sat, Sep 26

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. Creighton

Watch college soccer: Marquette vs. Creighton at Valley Fields.

Sat, Sep 26

Autumn Glow Dinner Train on the East Troy Railroad

Scenic dinner train through fall foliage on the East Troy Railroad with Wisconsin cheeses and a full meal.

Sat, Sep 26

Piala's 16th Annual Fall Festival

Piala's 16th Annual Fall Festival at their nursery & garden shop in Waukesha—fun for the whole family.

Sat, Sep 26

Intentional Dads Showing Up Walk

Community walk celebrating fathers, mentors & positive male role models at Milwaukee County Zoo.

Sun, Sep 27

Harbor Fest 2026

Harbor Fest 2026—10th-anniversary waterfront festival celebrating 'What Lies Beneath' at Harborview Plaza.

Sun, Sep 27

Fall Into Shopping Fair

20 vendors, food, and shopping at this fall fair designed for families.

Thu, Oct 1

Legends & Lore

After-dark storytelling, games & spooky adventures in the woods at Old World Wisconsin.

Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

Halloween Legends & Lore

Spooky evening storytelling, games & performances at Old World Wisconsin—fun for kids, thrilling for older kids.

Fri, Oct 2

Harvest Fair

Three-day harvest celebration at Wisconsin State Fair with live entertainment across multiple stages.

Sat, Oct 3

Oktoberfest Dinner Train at the East Troy RR

Oktoberfest-themed dinner train ride on the East Troy Railroad with German cuisine and festive atmosphere.

Sun, Oct 4

Fall at the Fairgrounds 2026 by re:Craft & Relic

Shop 160+ artists, makers, and vintage vendors with live music at Jefferson County Fair Park.

Fri, Oct 9

Halloween Legends & Lore

Family-friendly spooky storytelling, games, and performances celebrating Halloween at Old World Wisconsin.

Sat, Oct 10

Epicurean Express Dinner Train

Upscale five-course dinner train experience on the East Troy Railroad with fine dining and scenic views.

Sat, Oct 10

Grow and Gather: Seed Saving

Learn the art and science of seed saving at Taliesin's historic kitchen garden.

Sat, Oct 10

Our Lady of Lourdes Milwaukee Oktoberfest

Traditional Oktoberfest celebration in Milwaukee with family-friendly activities.

Sat, Oct 10

Pumpkin Party

Free fall festival with costumes, trick-or-treating, activities & music at Davidson Park.

Fri, Oct 16

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. UConn

Watch Marquette men's soccer take on UConn at Valley Fields.

Wed, Oct 21

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. Xavier

Catch Marquette women's soccer vs. Xavier at Valley Fields.

Sat, Oct 24

Fall Festival

Full-day fall festival celebration with activities for all ages.

Sat, Oct 24

Historic Third Ward Fire Tour

Historic walking tour exploring Milwaukee's 1892 Great Fire in the Third Ward.

Sat, Oct 24

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. UConn

Watch Marquette women's soccer face off against UConn at Valley Fields.

Sat, Oct 31

Marquette Women's Soccer vs. Villanova

Watch Marquette Women's Soccer take on Villanova at Valley Fields.

Fri, Nov 6

Marquette Men's Soccer vs. Akron

Marquette Men's Soccer faces off against Akron at Valley Fields.

Wed, Nov 11

Hiking at Old World Wisconsin

Guided hikes through the scenic Kettle Moraine landscape in fall and winter at Old World Wisconsin.

Sat, Nov 21

Turkey Trails

A kids' fun run and family race event at Veterans Park with a dedicated kids dash in the morning.

Tue, Dec 1

Home for the Holidays

Step into 19th-century holiday traditions at this living-history museum's festive village experience.

Wed, Dec 2

Village Tree Lighting

Light up the holiday season at Wauwatosa's Village Tree Lighting, featuring the Tosa Cookie Trail.

Fri, Dec 4

Christmas in the Ward

Milwaukee's 37th annual Christmas in the Ward—kick off the season in the Historic Third Ward.

Fri, Dec 4

Christmas Around Milwaukee Bakery Bus

Festive bus tour of Milwaukee bakeries with holiday treats and seasonal cheer.

Sat, Dec 5

Home for the Holidays

Victorian holiday celebration with decorated historic homes, shops & cabins at Old World Wisconsin.

Sun, Dec 6

2026 Outdoor Holiday Market @Station 1846!

Holiday market with local vendors, live music & reindeer at Station 1846.