There’s something fun for all ages and interests this weekend in the Milwaukee area! Here are our top picks:
1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
September 9-10, 2023
Admission: FREE
This weekend, Gift of Wings is once again hosting the 44th Annual Frank Mots International Kite Festival on Milwaukee’s lakefront. The free event begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, with a Grand Launch of 600+ kites at noon.
See giant kites (including the new IKEA kite), watch world-class kite flying team demos, get kite flying lessons, and more. Gift of Wings will also offer concessions and give away free kites to the first 100 kids that participate in the Kids Mad Dash.
Free parking will be available in and around Veterans Park.
It’s the final weekend to catch DinoDomes, the captivating summer show at the Mitchell Park Domes! Enter a lost world populated by prehistoric creatures, where a select group of dinosaurs have hatched and await you, unmoving, in the lush flora of the Domes.
Dare to pose for a picture with the raptors, and brace yourself for an encounter with the largest dinosaur, Brachiosaurus. But be on your guard … Jurassic times call for Jurassic measures!
The floral bed for this exciting show includes hibiscuses, petunias, begonias, and celosias of varying electric hues, accompanied by ginkgo biloba trees and sago palms – both of which fed the herbivorous dinosaurs millions of years ago.
615 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sunday, September 10, 2023, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: FREE
Up-Down Milwaukee hosts a Family Day on the first Sunday of every month, so you can bring the whole family out to this arcade bar featuring more than 60 arcade games from the ‘80s and ‘90s, pinball machines, three classic skee-ball alleys, Nintendo 64 console gaming, and an array of outdoor patio activities.
All games cost 25 cents each to play. The drink menu includes an extensive craft beer selection with more than 60 beers on tap and even more bottles and cans, as well as house-made pizza by the slice with unique toppings.
This event is open to all ages. All minors MUST be accompanied by someone who is 21 or older.
The Ozaukee County Historical Society is once again teaming up with the Metro Model Railroad Club and the Kettle Moraine Ballast Scorchers to hold a Train Show at Ozaukee County Pioneer Village.
Train lovers will enjoy two large model train layouts, an around-the-track scavenger hunt with prizes, and an interactive display of bells, horns and whistles. Food will be available for purchase.
There will also be a Silent Auction of donated items from around the county. Weather permitting, the Ozaukee County Historical Society will be exhibiting their petticoat collection at “Petticoat Junction”.
All proceeds benefit the 1940 Milwaukee Road Rib-side Caboose Restoration Project.
5. Bayshore Events
Back to School Fun Fest
5800 N. Bayshore Dr., Glendale, WI 53217
Saturday, September 9, 2023, Noon-3 p.m.
Admission: FREE
Enjoy a day of fun and games in The Yard! This fun, free and family-friendly event will feature Kid Boogie Down to get you dancing, a bouncy house, balloon twisters, face painters, and stilt walkers, plus bubble wand and lunch box giveaways. Learn more >>
Bucks Pro Shop Grand Opening
5727 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI (next to Apple)
Friday, September 8, 2023, 4-6 p.m.
Admission: FREE
The Bucks Pro Shop has a new permanent home at Bayshore, and they’re having a Grand Opening to celebrate. This free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, poster giveaways and a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. Expect appearances from Bucks Beats and the 414 Crew and even Bango! Learn more >>
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