Milwaukee County Parks

Splash Into Summer With Milwaukee County Parks Pools

County Board Approves Long-Term Lease to Preserve and Activate Historic Trimborn Farm

The Wehr Nature Center Is Bringing Back Reptile Day

Milwaukee Ranked Among Nation’s Top Park Systems in 2026 ParkScore® Index

Recognition shared by Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee County Parks, and the City of Milwaukee

Public Input Meeting on Veterans Park Lagoon Feasibility Study

Milwaukee County Development Projects Recognized by Mayor’s Design Awards

Milwaukee County Parks Addresses Sheridan Park Bluffs Concerns

Milwaukee County Parks Addresses Sheridan Park Bluffs Concerns

The Vine Humboldt Beer Garden Reopens for the 2026 Season on May 21st

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Celebrates National Public Works Week

Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Celebrates Reopening of Bender Park Boat Launch Following Critical Restoration Work

Milwaukee County Parks in Search of Vendors for July 3rd Drone Show

The Bartolotta Restaurants Announces May 21 Season Opening of Roundhouse Beer Garden at McKinley Marina

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

Juneau Beer Garden Opens for the 2026 Season on May 15th

Joy Engine Announces the Return of ArtBlaze to Milwaukee Beaches This Summer

Free Summer Series of Art, Music and Wonder Returns with Giant Inflatable Art Experiences to Bring Communities Together

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Reopening of Bender Park Boat Launch Following Major Dredging Project

2026 Traveling Beer Garden Tour Kicks Off May 13th at Wilson Park

Big Truck Day Returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, May 16

Red Arrow Park to host to dozens of big rigs from the Department of Public Works, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Fire Department

Musical Variety Takes Center Stage at Lake Park Musical Mondays

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

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week

Milwaukee County Parks Launches Vision for Super Splash Pad at Washington Park

Wehr Nature Center Expands Accessibility Through New Partnerships and Inspiring Community Leadership

Whitnall Beer Garden Opens April 29th With Celebratory Free Beer and Root Beer

Celebrate 25 Years of the Hank Aaron State Trail at the 6th Annual Spring Ride & Launch of Lakefront’s Bike & Pedestrian Pocket Park

Launch of Eastern Trailhead

Chill on the Hill 2026 Line Up!

Milwaukee County Parks Celebrates 414 Day With Special Deals and Sticker Pick-Ups

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