Featured Events
1. Lakefront Festival of Art
FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 10 A.M.-7 P.M. | MILWAUKEE ART MUSEUM
145 juried artists from across the country are coming to this year’s Lakefront Festival of Art. The three-day festival includes live music, food and drinks and, of course, tons of art. Three-day passes are available for $45 and general admission is $25. Tickets include access to the Milwaukee Art Museum as well.
2. BioBlitz
SATURDAY FROM 10 A.M.-3 P.M. | WEHR NATURE CENTER
The Milwaukee Public Museum’s annual BioBlitz is this weekend. For 24 hours, celebrate biodiversity with local scientists as they work together to see how many species of plants and animals they can find in one area. The public is encouraged to join in the fun with outdoor activities taking place throughout the day. A schedule of activities is available on the MPM website. This event is free to attend and family-friendly.
3. Sip and Savor Wisconsin Festival
SATURDAY FROM NOON-5 P.M. | THE BAVARIAN BIERHAUS
Taste some of the best cheese, beer and sausage Wisconsin has to offer in one afternoon. A ticket gets guests unlimited samples from local brewers, distillers, wineries and makers of artisan cheese, sausage and other specialty foods. The smorgasbord includes live entertainment and more. General admission tickets are $70 each, with a discounted ticket available for designated drivers.
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4. Miller Time World Cup Headquarters
ALL WEEKEND FROM NOON-10 P.M. | MILLER TIME PUB AND GRILL
Celebrate the biggest tournament in the world at Miller Time Pub and Grill throughout this weekend. Every match will be live streamed, cold beer is on tap and the kitchen is open. Miller Time is offering a Golden Boot special – a drinking boot full of beer for $22 with $10 refills.
5. Democratic Gubernatorial Forum
THURSDAY FROM 7 P.M.-8:30 P.M. | BAY VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
Join Indivisible South Shore and Grassroots North Shore to hear about K-12 education directly from the Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor. The questions will be presented by students. Walk-in child care is available for potty-trained children and ASL interpretation is also available. This event is free to attend and meets ADA standards.
6. Turtle Fest
FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 9 A.M.-3 P.M. | DISCOVERY WORLD
Discovery World is throwing a three-day “shellabration” for their resident turtles! Meet the turtles, create turtle-themed crafts, watch a turtle feeding and more. Access to Turtle Fest is included with a ticket to Discovery World.
7. Gather Them
FRIDAY FROM 4-10 P.M. | THE COOPERAGE
Gather Them is back at The Cooperage this year. Join the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project for scavenger hunt bingo, pop up drag shows, a queer dance party and more. This event is open to anyone 21+ and general admission tickets are $15 when purchased in advance or $20 at the door. All net profits made will go directly back into supporting the community.
8. Fare in the Square
FRIDAY AT 5 P.M. | DREXEL TOWN SQUARE
The first Fare in the Square is coming to Drexel Town Square this Friday! Enjoy local food trucks, participate in kid-friendly activities and enjoy live entertainment all evening. This event is free to attend.
9. Third Space Brewing! Featuring Do Si Do
FRIDAY FROM 6:30-8:30 P.M. | THIRD SPACE BREWING
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to square dance, here’s your chance. Expert caller Big Mike is hosting a beginner-friendly square dancing night. The session is 90-minutes and will include two 15-minute breaks. If you already have a dance partner, great! Tickets can be purchased as a single for $13 or a pair for $21. All dancer partners are welcome.
10. Summer Reading Challenge and Workshop
SATURDAY FROM 9 A.M.-1 P.M. | OAK CREEK FARMERS MARKET
Get your pages in this summer with the Oak Creek Public Library! The summer reading program is officially beginning this Saturday with a kick off at the Oak Creek Farmers Market. Learn about the challenge, grab some library swag and get signed up to win prizes all summer long. The summer reading challenge is free to participate in. By signing up, participants will win electronic badges for reaching reading and activity milestones while being able to track progress and write book reviews.
11. Read with Pride Romance Book Fair
SATURDAY FROM 10 A.M.-3 P.M. | BAIRD CENTER
The Well Red Damsel, a women-owned, queer-owned independent romance only bookstore, is hosting a pride book fair with over 25 romance authors and vendors. Admission is free, the space is nonjudgemental and everyone is welcome.
12. MKE Pride Market 2026: Love All Around
SATURDAY FROM NOON-6 P.M. | ALICE’S GARDEN
Celebrate creativity and pride this Saturday with this family-friendly outdoor market. Vendors will include LGBTQ makers, artists and small businesses alongside local food vendors and live entertainment. Admission to the market is free.
13. Happy Day at Third Space Brewing! A Celebration of Happy Place Midwest Pale Ale
SATURDAY FROM 1-5 P.M. | THIRD SPACE BREWING
Oh happy day! Celebrate Third Space Brewing’s Happy Place Midwest Pale Ale with live music, food, including Happy Place-infused menu items, day-fresh Happy Place, happy-themed flash tattoos and more. This event is free to attend and the first 50 guests to arrive will receive a free Happy Place beer koozie.
14. SAUCED Night Market
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY FROM 5-10 P.M. | HOUSE OF RAD
The SAUCED Night market is back and saucier than ever. The two-story House of Rad building will house 50 vendors, including new and emerging chefs and artisans, and 40 open art studios across each level alongside music from DJ Dudley Noon. SAUCED is free to attend and open to all ages. A full list of vendors can be found on the SAUCED website.
15. VeganMania Milwaukee
SUNDAY FROM 11 A.M.-4 P.M. | GREENFIELD PARK
Enjoy a day of vegan food vendors, food trucks, bakeries and more at Greenfield Park this Sunday. A market full of exhibitors, farm sanctuaries and animal nonprofits will be featured alongside the good eats. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. All net vendor table fees will be donated back to the Wisconsin farm sanctuaries and animal-focused nonprofits.
