Milwaukee County Parks

Jazz in the Park Is Back Thursday Nights starting June 1

“Milwaukee’s Original Date Night” in Cathedral Square Park celebrates over 30 years with jazzy new lineup

Chairwoman Nicholson Celebrates Success of Roller Skating Initiative at Red Arrow Park

raSmith Provides Multi-Disciplinary Services for Reconstruction of Root River Parkway

Collaboration With Milwaukee County Parks and Milwaukee County Engineering Leads to Enhanced Safety, Access, and Sustainability

Supervisor Vincent Invites Residents to Enjoy Newly Renovated Whitnall Park Beer Garden

Jazz At The Vine Music Series Expands To 6 Concerts This Summer Beginning May 25

Chill on the Hill Announces 2023 Lineup

Diverse Lineups Released for Musical Mondays’ 25th Season and Wonderful Wednesdays Shows in Lake Park This Summer

Special opera performance to kick off 2023 summer music in the park

Harley-Davidson Foundation’s $350,000 Investment, Highland Park Renaming Approved by Board

WMSE Announces 2023 Backyard BBQ Concert Lineup, Date

Bob Mould Band – featuring legendary artist, and founding member of Hüsker Dü – to headline

Radio Milwaukee hires Jay Burseth as Director of Major Giving & Grants, names Kris deFelice as Director of Underwriting & Partnerships

Pair brings over two decades of experience to revenue generating roles at non-profit station

Milwaukee Parks Foundation Launches Resident-Led Park Activation Fund

Foundation calls for residents to submit requests for park projects up to $10,000

Supervisors Burgelis and Martinez to Host Public Meeting on Jackson Park Drive Project

Superheroes and A Touch of Arendelle On Tap For Red Arrow Park’s “Slice of Ice” Rink

Downtown Ice CAPE-ade and “Broadway Skates” featuring Disney’s FROZEN among the themed skating events for February

County Board Funds $1.3 Million in Vital Park Maintenance Projects

Washington Park Bridge Replacement Project Moves Forward

Deteriorating Bridges Spanning Washington Park Lagoon will be replaced in late 2023

“Lightfield” by HYBYCOZO coming to Cathedral Square Park in January

World-renowned art duo bringing 24 light-emitting sculptures to Milwaukee for an immersive experience

Lake Park Ravine Road Bridge Successfully Reopened

First Annual Harvest Fest Draws Hundreds to Sherman Park

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival kicks off Nov. 17 with magical lineup

Kickoff ceremony to feature holiday acts, fireworks and Santa at Pere Marquette Park

Chairwoman Nicholson Applauds New Olmsted Way in Washington Park

Supervisor Burgelis Authors Budget Amendment to Replace Doyne Park Playground

Massive Tree Planting & Wetland Restoration Program Inaugural Event to Reduce Flooding Risks in the Region

DNR, WHEDA Host Home And Habitat Fest At Havenwoods State Forest

Event Unites Housing And Natural Resources

Supervisors Martinez, Zerpa, and Martin Disagree with ARPA Task Force Decision to Reject Funding the Mitchell Park Domes

“I am disappointed that our historic domes weren’t guaranteed a future today. This landmark is not only beloved by the south side of Milwaukee, but it is an iconic structure that is enjoyed by visitors from around the world.” said Supervisor Zerpa.  

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center to Host Annual Back to School Event

City of Milwaukee’s Independence Day Fireworks Rescheduled for August 2, 2022

Jazz in the Park Is Back Thursday Nights starting July 21

Free summer concert series in Cathedral Square Park ‘Jazz’s up’ this year’s Lineup

Supervisor Burgelis Will Host Neighborhood Discussion on the Future of Doyne Park

Bastille Days and the Milwaukee Art Museum Celebrate French Culture in July

Four-day French festival and museum events bring Joie de vivre back to MKE

Chill on the Hill Opens Tonight, June 7, 2022

Wasserman Introducing Legislation to Immediately Address McKinley Beach Safety

Enjoy Diverse Mix of New Offerings and Favorites at Lake Park’s Musical Mondays Series Over Eight Nights in July and August

Also, Wonderful Wednesdays Brings Great Entertainment for Kids and Families

Milwaukee’s Only Downtown and Nighttime 5K Run/Walk, Storm the Bastille, Returns in Person for 2022

East Town Association Reboots Beloved Events for 2022

Bastille Days, Jazz in the Park and the Market return to Cathedral Square

Supervisor Burgelis Encourages Residents to Visit Villa Terrace Olmsted Exhibition

Chill on the Hill 2022

Local Breweries Collaborate on Milwaukee River Clean-up for Earth Month

Six breweries along the Milwaukee River invite the public to clean up the trails, parks and river corridor together on April 2

Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award and Girls’ Day Scholarship honors bestowed

It’s Back After a 2-Year Absence Caused by COVID!

20th Annual Humboldt Park Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, April 2

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance February 2022 Milwaukee County Supervisor Candidate Survey

Candidates share views on historic preservation, future of Mitchell Park Domes

MLK Community Center to Host Make a Family Smile 2021 Drive-Thru Turkey Drive

Construction Underway on ‘Frame the Square’ Project in Milwaukee’s Cathedral Square

Streetscaping project will bring needed upgrades to the perimeter of the square; all park amenities will remain open and accessible throughout construction

Trunk or Treat…It’s About the Children and Community Festival happening Sunday

Budget Amendment Bolstering Park System Recommended by Finance Committee

Finance Committee Recommends Removal of $2.4 Million from Sheriff’s Budget

Funds would be spent instead on human needs, infrastructure

Clancy Applauds Efforts to Provide Healthy Food to Individuals in County Care, Considers Restart of Farm

Supervisor Coggs-Jones and King Advisory Inc. Invite Community to the 26th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Book Bag Giveaway

What They’re Saying: Wisconsin Businesses Beg for Help as Assembly Considers Veto Override

Food Truck Festival Coming to Milwaukee Lakefront Saturday

The Nature Conservancy Kicks Off Milwaukee program With Lamont Smith

Traditional City 4th Of July Celebrations Continue In 2021

Performers Announced as Free “Musical Mondays” and “Wonderful Wednesdays” Concerts Return To Lake Park After A Year Off

Long-Running Concert Series To Present Total of 10 Shows in Late July and August, Including Jazz Standards, Blues, Western Swing, Latin Jazz, R&B and Children’s Artists

Traditional City 4th of July Celebrations Continue in 2021

Westown Association cancels 2021 Westown Farmers’ Market; River Rhythms postponed

Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Parade still scheduled for September 25

Supervisor Sumner Calls for Keeping Great Lakes Erosion Control Loan Program in State Budget

Milwaukee County Parks Seeking Over 500 For Summer Jobs In The Parks

Zilli Hospitality Group is Proud to Announce Milwaukee’s Newest Venue, Greenhouse No. 7, at Mitchell Park Domes

Finance Committee Recommends Additional Funding for McKinley Beach Safety Study

Supervisor Wasserman Statement on Proposed Changes to the Bradford Beach Bathhouse

South Shore Terrace ‘Winter Beer Garden’ to Open Today, Thursday, Dec. 17

Supervisors Goodwin, Logsdon, and Weishan Oppose Call to Further Cut the Sheriff’s Budget

More than $14 million approved for transportation alternatives

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces ‘Love Your Parks’ Collaboration with Purple Door Ice Cream

Limited edition 'Trail Mix' ice cream flavor now available at Purple Door Ice Cream Locations

Taylor Proposal to Create Harriet Tubman Park Adopted by Board of Supervisors

New Painted Hearts Encourage Social Distancing in Downtown Parks

County Executive David Crowley names Guy Smith for Parks Director

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces ‘Love Your Parks’ Collaboration With Stone Creek Coffee

Limited edition 'Love Your Parks' coffee now available in Stone Creek Coffee locations & online

Google Arts & Culture highlights all that Milwaukee has to offer

The City of Milwaukee Phase 4 Assessment Update—MKE Cares mask ordinance in effect & clarification on school openings

The City of Milwaukee Phase 4 Assessment Update

Boerner Botanical Gardens Opens for the Season Today

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces ‘Love Your Parks’ Campaign

Milwaukee County & Partners Announce the “Love Your Parks” Campaign to Build a Path to Support the Equitable, Long-term Sustainability of the Parks System

The City of Milwaukee Phase 4 Assessment Update

County Board Approves Funding for Mural Honoring Quanita “Tay” Jackson

Supervisor Russell Goodwin Congratulates Supervisor Weishan on Innovative Plan to Fund County Parks

The City of Milwaukee Moves to Phase 3 of COVID-19 Orders

Milwaukee County Parks To Open Whitnall & Traveling Beer Gardens Starting Monday

Milwaukee County Park Deep-Well Pools to Remain Closed this Summer as a Result of COVID-19

24th season of River Rhythms has been canceled

Chill on the Hill 2020 Announcement

Milwaukee lakefront fireworks cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic

Decision announced today by partners American Family Insurance, Milwaukee Brewers, T&M Partners and Milwaukee County

Eight Milwaukee County Golf Courses to Open Friday, April 24

County Supervisor Felesia Martin Urges Residents to Stop Congregating Around County Parks

Milwaukee County Updates Regarding COVID-19

Milwaukee County Updates Regarding COVID-19

Milwaukee County Parks and the Zoo will close effective this weekend until further notice

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Issues Proclamation About COVID-19

Administrative Orders will be implemented around paid leave and travel to provide employees with a financial safety net and to prioritize the health and safety of residents served by Milwaukee County

20th Annual Humboldt Park Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, March 28

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Supervisors Introduce Ordinance to Advance Racial Equity and Improve Health Outcomes

Leadership commits to eliminating institutional racism by changing County policies, practices and power structures

Traveling Beer Garden 2020 Dates & Locations Announced

Milwaukee County Launches Pilot Program to Expand Accessibility for MCTS Riders

Aira app helps MCTS riders who are blind or low vision navigate the more than 5,000 bus stops in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Initial Funding for Milwaukee Parks Foundation

More than $350,000 in initial gifts will support programming, infrastructure projects and long-term multi-park improvement campaigns that focus on racial equity across Milwaukee County

Local business leaders step up to support community assets

Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson October 29, 2019

Milwaukee Oktoberfest Returns on Friday, Oct. 4 Through Sunday, Oct. 6

Free Beer will be poured out at 5pm on Friday in Pere Marquette Park to kick off the festivities.

Green Bay Packers Donate New Playground for Center Street Park

The Packers gift, which includes installation costs, was made in conjunction with the National Football League’s "Play60" and "Huddle for 100" initiatives, is valued at between $75,000 and $80,000.

Park’s ‘Maptacular’ art project returns for second season

This year’s unique maps, which were revealed at a gallery night at the Mitchell Park Domes on Thursday night.

1881 Event Production Will Host ILLÜMINATE MKE

A Music Festival powered by Lüm Music

Kletzsch Park Improvements Key to Unlocking Millions in E.P.A. Funding

The $2 million project in Kletzsch Park is part of an extensive plan to tackle environmental issues in the Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern.

Artists exhibit two viewpoints of our local landscape

At the October 10 Opening Reception, the artists will speak briefly at 6 pm, and light refreshments will be provided.

Preserve Our Parks Posts “For Sale” Signs at Milwaukee County Parks

Signs Call Attention to Parks Neglect, Threatened Shut-Down of Parks Facilities

Milwaukee County Parks System to be designated an “Important Bird Area” in Wisconsin

With its Important Bird Area designation, the park system joins 92 sites in Wisconsin, 2,832 sites in the U.S. and 12,000 other sites worldwide as Important Bird Areas.