This week
The next seven days
Harbor Fest at UWM’s School of Freshwater Sciences (Harbor View Plaza)
Free waterfront festival celebrating freshwater science and lake ecology.
Will Branch Family Concert at Anodyne Coffee Roasters (Walker’s Point)
Live family-friendly concert by Will Branch at Anodyne Coffee Roasters.
Deer District Farmer’s Market
Fresh produce and local goods at the Deer District Farmer's Market.
Open House at the Milwaukee Fire Museum
Free open house at the Milwaukee Fire Museum with fire-safety history.
Harvest Fest at The East Troy Electric Railroad
Harvest-themed festival at a restored electric railroad with vintage train rides and seasonal fun.
Discover the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train
Free visit to the Midwest's largest G-scale model train display at Shady Lane Greenhouse.
Southside Dining Week Preview Party
Southside Dining Week Preview Party at Zocalo Food Park
Stepping Stone Farms Fall Open House (Franksville)
Free fall farm open house at Stepping Stone Farms—animals, activities & seasonal fun.
Sunday Funday Fiesta at Zócalo Food Truck Park
Sunday Funday Fiesta at Zócalo Food Truck Park in Milwaukee
Kings of Soul
Kings of Soul at Bradley Symphony Center
Liz Alpert Fay: Ordinary/Extraordinary Women WMQFA Exhibit
Liz Alpert Fay: Ordinary/Extraordinary Women WMQFA Exhibit at Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts
Greenfield Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with live music, fresh produce & local goods at Konkel Park.
Bean Plant Block Party
Fifth annual street festival with coffee, music, food, and activities at Anodyne.
Sunday in the Park with George
Sunday in the Park with George at Lake Country Playhouse
Opening of Treasure of the Mummies at the Milwaukee Domes
Mummy-themed exhibition at the beautiful Mitchell Park Conservatory with hands-on discovery.
2000s Trivia by America's Pub Quiz
2000s Trivia by America's Pub Quiz at The Explorium Brewpub Southridge
Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library
Board games and card games on Sunday afternoons at Tippecanoe Library.
Sunday Family Fun Day at Sky Zone Greenfield
Jump, play, and bounce at Sky Zone trampoline park family fun day.
Bahamas: Industrial Sport & Sound Tour
Bahamas: Industrial Sport & Sound Tour at Vivarium
Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Walk through a festive scarecrow-themed lane at Retzer Nature Center—free fall fun.
Trayf
Trayf at Next Act Theatre*
Fall Into Shopping Fair
20 vendors, food, and shopping at this fall fair designed for families.
Harbor Fest 2026
Harbor Fest celebrates its 10th anniversary with music, activities, and waterfront fun.
Pawtoberfest
Pet-friendly festival with crafts, food, vendors, and activities for animal lovers.
Golden Mast Oktoberfest
Golden Mast Oktoberfest in Okauchee—classic fall festival with food, fun, and family cheer.
Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE
Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE in Milwaukee
Brawl in the Beer Hall III: Royal Stumble
Brawl in the Beer Hall III: Royal Stumble at Lakefront Brewery, Inc.
Milwaukee’s Southside Dining Week
Milwaukee’s Southside Dining Week at South Shore Park
Doors Open Milwaukee
Free architectural walking tour of downtown Milwaukee's iconic buildings and neighborhoods.
Greenfield Farmer’s Market
Weekly farmer's market at Konkel Park with local produce and vendors.
Forks & Futures
Forks & Futures at Woman's Club of Wisconsin
Alley Cats III: Meowloween ft. The Hissy Kits
Alley Cats III: Meowloween ft. The Hissy Kits at Falcon Bowl
Bleachers
Bleachers at Landmark Credit Union Live
BrookFalls Farmers Market
Mobile farmers market with food trucks and live music in Brookfield.
Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast Fall Kick-Off at the Milwaukee County Zoo
Girl Scouts kick-off event at Milwaukee County Zoo featuring activities and animal encounters.
Scarecrow Lane
Halloween-themed walk through Retzer Nature Center featuring scarecrows and seasonal fun.
The National Wrestling Alliance presents NWA Samhain: Part 4
The National Wrestling Alliance presents NWA Samhain: Part 4 at Turner Hall Ballroom
Kohl's Design It! Lab Open
Kohl's Design It! Lab Open in Milwaukee
Wild Kratts: Creature Power Exhibit Opens at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE
Explore the Wild Kratts: Creature Power Exhibit at Betty Brinn Children's Museum in Milwaukee.
Piala’s Nursery Fall Fest
Free fall festival at Piala's Nursery with crafts, live music, and seasonal fun.
Animal Encounters
Meet live animal ambassadors like turtles and snakes at Discovery World's Great Lakes Future exhibit.
Lake Country DockHounds Outdoor Farmer’s Market & Car Show
Free outdoor farmers market and car show at Lake Country DockHounds ballpark.
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
Explore the role of pollinators in nature at Milwaukee County Zoo.
Costumes Needed at the Brookfield Library
Halloween program at Brookfield Library encouraging creative costume ideas and festive fun.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. St. Louis Cardinals
Milwaukee Brewers vs. St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field
WWE Monday Night RAW
WWE's flagship live wrestling show featuring top superstars performing at Fiserv Forum.
Monday LEGO Club
Kids build and create together at the Monday LEGO Club at Frank L. Weyenberg Library.
Used Book Sale
Used Book Sale at Cedarburg Public Library
Come Write In Writer's Group
Come Write In Writer's Group at Wauwatosa Public Library, Conference Room A
Music and Movement Story Time at The Oak Creek Public Library
Free story time with songs and movement for babies and toddlers.
Family Bingo - Back to School
Back-to-school themed bingo fun for the whole family at Cedarburg Public Library.
Introduction to Drawing with Pencil and Charcoal
Beginning drawing class for teens & adults learning pencil & charcoal basics.
CLOSED
CLOSED at Discovery World
Stories Alive
Drop-in storytimes with puppets, songs, and fingerplays for young children at Waukesha Public Library.
Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE
Sensory-rich messy play sessions for babies and toddlers at Betty Brinn.
Family Fun Storytime
Family Fun Storytime at Delafield Library—free stories, crafts, and giggles for young kids.
Art Therapy Discovery Workshop
Art Therapy Discovery Workshop at Cedarburg Public Library
Hartland Library Storytime
Hartland Library Storytime—free tales and early literacy fun for young bookworms.
ACT/SAT and Smarter College Planning Strategies
Virtual workshop on college planning, ACT/SAT prep, and admission strategies for teens.
Babytime at the Brookfield Library
Babytime at Brookfield Library—free songs, stories, and bonding for the littlest learners.
Teen Comic Book Club
Teens discuss manga, comics & graphic novels in a dedicated book club at the library.
Harrogate condo Association
Harrogate condo Association at Program Room B
Rhyme Time Stay & Play (ages 0-2)
Extended baby storytime with songs, stories, and free play at Wauwatosa Library.
Rhinelander Welcomes the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra concert conducted by Ryan Tani.
French Club for Kids at East Library MKE
Free French language club for kids at Milwaukee Public Library – East Branch.
Toddler Storytime @ the St. Francis Library
Free storytelling session for babies and toddlers at St. Francis Public Library.
Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
Free baby-and-parent program at Zarminali Pediatrics with parenting tips and early development info.
Toddler Time
Songs, stories & movement for babies and toddlers at Cedarburg Public Library.
Rhyme Time (ages 0-2)
Twenty-minute early literacy program with songs, stories, and fingerplays for babies.
Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
Stories, songs, dancing & activities for babies & toddlers at Waukesha Public Library.
Teen After School Activities
Games, crafts, and snacks with other teens at the library's after-school hangout.
PajamaRama
Cozy bedtime stories with puppets at the library—perfect for little ones in pajamas.
Foster the People
Foster the People at Landmark Credit Union Live
Toddler Time Storytime, Oconomowoc Library
Free toddler storytime at Oconomowoc Public Library.
Game Night at Center Street Library MKE
Free game night at Milwaukee Public Library – Center Street branch for kids and families.
Brookfield Library Playgroup
Free playgroup at Brookfield Library for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to socialize and play.
Value Tuesdays at Marcus Theatres
Value Tuesdays at Marcus Theatres—budget-friendly movie tickets for families.
Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Free story time for young listeners at Wonderland Bookshop in Shorewood.
Día de los Muertos Celebrations at the Milwaukee Art Museum
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with art, cultural traditions, and family activities at Milwaukee Art Museum.
The Argo Open House
The Argo Open House in Whitefish Bay
Youth Fiber Arts Club
Kids learn knitting, embroidery & crochet in this youth fiber arts club at the library.
Family Storytime
Interactive stories, finger plays, and songs for all ages at Weyenberg Library.
Experimental Tuesdays: TCB with Louis Messiah
Experimental Tuesdays: TCB with Louis Messiah at UWM Peck School of the Arts
Literacy Services of Wisconsin Study Group
Literacy Services of Wisconsin Study Group at Conference Room 4
National Coffee Day
National Coffee Day at Great Lakes Distillery, LLC
An Exploration of Gin’s Classic Heritage and Modern Renaissance
An Exploration of Gin’s Classic Heritage and Modern Renaissance at Waterford Wine & Spirits
Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library
Free building and design club for kids at Milwaukee Public Library's main downtown branch.
Cake & Florals Decorating Workshop
Cake & Florals Decorating Workshop at 414loral
Cribbage Club - OPEN PLAY
Cribbage Club - OPEN PLAY at Cedarburg Public Library
Story Time (ages 3-6)
Interactive storytime with songs & movement for ages 3–6 at Wauwatosa Public Library.
Baby and Lapsit Storytime, Oconomowoc Library
Free baby and lapsit storytime at Oconomowoc Public Library for the littlest listeners.
Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE
Drop-in maker activities for kids at Zablocki Library—free hands-on STEM fun.
Return to Camp Half-Blood: Author Talk with Rick Riordan and Annabelle Oh at The Pabst Theater
Hear from Percy Jackson author Rick Riordan at the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee.
Nintendo Switch Day!
Grades 3–6 gather at the library for multiplayer Nintendo Switch gaming with friends.
WR Post Card Writing
WR Post Card Writing at Program Room A/B
Waukesha Girl Scouts Open house
Waukesha Girl Scouts Open house at Program Room A/B
Read Aloud, Read Along! At Center Street Library
Interactive read-aloud program at Milwaukee Public Library – Center Street for emerging readers.
Stone Bank Farm Market: Kids on the Farm
Stone Bank Farm Market: Kids on the Farm
Freya Skye
Freya Skye at Landmark Credit Union Live
Planetarium Programs – Waukesha
Planetarium Programs at Horwitz DeRemer—explore space and stars from your seat.
CPL Needle Arts Club
CPL Needle Arts Club at Cedarburg Public Library
Story Time Stay & Play (ages 3-6)
Extended storytime with interactive stories and play for preschoolers.
Crafty Collective
Crafty Collective at Wauwatosa Public Library, Firefly Room
Move & Groove @ the St. Francis Library
Free music and movement program for babies and toddlers at St. Francis Public Library.
Pressed Flower Frame Workshop
Pressed Flower Frame Workshop at Great Lakes Distillery, LLC
Return to Camp Half-Blood with Rick Riordan and Annabelle Oh
Meet Rick Riordan and explore Percy Jackson's world at The Pabst Theater.
Artemas - LOVERCORE / GETTING UP TO NO GOOD Tour
Artemas - LOVERCORE / GETTING UP TO NO GOOD Tour at The Rave-Eagles Club
Patiopalooza at The Little Village Play Cafe (MKE/Tosa)
Free patio party with games and activities at Little Village Play Cafe.
Lauren Alaina: The Stages Tour
Lauren Alaina: The Stages Tour at The Pabst Theater
China Lights at Boerner Botanical Gardens (Hales Corners)
Walk through illuminated lantern sculptures at Boerner Botanical Gardens—a dazzling seasonal light show.
Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations
Free summer playgrounds throughout Milwaukee—open play and recreation for kids.
D'Lai
D'Lai at Milwaukee Improv (Main Room)
Pokémon Club
Pokémon fans meet up to trade, battle, and celebrate at Hartland Library.
Churchill
Churchill at Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
Streets of Old Milwaukee & European Village at The Milwaukee Public Museum
Explore Milwaukee's immigrant heritage through recreated historic streets and villages at the Public Museum.
Zeni Wine Dinner
Zeni Wine Dinner at Lupi & Iris
Special Features: Real People, Real Performances: Directing Non-Actors
Special Features: Real People, Real Performances: Directing Non-Actors at Virtual
EMO NIGHT with Midnight Anthem
EMO NIGHT with Midnight Anthem at Nashville North
Hidden Gems in Napa Valley
Hidden Gems in Napa Valley at Waterford Wine & Spirits
Lauren Alaina w/ Shane Profitt
Country star Lauren Alaina performs live at the historic Pabst Theater in Milwaukee.
Artist Talk + Performance: “Reggie Wilson/Fist and Heel Performance Group: POWER”
Artist Talk + Performance: “Reggie Wilson/Fist and Heel Performance Group: POWER” at Milwaukee Art Museum
Preschool Fun Days
Early-literacy storytime and activities for preschoolers and caregivers.
Film Faculty & Staff Screenings
Film Faculty & Staff Screenings at UWM Peck School of the Arts
5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche
5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche at The Constructivists
Craft & Chat at East Library MKE
Drop-in craft session with conversation at Milwaukee Public Library's East Branch.
Kickoff Event for Let’s Hike Delafield
Kickoff event for Let's Hike Delafield community hiking initiative.
Halloween Legends & Lore
Spooky evening storytelling, games & performances at Old World Wisconsin—fun for kids, thrilling for older kids.
Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum
Free admission Thursdays at the Milwaukee Public Museum—explore exhibits at no cost.
Brookfield Library Toddler Tales
Toddler-focused stories and activities at Brookfield Library.
LEGO Club-Waukesha
Free LEGO building club at Waukesha Public Library—perfect for school-age builders.
Time for Tots
Free playgroup for young children and caregivers at Zion Lutheran Church, Hartland.
11th Annual Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival
Film festival celebrating Islamic culture and storytelling for families.
Legends & Lore
After-dark storytelling, games & spooky adventures in the woods at Old World Wisconsin.
Too Hot For Leather
Too Hot For Leather at Shank Hall
Legend Zeppelin
Legend Zeppelin at Vivarium
Family Storytime @ the St. Francis Library
Free family story time at St. Francis Public Library for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
East Troy First Fridays: Fall Fair at Village Square Park
Free fall fair in East Troy with vendors, activities, and community fun on First Friday.
Harvest Fair
Drive-thru harvest celebration at Wisconsin State Fair Park with seasonal treats.
Leonid & Friends
Leonid & Friends at The Riverside Theater
KiNG MALA: The Golden Thing Tour
KiNG MALA: The Golden Thing Tour at The Argo
Little Big Town
Little Big Town at Miller High Life Theatre
ADORNER's Single Release Show at Nashville North!
ADORNER's Single Release Show at Nashville North! in Milwaukee
Alana Springsteen I HOPE THIS HELPS tour
Alana Springsteen I HOPE THIS HELPS tour at The Rave-Eagles Club
Chad Daniels
Chad Daniels at Milwaukee Improv (Main Room)
Fern Spores
Fern Spores at Art Bar
Harvest Fair
Three-day harvest celebration at Wisconsin State Fair with live entertainment across multiple stages.
Oysters at the Wine Bar
Oysters at the Wine Bar at Waterford Wine & Spirits - Delafield*
Mutts Gone Nuts - Unleashed
Hilarious canine stunt show featuring world-class performing dogs and their handlers.
Christian Sands
Christian Sands at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts*
Mt. Joy
Mt. Joy 2026: Celebrating 10 Years Of Mt. Joy at Landmark Credit Union Live
First Responders Weekend Highlighting Lauren Gunawan
Meet first responders and explore a legendary motorcycle museum on a special weekend celebration.
Weekend Workshop: Taliesin Fellowship Experience
Step into Frank Lloyd Wright's world at this hands-on Taliesin experience.
The Hollows at Phantom Lake YMCA
Autumn activity at Phantom Lake YMCA Camp — part of fall programming.
East Troy Farmers Market
Local farmers market with fresh produce and community vendors in East Troy.
Food Truck Friday
Free food truck gathering at the airport—casual family-friendly eats and fun.
Free First Fridays at The Racine Art Museum
Free admission to Racine Art Museum on First Fridays—a great intro to art for all ages.
State Fair Harvest Fair
State Fair Harvest Fair at West Allis—free fall festival for families.
You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE
Free hands-on building program for kids at Milwaukee Public Library's Center Street branch.
Acorn Collecting Workshop at the Forest Exploration Center
Learn to identify oak trees and collect acorns for forest restoration.
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl In Concert
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl In Concert at Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl In Concert
Milwaukee Symphony performs Pirates of the Caribbean film with live orchestral score.
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Glow ice skating fun at Eble Park Ice Arena in Brookfield.
Abundant Life Church Fall Festival
Free fall festival at Abundant Life Apostolic Church with family-friendly fun.
Brookfield Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market in Brookfield with fresh local produce and vendors.
Harvest Craft Fair
Free craft fair at a local school featuring handmade goods and artisan vendors.
Illuminating the Dark Tour at Pabst Mansion
Illuminating the Dark Tour at Pabst Mansion in Milwaukee
Raptor Saturday at Schlitz Audubon MKE
Wildlife education program focusing on raptors at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center.
Oktoberfest Dinner Train at the East Troy RR
Oktoberfest-themed dinner train ride on the East Troy Railroad with German cuisine and festive atmosphere.
Waukesha Art Crawl
Free art walk through downtown Waukesha showcasing local galleries and artists.
Tour of Homes 2026
Tour of Homes 2026 at Kneeland-Walker House
Jim Henson's Labyrinth In Concert 40th Anniversary
Experience the magic of Jim Henson's Labyrinth as a live concert at The Pabst Theater.
Story Time in the Galleries at Milwaukee Art Museum
Babies and toddlers enjoy stories and art exploration in the galleries of Milwaukee Art Museum.
Delafield Farmers Market
Free farmers market in Delafield with live music and local vendors.
ART THAT FEELS LIKE YOU: An Art Exhibition For The Community
Free community art exhibition celebrating identity through denim and mixed media.
Arts @ Large 25th Anniversary Community Celebration
Free community art celebration with hands-on making, face painting, music, food, and cake.
Ashley Cooke: The Baby Blues Tour
Ashley Cooke: The Baby Blues Tour at The Rave-Eagles Club
John Scofield's Electrospective
John Scofield's Electrospective at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts*
Cracker
Cracker at Shank Hall
Greenfield Fall Family Fest at Konkel Park
Free fall family festival at Konkel Park with activities and fun for all ages.
Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Sensory-Friendly Session
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly session at Betty Brinn Children's Museum for a calm, welcoming visit.
Korea Day
Cultural celebration with K-Pop dance performances, food, and activities at UWM.
The Holdup: The BUYING TIME Tour w/ Cydeways & Dylan Reese
The Holdup: The BUYING TIME Tour w/ Cydeways & Dylan Reese at The Argo
Tosa Farmers Market
Shop local produce, crafts, and food at Wauwatosa's free, family-friendly farmers market.
A night of rock 'n' roll from The Solution at Nashville North!
A night of rock 'n' roll from The Solution at Nashville North! in Milwaukee
Try Hockey for FREE, Hartland
Free intro to hockey at Mullett Ice Center in Hartland—try it before you commit.
Dance Fest 2026
All-ages dance showcase featuring companies from across the country.
Falls Harvest Festival
Free fall festival at Mill Pond Park with live music, games, and harvest fun for all ages.
Milwaukee County Zoo Free Day
Free admission day at Milwaukee County Zoo—explore wildlife without the ticket cost.
MKE Studio Tour
MKE Studio Tour in Milwaukee
ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library
Preschoolers explore letters and literacy through play and stories at Milwaukee Central Library.
TOSA Locally Made Fall Pop-Up Market
Shop 30+ Wisconsin artists & makers at a fall pop-up market in Wauwatosa.
Fruition
Fruition at Shank Hall
GO DOG GO! / VE PERRO ¡VE!
P.D. Eastman's "Go Dog Go!" comes alive as a bilingual musical at First Stage.
New Berlin Farmers Market
Free farmers market at New Berlin City Center with fresh local produce.
Farmers Market
Farmers Market at Oak Creek
Mamma Mania: The American ABBA Tribute
ABBA tribute band Mamma Mania at The Argo in Whitefish Bay.
Hartford Farmers Market
Free farmers market at Jordan Park in Hartford with local produce and vendors.
Dinner Detective Milwaukee
Dinner Detective Milwaukee at The Dinner Detective Milwaukee
Dance Fest at Marcus Peforming Arts Center Peck Pavilion
Watch talented dancers of all levels showcase their skills at Marcus Performing Arts Center.
Culture Fest
Celebrate global cultures through food, music, art, and traditions.
Milwaukee Zoo Family Free Day
Enjoy free admission to Milwaukee County Zoo on this special family day—fun for everyone!
Lecture: Frank Lloyd Wright and the Driftless Area
Lecture: Frank Lloyd Wright and the Driftless Area at Taliesin Preservation*
Oconomowoc Farmers Market
Free farmers market at Bank Five Nine Parking Lot in Oconomowoc.
Waukesha Farmers Market
Free farmers market in Waukesha with fresh produce, local vendors, and community vibes.
More events outside the Milwaukee area
2 events farther afield.
High Road
Live musical theater dinner show at The Fireside featuring pianist Sarah Davison and guest performers.
SCCA National Championship Runoffs
SCCA National Championship Runoffs at Road America