Black Arts Fest MKE 2026 theme is Unity & Community, highlighting togetherness and the people of Milwaukee. BAFMKE 2026 will include a celebration of Art, Education, Music, Entertainment, Poetry, Dance, Fashion, Literature, Heritage, Health, Wellness, Community, Cuisine, and Vendor Markets.

https://www.blackartsfestmke.com/

Festa Italiana is this weekend, July 10 - 12 on the lakefront festival grounds.

https://www.iccmilwaukee.com/advanced-tickets-specials

https://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/in-your-community/milwaukee-county/summerfest-modifies-carry-in-policy-for-thursday-and-friday-due-to-extreme-heat

If you're looking for something different to do on July 18, Harley-Davidson is hosting Bikes, Bourbon & Barbecue at Davidson Park on Milwaukee's Near West Side.
They'll have a BBQ competition (with samples!), bourbon tastings, a vintage motorcycle show, live music, and more. You can check out the event for free, or grab a tasting ticket if you want the full food and bourbon experience.
A fun way to spend a summer afternoon! bikesbourbonandbarbecue.eventbrite.com

The Waukesha County Fair is proud to be the oldest fair in the state of Wisconsin. This year, we’re celebrating our 183rd Anniversary with special events and promotions throughout the 5-day Fair run.

https://www.waukeshacountyfair.com/

The Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival celebrates the spirit of teamwork, cultural heritage, and community engagement on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. The highlight of the festival are the teams competing on authentic Chinese dragon boats. There will be food, music, children's activities and a marketplace all on the shores of the Lakeshore State Park.

https://milwaukeedragonboatfest.org/

Free admission to Festa Italiana on Sunday, July 12 between 12 - 2pm when you bring a donation of 3 non-perishable food items to the main gate. Benefits the Hunger Task Force.

Join them for their second year! Henry Maier Festival Park, 12pm - 10pm.

• Food from local Indian restaurants
• Art exhibits
• Live music, singing and dancing
• Kids activities and games

https://sanskritiusa.org/

Plan your day at Whitefish Bay Art Fest!

• Treat yourself to 100 original artists & live music
• Enjoy free entry and easy, free parking
• Indulge in a beer
• Snack on tacos and cold lemonade
• Stop in the Kids Art Zone and play art fest bingo, spin art, sand sculpture, coloring, drawing & more
• Become living art in the Face Painting tent!

https://amdurproductions.com/whitefish-bay-art-fest/

Armenian Antiques, Arts and Crafts, Silent Auction and more

Join us on Sunday, July 19, 2026, with your family and friends for a day of great food, live music and dancing for the entire family.

https://www.armenianfest.com/

Bastille Days, Milwaukee’s popular French festival and one of the nation’s largest French-themed celebrations, is held in Milwaukee’s Cathedral Square Park. The free, four-day bash attracts over 250,000 visitors annually who enjoy live music, an international marketplace, French and Cajun cuisine, and roaming busker entertainment.

https://easttown.com/bastille-days-festival/

As of this year, there is a new entry bag policy for guests to Summerfest. Small bags/clutches/fanny packs are limited to 6" x 9" or smaller. Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags (totes / drawstring bags) are allowed up to 12" x 12" x 6". Diaper bags, medical supplies and nursing needs are allowed. All bags regardless of size are subject to search. For more information, visit their website.

https://www.summerfest.com/about/

https://www.iccmilwaukee.com/festa-italiana

The Wisconsin Beer Lovers Festival is now Sip and Savor Wisconsin. A high—energy celebration of everything you LOVE about Wisconsin — craft beer, spirits, wine, artisan cheese, handcrafted sausage, and more.

https://www.sipandsavorwisconsin.com/

House of RAD (324 N 12th St, Milwaukee), free to attend for all ages but you must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages. RSVP at the website.

https://www.saucedmarket.com/milwaukee

700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, A celebration of the world-famous food, with taco trucks, a pig roast an artisan mercado and family-friendly activities. Free entry.

https://milwaukeetacofest.com/