August Local Events
Native Art Marketplace
Aug 1st – 2nd 10AM – 4PM
A free two-day celebration of Native art, music, and storytelling with LEAF roster artists throughout the day in the historic Hillside Theater.
6604 Hwy 23 Trunk, Spring Green, WI
MiSA Art Market
Aug 1st 10AM – 4PM
A free monthly Art Market, showcasing the talents of local artists and community crafters.
710 W Historic Mitchell Street, Milwaukee, WI
Tosa Tonight Concert Series
Aug 5th 12th & 15th 6PM
Free outdoor concert series featuring various artists. Celebrate their 2026 season with the fam!
Hart Park 1190 N. 70th Street, Wauwatosa, WI
Gather & Grow Market
Aug 8th 8AM – 1PM
A joyful free event bringing together local businesses and playful activities to create an event that feels like sunshine, connection, and a whole lot of magic.
76505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI
Perseids Meteor Shower
Aug 12th
Look at up at the night sky on August 12th to catch the height of the Perseids meteor shower event!
Irish Fest
Aug 13th – 16th
4 days and 17 stages of music, dance, and cultural entertainment. The world’s largest Irish festival. From Gaelic Storm to Ally the Piper see various Irish artists perform live.
Tickets: Starting at $27
SUMMER PARK JAM WEEKEND
Aug 14th – 15th
Get ready for the ultimate celebration of creativity, community, and culture as TRUE Skool presents the Summer Park Jam Weekend 2026. Experience the Heartbeat of Midwest Hip Hop Culture!
Summer Craft Market
Aug 15th 1PM – 6PM
Join us for the Summer Market Series hosted by Craft Ventures and Holey Mackerel ☀️ With a fun FREE kids craft, Live music and amazing food and drinks this will be the best weekend plan.
5401 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, WI
Mexican Fiesta
Aug 21st – 23rd
Mexican Fiesta brings the sound, culture, and taste of México to Milwaukee’s lakefront.
Free admission noon – 3pm and $25 at the gate after.
Q & A with Ricardo Berrelez
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