1. Whitefish Bay Art Festival
ALL WEEKEND FROM 10 A.M.-5 P.M. | DOWNTOWN WHITEFISH BAY
Check out thousands of paintings, sculptures, jewelry, photographs and more from over 100 juried artists at this art festival. Enjoy local foods and have a cold beer from 1840 Brewing while you browse.
2. Bristol Renaissance Faire
ALL WEEKEND 10 A.M.-7 P.M. | 12550 120TH AVE., KENOSHA
The annual Bristol Renaissance Faire kicks off this weekend. Travel back in time to 1574 and immerse yourself in the celebration of Queen Elizabeth. Enjoy food, games, rides, music and more renaissance-themed fun.
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3. Concert Series: Peter Thomas
FRIDAY FROM 6-9 P.M. | DEER DISTRICT
Head to the Deer District’s Beer Garden to listen to music from Peter J. Thomas, a member of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. Choose from a large selection of craft beers and relax with some live classical music.
4. Starry Nights Featuring Wisconsin Philharmonic Orchestra
FRIDAY FROM 6:30-8:30 P.M. | 19805 W CAPITOL DR.
Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets to find your perfect spot in Wilsons Centers outdoor theatre to experience a free outdoor concert by the Wisconsin Philharmonic Orchestra Pack this Friday.
5. Celebrate Milwaukee Theatre
FRIDAY AT 7 P.M. | 127 E WELLS ST.
Celebrate the Milwaukee theater community with Sunstone Studios MKE. All are welcome to play local theatre trivia, snap pictures at the photobooth, sing and dance to karaoke and mingle at this free event. A cash bar will be available.
6. Speak Now Taylor Swift Dance Party
FRIDAY AT 9 P.M. | THE RAVE/EAGLES CLUB
Celebrate the re-release of Taylor Swift’s enchanting Speak Now album at the Rave. Swifties will be transported to a world of love, heartbreak and self-discovery at this DJ dance party. Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) will be played from start to finish, followed by other Taylor’s Version hits to end the evening.
7. JJ Williamson at Milwaukee Improv
FRIDAY AT 7 P.M. AND SATURDAY AT 6:30 P.M. | 20110 LOWER UNION ST., BROOKFIELD
Stand-up comedian J.J. Williamson, originally from Atlanta, is coming to Milwaukee. Laugh the night away at one of his improv shows on Friday or Saturday at Milwaukee Improv in Brookfield. This event is ticketed and 21-and-over.
8. Summerfest Weekend 3
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY | SUMMERFEST GROUNDS
Celebrate the last weekend of the Big Gig with musical performances from Walk the Moon, Japanese Breakfast, Yungblud, The Pretty Reckless and more. Enjoy food from local vendors, shop at all the markets and take-in the beautiful views of Lake Michigan.
9. Make No Mistake Vintage Market
SATURDAY FROM NOON-6 P.M. | THIRD SPACE BREWING
Join Third Space Brewing at this market featuring over fifty vintage and handmade vendors. There will be food vendors and live music to enjoy while you shop. The market is open to all (including dogs) and is free to attend.
10. Racine Margarita Fest
SATURDAY FROM 1-4 P.M. | RACINE ZOO
At Racine Zoo’s Margarita Fest, you’ll get to sample 12 margaritas, from pink lemonade to mango chili. And while you sip, listen to listening to Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band. Proceeds benefit the animals at Racine Zoo.
11. Counterparts
SATURDAY AT 7 P.M. | THE RAVE/EAGLES CLUB
Change up your Saturday with some metalcore at the Rave with Canadian melodic hardcore band Counterparts. Openers are Like Moth to Flames, Boundaries and Omerta.
12. Summer Stars Broadway Cabaret
SUNDAY AT 2 P.M. AND 4 P.M. | SUNSET PLAYHOUSE
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets – and be ready to sing along to favorite Broadway hits – at this one-hour concert on Sunset Playhouse’s north lawn. The performers are from area high schools and you can bring (optional) donations.
13. Clark House Museum Ice Cream Social
SUNDAY FROM NOON-4 P.M. | 206 E. WISCONSIN AVE
Wander around the Clark House Museum, enjoy some old-time kids games and indulge in an ice cream treat at this event. Admission is free and all are welcome!
14. Shakespeare In The Park: Cymbeline
SUNDAY FROM 5-6:30 P.M. | ALVERNO COLLEGE, 3400 S. 43RD
Brush up on your Shakespeare at this live outdoor performance of Cymbeline. Immerse in the tragic, romantic and comedic tale told in just 90 minutes. This event is free but reservations are recommended.
