July Local Events
Lakefront Drone Show
July 3rd Sunset
Milwaukee County is lighting up the sky with a drone show over the lakefront with a 45-minute performance. Public viewing areas will be available at McKinley Beach and McKinley Park.
SUMMERFEST’S CELEBRATION OF AMERICA’S 250TH
July 4th 9:30PM
Featuring a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m., themed activities throughout the day, including a limited co-branded gate giveaway for the first 5,000 patrons.
Whitefish Bay Farmers Market
Saturdays 10AM – 2PM
Local outdoor market featuring farm fresh meats and produce. Enjoy live music at every event.
325 E. Silver Spring Dr.
Tosa Farmers Market
Saturdays 8AM – 12PM
Open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa with over 50 local food and produce vendors.
7720 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa
Bastille Days
July 9th – 12th
the city’s beloved French festival will be celebrating its 42nd year! Patrons can expect great food, entertainment, and the infamous Storm the Bastille Run/Walk!
Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival
July 11th 5AM – 4PM
The Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival celebrates the spirit of teamwork, cultural heritage, and community engagement on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan.
Tickets: $5 for adults, free for 12 under & seniors
Henry Maier Festival Park
MKE Night Market
July 22nd 5PM – 9PM
Outdoor street festival showcasing a variety of local vendors, performers & artists all at night!
Westown Association
310 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1450E
Fond du Lac Food Festival
July 25th 10AM – 7PM
Food, family, fun and good times at the Fond Du Lac Food Festival. A celebration featuring local vendors and artisans.
Greenwood Park Gallery & Framing, Inc. 4233 W. Fond du Lac Avenue
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