Milwaukee County Parks

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

Registration for this event is now open

All-City Towing Owner Buys Deep Thought

Jeff Piller outbids others for the infamous boat he removed from shoreline.

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

We Want Offers for Trimborn Farm

County seeks operator to adaptively reuse farm site, preserving historic buildings and public access.

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

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

Crowley Approves $30 Million for Domes

County will start funding Mitchell Park Domes redevelopment in 2026 budget.

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

Board Approves $30 Million Commitment For Domes

Supervisors provide policy commitment to provide $30 million over six years.

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

Downtown Dog Park Announces Opening Date

'Yappy Hour' will launch dog park, which will then be open daily.

Why Mitchell Park Needs The Domes

And why it matters so much for the people of Milwaukee's near South Side.

Deep Thought Goes Up For Auction This Week

Online auction for infamous beached boat goes live Tuesday morning.

New South Shore Park Playground Opens

Parks rebuilds one of the biggest, most popular playgrounds in the system.

After Quick Success, Parks Fundraising Effort More Than Doubles In Size

'Cheers to Our Parks' seeks donations for $1.25 million effort.

Supervisors Rip EV Chargers in Parks

Supervisors echo criticism from Common Council members.

Parks Committee Backs $30 Million Domes Deal

But supervisors are worried about projects in their districts that won't get funded.

Public EV Charging Plan Faces Trump Opposition, Council Concerns

'I'd cut this program if I was the federal government,' said one alderman.

Domes Plan Requires $30 Million From County

Upside: it will gain lots of private matching money. Downside: the county is broke.

Parks Will Resurface 9 Playgrounds This Year

System has 112 playgrounds and also plans to rebuild Popuch Park playground.

Board Rejects McGovern Senior Center Project

Controversial project would have involved private housing on public land, but was viewed as only option to save center.

Celebrating 100 Years of A Sewage Plant

Jones Island is a national landmark. Officials gather to mark its importance.

MMSD Will Build Stormwater Infrastructure in Washington Park

Sewerage district partnering with county parks and Urban Ecology Center.

Joy Engine Announces the Return of ArtBlaze

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

The Uncertain Future of Hales Corners Park Pool

Sup. Logsdon wants to fill the pool and see if anything needs fixing. And then?

Let’s Not See County Parks as Development Opportunities

County exec's plan to add senior housing to McGovern Park is a bad idea.

Board Divided on McGovern Park Senior Housing Project

Halfway through its review process, it remains unclear if project will pass.

County Will Sell Deep Thought At Public Auction

Boat will be auctioned in whole, or, potentially in pieces.

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

Board Will Vote on McGovern Park Senior Center With Housing

County officials say affordable housing plan only way to save senior center.

County, Greendale Reach Agreement on Land Swap

County would trade parkland for a nature preserve. County Board must approve.

Deep Thought Could Be Sold

County could have public auction for boat abandoned at the lakefront, then removed and now in a towing lot.

County Replaces July 3 Fireworks With a Drone Show

Private sponsors will pay for more 'inclusive' show with no explosions.

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

All County Beer Gardens Open For Summer

Beer garden system in full swing with opening of The Vine in Humboldt Park.

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

Thursdays Bring Free, Reduced Admission to Attractions, Museums

County parks attractions and local museums offer deals on Thursdays.

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

Opening Dates Set For 39 Pools, Splashpads, Water Parks

Milwaukee County Parks plans to open several locations in waves.

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

How to Get to Summerfest 2025 Using Public Transit

Go by bus or by train or by bike.

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

County Replaces Its Oldest Playground

New Mitchell Airport Park playground required federal approval and a special design.

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

County Hiring New Contractor To Remove Beached Boat

Milwaukee County Parks planning removal operation Tuesday, May 6.

Temporary Closure of Lincoln Memorial Drive Scheduled for Boat Removal Operation

30th Street Corridor Trail Study Begins in May

Architecture and engineering firm will study feasibility of multi-use trail in 30th Street Corridor.

City Park To Be Named For La Causa Founder

'Clementina Castro Park' will honor civil rights pioneer.

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 Says County Will Remove S.S. Minnow

East Side Supervisor Sheldon Wasserman wants boat removed ASAP.

County Opens Public Golf Courses

All 13 county courses are ready for golfers.

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

Big Changes Coming to South Shore Park in 2025

Plus: South Shore Terrace opens for the Season.

Senior Center Housing on Parkland Faces Pushback

County running out of options for dilapidated senior centers.

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

Parks Awards Contract for Franklin Habitat Restoration Project

90 acres in county's Root River Parkway will be restored to forest and prairie land.

Crowley Releases Plan To Make County Carbon Neutral By 2050

Twenty-five-year effort will require lots of change, but county has already made major strides.

County’s Traveling Beer Garden Begins in May

Annual traveling beer garden coming to eight parks, starting May 14 at Wilson Park.

Milwaukee County Parks Announces the 2025 Traveling Beer Garden Schedule

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

County Board Authorizes $600,000 for Park Enhancements

Milwaukee County Parks Announces ‘Easter Egg-citement’ at Kosciuszko Community Center

Milwaukee County Parks Presents Spring Break Activities for All Ages

New South Shore Park Beach Takes Shape

New beach designed to improve water quality, reduce beach closings.

Parks Hosts One-Day Hiring Event for Seasonal Positions

Will Public Pool System Ever Be The Same Again?

Lifeguard shortage reduced. But funding to reopen all the pools lacking.

Domes Project Lining Up Key Financing Component

Complicated redevelopment project needs funding from several sources.

Effort Aims To Reduce E. Coli Closures at Bradford Beach

Project will also try to reduce pollution from seagull droppings at McKinley Beach.

Parks Kicks Off Domes, Wehr Nature Center Discount Days

Free parking at Wehr and discounted admission at the Domes begins Thursday, Feb. 27.

MMSD Project Will Reduce Flooding in Jackson Park

Effort to re-naturalize the Kinnickinnic River and remove concrete channels moves west.

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

Evers Budget Gives Trail Projects Some Teeth

Governor supports local governments using eminent domain for trail, sidewalk projects.

Indoor Golf Facility Proposed For Noyes Park

Youth golf organization planning 15,000 square foot golf facility, new practice facilities.