Happy Fourth of July! Wear your stars and stripes, and celebrate independence this week with these fun kid-friendly events in the Milwaukee area:
Northwestern Mutual Community Park, 639 E. Summerfest Place, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sunday, July 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: FREE
“Family Health and Wellness” is the theme for this month’s FREE Sunday Family Fun Day at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park, located inside Henry Maier Festival Park. Attendees can enjoy family-friendly programming, food and drink options, and interactive activities while playing on one of Milwaukee’s best playgrounds!
2. FREE Fun in the Parks
Summer Night Movie: Kung Fu Panda 4
Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Saturday, July 6, 2024, 8-10 p.m.
Bring your blankets and chairs out to Veterans Park to enjoy a family-friendly movie! Gift of Wings will be on hand selling food, soda, water, ice cream and popcorn. The movie is FREE to attend and starts at dusk.
Brunch by the Beach
Lakeshore State Park, 500 N. Harbor Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sunday, July 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Join the Friends of Lakeshore State Park and the DNR for a relaxing brunch at Lakeshore’s Pebble Beach! There will be food, drinks, and music for folks of all ages to enjoy. DNR naturalists will be hosting a kid-friendly activity and informational booth – and there will be a kite-flying demonstration!
Shakespeare in the Park by Pocket Park Puppet Players
Sunday, July 7, 2024
Garden District Community Garden: Macbeth at 2 p.m.
Morgan Triangle Park: Macbeth at 4 p.m.
Wisconsin Lutheran College: Hamlet (one woman as everyone) at 5 p.m.
Bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates.
3. Fourth of July Fun
Fireworks
The Lakefront Fireworks may have been canceled this year due to lack of sponsorship, but there are still plenty of other fireworks shows going on in the Milwaukee area. Many of them are happening in Milwaukee County Parks! Get the full list >>
Greendale Family 4th Fest
Gazebo Park, 5798 Broad St., Greendale, WI 53129
July 3-6, 2024
Admission: FREE
Enjoy live bands, carnival rides and games, festival food, and a craft wine and beer tent every night at this event hosted by the Greendale Lions.
There’s more! Find more area Independence Day celebrations and events in our Events Calendar >>
615 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sunday, July 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: FREE
On the first Sunday of every month, bring the whole family to Up-Down to enjoy arcade games, pinball machines, skeeball lanes and more during their family hours (10 a.m.-2 p.m.). All minors MUST be accompanied by someone who is 21 or older.
12550 120th Ave., Kenosha WI 53142
July 6-September 2, 2024, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (Saturdays, Sundays and Labor Day)
Admission: Adults $40; Seniors / Military $38.00; Children (Ages 5-12) $15; Children 4 and Under FREE
The Bristol Renaissance Faire begins this weekend!
Climb a castle wall, shoot a bow, and throw an axe – all in one day! If you love all things medieval, you should definitely step back in time to attend the Bristol Renaissance Faire, spread across 30 acres and 20 stages. Medieval characters in full dress make for an authentic renaissance experience.
Families can watch fully armored jousts, parades, and entertainers in the streets all day long. You’ll also find plenty of rides, games, arts and crafts, food, drink, and music. Plus, check their website for special KidQuests.
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