Featured Events
1. Wisconsin State Fair
ALL WEEKEND | WISCONSIN STATE FAIR PARK
Head over to West Allis this weekend to close out the final days of the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair. Tickets to The All-American Rejects on Thursday, Lindsey Stirling on Friday and AJR on Saturday at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage are on sale here. And if you’re not sure what to check out after setting foot on the grounds, see our editors’ thoughts on every Sporkie this year has to offer. General admission tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the gate.
2. Milwaukee Irish Fest
ALL WEEKEND | HENRY MAIER FESTIVAL PARK
Milwaukee Irish Fest is returning to the summerfest grounds for a four-day lakefront takeover. Find returning headliners Gaelic Storm, Gardiner Brothers, Altan, Scythian, Eileen Ivers and JigJam on some of the weekend’s 17 stages of music, dance and cultural entertainment. Plus, special events, including a Wisconsin Badgers pep rally and performances by viral social media bagpiper Ally the Piper, are also included with general admission tickets.
3. Rev & Rumble
SATURDAY FROM 4-8 P.M. | DAVIDSON PARK
You can watch amateur Milwaukee boxers go head-to-head in the ring at Davidson Park for the second annual Rev & Rumble boxing night. Between matches, there will be local food vendors and exclusive merchandise for fans of all ages. This four-hour event is free to attend.
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4. Poetry on the Plaza
THURSDAY AT 6 P.M. | CUDAHY FAMILY LIBRARY
Join the South Shore poets for an annual outdoor reading at the Cudahy Family Library. The theme for the night: peace or “poet’s choice.” Attendees will be welcome to share no more than two poems, 40 lines or less. To register, visit the Cudahy Family Library’s website.
5. Milwaukee Milkmen vs. Chicago Dogs
THURSDAY AT 6:30 P.M. | FRANKLIN FIELD
The Milwaukee Milkmen will take on their final matchup against the Chicago Dogs at Franklin Field on Thursday night — and they’re offering $1 beers all night long. Grab tickets here.
6. Five Finger Death Punch
THURSDAY AT 6:45 P.M. | AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE AMPHITHEATER
Five Finger Death Punch is bringing the energy to the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Thursday night for the Milwaukee stop on their 20th anniversary world tour, with supporting guests Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire. Tickets to the 6:45 p.m. show are on sale here.
7. ‘Above, Below, Within’
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY | BRONZEVILLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS’ GALLERY 507
Two days remain of Maryland-based artist Ciarra K. Walters’ solo exhibition at Bronzeville Center for the Arts’ Gallery 507. Through performance and video, “Above, Below, Within” is a transformation of Walters’ body into temporary sculptures, placing her in natural and architectural environments around the world.
8. Justin Bieber Night
FRIDAY AT 9 P.M. | THE RAVE/EAGLES CLUB
Baby, Baby, Baby, Friday is a night for the Beliebers. On What?! Milwaukee is throwing a JB-themed party at The Rave/Eagles Club starting at 9 p.m. Tickets to the swag-filled sing-along are on sale here.
9. Punk Rock Rummage Sale
SATURDAY FROM 11 A.M.-3 P.M. | X-RAY ARCADE
At X-Ray Arcade’s punk rock rummage sale and summer patio party, they’ve got vintage, vinyl and art for the taking. DJs, food and drinks will be there to fuel through the afternoon of this all-ages event. A $2 early bird cover is due before noon.
10. The Art of Giannis
SATURDAY FROM 6-10 P.M. | THE BUCKLER
Milwaukee-based interdisciplinary artist Cristy C. Corso is unveiling her large-scale portrait of Giannis Antetokounmpo at a Saturday night farewell celebration of our city’s basketball legend. This free community art experience will have light bites and beverages, photo ops and a DJ for goodbyes in good spirits.
11. MELA – Festival of India 2026
SATURDAY FROM 10:30 A.M.-8 P.M. | SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
This is the last chance this month to experience Mela at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center For the Arts. This festival offers a rich opportunity to engage with Indian cultural traditions and of course, eat delicious food. This festival also features arts, crafts and clothing vendors and more. Admission is free and open to all ages.
12. Pilates in the Park
SUNDAY FROM 10-11 A.M. | MCKINLEY MARINA CENTRAL DOCKS
Take a free pilates class by the lake! Revel Method Pilates is celebrating its new Milwaukee location with mat pilates in the park. Reserve your spot online, and don’t forget to bring your personal yoga mat and water bottle. Plus, Revel is partnering with Face Foundrie Milwaukee to gift each attendee a post-class goodie bag.
13. Double Feature Movie Night in the Garden
SUNDAY FROM 4-10 P.M. | VILLA TERRACE MUSEUM & GARDENS
Settle into the gardens at Villa Terrace for a 5 p.m. screening of “KPop Demon Hunters” and a 7 p.m. screening of “Mamma Mia!” Guests are encouraged to come early and set up shop with blankets, lawn chairs and their favorite snacks.
14. We Are Water
SUNDAY AT 5 P.M. | MCKINLEY BEACH
Milwaukee Water Commons’ annual fest on the beach is back to celebrate all the ways that water connects us. We Are Water is free to attend, and families and guests can meet local artists, make a sturgeon puppet and learn simple ways to help care for our rivers, lakes and neighborhoods. Plus, Purple Door Ice Cream will be serving complimentary treats while supplies last.
