Milwaukee County Parks

Traveling Beer Garden 2020 Dates & Locations Announced

City To Fund Improvements On Edge of Cathedral Square

TIF district would help bail out Century City,

How a Milwaukeean Got on the Right Path

Elijah Tucker-Carter hasn't caught many breaks in life, so he took it on himself to change that.

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

Birds Can Now Be Slaughtered

County tries to protect birds as Trump policies open door to wanton killing.

County Officials Want to Pave Paradise

Why Kletzsch Park riverside is a sacred place with Native American history that must be saved.

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

Which Sign Do You Prefer?

City, county want public input on signs for bicycle trails and city bicycle network.

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.

Unique Coalition Seeks Sales Tax Hike

County officials, all 19 municipalities, business leaders back plan to net $160 million per year.

Domes Task Force Recommends $66 Million Plan

Plan to radically alter the domes and Mitchell Park demands fast decision making.

Public Shocked by ‘For Sale’ Signs in County Parks

Parks group uses "For Sale" signs to raise awareness and support for parks funding.

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.

Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships to return to Milwaukee for 2020-21

Sprint-distance to be qualification-based starting in 2020; special qualification opportunities for 2019 participants

MCSO & Parks to Host Public Safety Day

The entire community is invited to meet MCSO Deputies and Milwaukee County Park Rangers, while enjoying free food, refreshments, snacks and information.

Milwaukee County Parks Adds Camp Out Opportunites This Summer

The Camp Out costs $25 for adults per night and $15 for children per night.

How Healthy Are State’s Lakes?

E coli advisory closed South Shore Beach on July 4th. Dozens of beaches with issues since 2013.

VISIT Milwaukee announces 2019-2020 Board of Directors

Convention visitors bureau adds five new board members, new vice chair

Lock Your Love at This Year’s Bastille Days

East Town Association partners with The Master Lock Company, artists and students on new sculptures

Inaugural Wisconsin Comic Con comes to Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center hosts the convention June 28-30

Board of Supervisors Directs Parks Department to Formalize Pesticide Use Policy

"Milwaukee County has a responsibility to protect the health and safety of everyone who uses our parks and facilities..."

New Plan for Bradford Beach Ramp

The Ability Center announces $100,000 plan to make beach accessible for people with disabilities.

Milwaukee County Parks to Open Outdoor Pools for the Summer Season

Pools will be open June 15 through mid-August

County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee County Parks and Festival Pro LLC Announce the Return of China Lights

Chinese Lantern Festival will return to Boerner Botanical Gardens from September 13 – October 20

New Humboldt Park Wine Garden Opens

Plus: a third Cubanitas, new Milwaukee Brewing rooftop patio, Osteria's return delayed.

County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee County Parks and The Ability Center Announce Plans to Make Bradford Beach Accessible

“By ensuring Bradford Beach is accessible to all Milwaukee County residents, we are working towards making our community assets a convenient and viable choice for people with disabilities.”

Plant it and they will come!

Monarch Trail Annual Plant Sale set for Sunday, June 2, 2019

Plant it and they will come!

Monarch Trail Annual Plant Sale set for Sunday, June 2, 2019

Supervisors Ask County Parks to Update, Clarify Pesticide Use Policy

"It is our duty to protect the citizens of Milwaukee County."

Musical Mondays Announces 22nd Summer of Free Concerts in Lake Park

Series Will Feature 8 Top National and Milwaukee Acts, Diverse Genres of Music

Milwaukee County Parks awarded $60,800 in coastal management grant funding

The grants will enable Milwaukee County Parks to inventory Milwaukee County's coastal resources and prioritize them according to vulnerability and value.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, Supervisor Jason Haas and Milwaukee County Parks Announce a New Wine and Beer Garden at Humboldt Park

The Vine Humboldt is expected to open Memorial Day weekend and will be operated by the county

Save the Kletzsch Park Trees!

The county wants to destroy 10 majestic oak trees for a fish passage. Surely there's a better way.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Parks Announce New Concessions This Summer

The Dock will operate food and beverage options at Bradford Beach

“Hundred for Humboldt” Launches, Aims to Plant 100 Trees at Humboldt Park

100 trees remove 53 tons of carbon dioxide and 430 pounds of other air pollutants per year.

Milwaukee’s July 3 Fireworks to Return in 2019

The 2019 July 3 fireworks show will be supported by American Family Insurance, the Milwaukee Brewers Foundation and T&M Partners.

Golf in March?

Select Courses to Open Friday, Mar. 22

Task Force Says Dump the Domes

Report commissioned by Milwaukee Public Museum and Mitchell Park Domes recommends demolition.

Time running out to save July 3 fireworks

The 45-minute show, launched from two barges on Lake Michigan, costs around $350,000 to put on, and currently, no local businesses have committed to sponsoring the full cost of the event.

Milwaukee County Parks reveals 2019 Traveling Beer Garden schedule

For the past five years the Traveling Beer Gardens have been an integral part of Milwaukee's summer fun. The Traveling Beer Garden opens on May 8, the entire 2019 schedule includes new parks throughout Milwaukee County.

PeppNation Has Helped 14,000 Local Youth

Founded in 2010, non-profit provides sports leadership, mentoring programs to youth all year.

Free ice fishing clinics for kids set for Feb. 9 at five Milwaukee County parks

No pre-registration is necessary for the clinics. Equipment and snacks will be provided and it's all free!

Should Washington Park Get Historic Designation?

Proposal for Olmsted-designed park could alter Urban Ecology Center’s plans for renovation.

Milwaukee County Parks Thanks BBV for partnership at Bradford Beach

Over the past seven years BBV has worked with Milwaukee County to help revitalize Bradford Beach.

County Looks to Grow Hemp at the Domes

Proceeds could be used for Domes' aging infrastructure.

Jingle Bus tour captures downtown Milwaukee’s lights and sights for $2

See downtown Milwaukee’s festive panorama with a 40-minute narrated tour, Thursdays through Sundays, until Dec. 30

14 Catalytic Projects in Clarke Square

New parks, pathways, charter school, business improvement district and more.

“Ruth M. Simos Great Room” Dedicated in Ceremony at Humboldt Park Pavilion

"Ruth Simos was a tireless advocate for Humboldt Park..."

Governor Walker Participates in Groundbreaking Ceremony for Klement’s Sausage Company’s $7.5 Million Expansion

"This expansion is outstanding news, and we look forward to Klement’s continued investment in Wisconsin."

World-Class Chinese Lantern Festival Features Asian Cuisine Weekend at Boerner Botanical Gardens, Sept. 28–30

China Lights admission tickets are valid any night of the regular 2018 schedule.

World-Class Chinese Lantern Festival Opening at Boerner Botanical Gardens on Sept. 21

Spectacular event brings together Milwaukee County residents, visitors for an awe-inspiring show

Labor Day Weekend: Summer Fun in Milwaukee County Parks

Activities over the Labor Day Weekend range from zipping down the slides at the waterparks to taking post-worthy photos at the Botanical Gardens' Trial Garden

NEWaukee’s 7 Bridges BBQ Returns to Grant Park

A Progressive Dining and Music Experience along the 7 Bridges Trail

2nd Annual Venetian Boat Parade to be held August 18, 2018 through McKinley Marina

Fun, Free, Family Event Open to the General Public in Veterans Park

Ticket Sales Begin for World-Class Chinese Lantern Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, Sept. 21–Oct. 21

45 larger-than-life sculptural lantern displays will illuminate the Boerner Botanical Gardens

Richard Schmidt is Failing to Keep Us Safe

Richard Schmidt has failed to articulate a coherent strategy to protect our neighborhood parks.

Who’s Overseeing Washington Park Changes?

Granting so much power to Urban Ecology Center might be a mistake, violating Olmsted’s vision for the park.

‘Bees, Birdies and Beers’

Milwaukee County Parks & Mobcraft Brewery team up to create ‘Honey Driver’ collaboration beer

Humboldt Park Celebrates Wisconsin Food & Beer on July 21

Beginning at 3 p.m., Humboldt Park Friends will be selling freshly grilled corn on the cob for $2 per ear.

Preserve Our Parks to Hold Public Town Hall Meeting in Tosa on July 10

Meeting Designed to Build Grassroots Support for Increased Parks Funding; Town Hall to be Held in Firefly Room at Wauwatosa Public Library at 6:30

Six Ways to Celebrate Dad this Weekend in The Parks

Milwaukee County Parks are offering a variety of relaxing activities with Dad in mind,

Abele Thanks County Board Committee and Chairman for Unanimous Support of Guy Smith

Parks, Energy and Environment Committee votes 5-0 in favor of confirming acting head of Milwaukee County Parks Department

Chinese Lantern Festival to Return to Milwaukee, Sept. 21–Oct. 21

China Lights: Panda-mania will feature several panda-habitat lantern displays among the three-foot to three-story handmade exhibits illuminating the nine-acre botanical gardens

Pop-Up beer Garden featuring the ‘Alestream’ Coming to Jacobus Park in Wauwatosa

The Milwaukee County Parks operated beer garden will feature craft beers from Good City Brewing, MKE brewing and Third Space Brewing.

Abele Appoints Guy Smith to Lead Parks

Smith, a 14-year veteran of Milwaukee County Parks, has been serving as interim director; brings leadership, experience and passion to the County

Reptile Day Returns to Wehr Nature Center June 10

General admission for Reptile Day is $3 per person, $2 per Friends of Wehr member. Parking is $3.50 per car.

Milwaukee County Parks Kicks Off Memorial Day Weekend

Activities will be as varied as visiting a beer garden to swimming at a waterpark.

Family Waterparks to Open for Holiday Weekend

Cool Waters & Schulz to Open Sat, Sun & Memorial Day

50 Additional Lifeguards Needed for Milwaukee County Pools

Free Training Session Begins May 21

New look Traveling Beer Garden live music dates announced

The live music nights, held on Friday and Saturday nights between 5-8pm, will feature a more varied line up this year

Jane’s Walk Is All About Neighborhoods

Annual celebration of urban theorist Jane Jacobs offers 30 guided walks.

Seven Ways to Celebrate Mom this Weekend in The Parks

Relaxing activities with Mom in mind

Summer of Music taking Shape in Milwaukee County Parks

Park visitors this year will also be able to enjoy live music at beer gardens.

South Shore Terrace Seeking to Kickstart Spring with Grand Opening on April 18

Those who are brave enough to attend will be among the first to experience new menu items available at the beer garden

Humboldt Park Lagoon Restoration Nets Sweet Water Funding

HPF cleared cattails and other invasive plants from two sections of shoreline in autumn 2016 and 2017.

Milwaukee County Parks to Host Job Fair at Falk Park, March 31

Positions range from Traveling Beer Garden staff, golf starters, and restaurant staff, to pool attendants, lifeguards, and building- or grounds-maintenance workers.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Honors Milwaukee Architect Donald Grieb

Mitchell Park Domes Among His Contributions

New Partnership Will Bring More Events to the Greenhouse Annex at Mitchell Park Domes

The Zillis liquor license is also expected to be extended to the Annex, which will expand its appeal as a wedding venue.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Congratulates County Staff on Awards

"I am incredibly proud of the team I get to work with here at Milwaukee County."

GOP Abandoning The Free Market

Wisconsin instead picks winners and losers. How is that working?

County Parks To Seek State Grant to Fund Ravine Road Bridge Project

The goal of the project is to preserve the historical character of Lake Park by replacing the bridge with a structure that closely matches its original architecture and design.

Residents Jeer Pay-to-Park Plan

Abele sympathizes but says county must get revenue from somewhere.

Final Reminder: City Seeks Community Input on Walking in Milwaukee

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking input from the community about walking in Milwaukee for the City’s first Pedestrian Plan.

Parks Should Be Free For All People

Why Abele’s pay-to-park-plan for county parks should be opposed.

Control Assigns New Secret Agents to SafeHouse Milwaukee

Agent Change and Agent Bacon.

Free Ice-Fishing Clinics for Kids at 6 Park Lagoons, Feb. 10

Children age 15 and under are invited to hands-on clinics featuring safety on the ice, use of ice fishing equipment, fish identification, regulations, and knot tying.

Activities in The Parks for Youths Off of School for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 15

The Parks Recreation Section is suggesting a variety of low-cost indoor and outdoor activities.