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2008 - 2009 Annual Events Calendar
January
World of Weddings
January 5-6, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin Exposition Center-State Fair Park; 414/727-8840
The Wonderful World of Weddings & Occasions is a major event that puts thousands of brides-to-be, wedding planners and other special occasion planners conveniently in touch with the people who provide the unique products, services and ideas that contribute so much toward ensuring that their special event is successful and memorable.
World of Wheels Custom Car Show
January 11-13, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin Exposition Center-State Fair Park; 414/727-8840
The Largest Producer of Indoor Custom Car Shows throughout the U.S. and Canada has grown the show in Milwaukee! Over 300 competitive car, bike and truck classes, from sport compacts to customs and low-riders to hot rods are included! Don't miss our special guest appearances and autograph sessions by A-List Celebrities! Something for everyone to see and enjoy at this family friendly event!
Milwaukee Boat Show
January 18-27, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin Exposition Center-State Fair Park; 414/727-8840
Wisconsin's largest boating exposition with over 300 boats from over 80 manufacturers; motor yachts, runabouts, aluminum boats, pro style fishing rigs, pontoon boats, cruisers...you name it! Marine electronics, accessories, ski equipment, feature displays and seminars make this Wisconsin's Greatest Watersports Expo!
February
Cedarburg Winter Festival
February 9-10, 2008; TBA 2009
Historic Downtown Cedarburg, 800/237-2874
Cedarburg?s 34th Annual Winter Festival Saturday boasts a pancake breakfast, and chili contest, ice carving contest, bed races on the ice, parade and children?s activities at the Community Center. Events within walking distance and most are free to the public.
February 21-24, 2008; TBA 2009
U.S. Cellular Arena, 414/908-6001
A superlative, non-stop evening of wonder, thrills, hilarity and pure amazement! The Tripoli Shrine Circus comes to town for its annual visit to the U.S. Cellular Arena-with stupendous new acts and returning favorites for 2005.
2008 Greater Milwaukee Auto Show
February 23-March 2, 2008; TBA 2009
Midwest Airlines Center, 800/345-1487
Do all of your auto shopping under one roof at the annual Greater Milwaukee Auto Show. Check hundreds of new models from more than 35 manufacturers, plus concept cars and more.
March
Indian Summer Festivals Winter Pow Wow
March 1-2, 2008; March 7-8, 2009
Wisconsin State Fair Park, 414/604-1000
Traditional Pow Wow with grand entries at 1p.m. and 7p.m. on Saturday and at 1p.m. on Sunday. Indian Market, art, traditional food, Prayer Ceremony on Sunday at 10a.m. with free entry for those who attend.
Annual St. Patrick?s Day Parade & Party
March 8, 2008; March 14, 2009
Downtown Milwaukee, 414/276-6696
The Shamrock Club of Wisconsin joins forces with The Westown Association to produce Milwaukee?s oldest St. Patrick's Parade. With its route right in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, this 100-unit parade features marching bands, pipe and drum corps and local personalities.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show
March 12-16, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park, 800/472-2070
Nearly 500 exhibitors of marine products, sporting goods, fishing tackle, vehicles and travel destinations for your needs will be displaying. Catch the largest fish.
Egg Day at the Zoo sponsored by McCormick and Pick 'n Save
March 22, 2008; TBA 2009
Milwaukee County Zoo, 414/771-5570
The zoo blooms with activity the day before Easter as we present colorful crafts, the traditional Bunny Treat Search, springtime entertainment and an Easter Parade led by the most famous bunny of all!
Realtor?s Home & Garden Show
March 26-April 6, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin State Fair Park, Exposition Center, 414/778-4929
www.realtorshomeandgardenshow.com
This is the genuine, original Annual Realtors Home and Garden Show for landscaping, redecorating or renovating every inch of your property from lawn to garden to patio to interior - now expanding to include more terrific home and garden products, services and information than ever, and moved under one roof!
April
May
Drive The Mile
TBA 2008; TBA 2009
Experience the thrill of driving your own street vehicle around The Milwaukee Mile. Drivers must be at least 18 years of age, present a valid driver?s license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance.
SVRA Spring Vintage Weekend
May 16-18, 2008; TBA 2009
Road America Race Track, Elkhart Lake, WI, 800/365-7223
The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) offers tightly regulated wheel to wheel racing for men and women who own and maintain vintage and historical cars. The event will include Vintage GT Challenge featuring historic GTP, Group C and WSC Formula Cars, Sports Racers, GT and Production cars, Spring Series races. It?s a great kick-off to the racing season.
RiverSplash!
May 30-June 1, 2008; TBA 2009
Pere Marquette Park, 414/297-9855
This three-day celebration along 10 blocks of Milwaukee?s downtown river and RiverWalk is the place to be for food, fun, fireworks and music. Admission is free!
IRL IndyCar Series Weekend
May 31-June 1, 2008; TBA 2009
The Milwaukee Mile, 414/453-8277
The biggest names from America?s top open wheel IndyCar Series: Sam Hornish, Dan Wheldon and Danica Patrick head the list of drivers competing for 225 laps at the Milwaukee Mile on Sunday June 3rd. On Saturday, June 2nd, watch IRL IndyCar qualifying and the Indy Pro Race. This is Wisconsin?s premier open wheel racing weekend.
June
June 1, 2008; June 7, 2009
Downtown Milwaukee, 414/276-RIDE
Annual bicycle ride. Four available routes to choose from including a five, 15, 25 and 50-mile bike route. Benefits the United Performing Arts Fund. All routes start and finish at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Finish Line Party to immediately follow event at Marcus Center for the Performing Arts and Red Arrow Park, downtown Milwaukee.
June 11-September 3, 2008, June 3-August 26, 2009
Pere Marquette Park, 414/276-6696
The Westown Association presents downtown Milwaukee?s fastest growing free concert series at the Midwest Airlines Landing in Pere Marquette Park each Wednesday evening. Pack a picnic or choose from one of our food vendors. Bring a blanket and enjoy Milwaukee?s most musically diverse concert series.
AMA Suzuki Superbike Double Header
June 5-8, 2008; TBA 2009
Road America Race Track, Elkhart Lake, WI, 800/365-7223
Professional motorcycle races. Runs rain or shine. Kids age 12 and under free with paying adult.
Jazz in the Park
June 12-September 25, 2008; June 4-September 24, 2009
Cathedral Square Park, 414/271-1416
One of downtown?s most popular after-work activities featuring exciting local and national jazz performers every Thursday evening. Free admission. Bring a picnic or try delicious food and wine from local vendors. Relax in the park with friends and colleagues.
June 6-8, 2008; June 6-8, 2009
Midwest Airlines Center, 800/554-0197
Learn to make beautiful jewelry with fabulous beginner and intermediate classes. Beadweaving, metal work, glass beadmaking and professional jewelry techniques. Fabulous shopping - 340+ vendors with pearls, gems, art glass, seed beads and more! For information call, 800-554-0197 or www.beadandbuttonshow.com.
PrideFest
June 6-8, 2008; TBA 2009
Henry Maier Festival Park, 414/645-3378
PrideFest produces the largest Gay/Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender pride festival in Wisconsin. Enjoy the festivities and partake in the food, entertainment and marketplace. PrideFest is a celebration of diversity.
East Town Farm Market
June 7-October 25, 2008; June 6-October 31, 2009
Cathedral Square Park, 414/271-1416
In the heart of East Town, every Saturday morning, enjoy Wisconsin farmers selling homegrown produce, and merchants with home-baked breads and desserts, and unique arts and crafts, while being entertained by local musicians.
Milwaukee Highland Games
June 7, 2008; June 6, 2009
Heidelberg Park, Glendale 262/796-0807
Enjoy bagpipe bands, Scottish foods, Highland dancing and unique athletic events.
Reclaiming Our Heritage
June 7-8, 2008; June 6-7, 2009
Grounds of Veterans Administration Medical Center, 414/389-4135
Multi-era military encampment 1660-2004; tour of historic Soldiers Home buildings and National Cemetery, parade, fashion show and concerts. Free admission/parking-donations to renovate historic buildings accepted.
Westown Farmers? Market
June 18-October 29, 2008; June 3-October 28, 2009
Zeidler Union Square Park, 414/276-6696
Enjoy the festive atmosphere of downtown?s oldest market located at Third and Michigan Streets in Zeidler Park. Purchase Wisconsin-grown produce and flowers, hand-crafted art and lunch at various venor booths as you are entertained by local musicians during the lunch hour.
Juneteenth Day Celebration
June 19, 2008; June 19, 2009
414/372-3770
Juneteenth Day Celebration commemorates the end of slavery. Festivities begin with a parade that ends at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive and concludes with a street festival featuring entertainment and food.
Piggly Wiggly Chicago Region SCCA June Sprints
June 19-22, 2008; TBA 2009
Road America Racetrack, Elkhart Lake, WI, 800/365-7223
Sports Car Club of America racing action. Nine races, 24 classes of cars. Kids under 12 free with paying adult.
Lakefront Festival of Art
June 20-22, 2008; TBA 2009
Milwaukee Art Museum Grounds, 414/224-3854
Acclaimed as one of the country?s finest juried art festivals, the Lakefront Festival of Arts features 189 artists from throughout the country displaying and selling their work. Sculpture garden, children?s art activities, entertainment, artist demonstrations and food/beverage vendors.
NASCAR Weekend
June 20-21, 2008; TBA 2009
The Milwaukee Mile, 414/453-8277
Enjoy the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Race Friday night under the lights at the Milwaukee Mile. The tough trucks return for a 200 lap race and make the sparks fly. The NASCAR Busch Race on Saturday night sees the NASCAR stars race side by side for 250 miles under the lights on this fast flat track.
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June 20-22, 2008; TBA 2009 Henry Maier Festival Park, 414/529-2140 Come celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Polish Fest, America's largest Polish Festival! Enjoy Polish folk dancing, polka music, cultural village with exhibits, folk art demonstrators and artists, life-sized legends and storytellers, Polish rock bands, classical musicians, the 8th Annual Chopin Youth Piano Competition, Miss Polish Fest Pageant, the Sukiennice marketplace full of Polish goods, a children's stage, and lots of delicious Polish food! |
Summerfest
June 26-July 6, 2008; TBA 2009
Henry Maier Festival Park, 414/273-FEST, 800/273-FEST
Celebrate music and summer at ?the World's Largest Music Festival? on Milwaukee?s beautiful lakefront. Only Summerfest can deliver an unforgettable live music experience of this magnitude, year after year. For eleven straight days, from Noon until Midnight, Summerfest features a an amazing world-class 75-acre setting and showcases hundreds of performances by the music industry?s hottest artists and emerging talent, as well as delectable food and beverages and interactive activities for everyone.
Cedarburg Strawberry Festival
June 28-29, 2008; TBA 2009
Downtown Historic Cedarburg, 262/377-9620, 800/237-2874
This 23rd annual celebration of the Strawberry includes several art & craft fairs, live bands, a plein air painting contest, strawberry desserts and delicacies plus a multitude of delicious food. Enter the strawberry bob or strawberry pie eating contests.
July
Jazz in the Park
June 12-September 25, 2008 (See June Listing)
East Town Farm Market
June 7-October 25, 2008 (See June Listing)
River Rhythms
June 11-September 3, 2008 (See June Listing)
Westown Farmer's Market
June 18-October 29, 2008 (See June Listing)
Summerfest
June 26-July 6, 2008 (See June Listing)
Glendale Days: Kletzsch Park, 414/228-1740 www.glendale-wi.org |
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U. S. Bank Fireworks
July 3, 2008; July 3, 2009
Veterans Park, 800/231-0903
Spectacular fireworks light up the night sky along Milwaukee?s beautiful lakefront, just north of War Memorial Center starting at 9:20p.m. Enjoy afternoon activities and entertainment at the Family Festival beginning at Noon.
Annual Glendale 4th of July Parade
July 4, 2008; July 4, 2009
Fire Station on Milwaukee River Parkway, 414/228-1740
The parade begins at the corner of Milwaukee River Parkway and Civic Drive and proceeds north to the Kletzsch Park Pavilion, followed by music, food, carnival rides, bingo, dunk tank at Kletzsch Park concluding with fireworks.
CCS Championship Cup Series (cycles)
July 4-6, 2008; TBA 2009 2008
Road America, 800/365-7223
CCS racing provides sportsman-level motorcycle road racing with four major displacement breakdowns: lightweight, middleweight, heavyweight and unlimited. There are three major classes for each group: SuperSport, SportBike and Grand Prix.
Independence Day Parade
July 4, 2008; July 4, 2009
Wauwatosa, 414/479-8988
The parade begins at 9a.m. at Mayfair Mall and proceeds east on North Avenue to 80th Street followed by family activities at 12:30p.m. at Hart Park concluded with fireworks.
Bastille Days
July 10-13, 2008; July 9-12, 2009
East Town (Jefferson Street/Cathedral Square), 271-1416
Celebrate French history and culture as the streets of Milwaukee are transformed into a mini French city complete with an Eiffel Tour. This free festival features street entertainers, a marketplace, over 25 sidewalk cafés and the annual ?Storm the
Bastille? 5K fun run/walk.
Gathering on the Green
July 11-12, 2008; July 11-12, 2009
Rotary Park Mequon, 4000 W. Highland Rd., 262/242-6187
Friday - Jazz on the Green with top jazz artists. Saturday - Gathering on the Green featuring: Milwaukee Ballet, Florentine Opera, the Gathering on the Green Festival orchestra and other performing groups.
Greek Fest
July 11-13, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin State Fair Park, 800/884-FAIR
The annual family celebration will feature traditional Greek food, fun and festivities. Guests will dine on exceptional Greek food, cooked the old-fashioned way by hard-working members of the parish, using authentic Greek recipes; all-natural ingredients and lots of tender, loving care
South Shore Frolics
July 11-13, 2008; July 10-12, 2009
South Shore Park, 414/671-4712
Enjoy three days of food, music, and spectacular fireworks nightly. A variety of kids games and rides will be available as well as an arts and craft show, bike ride and a spectacular parade on Saturday morning.
U.S. Bank Championship in Milwaukee
July 14-20, 2008; TBA 2009
Brown Deer Park Golf Course, 414/431-4653
www.usbankchampionship.com
PGA Tour brings 156 of the best golfers in the world to the Brown Deer Park Golf Course. Top level PGA Tour Pros
compete for a 4 million dollar purse in Wisconsin?s only PGA Tour event. The event is nationally televised.
Festa Italiana
July 17-20, 2008; July 16-19, 2009
Henry Maier Festival Park, 414/223-2193
www.festaitaliana.com
Romance, nostalgia and rich Italian delicacies fill the air at Festa, America?s largest Italian cultural event. Offering nine
stages of world-renowned and local entertainment. Enjoy the Sicilian brass marching band, the cultural exhibits and the
colorful religious procession following Sunday Mass. Nightly fireworks displays.
Kohler International Challenge with Brian Redman
July 17-20, 2008; TBA 2009
Road America Race Track, Elkhart Lake, WI, 800/365-7223
www.roadamerica.com
View vintage sports car and racecars. Enjoy a Motorsports car show and auction. Children age 12 and under free with paying
adult.
Garfield Avenue Blues, Gospel & Arts Festival
July 19, 2008; TBA 2009
Garfield Avenue, between 3rd & 7th Streets, 414/297-9787
Family entertainment provided by inner city blues bands, dance groups, and gospel choirs. Barbeque and Louisiana Boil
ethnic foods; clowns; magicians; puppet strolling and face painting for children; inner city arts and crafts participation. Noon
to sunset.
Port Fish Day
July 19, 2008; July 18, 2009
Port Washington, 800/719-4881
www.portfishday.com
?The world?s largest one-day outdoor Fish Fry,?free admission to festival grounds, featuring parade, classic car show, arts
and crafts, five stages of live entertainment with featured national acts, easy parking with free shuttle busses, carnival, soccer
water fights and much more.
German Fest
July 25-27, 2008; July 24-26, 2009
Henry Maier Festival Park, 414/464-9444
www.germanfest.com
Grab a stein and cool off with your favorite brew at North America?s largest annually held German festival! Indulge German
cuisine. Watch craftsmen demonstrate old-world artistry. Enjoy a colorful brass band or stroll through the Marketplatz for
unique German gifts, from clocks to steins
EAA AirVenture
July 28-August 3, 2008; July 27-August 2, 2009
Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh, WI, 920/426-4800
www.airventure.org
The world?s largest sport aviation gathering annually attracts more than 800,000 people and 11,000 airplanes. Daily
afternoon air shows, the world?s latest aviation innovations and more than 500 workshops, seminars and forums.
August
Jazz in the Park
June 12-September 25, 2008 (See June Listing)
East Town Farm Market
June 7-October 25, 2008 (See June Listing)
River Rhythms
June 11-September 3, 2008 (See June Listing)
Westown Farmers? Market
June 18-October 29, 2008 (See June Listing)
African World Festival
August 1-3, 2008; TBA 2009
Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 414/372-4567
www.africanworldfestival-milwaukee.com
Expect a world of heritage, culture, entertainment and family activities at African World Festival. Whether you always
attend or have never been to the Midwest's premier three-day celebration of African heritage and culture, make sure you don't
miss this annual event.
Historic Third Ward Jazz Festival: A Summer Sizzle
August 1-2, 2008; TBA 2009
Historic Third Ward, 414/273-1173
www.historicthirdward.org
Sizzling jazz in a great neighborhood! A free, outdoor festival featuring two stages of great jazz musicians, a variety of
mouth-watering food, and many specialty vendors.
River Flicks
August 1-29, 2008; August 7-28, 2009
Pere Marquette Park, 414/276-6696
www.westown.org
On Friday nights in August watch a free movie under the stars on the Milwaukee River. Movies start at dusk with familyfriendly
entertainment starting at dusk, approximately 8:30p.m.
Wisconsin State Fair
July 31-August 10, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin State Fair Park, 414/266-7000, 800/884-FAIR
www.wistatefair.com
The state?s largest, most historic annual event highlights Wisconsin?s agriculture traditions with the excitement of a
contemporary, urban event. The International Bazaar, thrilling midway, blue ribbon livestock, 30 free stages featuring topname
entertainment and world-famous cream puffs entice fairgoers of all ages.
Arab World Festival
August 8-10. 2008; TBA 2009
Henry Maier Festival Park 414/727-5517
Cuisine from the exotic to the familiar, live entertainment, traditional dance and bellydancers, highlights of the rich cultural
heritage, an abundance of treasures in the marketplace. Dedicated children?s area makes it a family event. Don?t miss the live
camel rides.
Morning Glory Fine Craft Fair
August 9-10, 2008; August 8-9, 2009
Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 414/273-7206
www.wdcc.org
Annual juried show presented by the Wisconsin Designer Crafts Council. Featuring 100 fine craft artists exhibiting/selling
original ceramics, fiber, jewelry, glass, leather, metal, wood, enamels, sculpture, photography, and mixed media.
Refreshments and silent auction to benefit AWE (Artists Working in Education.) Free admission.
Irish Fest
August 14-17, 2008; August 13-16, 2009
Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 414/476-3378
www.irishfest.com
Milwaukee Irish Fest is the world?s largest Irish festival. Celebrated annually on the third weekend of August, Irish Fest is
committed to celebrating and preserving Irish culture and music. Irish Fest boasts more than 300 performances on 16 stages,
a Cultural village and Children?s Area.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel?s Milwaukee A La Carte
August 14-17, 2008; July 20-23, 2009
Milwaukee County Zoo, 414/771-3040
www.milwaukeezoo.org
Some of the area?s best restaurants add to the flavor of the Zoo during the popular ?Feast with Beasts.? Enjoy local and
national entertainment on six stages throughout the park in addition to activities and fun for the entire family.
Governor?s Cup Race Weekend
August 22-24, 2008; TBA 2009
The Milwaukee Mile, 414/453-8277
www.milwaukeemile.com
Hear the roar of the V8 engines of the 200+ stock car teams racing at the Milwaukee Mile. Watch the best short track late
model racers in Wisconsin join the quest to win the Governor?s Cup Races at the Milwaukee Mile during this exciting
weekend.
Mexican Fiesta
August 22-24, 2008; August 21-23, 2009
Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 414/383-7066
Mexicanfiesta.org,
Spice up your life at Mexican Fiesta! A south-of-the border extravaganza featuring mouth-watering food, rousing mariachi
bands, foot-stomping rhythms and an elaborate swirl of traditional dancers. Discover handmade treasures as you wander the
marketplace. Learn the culture and heritage of Mexico and other Latin countries.
2008 Milwaukee Rally
August 28-30, 2008; TBA 2009
Various Dealerships in Milwaukee, 800/554-1448
www.milwaukeerally.com
All bikes and riders are welcome. Dealer venues include Milwaukee Harley-Davidson/Buell, Hal?s Harley-Davidson/Buell,
Suburban Motors and House of Harley-Davidson/Buell. A free street party will take place on Sat. night. Visit the Web site
for more details. www.milwaukeerally.com
September
Jazz in the Park
June 12-September 25, 2008 (See June Listing)
East Town Farm Market
June 7-October 25, 2008 (See June Listing)
River Rhythms
June 11-September 3, 2008 (See June Listing)
Westown Farmers? Market
June 18-October 29, 2008 (See June Listing)
Indian Summer Festival
September 5-7, 2008; September 4-6, 2009
Henry Maier Festival Park, 414/604-1000
www.indiansummer.org
This is the largest Native American festival in the United States. Competition Pow-Wow; torch lit canoe procession
preceding fireworks; Canadian, Mayan and American Indian dance troupes; tribal village re-creations; cultural
demonstrations; storytellers; lacrosse demonstrations and tournaments; tribal tourism; juried fine arts; American Indian
traditional and contemporary entertainers; authentic foods and marketplace.
Oktoberfest
September 5-21, 2008; TBA 2009
Heidelberg Park, Glendale 414/462-9147
Sponsored by the United German Societies of Milwaukee at Old Heidelberg Park, this authentic fall festival features brass
bands, Bavarian folk dancers, yodelers, music and dancing for everyone. German food and beer available Fri.-Sun. for three
weekends.
TosaFest
September 5-6, 2008; September 4-5, 2009
Wauwatosa, 414/899-6449
www.tosafest.org
An annual event held in the Village of Wauwatosa with festivities that include entertainment on 2 stages, a children?s area
with games, a wide variety of foods and a ?fun run.?
Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival
September 5-7, 2008; TBD 2009
www.wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com
Jefferson Fair Park, Jefferson, 608/868-2505
Starts Friday with the Wonders of Wool fiber arts classes and Crook & Whistle Stock Dog Trial - 52 fiber workshops and
over 120 dogs competing. Fleece Show & Sale; Chef Sabi Cooking with Lamb demo; 120 vendors in the Country Store;
Make It With Wool fashion design competition; Sheep 101 clinic for beginning shepherds; lambing barn display; Herding
101 classes for herding dogs; hooked rug exhibit; Wool In The Military history exhibit and more! $5/day, $10 weekend pass.
Kids 8 & under free. Camping on grounds. Catalog or visit website for complete details and registration.
Oktoberfest in Milwaukee
September 5-21, 2008; TBA 2009
On Old World Third Street between State St. and Juneau Ave., 414/226-2728
www.hbmilwaukee.com
Live entertainment featuring a range of traditional German music and pop music in the evening German dancing, multiple
beer tents representing top German breweries, a variety of German food specialties and German gifts.
Ziegler Kettle Moraine Jazz Festival
TBA 2008; TBA 2009
Riverside Park, West Bend, WI, 877/271-6903 (toll free)
www.kmjazz.com
The Ziegler Kettle Moraine Jazz Festival, along the banks of the upper Milwaukee River, features internationally recognized
jazz musicians and vocalists, with tempting international cuisine, an arts marketplace and interactive sponsor exhibits.
Proceeds benefit the West Bend Sunrise Rotary Foundation.
Milwaukee River Challenge
September 13, 2008; TBA 2009
Pere Marquette Park/Milwaukee River, 414/223-6901 x123
www.milwaukeeriverchallenge.com
This regatta features head style races on Milwaukee?s downtown river. Rowing demonstrations presented in the morning.
View races from along the RiverWalk. Admission is free!
Green County Cheese Days
September 19-21, 2008; September 17-18, 2010
Downtown Monroe, WI, 800/307-7208
Experience Old World traditions at an out-of-this world celebration! Family weekend honors cheese making and Swiss
heritage with entertainment, Green County cheese for sale, arts and crafts fair, carnival, street dancing, historic cheese
making demonstrations, dairy farm and cheese factory tours and Sunday?s giant Cheeseland Festival Parade.
Cedarburg Wine & Harvest Festival
September 20-21, 2008; September 19-20, 2009
Historic Downtown Cedarburg, 800/237-2874
www.cedarburgfestivals.org
Come join our two-day, ?strolling? festival throughout Cedarburg?s Downtown Historic District. Features farmer?s market,
live bands, scarecrow contest, grape stomp contest, apple bobbing, grilled foods and food courts, hayrides, children?s games,
5K run/walk
and plenty of fun!
Wisconsin Orchid Society Show
September 20-21, 2008; September 19-20, 2009
Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory ? The Domes, 414/645-0292
www.wisconsinorchidsociety.org
Enjoy breathtaking displays of orchids at their peak of bloom. Professional orchid growers nationwide will be selling a wide
array of plants and supplies. Regular Domes admission applies.
Harvest Fair/World Beef Expo
September 26-28, 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin State Fair Park, 414/266-7000
www.wistatefair.com
Harvest bazaar, entertainment on multiple stages, scarecrow making, European-style beer garden, antique farm machinery
displayed, farmer?s market and more. Family fun for everyone.
3rd Annual Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show ? Milwaukee
September 27-28, 2008; TBA 2009
Midwest Airlines Center; 414/908-6001
www.finefurnishingsshows.com
The Third Annual Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show, Milwaukee presents a marketplace for the finest in handcrafted
furniture, decorative accessories and original art to the public and designer trade professionals located in the Milwaukee,
Door County, Madison and Chicago area. It is the only show of its kind in the Midwestern United States. The show occupies
30,000 square feet at the Midwest Airline Center. Over 150 artisans from across the North America will exhibit and sell their
work.
October
East Town Farm Market
June 7-October 25, 2008 (See June Listing)
Westown Farmers? Market
June 18-October 29, 2008 (See June Listing)
Milwaukee?s Lakefront Marathon
October 5, 2008; October 4, 2009
Veterans Park, 414/291-2647
www.badgerlandstriders.org/lakefront
Individuals and five-person relay teams run 26.2 miles through beautiful neighborhoods along Lake Michigan to finish at
Veterans Park in downtown Milwaukee. It?s flat, fast, fun and well-organized.
Annual David Seebach?s ?Illusions in the Night?
October 24-November 1, 2008; TBA 2009
Modjeska Theater, 414/645-0700
www.davidseebach.com
You?ll laugh! You?ll scream! Magic and mystery in a REAL haunted theater. Since 1991 a Halloween tradition. Levitation!
Transformation! Cremation! A live tiger and those Famous ghosts. Don?t miss David Seebach?s ?Illusions in the Night.?
Hunting Moon Pow Wow
October 31-November 2, 2008; TBA 2009
State Fair Park, 414/847-7320
www.paysbig.com
Third annual Hunting Moon Pow-Wow. Dance & Drum Competition totaling over $80,000 in Prize money! Host Drum:
Smokey Town. For Pow-Wow information please call (800) PAYSBIG ext 7320. Sponsored by the Forest County
Potawatomi Community
November
Cedarburg Festive Friday Eves
November 14-December 19, 2008; TBA 2009
Cedar Creek Settlement, 800/237-2874
www.cedarburg.org
Festive Friday Eves is an exciting series of special evening events that celebrate the Holiday season! The Historic Cedar
Creek Settlement, an 1864 woolen mill, is a picture-perfect setting for the events which feature live holiday music,
luminaries, wine tasting, a winter cookout and complimentary cider and cookies. Each Friday features a different theme.
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
November 16-December 28, 2008; TBA 2009
Downtown Milwaukee, 414/220-4700
www.milwaukeedowntown.com
Animated lighting displays come to life in three downtown parks. Many downtown buildings feature special rooftop lighting
and beautiful street decorations adorn downtown streets.
13th Annual Christmas in the Country
November 18-December 30, 2008; TBA 2009
Grand Geneva Resort, 262/249-4741
www.grandgeneva.com
Christmas in the Country brings thousands of area residents and visitors to the resort to enjoy holiday lights, musical theater,
festive food and family fun. The celebration includes more than half a million lights illuminating the sky and forming
dramatic displays both inside the resort as well as outside across its 1,300 rolling acres.
Holiday Folk Fair International
November 21-23, 2008; November 20-22, 2009
Wisconsin Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park, 414/225-6225
Join in the celebration of cultural diversity. Holiday Folk Fair International showcases the heritage and culture of over 50
ethnic groups through international exhibits, food and dance performances.
Milwaukee Holiday Parade
November 22, 2008; November 21, 2009
Downtown Milwaukee, 262/377-5935
Always held the Saturday before Thanksgiving starting at 9:30a.m. The 75-year-old tradition travels west on Kilbourn
Avenue from Prospect Avenue to 3rd Street then heads south to Wisconsin Avenue where it will end in front of the Shops of
Grand Avenue. This fabulous parade features 20 bands, 30 ft. helium balloons, floats, live animals, clowns, and of course,
Santa Claus! Approximately 1 hour.
Annual Holiday Craft and Gift Show
TBA 2008; TBA 2009
Wisconsin Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park, 414/321-2100
www.craftfairusa.com
This is the largest art, craft and gift show event in the Midwest! You will find hundreds of special yuletide gifts and delicious
holiday candies and teats. There is something for everyone on your shopping list from more than 500 art, craft and gift
exhibitors. Holiday music will put a spring in your step and a smile on your face as you stroll the aisles.
The Fresh Coast Basketball Classic
November 21-23, 2008; TBD 2009
Midwest Airlines Center, 414/908-6001
www.midwestairlinescenter.org
The classic will create an Annual Historically Black College event for the city that will draw visitors and participants from
throughout the Midwest. There will be recruitment fairs, high school boys slam dunk contest, high school girls shootout,
sponsors luncheon, coach's clinic, FCBC step show, FCBC comedy show and city tours.
Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra
November 24, 2008-January 2, 2009; TBA 2009
The Shops of Grand Avenue, 414/224-0655
www.grandavenueshops.com
Leonard Bearstein and his 18-piece orchestra of bears will delight children of all ages as they perform your Holiday favorites
November 22 through December 2003 at The Shops Of Grand Avenue in Downtown Milwaukee.
M&I Bank Annual Holiday Display
November 30, 2008- January 1, 2009; TBA 2009
M & I Bank 770 N. Water St, 414/765-7700
The whimsical holiday display features over 50 costumed Steiff animals including kangaroos, monkeys, bears and more. The
display is free and open to the public.
December
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
November 16-December 28, 2008 (See November Listing)
Christmas in the Country
November 18-December 30, 2008 (See November Listing)
Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra
November 24, 2008-January 2, 2009 (See November Listing)
Christmas in the Ward
December 5-6, 2008; TBA 2009
Historic Third Ward, 414/273-1173
www.historicthirdward.org
Enjoy the holiday spirit of the Historic Third Ward with Santa, carriage rides, carolers, street entertainers and a wide variety
of shops and galleries to explore. Enjoy a raffle, silent auction, and cookie sale too. Tree lighting is on Friday evening.
Event dates are subject to change without notice.
Call 800/554-1448 to confirm dates or visit www.visitmilwaukee.org for updated information.
