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Milwaukee Day - East Troy Railroad Museum

Start your summer at our fun-filled Milwaukee Day event! Learn about Milwaukee's once very extensive network of electric railways, of which the East Troy Electric Railroad is the last surviving segment. Our train crews and docents will provide historical messages about Milwaukee's transportation history and how it impacted surrounding areas in the Depot and onboard rare operating Milwaukee streetcar 846 and 1930-vintage North Shore Line "Silverliner" interurban 761. Model railroads will also be operating in the East Troy Depot, additional kid-friendly activities will be offered, and unique work equipment from The Milwaukee Electric Railway and Light Company will be on display! Tickets are good all day! Ride as many trains as you would like!

Dates:

06/27/2026

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Location:

East Troy Railroad Museum, 2002 Church St, East Troy, WI 53120, United States

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Independence Day Weekend at Old World Wisconsin

Celebrate Old World Wisconsin’s 50th anniversary and our nation’s 250th birthday during a monumental weekend jam-packed with food, games, music, performances and other patriotic festivities! Suit up in your best red, white and blue gear and head to the Crossroads Village to celebrate our biggest Independence Day yet: enjoy fan-favorite activities like pie-eating contests, wagon rides, historic baseball, brass bands and a patriotic parade as well as NEW experiences—explore our brand-new Welcome Center, try 50th anniversary food, brews and cocktails, pick up special merchandise and souvenirs at the new Welcome Center and much more.

Dates:

07/04/2026

07/05/2026

10 AM - 4 PM

Location:

Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Wisconsin 67, Eagle, WI 53119, United States

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A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration LIVE from the West Lawn!

A CAPITOL FOURTH: 250TH WEEKEND CELEBRATION kicks off America’s Semiquincentennial - and we’re going all out! Broadcasting live on July 3rd from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, A Capitol Fourth: 250 Weekend Celebration will feature the national television debut of country music icon Trace Adkins’ new song “American Made”, along with spectacular fireworks live from George Washington's Mount Vernon. Tune in July 3rd at 8 pm/7c on public television stations nationwide (check local listings), and for American Forces Network for service members around the world. Mark your calendar to join us!

Dates:

07/03/2026

8pm EDT / 7pm CDT / 6pm MDT / 5pm PDT / 4pm AKDT

Location:

East Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC, USA

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Summer Show Dome Theme: Glass Under Glass

Discover summer’s brightest showcase as the Show Dome becomes a glowing gallery of color and reflection. Glass Under Glass features more than a dozen stained-glass and hand-painted artworks set within a vibrant horticultural display of coleus, petunias, vinca, lantana and more. This immersive garden installation transforms the dome into a living kaleidoscope of summer color and light. Experience the season’s brilliance- visit the Show Dome this summer and let art and nature inspire your senses.

Dates:

06/19/2026

06/20/2026

06/21/2026

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Location:

524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53215, United States

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Racine Zoo Summer Holiday Camp

Join us for the 4th of July Week for fun at the Zoo! Summer Holiday Camps are Pay-By-Day; Spend one day with us, or all four! Pick and choose which days work with your schedule, and only pay for days you need. There will be no Zoo Camp on Friday, July 3 due to the holiday. All Racine Zoo camps include up close encounters with animals, daily crafts, snacks, and plenty of hands on learning about animals, wildlife, and the environment. For campers in Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Space is limited, so register early!

Dates:

06/29/2026

06/30/2026

07/01/2026

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9am - 4pm

Location:

Racine Zoo, 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI 53402, United States

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Kids Get in Free Wednesdays

Kids get in free on Wednesdays during Old World Wisconsin’s 50th anniversary! Show your young learners the wonders of 1800s and early 1900s life at zero cost on Wednesdays from June through August. Ages 12 and Under

Dates:

06/24/2026

07/01/2026

07/08/2026

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10 am- 4 pm

Location:

Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Wisconsin 67, Eagle, WI 53119, United States

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Brains On! LIVE: Your Brain is Magic!

Brains On, the wildly popular podcast for kids, is hitting the road with a hilarious science-themed show that takes the audience on an adventure through our brains. Hosts Molly Bloom, Marc Sanchez, and Sanden Totten will be there with magic tricks, dance moves, out-of-body experiences, mystery sounds, and even a game show! All the while, kids (and their grown-ups) learn how our brains take a handful of signals from the eyes and ears and turn them into a vibrant picture of the world.

Dates:

06/21/2026

1 PM

Location:

Turner Hall Ballroom, 1040 Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203

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Step right up to Circus World’s Jubilee 250! A star-spangled celebration of America’s 250th anniversary!

Enjoy unforgettable, family-friendly entertainment under the BIG TOP circus tent! Step into a world where American showmanship shines bright and the spirit of celebration fills the air. Jubilee 250! is a star-spangled salute to joy, bringing together clever clowning, joyful juggling, and a parade of delightful critters in a performance that captures the heart of our nation’s love for laughter and spectacle.

Dates:

06/19/2026

06/20/2026

06/21/2026

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Location:

Circus World | A Wisconsin Historic Site, 550 Water St, Baraboo, WI 53913

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Christmas in July at Racine Zoo

Who says it has to be cold to celebrate Christmas?! Bring all your friends and family for a festive and fun-filled day at the Zoo as we celebrate Christmas in July! With Santa on vacation from the North Pole, the Grinch visiting, and so many others making a stop at the Zoo, it is nothing short of a Christmas miracle! We will see you at the Zoo for a jolly good time! Bring the family for a fun-filled day at the Zoo as we celebrate Christmas in July! Join us for a day full of activities for everyone.

Dates:

07/18/2026

10AM – 5PM

Location:

Racine Zoo, 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI 53402, United States

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