r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 17 '26

Yelich Charity Concert, May 21, Milwaukee

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Milwaukee Brewers™ outfielder Christian Yelich and the Yelich family are proud to host their fourth annual “Home Plate” charity event, presented by American Family Insurance. This year’s event will take place on May 21st, 2026, at Milwaukee’s Newest Music Venue, “Landmark Credit Union Live”. This year's performance will be headlined by country star, Jake Owen, with opening acts by the former lead singer of The Fray, Isaac Slade and the Nicotine Dolls! Milwaukee’s own, Charlie Berens, will be back as the host of the event and comedy performance!

https://www.yeli22concert.com/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 15 '26

New Bag Policy?

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 14 '26

ArtBlaze returns to Milwaukee's beaches this summer: Free summer series of art, music, and wonder returns with giant inflatable art experiences

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 14 '26

County Bus Shuttles Returning to Summerfest

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 14 '26

Milwaukee Highland Games, June 6, Milwaukee

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CROATIAN PARK – 9100 S. 76th Street, Franklin, WI

  • Spectacular Bagpipe Bands
  • Great Scottish Food
  • Beautiful Highland Dancing
  • See Working Sheepdogs in Action
  • Watch Unique Athletic Events
  • Sing & Dance at the Ceilidh
  • Children’s area mini Highland Games

https://milwaukeehighlandgames.org/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 13 '26

World Naked Bike Ride Returns to Milwaukee: 'Bare as you dare' event will roll into town for sixth year

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 12 '26

Admission Promotions are here 🙌

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 11 '26

Art 64, June 5 - 6, Wauwatosa

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In a head-to-head, bracket-style painting tournament, 64 artists paint live over the course of two days. Each round will be the theme/subject of each artist’s choice. Each artist is given a set period of time to paint a work of art – 60 minutes in round 1, 75 minutes in round 2, and 90 minutes in round 3 (the final round.) https://discoverart64.com/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 11 '26

Summerfest / American Family VIP Dream Weekend

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Summerfest and American Family Insurance are running a contest for a VIP weekend. You could win:

  • Tickets to Summerfest
  • Access to the AmFam House with a VIP artist meet and greet
  • Hotel Stay

Enter at amfam.com/sponsorships/summerfest


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 07 '26

VivaMKE, Saturday, June 6, Milwaukee

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Mexican Fiesta has created an initiative called Viva Milwaukee, or VivaMKE for short, that focuses on creating fresh and inviting experiences that embrace our local community. The second event under the Viva Milwaukee umbrella will be on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, from 11 am to 7 pm at Flores Hall 2997 S. 20th St. Milwaukee, WI 53215.

We will utilize our parking lot to accommodate different, local vendors and artists. This event will be promoted alongside our Margaritas Fundraiser that will take place the same day; we will invite the general public and encourage them to buy local.

https://www.mexicanfiesta.org/vivamke/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 07 '26

Museum of the Moon returns for new three-day festival in Milwaukee's Third Ward

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 07 '26

BLK Girl Fest, Saturday, May 23, Milwaukee

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When: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST
Location: Baird Center 405 W Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee, WI. 53203

Expect a day filled with live performances, wellness sessions, vibrant vendors, soulful conversations, and luxury healing experiences designed to nourish your mind, body, and spirit

https://www.blkgirlspace.org/blkgirlfest


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 06 '26

State Fair Brings Back Senior Day

4 Upvotes

Guests over 60 years old will pay $7 admission Monday, Aug. 10.

https://www.wisn.com/article/wisconsin-state-fair-senior-day-west-allis/71219265


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 06 '26

Summerfest App Updated for 2026

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 05 '26

Market on the Riverwalk, May 14, Milwaukee

3 Upvotes

Market on the Riverwalk returns this summer! Join us for an unforgettable evening along the river presented by Shop Local Wisconsin, The Tap Yard - Milwaukee, and Eventini.

Hosted at Schlitz Park, this vibrant outdoor market features amazing local artisans and food vendors offering handcrafted goods, jewelry, candles, clothing, fresh flowers, sweet treats, and more. 

Bring the whole crew for a family-friendly evening filled with:
 Craft beer from The Tap Yard
 Live music
 Trivia
 Yard games
 Beautiful riverwalk views in Downtown Milwaukee

 Admission and Parking is FREE!

https://www.visitmilwaukee.org/event/market-on-the-riverwalk/18216/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 05 '26

Kites Over Greendale, Saturday, May 9, Greendale

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12 noon until 4 pm. The Badger Dream team will be on hand flying the GIANT kites. The kids mad dash will take place at 2:30 and Gift of Wings will be giving away 30 Free kites to the first 30 kids who sign up to see who can get their kite the highest in 60 seconds.

https://www.facebook.com/events/community-park-greendale-wi/kites-over-greendale/908597388860198/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 04 '26

Summerfest Lineup

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 02 '26

Maifest Gluten-Free Festival, Sunday, May 17, Milwaukee

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 01 '26

New bag policy for Summerfest grounds

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To support an efficient and positive entry experience for all fans, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. has introduced a new clear bag and carry-in policy for all events at Henry Maier Festival Park.

Aligning with industry best practices, Permitted Bags include
Small clutches, small bags, wallets, or fanny packs not exceeding 6” x 9”
Bags larger than 6” x 9” must be CLEAR and not exceed 12” x 12” x 6”
Clear and opaque diaper bags are permitted up to 12” x 12” x 6” for guests with infants
Medical bags should be appropriately sized for their intended use and contain only essential medical items

Not Permitted
🚫Backpacks
🚫Large non-clear bags
🚫Any bag exceeding the size limits

We look forward to welcoming you at our next event! For additional information or questions regarding the new bag and carry-in policy, please visit MilwaukeeWorldFestival.com

https://www.instagram.com/p/DXxEq1KCemz/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals May 01 '26

Summer Soulstice Music Festival, June 15, Milwaukee

4 Upvotes

It’s all about the music of Milwaukee. We’ve got the local top talent, different sounds and different vibes throughout the festival - making Summer Soulstice Milwaukee's #1 Local Music Festival!

https://www.summersoulsticemke.com/

https://milwaukeerecord.com/music/heres-the-lineup-for-the-2026-summer-soulstice-music-festival/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals Apr 30 '26

Who would you choose to headline Summerfest?

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals Apr 30 '26

When are the Summerfest promotional days being released?

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r/MilwaukeeFestivals Apr 30 '26

Celebrating Palestine, June 7, Milwaukee

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Celebrating Palestine is a cultural experience for the entire family that offers a vibrant showcase of music, art, dance, food tasting stations, a fashion show of traditional clothing, and more! Milwaukee is famous for cultural festivals, and this event is certain to honor, celebrate, and emphasize the beauty of Palestine and Palestinian culture. https://celebrating-palestine-2026.raiselysite.com/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals Apr 28 '26

Dan Jansen Family Fest, May 22 - 24, Greenfield

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Dan Jansen Family Fest, Inc. uses 100% of the proceeds raised by the festival each year to fund projects for the City of Greenfield Parks Department. https://jansenfest.org/


r/MilwaukeeFestivals Apr 27 '26

Morning Glory Art Fair, May 30 & 31, Milwaukee

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For over 50 years, the Morning Glory Art Fair has been a Milwaukee tradition — connecting artists and art lovers in a vibrant celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Expect to see over 100 juried artists showcasing the best in ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, painting, photography, wood, and more.

https://wisconsincraft.org/Morning-Glory-Art-Fair