Things to do this weekend in and around Milwaukee
Friendly fun in Milwaukee area for Friday, September 11, 2026 through Sunday, September 13, 2026. Check out these highlights!
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Friday, September 11, 2026
TosaFest 2026: Celebrating our 50th anniversary! - September 11–12, 2026 - Wauwatosa, WI. Enjoy a neighborhood festival in The Village with live entertainment, food, and family-friendly activities marking TosaFest’s 50th year.
Fish Fry & Biergarten Nights - September 11, 2026 - Eagle, WI. Savor a classic Wisconsin fish fry and craft beer at Old World Wisconsin’s Clausing Café in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Food Truck Friday - City of West Allis - September 11, 2026 - West Allis, WI. Sample a variety of local food truck flavors at the West Allis Farmers Market during this evening community gathering.
Fall Used Book Sale! - September 11–12, 2026 - Milwaukee, WI. Browse thousands of gently used books at the Milwaukee Public Library Bookseller for budget-friendly reads for the whole family.
FALLS FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT | "Grease" Presented by Waterstone Bank - September 11, 2026 - Menomonee Falls, WI. Bring blankets and chairs to Village Park for an outdoor screening of “Grease” under the stars.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Basse’s 7th annual Apple & Sunflower Fest! - September 11–13, 2026 - Colgate, WI. Celebrate fall with apple picking, sunflower fields, and farm attractions perfect for kids and families.
Member Mornings at MPM - September 12–13, 2026 - Milwaukee, WI. Milwaukee Public Museum members get early access to exhibits for a quieter, more immersive morning visit.
Fall Fest - September 11–12, 2026 - Oconomowoc, WI. Enjoy a full day of autumn-themed fun with music, food, and family activities in downtown Oconomowoc.
China Lights 2026: Legends Come Alive at Boerner Botanical Garden - September 11–13, 2026 - Hales Corners, WI. Stroll among dazzling illuminated lantern displays celebrating Chinese legends at Boerner Botanical Garden.
Powerful Pollinators: A Summer Exhibit at Milwaukee County Zoo - September 10–13, 2026 - Milwaukee, WI. Learn how bees, butterflies, and other pollinators support ecosystems through interactive zoo exhibits.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Walk for a Cure - The Payton Alexander Foundation - September 13, 2026 - Milwaukee, WI. Join a meaningful walk at Milwaukee County Zoo to support Ewing Sarcoma research and wish-granting for children.
Animal Encounters at Discovery World - September 11–13, 2026 - Milwaukee, WI. Meet aquatic and terrestrial animals up close while learning from educators at Discovery World on the lakefront.
Craving a wildly good time? Visit Shalom Wildlife Zoo! - September 10–13, 2026 - West Bend, WI. Walk or drive through expansive habitats to see a wide variety of animals in a unique wildlife sanctuary setting.
Historic Narrated Boat Tour with Edelweiss Boats - September 10–13, 2026 - Milwaukee, WI. Cruise Milwaukee’s rivers and harbor while hearing stories about the city’s history and architecture from onboard guides.
The Otherworld is Home - September 10–13, 2026 - Milwaukee, WI. Explore contemporary art at the Haggerty Museum of Art in an exhibition that imagines home in fantastical otherworldly ways.