Featured Events
1. Third Ward Moon Festival
FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY AT VARIOUS TIMES | CATALANO SQUARE
Celebrate the moon and all her glory at the Third Ward Moon Festival. Throughout the weekend, enjoy moon-themed performances from local groups like the Milwaukee Ballet and Skylight Music Theatre, dance to live music, try out a new painting technique at the kid’s corner and more. A full life of activities and a performance schedule is available online. This festival is free to attend and open to all ages.
2. Epilogue Books Audiobook Walk
SUNDAY FROM 3-5:30 P.M. | ROTARY PARK – MENOMONEE FALLS
Gather with the folks at Epilogue Books for their first ever audiobook walk. The goal is to get together as a community, get some steps in and enjoy reading with others. The walk will be about an hour and then snacks and book talk will take place in the park after. Two ticket options are available online, one for $7 and one for $25 that includes a t-shirt and entry into a giveaway.
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3. Under the Sea Story and Sensory Adventure
THURSDAY FROM 10-11:15 A.M. | THE GIVING BEAR FACTORY
The Giving Bear Factory is hosting an under the sea themed adventure for children ages one through six. An interactive storytime, multiple guided sensory stations, movement course and more will lead kids in an underwater rescue mission. Admission is $5 per child at the door and caregivers are required to stay the entire event.
4. ArtBlaze
THURSDAY FROM 4-9:30 P.M. | SOUTH SHORE PARK
ArtBlaze is back for weekend two and this time it’s hosted at South Shore Park. This Thursday’s festival includes break dancing lessons, musical performances and family-friendly activities – all in the name of community, creativity and connection. This event is free to attend and open to all ages.
5. 414digital’s 6th Annual Beer Garden Social
THURSDAY FROM 5-8 P.M. | JUNEAU BEER GARDEN
414digital and Basis have teamed up for their sixth beer garden social event and this year it’s held at the Juneau Beer Garden. Tickets include two complimentary drink tickets and access to a full night of connections, beer and networking. Tickets are available online for $10 each or $15 for a special bundle of two tickets.
6. Currents 40: Widline Cadet
THURSDAY FROM 6:15-7:15 P.M. | MILWAUKEE ART MUSEUM
Meet local luminaries from the arts, Black diaspora and immigrant communities from the Herzfeld Center for Photography and Media Arts as they reflect on the Milwaukee Art Museum’s new exhibit Currents 40: Widline Cadet. The panel includes three speakers, Dr. Monique Liston, Gabriela Parra and Claude-Allen Milhomme. This event is free with admission to the museum and takes place during a pay-what-you-wish night.
7. Laundry Day
FRIDAY FROM 8-9 P.M. | CSZ MILWAUKEE
It’s laundry day at ComedySportz and they’re asking for you to throw your ideas into the hamper for Big and Tall, Spin Cycle and Tumble Dry to create an improvised show. This show has a $10 admissions fee that can be paid in cash or through Venmo at the door. This show is 18+ only.
8. Oak Creek Sports Card Show
SATURDAY FROM 9 A.M.-4 P.M. | SALVATION ARMY COMMUNITY CENTER
200 tables of vintage and modern sports cards, Pokemon cards and TCG will be set up at the Salvation Army Community Center for this massive card show hosted by Fat Daddy’s Sports. Admission to the event is a $1 donation to the Salvation Army and the concession stand will be serving food all day.
9. We the People Community Event
SATURDAY FROM 10 A.M.-4 P.M. | MILWAUKEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
In celebration of the opening of the “We the People: Milwaukee Stories of Immigration, Citizenship and Community” exhibit, this free family-friendly community festival is jam packed with things to do. Watch the hourly performances, learn origami with the Organization of Chinese Americans, create a recycled paper rose, color a picture of the Statue of Liberty and eat some good food while celebrating the community.
10. MELA – Festival of India 2026
SATURDAY FROM 10:30 A.M.-8 P.M. | SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Experience the traditional Indian fair of Mela at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center For the Arts. In India, Mela celebrates India’s culture, heritage and community. This festival features cultural performances, Indian cuisine, arts, crafts and clothing vendors and many family-friendly activities. Admission is free and open to all ages.
11. Hack the Planet Cyberpunk Rave Dance Party
SATURDAY AT 9 P.M.-1:30 A.M. | X-RAY ARCADE
Subspace is back at X-Ray Arcade for a killer cyberpunk rave dance party with Hack the Planet. Live DJs will be spinning tracks until the early morning hours. This event is 18+ and a $5 cash only cover fee will be collected at the door.
12. MKE Outdoor Rock Show
SATURDAY FROM 6:30-10 P.M. | KOCHANSKI’S CONCERTINA BEER HALL
Head to Kochanski’s outdoor patio stage for this summertime rock concert. The show features Blind Hill, Mural Hall and Calvatia for a night of great music. A $10 cover will be collected at the door to support the bands.
13. The Gothic Market
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM NOON-5 P.M. | BAIRD CENTER
Grimoire Academy presents the Gothic Market at the Baird Center. Vendors from around the country are selling their witchy wares, spooky goods and more. The market built for anyone with a love of dark fantasy. Tickets are three dollars each and can be purchased online.
14. 99 to 100 Celebrations: Bloody Bourbon Sunday
SUNDAY FROM 4-8 P.M. | STORY HILL FIREHOUSE
Build your own bloody mary and enjoy specialty smoked cocktails at the Story Hill FireHouse. Puppy Costello will play live music and the bloody mary bar will be complete with a garnish garden station so you can make your perfect pairing. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawnchair and hang out on the lawn. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door for $10.
