Milwaukee County Parks

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Seasonal Hiring Events for 2026

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Investments in Roadways, Trails, Transit, and Parks to Improve Safety, Connectivity, and Quality of Life

Milwaukee County Parks Presents Spring Break Activities for All Ages

Friends of Jackson and Manitoba Parks to Hear Ideas of Metro Mountain Bikers March 10

Supervisor Logsdon Applauds State Grant to Address Flooding at Franklin’s Milwaukee County Sports Complex

Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards to Improve Flood Resilience In Communities Across Wisconsin

As homeowners, businesses, and communities have experienced significant flooding events in recent years, annual funding secured by the governor will help prevent and prepare for future flooding disasters

Discover the Sweet Science of Maple Syrup at the 46th Annual Maple Sugar Days

County Executive David Crowley Announces Federal Funding for New Buses, Park Improvements

Make a Splash! Lifeguard Training Kicks Off for Milwaukee County Parks 2026 Season

Discover the Kosciuszko Community Center Open House and Membership Deals

Downtown Ice CAPE-ade to Celebrate Local Heroes and Supers Saturday at Red Arrow Parks Slice of Ice Rink

Guests to include Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee Fire Department, costumed superhero characters, and more on Saturday, Feb. 7

Brews and Snowshoes Returns for a Winter Adventure Series at Wehr Nature Center

Celebrate Women and Girls in Science at the King Community Center

Milwaukee County and City of Milwaukee Open Additional Emergency Warming Shelter in Response to Extreme Cold

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Weather-Related Closures Due to Extreme Cold

Friends of Jackson and Manitoba Parks to Launch Community Group Jan. 10 amidst Tom Pipia’s nature photographs

Make a Splash! Lifeguard Training Kicks Off for Milwaukee County Parks 2026 Season

2025 Wrap: County Executive David Crowley Reflects on 2025 Accomplishments

Milwaukee County Parks Opens Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park for 2025-26 season

Milwaukee County Parks Hosts Two “Breakfast with Santa” Events This Month

Marvel at Downtowns holiday lights aboard the Jingle Bus

Narrated tours return Friday through Sunday evenings as part of the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival

Brewers Community Foundation Announces More Than $5.7 Million Raised in 2025; More Than $66 Million Raised Since 2010 Inception

“Beyond the Diamond” Community Relations Efforts Make Memorable Impact

Supervisor Logsdon Announces Upcoming Meetings Between Hales Corners, Parks Department on Future of Hales Corners Pool

Next Week: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Invites Residents to Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Invites Residents to Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

New Friends Group Launches Nonprofit to Ensure Milwaukee’s Jackson and Manitoba Parks Remain Vibrant and Accessible for Generations

Supervisors Martinez, Capriolo Celebrate Launch of New Friends Group Supporting Jackson & Manitoba Parks

DNR Celebrates Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award Winners Ahead Of America Recycles Day

Supervisor Sequanna Taylor Highlights Key Co-Sponsorships in 2026 Milwaukee County Budget

New Sport Courts Ribbon Cutting at Jackson Park

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Public Meetings for Trails Network Plan Update

Downtown Milwaukee will radiate holiday cheer during annual kickoff extravaganza on Nov. 20 at Pere Marquette Park

Kickoff ceremony to feature fireworks, giveaways, and performances from local entertainers

New Community-Inspired, Accessible Playground Celebrated at Popuch Park

Milwaukee County Parks Celebrates Completion of the Little Menomonee River Parkway Roadway-to-Trail Conversion Project

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Launches Annual Turkey Give Away Donation Drive

Preserve Our Parks Calls for Dedicated Funding to Protect Milwaukee County Parks

Supervisor Deanna Alexander Advances Reforms to Strengthen Transparency, Accountability, and Community Investments

Milwaukee County Parks Completes Washington Park Lagoon Bridge Project

Residents invited to Community Resource Lunch event on Saturday, October 18

Hot Spell Sauna Reopens November 1 at McKinley Marina for the 2025–2026 Season

Lakeside sauna and cold plunge returns in partnership with Milwaukee County Parks

75 Prominent Community Leaders Endorse Jack Eckblad for Re-Election to Milwaukee County Board

Milwaukee County Parks Awarded $827,376 Through Wisconsin DNR and National Park Service via Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to Enhance Outdoor Recreation and Accessibility

Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro Celebrates 30 Years of Fine Dining and Award-Winning Hospitality

Beloved lakefront French bistro opened to the public on September 28, 1995

Milwaukee County Child Support Services to Host Community Open House at Coggs Center

The community, especially parents and families, are invited to learn more about services and meet the team

Spooktacular Fun Awaits as Milwaukee County Parks Hosts Two Family-friendly Halloween Celebrations

Supervisor Logsdon Applauds New Partnership Between Milwaukee County Parks and Hales Corners Lions Club

Doors Open Milwaukee Celebrates 15th Anniversary with 160+ Sites, Sept. 27–28

South Shore Beach Rehabilitation Project Completed After More Than a Decade of Study and Planning

3rd Annual Back to School Festival Was a Rousing Success!

Statement of Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr.

Kosciuszko Community Center Hosts Open House With Special Membership Discounts

Doors Open Milwaukee Celebrates 15 Years, Sept. 28–29

Rise Drug Free MKE Coalition Marks International Overdose Awareness Day

Join Us In Taking Cathedral Square to the Next Level

Fundraiser for Cathedral Square Friends features Tom Barrett and Guy Smith, and music by DJ Shawna.

Milwaukee County Parks Invites Public to Help Shape the Future of Trails

Milwaukee County Parks and Partners Unleash New Downtown Dog Park – Celebrate with $19 Annual Passes in 2025

China Lights Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens with New “Magical Forest” Theme and Over 40 Enchanting Lantern Displays

Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation Announce the 18th Annual Run Back to School

Registration for this event is now open

Next Steps Announced Following ‘Deep Thought’ Vessel Auction

This Thursday: Joy Engine’s First ArtBlaze

This Free Beachside Series of Art, Music, and Wonder Brings All-Ages Fun as the Waves Roll in and the Sun Goes Down

Back to School Fest Returns for 30th Year (date Correction)

Milwaukee County Parks Offers 50% Off Aquatic Center Passes for Final Month of Summer

County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Sign Legislation Approving Plan to Redevelop and Restore Mitchell Park Domes

Fundraiser for Cathedral Square Friends Aims to Shed Light on Important Statue

Featuring special guests Tom Barrett and Guy Smith, spectacular view of Cathedral Square

Community meetings set for major S. 43rd St. construction project

Discover the Plants Behind Your Favorite Beverages at “Brews and Botany”

Joy Engine Announces the Return of ArtBlaze

Milwaukee’s Free Beachside Summer Series of Art, Music & Wonder

Supervisor Patti Logsdon Announces Progress Toward Reopening Hales Corners Pool

Bastille Days Festival Returns to Cathedral Square July 17-20

Festival features new local, French-inspired eateries offering raclette, brasserie fare and crêpes

Supervisor Jack Eckblad, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Representative Ryan Clancy Celebrate Start of Construction of New Playground at South Shore Park

New playground should be completed in June if weather cooperates.

Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Announces Invasive Species Action Awards Winners

Preserve Our Parks Opposes Development in McGovern Park

Calls on Citizens to Contact Elected Representatives to Vote NO

Cancelled – 20th Anniversary of Chill on the Hill Begins Tonight

Supervisor Jack Eckblad and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Celebrate Humboldt Beer Garden Opening and Jazz at the Vine Concert Series

Season begins with music, community, and celebration in Bay View

Escape to Nature, From Your Home to Ours: Enjoy Free and Discounted Activities at Milwaukee County Parks

Supervisor Logsdon Issues Statement Advocating for Creative Solutions to Reopen Hales Corners Pool in 2026

PR- The Vine Humboldt Beer Garden Reopens for the 2025 Season on May 30th

Southeast Wisconsin Community Members Earn Invasive Species Action Award

Cathedral Square Market Holds Extended Season

New hours, new themes, and more ways to shop local

Milwaukee County Celebrates National Public Works Week

Cheers to Three Years! Juneau Beer Garden Reopens May 16

The Bartolotta Restaurants Announces May 22 Season Opening of Roundhouse Beer Garden at McKinley Marina

Popular lakefront amenity returns with all-new rotating lineup of local brews, “First 100 Beers Free” giveaway, live music, and more

2025 Traveling Beer Garden Tour Kicks Off May 14th at Wilson Park

Airport Gardens Neighborhood Celebrates Opening of New Playground at Mitchell Airport Park

Community-led project spans multiple county administrations to deliver long-awaited playground at Mitchell Airport Park

Diverse Lineup Set for Free Musical Mondays Concerts In Lake Park in July and August

Fun lineup for Wonderful Wednesdays shows for children and families also announced

Jazz in the Park Announces Eight Nights of Live Music in Cathedral Square

Milwaukee’s free concert series returns with a lineup of salsa, soul, indie rock & more

Celebrate National Water Safety Week with Free Water Safety Day at Noyes Pool

Celebrate World Bonsai Day at Boerner Botanical Gardens

Temporary Closure of Lincoln Memorial Drive Scheduled for Boat Removal Operation

Big Truck Day returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, May 17

Gordon Park Friends Soulful Summer Music Series 2025

20th Anniversary Season of Chill on the Hill

Supervisor Wasserman Calls for Action on Abandoned Boat on Milwaukee County Shoreline

Milwaukee County Taxpayers Should Not Be Paying for the Cost of Tourists’ Irresponsible Behavior

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Opening of 2025 Golf Season

Storm the Bastille 5k Run/Walk Returns July 17

Milwaukee’s only nighttime run kicks off Bastille Days with a dash through downtown

Join Us This Spring For “Tea and Tulips” at The Domes!

Marquee Season for South Shore Park Kicks Off with Beer Garden Opening

Extensive improvements coming this season include a new beach, new playground, and completion of repairs to the storm wall around South Shore Yacht Club

Celebrate 414 Milwaukee Day with Special Offers from Milwaukee County Parks

South Shore Beer Garden Kicks Off the 2025 Season with New Flavors and Fan Favorites

Milwaukee County Parks Announces the 2025 Traveling Beer Garden Schedule

Act Fast! Only 2 Lifeguard Training Sessions Left Before Summer Hiring Closes