8. Scottish Fest, Highland Games 18. Festa Italiana | July 19-21 | $13 29. Hip Hop Week MKE | Aug. 19-25 MUSEUMS June 1 | Hart Park, 6800 W. State St. | Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. Location varies, visit hiphopweekmke.com The museum is a classic summer day excursion, FREE Why go? Bagpipes and Scottish food! Why go? There’s a children stage with dancers Why go? You’ll want to save the date for this and Milwaukee has a host to choose from, with and musicians performing throughout the day. event! Hip hop week debuted last year and was many of them offering free days. 9. Pride Fest | June 6-9 | $12-$15 And there’s fireworks to close out the festival! a hit. Stay tuned for the lineup. Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. 1. Milwaukee Public Museum | 800 W. Wells St. Buy tickets online for a discount 19. Croatian Fest | July 20 | FREE 30. Mexican Fiesta | Aug. 23-25 | $15 FREE the first Thursday of the Month Why go? It’s never too early to teach kids about Croatian Park, 9100 S. 76th St. Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. Why go? It’s what you thought of when you other identities. Visit the kid’s stage for a Why go? Celebrate Croatian culture! Why go? Celebrate Mexican Culture! heard “the museum.” From the Streets of Old -friendly experience. Milwaukee to the dinosaurs, these exhibits are 20. Armenian Fest | July 21 | FREE 31. Third Ward Art Festival | Aug. 31-Sept. 1 always interesting and educational. 10. Locust Street Festival | June 9 | FREE 7825 W. Layton Ave. Historic Third Ward, east of Milwaukee River Locust St. west of Humboldt Why go? Celebrate Armenian culture! between St. Paul and Erie | 2. | 700 N. Art Museum Dr. FREE Why go? Six stages of entertainment and lots of Why go? A cool street festival featuring a range FREE the first Tuesday of every month food vendors! 21. German Fest | July 26-28 | $3 Friday of artwork! Why go? Kohls Art Generation is a unique exhibit Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. for kids that informs them about art while 11. Polish Fest | June 14-16 Why go? As one of the nation’s largest German 32. Indian Summer Festival | Date TBD engaging children with hands-on, creative Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. festivals, German Fest is known for authentic Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. experiences. Friday: $1 before 5 p.m., $5 after 5 p.m. food, culture and entertainment. Why go? Tribal cultures are diverse, and the Why go? Milwaukee has a strong polish commu- festival aims to educate and promote American 3. Betty Brinn Children’s Museum nity, so take advantage of this festival to learn 22. Milwaukee Air & Water Show | July 27-28 Indian cultures, which are often forgotten about. 929 E. Ave. | $9 more about polish culture. Milwaukee Lakefront | FREE Why go? Another educational, hands-on expe- Why go? A free and thrilling aerial and aquat- rience, but this museum focuses on building 12. Juneteeth Day | June 19 | FREE ic-based acrobatics show that takes place on EDUCATIONAL cognitive, social and emotional skills, which are MLK Dr., between Burleigh and Center Streets the lakefront! fundamental for a child’s development. EXCURSIONS Why go? Celebrate the abolition of slavery in Learning should never stop, and the best part America. 23. State Fair | Aug. 1-11 | $8 4. of summer is that learning can come in many Jewish Museum Milwaukee Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. 84th St. 1360 N. Prospect Ave. | different forms. 70 THINGS $7 adults, free 6 and 13. Greek Fest | June 21-23 | FREE Why go? Cream puffs, farm animals, deep fried under Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S 84th St. food and more! TO DO WHEN IT’S Why go? Jewish people have a long and rich 33. Discovery World Science Why go? There’s rides, and dancing! and Technology Museum | 500 N. Harbor Dr. history and heritage that we should all know 24. Black Arts Festival | Aug. 3 about. Adults $20, kids 3-17 $16, 2 and under free 70 DEGREES 14. Summerfest | June 26-30, July 2-7 Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. Why go? It makes science fun and educational! Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. $12 adults, $8 age 8-11, 7 and under free with 5. Harley Davidson Museum | 400 W. Canal St. With unique, hands-on exhibits focused on tech- Price: Go here for ways to get in for free. Often, adult Now that the weather has finally $10 kids, $20 adults nology and freshwater science, learning doesn’t all you need is a non-perishable food item or to Why go? It’s a celebration of African and African hit 70 degrees, it’s time to look Why go? Celebrate Harley’s more than 100-year have to stop because school isn’t in session. go get to the grounds before 3 p.m. American culture through art. history. forward to summer. Here’s our Why go? It’s the quintessential Milwaukee 34. Urban Ecology Center | 3 locations summer festival. It may seem pricey when you 25. Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival | Aug. 10 list of family-friendly, low-cost 6. Mitchell Gallery of Washington Park, Riverside Park and look at the headliners, but there are a variety of Lakeshore Park, 500 N. Harbor Dr. | FREE and staple Milwaukee activities 5300 S. Howell Ave. | FREE Valley | Cost varies by program artist coming to the free stages. Why go? Celebrate Chinese Culture! to try this summer vacation. Why go? Wisconsin’s flight history is expansive Why go? Escape from the city for a bit and and informative. Check it out before your next discover the wonders of nature with hiking, 15. Bastille Days | July 11-14 | FREE 26. Center Street Daze | Aug. 10 | FREE trip. kayaking and more. Cathedral Square Park | 520 E. Wells St. | Center St. between Holton and Humboldt Why go? It’s the nation’s largest French-themed Why go? With cart races, classic cars and over 35. Mitchell Park Domes | 524 S. Layton Blvd. celebration! 30 bands, this street festival is fun for the FREE first Thursday of the month FESTIVALS entire family. Milwaukee does summer festivals like no Why go? You can experience the desert, jungle, 16. African Cultural Festival | July 11 | other city – that’s why they call us the “City of FREE and floral gardens all in one day! Brown Deer Park, 7835 N. Green Bay Rd. 27. Irish Fest | Aug. 15-18 Festivals.” There’s something for everyone, with Why go? Celebrate African Culture with food, Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. free options, music festivals, street fests and fashion, and music! $15 in advance, free kids under 12 celebrations of different cultures. Why go? It’s four fun-filled days of Celtic 17. Asia Fest | July 12-14 culture! 7. Milwaukee Kite Festival | May 25-26 | FREE Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. 84th St. Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. 28. IndiaFest | Aug. 17 | FREE Why go? Spend Memorial Day weekend with $12 kids, $20 adults Why go? Carnival rides and authentic Asian Humboldt Park, 3000 S. Howell Ave. hundreds of colorful kites through the cuisines. Why go? It’s a cultural extravaganza with con- sky. certs, dance, food and traditional Indian attire. OUTDOORS WEEKLY FOOD MILWAUKEE STAPLES FAMILY-FRIENDLY CLASSICS Summer is the best time to explore the outdoors. No need to stress if you miss a week of these With all these activities, you need to keep from Milwaukee wouldn’t be Milwaukee without these While you can do these activities year-round, From parks to beaches, to a stroll downtown, concert series, they’re weekly for a reason. getting hungry. If you can, try out a minority or fun attractions and activities. they’re even more fun in the summer! there’s a lot to do outside this summer. female-owned business to fill your tummy. 45. Jazz in the Park | Thursdays, May 30-Aug. 29 60. 66. Marcus Theatres $5 Movie Tuesdays 36. Veteran’s Park | FREE Cathedral Square Park| 520 E. Wells St. | 5-9 p.m. 55. Sherman Phoenix | 3536 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. at Wells St. Various locations 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. Why go? Bring a blanket and grab a spot on the Why go? The tenants include Buffalo Boss, Why go? If you’re already on the Riverwalk, this Why go? Going to the movie’s is an experience, Why go? It’s right on the lake and is a great lawn to listen to an array of musical performanc- Confectionately Yours, Funky Fresh Spring Rolls, statue, which is a tribute to the iconic show and this special makes it affordable for the place for a picnic or a game of frisbee. es at this weekly concert series. Lush Popcorn, The Next Level Vegans, Sauce & “”, is a great place to stop for a entire family. Spice, and Shindig Coffee. selfie. 37. Havenswood State Forest | FREE 46. Chill on the Hill | Tuesdays, June 4-Aug. 27 67. Farmer’s Markets 6141 N. Hopkins St. Humboldt Park | 3000 S. Howell Ave | 6-8 p.m. 56. Any Black owned restaurant 61. Historic Third Ward Various locations Why go? Havenswood State Forest is Milwaukee’s Why go? A classic summer concert series that Various locations around the city East of Milwaukee River between St. Paul and Erie Why go? Fresh produce, crafts, live music, pretty only urban forest. Conveniently located on the brings thousands of listeners to Bay View for Why check it out: Black Restaurant Week may be Why go? There are shops, restaurants and much flowers—farmer’s markets embody summertime. north side of Milwaukee, it’s a great way to great music. over but that doesn’t mean you can’t continue more to explore, and during the summer, it’s all introduce the kids to the beauty of nature. to delicious places like Coffee Makes You Black, walkable! 68. Roller Skating 47. Washington Park Wednesdays Daddy’s Soul Food & Grille or Island Jam. Incrediroll | 10928 W. Oklahoma Ave. 38. Atwater Park & Beach | FREE Washington Park | 1859 N. 40th St. 62. Milwaukee Public Library | 15 locations Why go? There’s a bunch of specials, including 4000 N. Lake Dr. June 12-Aug. 21 | 5 p.m. 57. Milwaukee Public Market | 400 N. Water St. Why go? It’s important to keep the kids reading Wednesday Family Nights and select Monday Why go? See breathtaking views of Lake Why go? These weekly music concerts all around Why go? It’s the most unique and diverse selec- over the summer and a library card is free! Dollar Nights. Michigan and a more family-friendly beach the city. This one is at Washington Park! tion of food downtown! Ice Cream is the tastiest way to cool off as the weather heats up. 63. The Big Bang Fireworks | July 3 69. Bowling | AMF, 7505 W. Oklahoma Ave. 39. Milwaukee Riverwalk | FREE 48. NEWaukee Night Market | Wednesdays Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. Why go? Bowling is an easy and fun family North Ave. to the Third Ward Monthly: June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11 58. Kopp’s Frozen Custard | 3 locations Why go? Celebrate Independence Day with a outing. Why go? It’s a great way to explore the heart of West Wisconsin Ave., between Plankinton and Vel 5373 N. Port Washington Rd., 18880 W. Blue- spectacular firework show on the lakefront. the city on foot! R. Phillips mound Rd., 7631 W. Layton Ave. 70. Volunteer Why go? See the heart of downtown transformed Why go? There’s new delicious flavors every day! 64. Brewers Game | Miller Park, 1 Brewers Way There are countless places in Milwaukee to 40. Bradford Beach | FREE with vendors, performers and artists. Check the Flavor Forecast and stay updated for Why go? We’re already off to a great season, sup- volunteer. Take the time to give back to those 2400 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. the month’s menu. port our baseball team while you can! in need. Need ideas to get you started? Try the Why go? As a busier beach, there’s a lot to offer, 49. Wonderful Wednesdays | June 19-Aug. 14 Hunger Task Force, Sojourner Family Peace House from volleyball games to a new restaurant Lake Park Pavilion, 3133 E. Newberry Blvd. 59. Purple Door 65. Ice Skating | Pettit Center, 500 S. 84th St. or a Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee coming this summer. 6:30-8 p.m. Sherman Phoenix, 3536 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. Why go? Just because its summer, doesn’t mean Why go? It’s a music festival just for kids and Why go? One of Wisconsin’s favorite ice cream you can’t ice skate. 41. Swing Park | 1737 N. Water St. | FREE families! shops is now conveniently located in the city at Why go? Who doesn’t love swings? the Sherman Phoenix! 50. Skyline Music | Tuesdays 42. Three Bridges Park | 610 S 35th St. Kadish Park, 750 E. North Ave. Menomonee River between 27th and 37th Streets July 9-Aug. 20 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. Why go? It’s an urban park in the city, with two Why go? Brought to you by the COA Youth & Fam- miles of trails and opportunities to hike. ily Centers, this concert series is made for with food, fun, and music in Riverwest. 43. Bublr Bikes | $8/hour Various locations, visit bublrbikes.org Why go? It’s a great alternative to walking if you WATERPARKS AND POOLS still want to see the city. Take a dip in the pool to cool off from the warm weather 44. Lakeshore State Park | 500 N. Harbor Dr. Why go? It’s an urban park right on the lake 51. Schulz Aquatic Center that is a quick walk from many of the stops on Lincoln Park, 1301 W. Hampton Ave. this list. 70 THINGS 52. Cool Waters Greenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th St. TO DO WHEN IT’S 53. Noyes Pool Noyes Park, 8235 W. Good Hope Rd. 70 DEGREES 54. Pulaski Pool | 2701 S. 16th St.