Featured Events
1. Mexican Fiesta
FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY | HENRY MAIER FESTIVAL PARK
Mexican Fiesta, one of the longest-running festivals in Milwaukee, is back for its 52nd year. This weekend, you can head over to the Summerfest Grounds to take part in the cultural tradition that includes food, Mariachi and lots of musical performances. Tickets are $25 at the gate or $20 at El Rey grocery stores and online. Check out the free live music lineup here.
2. Fresh Coast Jazz Festival
THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY | PABST THEATER
The sixth-annual Fresh Coast Jazz Festival is taking over the Pabst Theater this weekend, with Friday and Saturday performances by legendary and emerging talent such as Gerald Albright, Kayla Waters, The Braxton Brothers and more. You can purchase festival tickets here, along with reservations to Thursday evening’s kick-off wine tasting and concert and Saturday’s lunch and live music cruise on Milwaukee’s coast.
3. Falls Festival of the Arts
SATURDAY FROM 10 A.M.-5 P.M. | MAIN STREET, MENOMONEE FALLS
On Saturday, Downtown Menomonee Falls will showcase over 100 local, regional and statewide artists on Main Street. What originated as a small art walk five years ago is now a fest of live music, food trucks, a beer and wine garden, street performers and more. This free family-friendly event also offers demonstrations and a community art project.
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4. Brewers vs. Giants
ALL WEEKEND | AMERICAN FAMILY FIELD
Watch the Brew Crew take on the San Francisco Giants this weekend. Sunday’s game will honor the legendary Bob Uecker with a special pregame program and in-game tributes. All fans in attendance will receive a commemorative Uecker pin. Find tickets to all three games here.
5. Author Talk: Judy Karofsky
THURSDAY FROM 1-2 P.M. | MILWAUKEE CENTRAL LIBRARY
Join author and former Middleton mayor Judy Karofsky for a discussion of her new book, DisElderly Conduct: The Flawed Business of Assisted Living and Hospice. Karofsky offers her personal journey with her mother to look at the realities of aging and elder care in America. Book sales will be available from Boswell Book Co.
6. Gowns & Goblets: Ladies Night Out & Wine Walk
THURSDAY FROM 4-8 P.M. | INVENTORS BREWPUB, PORT WASHINGTON
Gather your ladies for a night of Renaissance revelry in Port Washington. Ladies Night Out is $10 at Inventors Brewpub with raffles, games, photo ops, limo rides and more, and the $18 Wine Walk add-on will include a custom wine glass. Gowns and Renaissance wear are encouraged. Get tickets here.
7. Art Blaze on the Beach
THURSDAY FROM 4-9:30 P.M. | MCKINLEY BEACH
Thursday marks this summer’s final Art Blaze on the Beach, a series of free community events at McKinley Beach celebrating creativity, connection and summer joy. Guests can come out to experience interactive art, live music, bonfires and artisan vendors on the shoreline, presented by local nonprofit Joy Engine.
8. Soap-Making Workshop
THURSDAY FROM 6-8 P.M. | MEQUON PUBLIC MARKET
Looking for a new hobby, side hustle or just a way to save a buck? Learn to make your own soap at this Mequon Public Market workshop on Thursday night. All materials will be provided, and participants will leave with a soap recipe and mold along with their creation. Closed-toe shoes and long sleeves are recommended. Reserve your spot here.
9. Milwaukee Milkmen vs. Kane County Cougars
THURSDAY AT 6:30 P.M. | FRANKLIN FIELD
The Milwaukee Milkmen will take on the Kane County Cougars on Thursday at Franklin Field – and they’re offering $1 beers all night long. Grab tickets here.
10. Rhinestone Rodeo Drag Show
THURSDAY FROM 6:30-8 P.M. | CENTRAAL GRAND CAFÉ & TAPPERY
Giddy up! There’s a Rhinestone-Rodeo-themed drag show at Centraal Grand Café & Tappery this Thursday night with performances by queens Supernova, Jezebel Royale Diamond, Angel Voyer and Ponyboy. Herradura Tequila will kick off the night with a free welcome shot for all 21+ guests. Get tickets online.
11. Ozomatli
FRIDAY AT 8 P.M. | VIVARIUM
Head to Vivarium for an intimate performance by Ozomatli, a three-time Grammy Award-winning group out of Los Angeles on their “30 Revolutions” Tour. Tickets are available here. From every ticket sold on their tour, $1 will be donated to Sweet Relief and Backline to support mental health services for music industry professionals.
12. Lil Wayne
FRIDAY AT 8 P.M. | AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE AMPHITHEATER
Lil Wayne is hitting the lakeside amphitheater on his “Tha Carter VI” Tour, along with special guests Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington. Tickets are available here.
13. Taylor Swift Dance Party
FRIDAY AT 8 P.M. | THE COOPERAGE
This one’s for the Swifties. With another month and a half until the release of The Life of a Showgirl, you may need to release all your energy that’s built up since last week’s announcement. The Cooperage and DJ Joey Turbo have this one covered.
14. A Year in Color with Megan Woodard Johnson
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY | SAINT KATE – THE ARTS HOTEL
This weekend, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel is celebrating a vibrant year with its artist in residence, Megan Woodard Johnson. This final reception will showcase everything from the abstract artist’s intimate small pieces to large-scale installations. Stop in from 5-9 p.m. on Friday or 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday for light refreshments and conversation.
15. Alfred Robles
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY | MILWAUKEE IMPROV
Catch the only comedian to be featured on all three seasons of Comedy Central’s “Stand Up Revolution” during the Milwaukee weekend of his “Banned in the USA” Tour. He can also be recognized from his appearances on Netflix’s “Mr. Iglesias” and HBO’s “Entre Nos.” Robles has four showtimes across Friday and Saturday at Milwaukee Improv. You can grab tickets here.
16. Rev & Rumble Boxing Night
SATURDAY FROM 3-8 P.M. | DAVIDSON PARK
Davidson Park is hosting its first-ever Rev & Rumble Boxing Night, with a lineup of amateur boxers from Milwaukee and beyond. There will be local food trucks and drinks from 1903 Tavern on-site. Plus, attendees will also have a chance to design their own fight night T-shirt with Milwaukee OATS Screenprinting. This event is free and open to all ages.
17. Emmitt James Big Band BBQ
SATURDAY AT 7 P.M. | THIRD SPACE BREWING
The eponymous Milwaukee emcee hosts this third-annual free event that will feature sets from DJ Gemini Gilly, Emmitt James & The Lemon Pepper Steppers and Your Move MKE Youth. Doors open at 7 p.m.
18. Shane Gillis
SATURDAY AT 8 P.M. | FISERV FORUM
With shows still to come on his “Shane Gillis Live” Tour, this comic has set the all-time ticket sales record at six arenas. He’ll be at the Fiserv Forum Downtown for one night only, and tickets remain available here.
19. Milwaukee Flower Fest & Makers Market
SUNDAY FROM 10 A.M.-4 P.M. | THE IVY HOUSE
Experience the first-ever Milwaukee Flower Fest & Makers Market garden party. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Ivy House will fill with local flower growers and unique bloom varieties in peak summer harvest. Guests can shop artisanal flower-themed goods, handmade vases and ceramics, summer treats and more. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
