BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/milwaukee-wi/festival.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - milwaukee-wi (festival) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bristol Renaissance Faire DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260730T194433Z UID:2025-1783728000-1788739199@statetrunktour.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Along the Wisconsin-Illinois border you can go back to the 16t h century at the Bristol Renaissance Faire. A plethora of entertainment\, great food\, performances\, and a marketplace filled with crafts\, art\, m usical instruments\, clothes\, jewelry\, and more await. You’ll find ple nty of colorful characters in period costumery\, performers twirling fire\ , people mashing their mouths into giant turkey legs\, wandering minstrels \, swordfights\, jousting… the list goes on and on. It’s a great summe r weekend activity just west of Kenosha on the Illinois border! \nBristol Renaissance Faire runs Saturdays and Sundays July 5th though Labor Day\, S eptember 1st (yes\, it runs that Monday and that’s the only Monday.) \n \nThe Kid’s Kingdom features the Castle Stage where children can get kni ghted\, a face-painting area (don’t worry\, it washes off eventually)\, hobbit houses\, an entrance area with five huge thrones that provide great photo opportunities\, and an air-conditioned rest area. \nA giant turkey leg slathered in barbecue sauce is an essential part of the Bristol Renais sance Faire experience\, but they also offer everything from Cornish pasti es and bakery goods to vegan items and gelato. The number of entertainment stages now totals sixteen. Comedic sword-fighting\, ropewalking\, jugglin g\, fire-whipping\, acrobatics\, chalk art\, a variety of musicians\, and more. The Marketplace offers the work of nearly 175 artisans and crafters\ ; you can find Scottish kilts\, leather masks\, bamboo flutes\, jester soc ks\, stage-combat-approved swords\, steampunkery\, and much more. Glass bl owing and blacksmithing activities frequently happen in the Marketplace as well as a variety of other crafting. \nTickets range from $40 for adults to $15 for children ages 5-12. Seniors (62+) and Military with ID are $38. Kids 4 and under are free. Season passes can be purchased for $225. You c an also get discounted tickets at Menard’s and if you join Friends of t he Faire you can also get discounts. U.S. 41\, I-41/94\, Highway 165\, an d the state line border the “Fairegrounds\,” with U.S. 45 and Highway 50 also getting you close! \nBristol Renaissance Faire Location:\n12550 12 0th Avenue\nKenosha\, WI 53142\n(877) 395-7773\nWebsite\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \nBack to StateTrunkTour.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T194433Z LOCATION:Bristol Renaissance Faire\, 12550 120th Avenue\, Kenosha\, WI\, 5 3142\, United States URL:https://statetrunktour.com/event/bristol-renaissance-faire/ X-SOURCE-NAME:State Trunk Tour X-SOURCE-URL:https://statetrunktour.com/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walworth County Fair DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909 DTSTAMP:20260901T060957Z UID:2513-1788352200-1788870599@statetrunktour.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:It’s the oldest county fair in Wisconsin – this will be it s 177th year! The Walworth County Fair features livestock judging\, exhibi ts\, carnival rides\, bull riding\, concessions\, harness racing\, tractor and truck pulls\, demolition derby\, and free grandstand shows. Every lon g Labor Day weekend\, the fair draws thousands of visitors to Elkhorn for this 6-day extravaganza\, making it the single biggest event in Elkhorn an d Walworth County. \n“Stars\, Stripes\, and Fair Delights!” is the the me this year. Grandstand Events this year include: \n\nRice Professional R odeo\nTractor Truck Pull\nDemolition Derby\nMain Stage Concerts including: \n\nRice Pro Rodeo with Bella Cain Wednesday\, September 2nd\nPro Truck & Tractor Pulls Thursday\, September 3rd\nRussell Dickerson with special gue st Madison County Friday\, September 4th\nLynyrd Skynyrd on Saturday\, Sep tember 5th\nLudacris on Sunday\, September 6th\nDemolition Derby on Monday \, September 7th\n\n\n\nThere’s also the Strut Your Stuff Recipe Challen ge\, Rooster Crowing Contests\, Barnyard Races\, Fairest of the Fair\, Bul l Riding\, a series of Horse Events\, the Farmers Market & Old World Artis an Village\, a Sunday morning Classic Car & Tractor Parade\, and Kiddielan d featuring barnyard adventures and kids’ entertainment. Plenty to do\, see\, eat\, and enjoy at this historic venue! \n \nI-43\, U.S.  12\, and Highways 11 and 67 all bring you to Elkhorn for the fun. Their website has all the updates and details\, including a very full schedule! \nWalworth County Fair Address:\n411 E. Court Street\nElkhorn\, WI 53121\n(262) 723-3 228\nWebsite \n\n\n\n \n \nBack to StateTrunkTour.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060957Z LOCATION:Walworth County Fairgrounds\, 411 Court Street\, Elkhorn\, WI\, 5 3121\, United States URL:https://statetrunktour.com/event/walworth-county-fair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:State Trunk Tour X-SOURCE-URL:https://statetrunktour.com/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Milwaukee' Original Oktoberfest DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005 DTSTAMP:20260902T180206Z UID:821646-1788480000-1791158399@discoverthenorthshoremke.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:The Bavarian Bierhaus is proud to host  Milwaukee’s Origina l Oktoberfest in Old Heidelberg Park. Our Oktoberfest is the longest-runni ng celebration of its kind in the city. Rooted in almost a century of trad ition\, our fest brings the true spirit of Munich to Wisconsin with authen tic German beer\, food\, music\, and family-friendly fun. Join us in Old H eidelberg Park or the festhall for steins\, sausages\, and live polka—th is is Oktoberfest as it was meant to be experienced–prost! \nBiergarten Menu\nOur Biergarten menu features classic German favorites made to pair p erfectly with our haus-brewed beers. Enjoy hearty bratwurst\, schnitzel\, Döner kebabs\, soft pretzels\, sauerkraut\, and warm potato salad. Finish your meal with a slice of fresh apple strudel—all served in a relaxed\, communal setting that captures the spirit of a true Bavarian biergarten. \nTable Reservations\nFriday- $10 (for an entire table -seats up to 8 peop le)\nSaturday- $40 (for an entire table- seats up to 8 people)\n* Each res ervation includes ONE picnic table that seats up to 8 people. Eventbrite c alls it a “ticket” don’t be alarmed\; it is for a full table\, not a single seat.\nRESERVE TABLES HERE! \nFridays\nHours: 4:00pm-11:00pm\nAdmi ssion: $5\nFree for First Responders! – As a thank you for your service \, all police officers\, firefighters\, EMTs\, and paramedics receive a FR EE entrée with valid department ID. Thank you for everything you do to k eep our community safe. We look forward to serving you at Bavarian Bierhau s! \nSaturdays\nHours: 11:00am-11:00pm\nAdmission: $10\nFree for First Res ponders! – As a thank you for your service\, all police officers\, fire fighters\, EMTs\, and paramedics receive a FREE entrée with valid departm ent ID. Thank you for everything you do to keep our community safe. We lo ok forward to serving you at Bavarian Bierhaus! \nSundays\nHours: 11:00am- 7:00pm\nAdmission: Free LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T180206Z LOCATION:The Bavarian Bierhaus\, 700 W. Lexington Blvd\, Glendale\, WI\, 5 3217\, United States URL:https://discoverthenorthshoremke.com/event/milwaukee-original-oktoberf est/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Discover The North Shore of Milwaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://discoverthenorthshoremke.com/events/category/chamber- events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walworth County Fair (Elkhorn) DTSTART:20260905T120000Z DTEND:20260906T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T180313Z UID:10071964-1788591600-1788649200@www.mkewithkids.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:The 177th Walworth County Fair will be held from Sept. 2-7 at the Walworth County Fairgrounds\, 411 E. Court St.\, Elkhorn.  \nThe “G litter and Gold A Fair to Behold” event will feature entertainment\, foo d\, animal exhibits\, carnival rides and more.  \n\nThe grounds of the Wa lworth County Fair are open from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m Wednesday through Sunday. 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Labor Day\n\nPlease note: Dates and time s are subject to change\, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T180313Z LOCATION:Walworth County Fairgrounds\, 411 E. Court St.\, Elkhorn\, 53121\ , United States URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/event/walworth-county-fair-elkhorn/2026-09 -05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Milwaukee With Kids X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/post/weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisconsin Highland Games DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260906T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10005256-1788598800-1788642000@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Waukesha County Exposition Center\, 1000 Northview Road\, Waukesh a\, WI\, 53188\, United States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/wisconsin-highland-games-25-2/2026-09- 05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Third Ward Art Festival MKE DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060254Z UID:10070880-1788602400-1788627600@www.mkewithkids.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Third Ward Art Festival – Broadway\, Historic Third Ward \n September 5 through September 6 \nFree and open to the public\, the Annual Third Ward Art Festival\, in partnership with the Historic Third Ward Ass ociation\, will showcase the work of nearly 200 juried artists from around the country in a variety of mediums including ceramics\, fiber\, glass\, jewelry\, mixed media\, paintings\, drawings\, photography\, and more! In addition to the incredible artwork available for purchase\, attendees will be able to interact with artists through demonstrations and booth chats\, and can even take part in “Start to Paint” on site painting classes! \nPlease note: Dates and times are subject to change\, and occasionally ev ents may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the lates t details. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060254Z LOCATION:Third Ward Milwaukee\, 345 N Broadway\, Milwaukee\, 53202 URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/event/third-ward-art-festival-mke/2026-09- 05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Milwaukee With Kids X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/post/weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Basse's Apple & Sunflower Fest (Colgate) DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060254Z UID:10073401-1788602400-1788631200@www.mkewithkids.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Apples\, Flowers\, Photo Ops & More\n\n\nBasse’s 7th annual Apple & Sunflower Fest! \n\n\n\n\nAug. 29th – 30th\, Sept. 4th – 7th\, & Sept. 11th – 13th Only\n(weather permitting) \n\n\n\n\nFridays: 3pm – 7pm \nSats. & Suns. : 10am – 6pm \nLabor Day (Sept. 7th): 10am – 5 pm \n\n\n\n\nLast admittance is 30 minutes before closing time daily. \n\n \n\nPlease note: Dates and times are subject to change\, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the lat est details. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060254Z LOCATION:Basse’s Taste of Country Farm\, 3190 County Road Q\, Colgate\, WI\, 53017\, United States URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/event/basses-apple-sunflower-fest-colgate/ 2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Milwaukee With Kids X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/post/weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bristol Renaissance Faire DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260906T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060254Z UID:10068993-1788602400-1788634800@www.mkewithkids.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Bristol Renaissance Faire  July 11 through September 7 \nGrab your corset or your homemade chainmail armor: The Bristol Renaissance Fai re is set to make its annual return. Open rain or shine every Saturday\, S unday and on Labor Day\, the Bristol Faire takes visitors for a rollicking romp through Elizabethan England from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.\, complete with 1 6th-century arts\, crafts\, games\, rides\, food\, music and one-of-a-kind encounters with a colorful cast of characters from the era.  \nSaturdays \, Sundays & Labor Day\nJuly 11 – Sept 7\, 2026\nOff I-94 at the IL/WI B order • 10 am – 7 pm \nPlease note: Dates and times are subject to cha nge\, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event web site to confirm the latest details. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060254Z LOCATION:Bristol Renaissance Faire\, 12550 120th Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 5314 2\, United States URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/event/bristol-renaissance-faire/2026-09-05 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Milwaukee With Kids X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/post/weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Milwaukee Polka Riot * September 5\, 2026 DTSTART:20260905T190000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T180352Z UID:25865-1788616800-1788645600@linnemans.com CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:The Milwaukee Polka Riot is America’s first and (as far as we know) only alternative polka festival. \nWhat began as a fever dream s hared among Keith Gaustad\, Tahrim Tatum and Evan Maruszewski\, finally ca me to fruition for the very first time on October 21st\, 2017. \nIn clande stine meetings with Jim Rice\, Eoin McCarthy and Frank Chandek\, the Milwa ukee Polka Riot grew from a germ of a questionable idea to a full-fledged\ , ridiculous reality. \nWhether you like it or not\, The Milwaukee Polka R iot is an annual festival showcasing a host of amazing\, off-kilter bands you’re unlikely to see all in one place\, anywhere else. \n“Milwaukee Polka Riot celebrates alternative permutations of the folkloric dance mu sic of Central Eastern European\, carried by immigrants to the Midwest\, a nd with which the Cream City is still associated.” – Shepherd Express \n\nOutdoor Stage \nDJs Stashu\, Shotski and Brümeister will kick things off at 2pm \n3pm Forró Fo Sho \n4pm The Baggie Magnums \n5pm The Novembe r Criminals \nw/special guest Mario The Poet \n  \nwe then move indoors f or \n7pm Good Friends Klezmer Band \n8pm The Polkaholics \n9pm The Frantas tic Sound System \n2:00pm – 10:00pm\, No Cover\, but buy a t-shirt to su pport The Milwaukee Polka Riot!! LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T180352Z LOCATION:Linnemans\, 1001 E Locust St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53212\, United St ates URL:https://linnemans.com/event/the-milwaukee-polka-riot-september-5-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Linneman's Riverwest Inn X-SOURCE-URL:https://linnemans.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MILWAUKEE POLKA RIOT DTSTART:20260905T190000Z DTEND:20260906T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T001921Z UID:10000976-1788616800-1788651000@wmse.org CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:Milwaukee Polk Riot kicks off again with a killer lineup of ba nds inside out side of Linneman’s Riverwest Inn. \nThe November Criminal sThe PolkaholicsForró Fo ShoThe Frantastic Sound SystemGood Friends Klezm er BandBluesy FloozyDJ ShotskiDJ StashuDJ BrümeisterMario The Poet \nNot just for polka fans is definitely a load of fun! LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T001921Z URL:https://wmse.org/event/milwaukee-polka-riot-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WMSE - 91.7FM X-SOURCE-URL:https://wmse.org/event/local-live-from-anodyne-with-the-grove lers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oak Creek LionsFest DTSTART:20260905T200000Z DTEND:20260906T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000243Z UID:10067510-1788620400-1788651000@www.mkewithkids.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:4 day Festival over Labor Day Weekend! 3 live music venues\, c arnival rides\, raffles and great food/drinks. Free admission and parking! LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000243Z LOCATION:American Legion Post 434\, 9327 S. Shepard Ave\, Oak Creek\, WI\, 53154\, United States URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/event/oak-creek-lionsfest/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Milwaukee With Kids X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mkewithkids.com/post/weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisconsin Highland Games DTSTART:20260906T140000Z DTEND:20260906T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10005257-1788685200-1788717600@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Waukesha County Exposition Center\, 1000 Northview Road\, Waukesh a\, WI\, 53188\, United States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/wisconsin-highland-games-25-2/2026-09- 06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bristol Renaissance Faire DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260907T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060923Z UID:10125085-1788688800-1788721200@lakecountryfamilyfun.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Looking for where kids eat free (or cheap) around Waukesha Cou nty\, Lake Country\, and Metro Milwaukee? You’ve come to the right place ! Our updated Kids Eat Free Guide helps families find local restaurants of fering free or discounted kids’ meals every day of the week\, perfect fo r saving money while dining out together. \nAs a mom of three always-hungr y kiddos\, I know how valuable these deals are. Whether you’re grabbing dinner after sports practice\, planning a family night out\, or just want a break from cooking\, these restaurants make eating out fun\, affordable\ , and stress-free. \n👉 Please call ahead to confirm details\, as promot ions may change. This list was last updated in late Fall 2025\, and we do our best to keep it current.If you know of a restaurant offering a Kids Ea t Free or Kids Eat Cheap deal that’s not listed\, please let us know\, w e love keeping our community guides accurate and helpful for all Lake Coun try families! \n\nPlease thank our Kids Eat Free Guide Sponsor:\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mondays:\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 91 0 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N8420 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /1708 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunse t Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summit Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The Pizza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:3 0am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n\n\nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvern ail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a family night from Monday to Thursday\, 4 –6 PM\, kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée.(Dine-in onl y. One free kids’ meal per adult entrée.) \nPlaya Grande Tacos and Tequ ila: W186N9515 Bancroft Dr.\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051Kids Eat Free Mo ndays \nTuesdays:\nStoll’s Olde 109 Watertown / Lebanon – Kids eat fre e Tuesdays (dine in only) with the purchase on an adult meal. Offer good 3 -8pm only. *Kids 8 years of age and younger eat free with the purchase of an entree. \nPizza Ranch Lisbon/Sussex – N62W22045 Lieds Ln\, Lisbon\, WI 53089 \nKids Day on Tuesdays where kids 10 and younger eat free per pay ing adult. \nPizza Ranch Waukesha – 930 Fleetfoot Dr\, Waukesha\, WI 531 86 \nKids Day on Tuesdays where kids 10 and younger eat free per paying ad ult. \nPizza Ranch Watertown- 1726 S Church St\, Watertown\, WI 53094 \nKi ds Night on Tuesdays from 4-8 where kids 10 and younger eat free per payin g adult. \nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvernail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a family night from Monday to Thursday\, 4–6 PM\, kids eat FREE with th e purchase of an adult entrée.(Dine-in only. One free kids’ meal per ad ult entrée.) \n\nMachine Shed: N14 W24145 Tower Pl. Pewaukee ~ Kids’ D ay: Half-Off Kids’ Meals All Day. \n\nTexas Roadhouse – 15425 Rock Ri dge Road\, New Berlin ~ Tuesday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Round up the lil’ Roadies and join us for our Legendary Kid’s Night featuring: $2.99 Kid ’s Meal*\, Free Toy*\, Free Balloon*\, Free Ice Cream with toppings. K id’s Night is a ton of fun for the whole family so mosey on down to Texa s Roadhouse! Please contact us at the restaurant to learn more specific de tails about this exciting night. Limit 1 Kid’s Meal Discount per 1 Adul t Entree Purchased. Dine in only. Not valid with any other offer. Valid at this location only. \n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N8420 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /1708 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on S ummit Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  T he Pizza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n\n\nUno Pizzeria & Grill: W180 N 9455 Premier Ln\, Menomonee Falls ~  Kids under 10 get a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree on Tuesdays. Drinks are not included. \nWednesdays:\nDelafield Brewhaus – 3832 Hillside Dr\, Delafield\, WI 53018 ~ Wednesday nights from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm from December 17th through January 2026\, “Kids Eat Free!” O ne kids meal free with adult dinner purchase\, not to be combined with oth er offers or coupons.  \n \nCornerstone Pub and Eatery – 24 S Main Stre et\, Oconomowoc\, WIThey offer kids eat for $4.49 with the purchase of an adult meal. \nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvernail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a family night from Monday to Thursday\, 4–6 PM\, kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée.(Dine-in only. One free kids’ meal per adult entrée.) \nCrafty Cow – 153 E Wisconsin Ave\, Oconomowoc\, WIThe y offer a $5 hamburger or chicken sandwich for kids (and adults) of all ag es! \n\nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals a lways just $8. \n\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N84 20 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /17 08 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summi t Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The P izza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n \n\nRed Robin: Brookfield Square and Southridge Mall / Red Robin has kids meals for HALF OFF on Wednesdays.  3 kids entrees per 1 adult entree and valid for kids under 11 years old.  Dine in only. \nThursdays:\n\nCrawfis h Junction –  W6376 Co Rd A\, Johnson Creek\, WI 53038 ~ From 4-8 PM\, dine in and get a FREE kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal. It’ s the perfect opportunity to have a fun and affordable family night out!  \nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvernail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a famil y night from Monday to Thursday\, 4–6 PM\, kids eat FREE with the purcha se of an adult entrée.(Dine-in only. One free kids’ meal per adult entr ée.) \nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals a lways just $8. \n\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N84 20 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /17 08 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summi t Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The P izza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n \n\nFridays:\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N8420 Pi lgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /1708 Su mmit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summit Ave nue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The Pizza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n\n\n\ nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals always j ust $8. \n\nSaturdays:\nGeorge Webb (Oconomowoc) – 645 E Wisconsin Ave\, Oconomowoc ~ From 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm\, buy one adult menu entree and o ne child can eat free from the kids menu (12 and under). Each additional c hild is only $2.59. \n\nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc  ~ Kids Meals always just $8. \n\nSundays:\nRed Circle Inn – N44W33013 Watertown Plank Rd\, Nashotah\, WI 53058 ~ Enjoy family style dishes from 3 to 8 pm. Starting June 2\, 2024 – kids 11 and under eat free.   \nMr . Brew’s Tap House in Menomonee Falls – Kids Always Eat Free on Sunday s at Mr Brews Taphouse! Open to close every Sunday\, children 12 & under c an get a free meal ordered off our kid’s menu (1 free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree). \n\nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals always just $8. \n\nCasa Tequilla (Kossow Roa d location): 2423 Kossow Rd\, Waukesha\, WI ~ Kids eat free (under 12) dri nks not included. Comes only with purchase of adult meal. \nCasa Tequila ( Pewaukee Location): 1405 W. Capitol Drive\, Suite K\, Pewaukee\, WI 53072 ~ Kids eat free. Cannot be combined with any other offers or groupons. \n Maxie’s Southern Comfort: 6732 W. Fairview\, Milwaukee ~ Kids meals are only $2 for children 12 & under with paying adult! \nThunderbay Grille: N 14 W24130 Tower Place\, Pewaukee ~ Sunday Brunch 10-2. Kids under 5 eat fr ee with paid adult. \nEvery Day:\nIHOP: Various locations. For a limited t ime at participating locations\, kids eat FREE through December 21st\, 202 5! One Free Kids entrée with each full-priced adult entrée purchase. Dri nks not included unless otherwise specified. Not valid with any other disc ounts or coupons. Kids Eat Free not valid with IHOP Value Menu. Dine-In on ly. \nDenny’s – 2801 N. Grandview Blvd. Pewaukee ~ Kids under 10 eat f ree 4-10 EVERY DAY with purchase of adult entree.. *Restrictions\, pricing \, and participation may vary by location. Ask your server for details. \n Golden Corral: 1673 Arcadian Ave\, Waukesha WI  ~ Every day kids 3 and under eat free on the buffet. \nCulvers: Most locations ~ Kids under 12 receive a free 1 scoop cone or dish with the purchase of kids’ meal. PL US\, if you purchase 10 kids meals and save your Scoopie “tokens”\, yo u can trade them in for a free meal! \nKwik Trip Milk Moovers Kids Club~  Every time you or your folks buy a pint or more of Nature’s Touch™ mil k (any flavor)\, you’ll get a FREE Kwikery® cookie\, regular cake donut \, bagel\, apple or orange!  After you join\, they’ll send you a club c ard with a coupon for free milk. And that’s not all. On your birthday\, they’ll send you coupons for various Kwik Trip™\, Inc. products. The c lub is open to all kids\, ages 2-12. Join the Milk Moovers® Kid’s Club and then tell all your friends!  \nChili’s – 1229 Corporate Center D r\, Oconomowoc /1260 Sunset Dr\, Waukesha / N96 W18640 County Line Rd\, Ge rmantown / 17915 W. Bluemound\, Brookfield ~ If you sign up for their rewa rds program\, you will receive emails for free offers occasionally.  \nNo odles and Company – offering Kids Eat Free* ALL day EVERY Day. Use code : KIDSEATFREE. Order Now online. *See full offer terms at Noodles.com/o ffer-terms. \n1676 Old School House Road\, Ste 100Oconomowoc\, WI 53066 \n 3260 Golf Road at I-94 and Hwy 83Delafield\, WI 53018 \n1390 Capitol Drive Pewaukee\, WI 53072 \n1210 Sunset DriveWaukesha\, WI 53189 \n1303 Bell Ave Hartford\, WI 53027 \nW176 N9336 Rivercrest DriveMenomonee Falls\, WI 5305 1 \n17000 W. Bluemound RoadBrookfield\, WI 53005 \nPlease call ahead to ve rify that the promotions are still current and valid! \nRelated Post: \nLa ke Country Brunch Guide \nAllergy Friendly Dining out Restaurant and Food Guide \n \nAdd More Deals!\nIf you are a local restaurant (or know of a lo cal restaurant) and want your Kids Eat Free or Cheap deal added to this gu ide\, please email us at erin@lakecountryfamilyfun(dot)com with your deal information. You can also email us via the contact form. \n Contact Form4- 10 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060923Z LOCATION:Bristol Ren Faire\, 12550 120th Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53142\, Unit ed States URL:https://lakecountryfamilyfun.com/event/bristol-renaissance-faire-openi ng-weekend/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Lake Country Family Fun X-SOURCE-URL:https://lakecountryfamilyfun.com/event/ceol-cairde-the-energy -and-spirit-of-irish-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bristol Renaissance Faire DTSTART:20260907T150000Z DTEND:20260908T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060856Z UID:10125086-1788775200-1788807600@lakecountryfamilyfun.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Looking for where kids eat free (or cheap) around Waukesha Cou nty\, Lake Country\, and Metro Milwaukee? You’ve come to the right place ! Our updated Kids Eat Free Guide helps families find local restaurants of fering free or discounted kids’ meals every day of the week\, perfect fo r saving money while dining out together. \nAs a mom of three always-hungr y kiddos\, I know how valuable these deals are. Whether you’re grabbing dinner after sports practice\, planning a family night out\, or just want a break from cooking\, these restaurants make eating out fun\, affordable\ , and stress-free. \n👉 Please call ahead to confirm details\, as promot ions may change. This list was last updated in late Fall 2025\, and we do our best to keep it current.If you know of a restaurant offering a Kids Ea t Free or Kids Eat Cheap deal that’s not listed\, please let us know\, w e love keeping our community guides accurate and helpful for all Lake Coun try families! \n\nPlease thank our Kids Eat Free Guide Sponsor:\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mondays:\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 91 0 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N8420 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /1708 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunse t Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summit Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The Pizza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:3 0am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n\n\nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvern ail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a family night from Monday to Thursday\, 4 –6 PM\, kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée.(Dine-in onl y. One free kids’ meal per adult entrée.) \nPlaya Grande Tacos and Tequ ila: W186N9515 Bancroft Dr.\, Menomonee Falls\, WI\, 53051Kids Eat Free Mo ndays \nTuesdays:\nStoll’s Olde 109 Watertown / Lebanon – Kids eat fre e Tuesdays (dine in only) with the purchase on an adult meal. Offer good 3 -8pm only. *Kids 8 years of age and younger eat free with the purchase of an entree. \nPizza Ranch Lisbon/Sussex – N62W22045 Lieds Ln\, Lisbon\, WI 53089 \nKids Day on Tuesdays where kids 10 and younger eat free per pay ing adult. \nPizza Ranch Waukesha – 930 Fleetfoot Dr\, Waukesha\, WI 531 86 \nKids Day on Tuesdays where kids 10 and younger eat free per paying ad ult. \nPizza Ranch Watertown- 1726 S Church St\, Watertown\, WI 53094 \nKi ds Night on Tuesdays from 4-8 where kids 10 and younger eat free per payin g adult. \nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvernail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a family night from Monday to Thursday\, 4–6 PM\, kids eat FREE with th e purchase of an adult entrée.(Dine-in only. One free kids’ meal per ad ult entrée.) \n\nMachine Shed: N14 W24145 Tower Pl. Pewaukee ~ Kids’ D ay: Half-Off Kids’ Meals All Day. \n\nTexas Roadhouse – 15425 Rock Ri dge Road\, New Berlin ~ Tuesday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Round up the lil’ Roadies and join us for our Legendary Kid’s Night featuring: $2.99 Kid ’s Meal*\, Free Toy*\, Free Balloon*\, Free Ice Cream with toppings. K id’s Night is a ton of fun for the whole family so mosey on down to Texa s Roadhouse! Please contact us at the restaurant to learn more specific de tails about this exciting night. Limit 1 Kid’s Meal Discount per 1 Adul t Entree Purchased. Dine in only. Not valid with any other offer. Valid at this location only. \n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N8420 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /1708 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on S ummit Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  T he Pizza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n\n\nUno Pizzeria & Grill: W180 N 9455 Premier Ln\, Menomonee Falls ~  Kids under 10 get a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree on Tuesdays. Drinks are not included. \nWednesdays:\nDelafield Brewhaus – 3832 Hillside Dr\, Delafield\, WI 53018 ~ Wednesday nights from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm from December 17th through January 2026\, “Kids Eat Free!” O ne kids meal free with adult dinner purchase\, not to be combined with oth er offers or coupons.  \n \nCornerstone Pub and Eatery – 24 S Main Stre et\, Oconomowoc\, WIThey offer kids eat for $4.49 with the purchase of an adult meal. \nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvernail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a family night from Monday to Thursday\, 4–6 PM\, kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée.(Dine-in only. One free kids’ meal per adult entrée.) \nCrafty Cow – 153 E Wisconsin Ave\, Oconomowoc\, WIThe y offer a $5 hamburger or chicken sandwich for kids (and adults) of all ag es! \n\nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals a lways just $8. \n\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N84 20 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /17 08 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summi t Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The P izza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n \n\nRed Robin: Brookfield Square and Southridge Mall / Red Robin has kids meals for HALF OFF on Wednesdays.  3 kids entrees per 1 adult entree and valid for kids under 11 years old.  Dine in only. \nThursdays:\n\nCrawfis h Junction –  W6376 Co Rd A\, Johnson Creek\, WI 53038 ~ From 4-8 PM\, dine in and get a FREE kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal. It’ s the perfect opportunity to have a fun and affordable family night out!  \nThe Spanish Traveler: 2104 Silvernail Rd\, Pewaukee\, WIMake it a famil y night from Monday to Thursday\, 4–6 PM\, kids eat FREE with the purcha se of an adult entrée.(Dine-in only. One free kids’ meal per adult entr ée.) \nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals a lways just $8. \n\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N84 20 Pilgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /17 08 Summit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summi t Avenue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The P izza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n \n\nFridays:\n\n\n\nPizza Hut: 910 Summit Ave\, Oconomowoc / W156 N8420 Pi lgrim Rd\, Menomonee Falls / S73 W16730 Janesville Road\, Muskego /1708 Su mmit Ave\, Waukesha / 447 W Sunset Dr\, Waukesha ~ Pizza Hut on Summit Ave nue Waukesha has salad bar Monday thru Friday for only $5.99!  The Pizza Buffet Wednesday thru Friday 11:30am to 1:00pm for just $9.99!  \n\n\n\n\ nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals always j ust $8. \n\nSaturdays:\nGeorge Webb (Oconomowoc) – 645 E Wisconsin Ave\, Oconomowoc ~ From 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm\, buy one adult menu entree and o ne child can eat free from the kids menu (12 and under). Each additional c hild is only $2.59. \n\nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc  ~ Kids Meals always just $8. \n\nSundays:\nRed Circle Inn – N44W33013 Watertown Plank Rd\, Nashotah\, WI 53058 ~ Enjoy family style dishes from 3 to 8 pm. Starting June 2\, 2024 – kids 11 and under eat free.   \nMr . Brew’s Tap House in Menomonee Falls – Kids Always Eat Free on Sunday s at Mr Brews Taphouse! Open to close every Sunday\, children 12 & under c an get a free meal ordered off our kid’s menu (1 free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree). \n\nBoondocks – N67W33525 County Hwy K\, Oconomowoc ~ Kids Meals always just $8. \n\nCasa Tequilla (Kossow Roa d location): 2423 Kossow Rd\, Waukesha\, WI ~ Kids eat free (under 12) dri nks not included. Comes only with purchase of adult meal. \nCasa Tequila ( Pewaukee Location): 1405 W. Capitol Drive\, Suite K\, Pewaukee\, WI 53072 ~ Kids eat free. Cannot be combined with any other offers or groupons. \n Maxie’s Southern Comfort: 6732 W. Fairview\, Milwaukee ~ Kids meals are only $2 for children 12 & under with paying adult! \nThunderbay Grille: N 14 W24130 Tower Place\, Pewaukee ~ Sunday Brunch 10-2. Kids under 5 eat fr ee with paid adult. \nEvery Day:\nIHOP: Various locations. For a limited t ime at participating locations\, kids eat FREE through December 21st\, 202 5! One Free Kids entrée with each full-priced adult entrée purchase. Dri nks not included unless otherwise specified. Not valid with any other disc ounts or coupons. Kids Eat Free not valid with IHOP Value Menu. Dine-In on ly. \nDenny’s – 2801 N. Grandview Blvd. Pewaukee ~ Kids under 10 eat f ree 4-10 EVERY DAY with purchase of adult entree.. *Restrictions\, pricing \, and participation may vary by location. Ask your server for details. \n Golden Corral: 1673 Arcadian Ave\, Waukesha WI  ~ Every day kids 3 and under eat free on the buffet. \nCulvers: Most locations ~ Kids under 12 receive a free 1 scoop cone or dish with the purchase of kids’ meal. PL US\, if you purchase 10 kids meals and save your Scoopie “tokens”\, yo u can trade them in for a free meal! \nKwik Trip Milk Moovers Kids Club~  Every time you or your folks buy a pint or more of Nature’s Touch™ mil k (any flavor)\, you’ll get a FREE Kwikery® cookie\, regular cake donut \, bagel\, apple or orange!  After you join\, they’ll send you a club c ard with a coupon for free milk. And that’s not all. On your birthday\, they’ll send you coupons for various Kwik Trip™\, Inc. products. The c lub is open to all kids\, ages 2-12. Join the Milk Moovers® Kid’s Club and then tell all your friends!  \nChili’s – 1229 Corporate Center D r\, Oconomowoc /1260 Sunset Dr\, Waukesha / N96 W18640 County Line Rd\, Ge rmantown / 17915 W. Bluemound\, Brookfield ~ If you sign up for their rewa rds program\, you will receive emails for free offers occasionally.  \nNo odles and Company – offering Kids Eat Free* ALL day EVERY Day. Use code : KIDSEATFREE. Order Now online. *See full offer terms at Noodles.com/o ffer-terms. \n1676 Old School House Road\, Ste 100Oconomowoc\, WI 53066 \n 3260 Golf Road at I-94 and Hwy 83Delafield\, WI 53018 \n1390 Capitol Drive Pewaukee\, WI 53072 \n1210 Sunset DriveWaukesha\, WI 53189 \n1303 Bell Ave Hartford\, WI 53027 \nW176 N9336 Rivercrest DriveMenomonee Falls\, WI 5305 1 \n17000 W. Bluemound RoadBrookfield\, WI 53005 \nPlease call ahead to ve rify that the promotions are still current and valid! \nRelated Post: \nLa ke Country Brunch Guide \nAllergy Friendly Dining out Restaurant and Food Guide \n \nAdd More Deals!\nIf you are a local restaurant (or know of a lo cal restaurant) and want your Kids Eat Free or Cheap deal added to this gu ide\, please email us at erin@lakecountryfamilyfun(dot)com with your deal information. You can also email us via the contact form. \n Contact Form4- 10 LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060856Z LOCATION:Bristol Ren Faire\, 12550 120th Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53142\, Unit ed States URL:https://lakecountryfamilyfun.com/event/bristol-renaissance-faire-openi ng-weekend/2026-09-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Lake Country Family Fun X-SOURCE-URL:https://lakecountryfamilyfun.com/event/ceol-cairde-the-energy -and-spirit-of-irish-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park (Concert Series) DTSTART:20260910T200000Z DTEND:20260911T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T000713Z UID:10000780-1789052400-1789074000@wmse.org CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:WMSE is proud to support Jazz in the Park! Jazz in the Park ha s been a Milwaukee summer tradition since 1991\, and we’re excited to sh are what’s in store for 2026. Every Thursday evening from June through S eptember\, Cathedral Square Park comes alive with free live music in the h eart of downtown Milwaukee. At its core a jazz series\, Jazz in the Park h as grown to celebrate a wide range of genres — from salsa and swing to b lues\, funk\, tribute nights\, and fan favorites that get you moving. Prod uced by East Town Association and presented by Johnson Financial Group\, i t’s one of the most beloved free events in the city. \nNew in 2026\, Jaz z in the Park will be preceded each Thursday by Cathedral Square Market\, beginning at 3PM\, creating an extended evening of community\, food\, and entertainment in the heart of downtown Milwaukee. The market’s move to T hursdays came directly from vendor and community feedback\, and East Town Association is excited about what the new format will bring to Cathedral S quare Park all summer long. \n2026 Jazz in the Park Schedule\nJune 4: Sal sa in the Park: Junior Rivera y su Orquesta featuring Salsabrositas MKE\n June 11: Divas Take the Stage: B.D. Greer Presents: Divas & Jazz\nJune 18 : Long Live the Queen: Respect! A Tribute to The Queen of Soul\nJune 25:  Dirt Roads & Dive Bars: Driveway Thriftdwellers\nJuly 23: Back to the 8 0s: The First Wave\nJuly 30: Midnight in Chicago: Ivy Ford Band\nAugust 6 : Swing Into Summer: Old Sam and the Teardrops featuring Lindy Hop MKE\nA ugust 13: Dead on the Square: Deadelijk\nAugust 20: Dance Floor Takeover : Platinum\nAugust 27: New York State of Mind: 52nd Street: The Music of Billy Joel\nSeptember 3: Smooth Sailing: Whole Yachta Love\nSeptember 10:  All Aboard the Dark Side: Goth Barge LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T000713Z LOCATION:Cathedral Square Park\, 520 E. Wells St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, United States URL:https://wmse.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-concert-series-6/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WMSE - 91.7FM X-SOURCE-URL:https://wmse.org/event/local-live-from-anodyne-with-the-grove lers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Festival and Movie in the Park DTSTART:20260911T220000Z DTEND:20260912T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10005288-1789146000-1789160400@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival,film DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park\, 325 Capitol Drive\, Pewaukee\, 53 072 URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/fall-festival-and-movie-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:43rd Annual Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts & Crafts DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T061310Z UID:990773-1789207200-1789228800@urbanmilwaukee.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join the Milwaukee County Historical Society as we celebrate outstanding local artisans and support Milwaukee County’ s only historic park. This popular fundraiser attracts thousands of visito rs during its annual 2-day run. The beautiful\, historic setting provides a unique backdrop for the high quality work our artists create. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T061310Z LOCATION:8881 W Grange Ave\, Greendale\, WI\, 53129\, United States URL:https://urbanmilwaukee.com/event/43rd-annual-trimborn-farm-harvest-of- arts-crafts/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Urban Milwaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2024/05/22/tabletop-games-store-op ening-on-east-side END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Argren Faire 2026 DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260913T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T000713Z UID:10000971-1789214400-1789243200@wmse.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival,music DESCRIPTION:The past two years have seen a homegrown Ren Faire called the Argren Faire set up shop on Locust Street\, outside of Black Husky Brewing in Riverwest. Argren Faire is based on the mythical land of Argren—a.k. a. the setting of the Spirit Song Saga by Milwaukee authors Ross Hightower and Deb Heim. The 2025 installment drew more than 5\,000 folks\; now\, th e third annual Faire has an official date: Saturday\, September 12\, 2026. \nWhat to expect? A lot! According to a press release\, the event—co-ho sted by Quizzical Spirit Press\, Black Husky\, Grimoire Girls Coven\, and Tabletop Bookshelf—will feature “even more artisan vendors\, more food \, more music\, and more interactive events.” There’ll be “participa tory live-action roleplay (LARP)\, an author’s alley sponsored by Tablet op Bookshelf\, an aluminum pour with the folks from Milwaukee Makers Space \, plus the addition of this year of a storytelling booth hosted by Ex Fab ula\, and participatory traditional dance hosted by Milwaukee Irish Dance Studio and the Milwaukee Scottish Country Dancers.” Community organizati ons like Courage MKE\, the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center\, the Urban Eco logy Center\, and Reproductive Justice Action Milwaukee will also be on ha nd. \nWill there be costume contests\, beard contests\, “feats of streng th\,” and plenty of beer? Of course. Are organizers expecting the return of a mermaid lagoon hosted by Wisconsin Merpod? YES. Is the whole thing f ree? ALWAYS FAIRE\, ALWAYS FREE. \nPer the press release\, the Spirit Song books “follow the adventures of the peaceful Alle’oss people of Argre n who are forced to defend their friends and families against the oppressi ve Vollen Empire. Their spirit is captured in a simple Alle’oss phrase —’Ērtsi kalaola’—’life’s colors\,’ which means you must pai nt your life joyfully with whatever colors you have.” \n“We invite any one who loves a good Ren Faire!” LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T000713Z LOCATION:Black Husky Brewing\, 909 E Locust St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53212\, United States URL:https://wmse.org/event/argren-faire-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WMSE - 91.7FM X-SOURCE-URL:https://wmse.org/event/local-live-from-anodyne-with-the-grove lers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Strummerfest MKE 2026 DTSTART:20260913T000000Z DTEND:20260913T044500Z DTSTAMP:20260828T001850Z UID:10000970-1789239600-1789256700@wmse.org CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:WMSE is proud to support Strummerfest MKE to help raise money for the MPS Music programs by paying tribute to legendary rocker Joe Strum mer! \nEight bands will have 15 minutes each to perform their own interpre tation of some Joe Strummer’s songs. \nThe lineup features:\nKilbourn\nS tatic Unknown\nQue So What\nKitty Soft Paw\nBruce Humphries\nBlack + Blue Hearts\nCat Call Killers\nPeppers & Pineapples \nCome join other Clash fan s in celebrating the only band that mattered while raising some money for a good cause. Doors at 6pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T001850Z LOCATION:Club Garibaldis\, 2501 S. Superior St.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53207\, United States URL:https://wmse.org/event/strummerfest-mke-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WMSE - 91.7FM X-SOURCE-URL:https://wmse.org/event/local-live-from-anodyne-with-the-grove lers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:43rd Annual Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts & Crafts DTSTART:20260913T150000Z DTEND:20260913T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T001359Z UID:991607-1789293600-1789315200@urbanmilwaukee.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join the Milwaukee County Historical Society as we celebrate outstanding local artisans and support Milwaukee County’ s only historic park. This popular fundraiser attracts thousands of visito rs during its annual 2-day run. The beautiful\, historic setting provides a unique backdrop for the high quality work our artists create. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T001359Z LOCATION:8881 W Grange Ave\, Greendale\, WI\, 53129\, United States URL:https://urbanmilwaukee.com/event/43rd-annual-trimborn-farm-harvest-of- arts-crafts-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Urban Milwaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2024/05/22/tabletop-games-store-op ening-on-east-side END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New State Block Party DTSTART:20260913T170000Z DTEND:20260913T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T191230Z UID:46824-1789300800-1789315200@nearwestsidemke.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Near West Side Week is kicking off with our classic New State Block Party\, a community favorite filled with food\, fun\, and cultural programming for the whole family. Groove with headliner Emmit James\, poe try by Kavon Cortez Jones\, youth theater performances and artist activi ties with Artists Working in Education! Free Pete’s Pops while they l ast. Free and fun for the whole family! LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T191230Z LOCATION:THE NEW STATE MUSIC PARK\, 2612 W STATE STREET\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53233\, United States URL:https://nearwestsidemke.org/event/new-state-block-party-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Near West Side Partners X-SOURCE-URL:https://nearwestsidemke.org/event-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Green County Cheese Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260901T060957Z UID:6083-1789689600-1789948799@statetrunktour.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Monroe is an epicenter of cheesemaking in the heart of Green C ounty – even their high school team name is the “Cheesemakers.” The city and county celebrates every other year Green County Cheese Days\, a t hree-day hullabaloo filled with food\, music\, dancing\, contests\, crafts \, cheesemaking\, cow milking\, yodeling\, and even Wisconsin’s only par ade led by Brown Swiss Cows. Green County Cheese Days is ready for 2026\, happening September 18th through the 20th. \n \n \nMonroe’s beautiful to wn square centers around the gorgeous Green County Courthouse and fills up with all the fun. From a beer and Limburger sandwich at Baumgartner’s t o the 5K & 10K Cheese Days Chase\, from arts & crafts to actual cow milkin g\, Cheese Days is a blast. \nYou can check out the Children’s Parade on Friday and the main Swiss Colony Cheese Days Parade on Sunday. \nGet the schedule and details on all of their events at the Cheese Days website\, o r below reprinted from their site. Scroll down for more details\, includin g the schedule for the Main Stage lineup! \n \nHighways 11\, 59\, 69\, and 81 all bring you to Monroe. The three days of festivities are also right next to the Minhas Craft Brewery\, Winery & Distillery\, which is worth a tour\, and the lovely trappings of Green County\, including New Glarus jus t up Highway 69. Make a weekend of it! \nGreen County Cheese Days Address: \n1016 16th Avenue\nMonroe\, WI 53566\n(608) 325-7771\nWebsite \n\n\n\n \n \nGreen County Cheese Days Schedule of Events\nFRIDAY\, SEPT 18\nPARK & R IDE SHUTTLE BUS – $1 each trip. Park off site at Orchid (350 – 21st St .) & ride bus downtown. 5–10 pm \nINFO TRAILER – SW Corner (near Baumg artner’s) – maps\, schedules\, ask questions\, lost and found. 9 am – 7:30 pm \nFOOD STANDS – Eat your way around the Courthouse Square! M enu/maps at INFO BOOTH. (10 am–9 pm) \nCHEESE DAYS STORE – SOUVENIR TE NT (Adenke Zält) – t-shirts & sweatshirts\, collector buttons\, Interna tional Harvester toy tractor\, logo pint glasses\, “udderly good time” drawstring backpacks\, Wedgie bobbleheads\, canvas tote bags\, Swiss chee se earrings. SW corner cross from Baumgartner’s Cheese Store. (9 am–8: 30 pm) \nBEER and WINE STAND – SW Corner – near INFO TRAILER. (10 am –midnight) ****Proceeds from sales at the Cheese Days Beer & Wine Stand go toward the costs of tents\, porta potties\, electricity\, stage enterta inment and more – thank you for your support.**** \nHOSPITALITY TENT (Z ält zum Höckle) Sponsored by Colony Brands. NORTH SIDE. Dining area with tables & chairs. Musical entertainment throughout the weekend. Open all w eekend. \nBIG RADIO DINING TENT – NORTHWEST CORNER. Dining area with tab les and chairs. Open all weekend. \nCARNIVAL in Spring Square Parking Lot (behind JoAnne’s Dress Shop) – all weekend. \nNATIONAL HISTORIC CHEESE MAKING CENTER – Guided tours showcasing the history of cheesemaking. The past comes alive at the century-old Imobersteg Farmstead Cheese Factory. 2018 6th Ave\, at intersection of Hwy 69 south and 21st St. (9 am–4 pm) \nCHEESE TENT (Chäs Zält) – Cheese for sale. EAST SIDE of the Square. Presented by Foreign Type Cheesemakers Assn. Vendors: Emmi Roth USA\, Edel weiss Creamery\, Landmark Creamery\, Klondike Cheese Company\, Valley View Cheese\, Chula Vista (V&V Supremo)\, Brunkow Cheese and Decatur Dairy. (9 am–8 pm) \nMINHAS CRAFT BREWERY – guided tours and tasting – “Old est in the Midwest” with brewing excellence since 1845. Visitor Center a nd gift shop. Beer & root beer samples. Herb & Helen Haydock’s Collectio n of Brewery Memorabilia. $12 admission includes guided tour and gift pack ($15 retail value). Tours every 15 minutes. (10 am–6 pm) \nMINHAS MICRO DISTILLERY GUIDED TASTING– Hand–crafted\, small–batch distilled spi rits using old world methods & traditions. Guided Distillery and Liqueur T asting $12 admission includes 2 cocktails\, branded whisky tasting glass & gift bottle to take home. Tours every 15 minutes. (10 am–6 pm) \nMINHAS WINERY WINE TASTING & FOOD PAIRING: Guided by Executive Chef Trisha Cough lin and her team\, wines paired with different types of artisanal cheeses and other small bites. $12 admission includes guided tasting and food pair ing and take home a branded wine glass. ($5 retail value). (10 am–6 pm) \nCOLONY BRANDS TENT – Celebrating more than 90 years in Monroe. Buy che esecake-on-a-stick – made exclusively for Cheese Days! Stop in to learn more about the Colony Brands team\, our 10 retail brands\, door prizes and more! NE CORNER (10 am – 9 pm) \nBARN QUILT and DAIRY FARM TOUR – Boa rd a bus for a guided tour to one of Green County’s most beautiful famil y-operated dairy farms. You’ll meet members of the family and their Hols tein herd\, along with calves\, a donkey\, rabbit\, chickens\, guineas\, p eacocks\, ducks\, pigs\, goats\, dogs\, and cats. On the way to the farm a nd back\, you’ll see some of Green County’s barn quilts. We guarantee you’ll be entertained along the way by stories from tour guides Lynn Lok ken & Kris Winkler – the volunteers who developed the Barn Quilt project . Admission of $5 charged for those 6 and older\; ages 5 and under are fre e. (This is a 2-hour tour. You’ll be back downtown at the festival groun ds at 1 pm\, so you may want to eat lunch prior to departing.) TODAY – P URCHASE TICKETS AT INFO TRAILER NEAR THE BEER STAND – limited seating 50 tickets will be sold. (Saturday – tickets for sale at Family Farm Adven ture Tent) (11 am) \nMAIN STAGE (Grossi Bühni) – Yodeling\, alphorns\, polka bands\, & Swiss heritage music during the day. Tonight’s street da nce – BOOGIE AND THE YO-YO’Z. (Live music today on the main stage from noon til midnight) \nMAIN STAGE – Kerry Christensen – Master Yodeler (Noon) \nGREEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM – Housed in a Civil War era church. Donations suggested. One block north of Square. (Noon–5 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – John Waelti and Bobbie Edler Accordion Duo (1 pm) \ nGREENWOODS CEMETERY WALK – sponsored by Green County Genealogical Socie ty and Green County Historical Society – led by local historians. Info: 608.328.7436 or 608.426.1796. (Registration 1 pm\; walk at 1:30 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Keith Zweifel Band (1:30 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Alphorn Entertain ment (3 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – Green County Harmony Chorus (2 pm) \nFA MILY FARM ADVENTURE TENT – Sponsored by Green Co. Farm Bureau\, in partn ership with 4–H\, FFA & other ag groups. Check out a number of education al activities about agriculture\; including milking a “cow”\, AG Trivi a Wheel\, coloring station\, crop boxes and “Cow Races” back by popula r demand! On NORTHEAST corner of Square by First National Bank. (2–8 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – Alphorns led by Heinz and George (2:45 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Alphorns led by Heinz and George (3 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – K erry Christensen\, Master Yodeler (3:15 pm) \n“STREETS OF SWITZERLAND” European Sidewalk Café & Biergarten – Swiss specialties at Turner Hall (3–7:30 pm) \nCARNIVAL (Rummel Platz) – “Spring Square” parking l ot – south of the Courthouse Square (4 – 11 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Child ren’s Swiss Music Concert (4:15 pm) \nCHILDREN’S COSTUME PARADE (Chind er Trachte Umzug) – Prince & Princess lead the parade (5 pm) \nHOSPITALI TY TENT – Kerry Christensen\, Master Yodeler (5 pm) \nOPENING CEREMONY – MAIN STAGE – MC – Scott Thompson of BIG RADIO. Presentation of Col ors with Green County Sheriff Dept.\, ceremonial blowing of Alphorns\, pre sentation of royalty\, “Procession of Cheesemakers” (6 pm) \nHOSPITALI TY TENT – Mascot Theory (Americana\, Alt-Folk Rock) (7 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Monroe Swiss Singers (7:15 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Alphorns led by Heinz and George (8:15 pm) \nSTREET DANCE (uf der Strass Tanze) – MAIN STAGE – Boogie and the Yo-Yo’z (8:30 pm–midnight) \nSATURDAY\, SEPT 19 \nP ARK & RIDE SHUTTLE BUS – $1 each trip. Park offsite at Orchid (350 – 2 1st St.) and ride the bus downtown. Other stops today include **Historic C heese Center** and Green County Fairgrounds. (**Historic Cheese Center clo ses at 4 pm). (Shuttle runs 10 am–10 pm) \nINFO TRAILER – SW Corner (n ear Baumgartner’s) – maps\, schedules\, ask questions\, lost and found . 8:30 am – 7:30 pm \nFOOD STANDS – Eat your way around the Courthouse Square! Menu/maps at INFO BOOTH. (9 am–9 pm) \nCHEESE DAYS STORE – SO UVENIR TENT (Adenke Zält) – t-shirts & sweatshirts\, collector buttons\ , International Harvester toy tractor\, logo pint glasses\, “udderly goo d time” drawstring backpacks\, Wedgie bobbleheads\, canvas tote bags\, S wiss cheese earrings. SW corner cross from Baumgartner’s Cheese Store. ( 9 am–8:30 pm) \nBEER and WINE STAND – SW Corner – near INFO TRAILER. (10 am–midnight) ****Proceeds from sales at the Cheese Days Beer & Wine Stand go toward the costs of tents\, porta potties\, electricity\, stage entertainment and more – thank you for your support.**** \nHOSPITALITY T ENT (Zält zum Höckle) Sponsored by Colony Brands. NORTH SIDE. Dining are a with tables & chairs. Musical entertainment throughout the weekend. Open all weekend. \nBIG RADIO DINING TENT – NORTHWEST CORNER. Dining area wi th tables and chairs. Open all weekend. \nCARNIVAL in Spring Square Parkin g Lot (behind JoAnne’s Dress Shop) – all weekend. \nFARMER’S MARKET – South of Middle School (8 am–4 pm) \n“STREETS OF SWITZERLAND” Eu ropean Sidewalk Café & Biergarten – Swiss specialties at Turner Hall. ( 8:30 am–7:30 pm) \nCHEESE DAYS CHASE – 5 & 10 k run\, & 2-mile fun wal k. Presented by Monroe Youth Hockey with sponsor Klondike Cheese Factory. Check in 7:30 am. Race starts PROMPTLY at 9 am. (Kid’s Race at 8:30 am) Click for more info. \nNATIONAL HISTORIC CHEESEMAKING CENTER – Guided to urs showcasing the history of cheesemaking. The past comes alive at the ce ntury-old Imobersteg Farmstead Cheese Factory. 2018 6th Ave\, at intersect ion of Hwy 69 south and 21st St. (9 am–4 pm) PARK AND RIDE SHUTTLE STOP TIL 4 PM \nVINTAGE TRACTOR DISPLAY – Courtesy of Monroe area antique tra ctor owners. Take a step back in time and learn how farmers and their trac tors played an important role in shaping the agricultural and cheese indus try in Green County. You’ll see various “colors” (brands) – meet t he owners & talk about their favorite toys! On 17th Avenue between banks a nd also in First National Bank parking lot. (9 am–5 pm) \nMAKER’S MARK ET – Just west of the Square\; right behind Baumgartner’s Cheese Store and Tavern. Shop the booths of creators\, fiber artists\, hobbyists\, woo d crafters\, photographers\, painters\, etc\, who personally design and ma ke what they sell. (9 am–8 pm) \nVENDOR MARKETPLACE – Booths in Librar y Parking Lot – Commercial vendors\, merchandise for sale\, businesses & groups promoting products & services. (9 am–8 pm) \nCHEESE TENT (Chäs Zält) – Cheese for sale. EAST SIDE of the Square. Presented by Foreign Type Cheesemakers Assn. Vendors: Emmi Roth USA\, Edelweiss Creamery\, Land mark Creamery\, Klondike Cheese Company\, Valley View Cheese\, Chula Vista (V&V Supremo)\, Brunkow Cheese and Decatur Dairy. (9 am–8 pm) \nCOLONY BRANDS TENT – Celebrating more than 90 years in Monroe. Buy cheesecake-o n-a-stick – made exclusively for Cheese Days! Stop in to learn more abou t the Colony Brands team\, our 10 retail brands\, door prizes and more! NE CORNER (9 am–9 pm) \nHEART OF CHEESE DAYS – Exhibit & Sales – Meet artisans who create traditional Swiss folk art and view exhibits of Swiss artifacts and memorabilia brought to Green County by some of the area’s Swiss immigrants. Presented by Monroe Swiss Singers at Turner Hall. Free a dmission with 2020 CHEESE DAYS BUTTON (or $2 at the door). (10 am–4 pm) \nGREEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM – Housed in a Civil War era chu rch. Donations suggested. One block north of Square. (10 am–5 pm) \nMINH AS CRAFT BREWERY – guided tours and tasting – “Oldest in the Midwest ” with brewing excellence since 1845. Visitor Center and gift shop. Beer & root beer samples. Herb & Helen Haydock’s Collection of Brewery Memor abilia. $12 admission includes guided tour and gift pack ($15 retail value ). Tours every 15 minutes. (10 am–6 pm) \nMINHAS MICRO DISTILLERY GUIDED TASTING– Hand–crafted\, small–batch distilled spirits using old wor ld methods & traditions. Guided Distillery and Liqueur Tasting $12 admissi on includes 2 cocktails\, branded whisky tasting glass & gift bottle to ta ke home. Tours every 15 minutes. (10 am–6 pm) \nMINHAS WINERY WINE TASTI NG & FOOD PAIRING – Guided by Executive Chef Trisha Coughlin and her tea m\, wines paired with different types of artisanal cheeses and other small bites. $12 admission includes guided tasting and food pairing and take ho me a branded wine glass. ($5 retail value). (10 am–6 pm) \nFAMILY FARM A DVENTURE TENT – Sponsored by Green Co. Farm Bureau\, in partnership with 4–H\, FFA & other ag groups. Check out a number of educational activiti es about agriculture\; including milking a “cow”\, AG Trivia Wheel\, c oloring station\, crop boxes and “Cow Races” back by popular demand! O n NORTHEAST corner of Square by First National Bank. (10 am–8 pm) \nCARN IVAL (Rummel Platz) – “Spring Square” south of the Courthouse Square (10 am–11 pm) \nKIDS’ STREET (Chinder Schpil Strass) SPONSORED BY TDS – On 16th Avenue by Library. Demonstrations\, activities and fun for ki ds – all free! (Kid’s Street Schedule) \nMAIN STAGE (Grossi Bühni) – Yodeling\, alphorns\, polka bands\, & Swiss heritage music during the day. Tonight’s Street Dance – Bella Cain! (Live music today from 10:30 am–midnight) \nDAIRY FARM TOURS – Board a bus for a guided tour into Green County countryside to visit a family run dairy farm\, and to see cow s and calves and gain a better understanding of where cheese gets started. $5 admission charged for those 10 and older\; under 10 are free. Tickets available in FAMILY FARM ADVENTURE TENT. Length of tour ranges from 1 to 1 1/2 hours. (10:30 am til last bus departs at 3 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Kerry Christensen\, Master Yodeler (10:30 am) \nBARN QUILT and DAIRY FARM TOUR – Board a bus for a guided tour to one of Green County’s most beautifu l family-operated dairy farms. You’ll meet members of the family and the ir Holstein herd\, along with calves\, a donkey\, rabbit\, chickens\, guin eas\, peacocks\, ducks\, pigs\, goats\, dogs\, and cats. On the way to the farm and back\, you’ll see some of Green County’s barn quilts. We gua rantee you’ll be entertained along the way by stories from tour guides L ynn Lokken & Kris Winkler – the volunteers who developed the Barn Quilt project. Special guest Alice in Dairyland will also be along for the tour! Admission of $5 charged for those 6 and older\; ages 5 and under are free . (This is a 2-hour tour. You’ll be back downtown at the festival ground s at 1 pm\, so you may want to eat lunch prior to departing.) PURCHASE TIC KETS AT FAMILY FARM ADVENTURE TENT ON NE CORNER – limited seating 49 tic kets will be sold. (11 am) \nMAIN STAGE – Meet the Cheese Days Royalty ( 11:20 am) \nMAIN STAGE – Monroe City Band (Noon) \nOLD WORLD CHEESEMAKIN G DEMONSTRATION (DIE ALT KASEREI “the old cheese factory”) Watch and l earn as members of The Foreign Type Cheesemaker’s Association create a 2 00-pound wheel of Swiss cheese the old fashioned way\, in a giant copper k ettle. You’ll meet Wisconsin Master Cheesemakers Jeff Wideman and Gary G rossen\, who will explain the process and demonstrate the steps. Spectator s will have the opportunity to take a turn stirring the kettle with the “Swiss harp” (great photo opp!) After the cheese is “hooped” the c heesemakers will “plug” a block of cheese and demonstrate the grading and judging process using the criteria of the USA and World Championship C heese Competitions. North of Courthouse. (Noon–4 pm) \nCOW MILKING CONTE ST (Chueh Mälche Wettstriett) – An “udderly” good time thanks to ar ea dairy farmers & their happy herds! Watch as teams compete for prizes – may the most milk win! Located by post office. (1 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – David Austin Band (1:15 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – John and Bobbie Accord ion Duo (2 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Swiss Miss Dancers (2:30 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Doo Wop Daddies (3 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – Kerry Christensen\, Mast er Yodeler (3 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – Accordion Four – John\, Bobbie\ , Barb and Mary ( 4 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Alphorn entertainment (4:30 pm) \ nMAIN STAGE – Cheesemaker Dancers (4:45 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – Andy Yaun Ensemble (5 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Kerry Christensen\, Master Yodeler ( 5:30 pm) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – The Decade (Rock hits from the 70’s thru 90’s) (6:15 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Wheelhouse (7 pm) \nSTREET DANCE (uf d er Strass Tanze) – MAIN STAGE – To Be Announced. (8:30 pm–midnight) \nSUNDAY\, SEPT 20 \nPARK & RIDE SHUTTLE BUS – $1 each trip. Park offsit e at Orchid (350 – 21st St.) & ride the bus downtown. Shuttle also stops at Historic Cheese Center until 4 pm. (Shuttle runs 10 am–5 pm) \nINFO TRAILER – SW Corner (near Baumgartner’s) – maps\, schedules\, ask qu estions\, lost and found. (9 am – 5 pm) \nFOOD STANDS – Eat your way a round the Courthouse Square! Menu/maps at INFO BOOTH. (9 am–6 pm) \nCHEE SE DAYS STORE – SOUVENIR TENT (Adenke Zält) – t-shirts & sweatshirts\ , collector buttons\, International Harvester toy tractor\, logo pint glas ses\, “udderly good time” drawstring backpacks\, Wedgie bobbleheads\, canvas tote bags\, Swiss cheese earrings. SW corner cross from Baumgartner ’s Cheese Store. (9 am–6 pm) \nBEER and WINE STAND – SW Corner – n ear INFO TRAILER. (10 am–6 pm) ****Proceeds from sales at the Cheese Day s Beer & Wine Stand go toward the costs of tents\, porta potties\, electri city\, stage entertainment and more – thank you for your support.**** \n HOSPITALITY TENT (Zält zum Höckle) Sponsored by Colony Brands. NORTH SID E. Dining area with tables & chairs. Open today til 6 pm. \nBIG RADIO DINI NG TENT – NORTHWEST CORNER. Dining area with tables and chairs. Open tod ay til 6 pm. \nCARNIVAL in Spring Square Parking Lot (behind JoAnne’s Dr ess Shop) – all weekend. \nNATIONAL HISTORIC CHEESEMAKING CENTER – Gui ded tours showcasing the history of cheesemaking. The past comes alive at the century-old Imobersteg Farmstead Cheese Factory. 2018 6th Ave\, at int ersection of Hwy 69 south and 21st St. (9 am–4 pm) PARK AND RIDE BUS SHU TTLE STOP. \nVENDOR MARKETPLACE – Booths in Library Parking Lot – Comm ercial vendors\, merchandise for sale\, businesses & groups promoting prod ucts & services. (9 am–5 pm) \nMAKER’S MARKET – Just west of the Squ are\; right behind Baumgartner’s Cheese Store and Tavern. Shop the booth s of creators\, fiber artists\, hobbyists\, wood crafters\, photographers\ , painters\, etc\, who personally design and make what they sell. (9 am-5 pm) \nCHEESE TENT (Chäs Zält) – Cheese for sale. EAST side of Square. Presented by Foreign Type Cheesemakers Assn. Vendors: Emmi Roth USA\, Edel weiss Creamery\, Landmark Creamery\, Klondike Cheese Company\, Valley View Cheese\, Chula Vista (V&V Supremo)\, Brunkow Cheese and Decatur Dairy. (9 am–5 pm) \nCOLONY BRANDS TENT – Celebrating more than 90 years in Mon roe! Buy cheesecake-on-a-stick\; made exclusively for Cheese Days. Stop in to learn more about the Colony Brands team\, our 10 retail brands\, door prizes and more! NE Corner. (9 am–6 pm) \nMAIN STAGE (Grossi Bühni) – Yodeling\, alphorns\, polka bands\, & Swiss heritage music. Daily schedul e at INFO BOOTH. (Entertainment today 10 am–6 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Swiss Canton Fashion Show by Wilhelm Tell Usherettes (10 am) \nHOSPITALITY TENT – Ecumenical Worship Serivice (10 am) \nGREEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM – Housed in a Civil War era church. Donations suggested. One blo ck north of Square. (10 am–1 pm) \nFAMILY FARM ADVENTURE TENT – Sponso red by Green Co. Farm Bureau\, in partnership with 4–H\, FFA & other ag groups. Check out a number of educational activities about agriculture\; i ncluding milking a “cow”\, AG Trivia Wheel\, coloring station\, crop b oxes and “Cow Races” back by popular demand! On NORTHEAST corner of Sq uare by First National Bank. (10 am–5 pm\; closed during parade) \nMINHA S CRAFT BREWERY – guided tours and tasting – “Oldest in the Midwest ” with brewing excellence since 1845. Visitor Center and gift shop. Beer & root beer samples. Herb & Helen Haydock’s Collection of Brewery Memor abilia. $12 admission includes guided tour and gift pack ($15 retail value ). Tours every 15 minutes. (10 am–5 pm) \nMINHAS MICRO DISTILLERY GUIDED TASTING– Hand–crafted\, small–batch distilled spirits using old wor ld methods & traditions. Guided Distillery and Liqueur Tasting $12 admissi on includes 2 cocktails\, branded whisky tasting glass & gift bottle to ta ke home. Tours every 15 minutes. (10 am–5 pm) \nMINHAS WINERY WINE TASTI NG & FOOD PAIRING: Guided by Executive Chef Trisha Coughlin and her team\, wines paired with different types of artisanal cheeses and other small bi tes. $12 admission includes guided tasting and food pairing and take home a branded wine glass. ($5 retail value). (10 am–5 pm) \nCARNIVAL (Rummel Platz) – “Spring Square” parking lot – south of the Courthouse Sq uare (10 am–6 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Kerry Christensen\, Master Yodeler (1 0:30 am) \nMAIN STAGE – Goodtime Dutchmen – 3rd Generation Family Polk a Band (11:30 am) \nTHE SWISS COLONY CHEESE DAYS PARADE (Chäs Tag Umzug) – Steps off from fairgrounds at 12:30 pm\, arrives downtown approximatel y 12:45 pm. \nMAIN STAGE – UW Marching Band 5th Quarter! (after parade) \nMAIN STAGE – Goodtime Dutchmen – 3rd Generation Family Polka Band (3 :15 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – New Glarus Mannerchor (Men’s Choir) (4:10 pm) \ nMAIN STAGE – New Glarus Jodlerklub (Yodel Club) (5 pm) \nMAIN STAGE – Kerry Christensen\, Master Yodeler (5:45 pm-6:15 pm) \nBack to StateTrunk Tour.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060957Z LOCATION:Monroe Town Square\, 1016 16th Avenue\, Monroe\, WI\, 53566\, Uni ted States URL:https://statetrunktour.com/event/green-county-monroe-cheese-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:State Trunk Tour X-SOURCE-URL:https://statetrunktour.com/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brews & Blooms: Oktoberfest! DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T052541Z UID:10003077-1789743600-1789768800@wauwatosahistoricalsociety.org CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Prost! Brews & Blooms is back for one more round — Oktoberfe st style!\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore Brews & Blooms became our summertime beer gard en series\, it began as a one-day Oktoberfest celebration called Prosit! T his fall\, we’re returning to those roots with a special Oktoberfest edi tion of Brews & Blooms on the beautiful grounds of the historic Kneeland-W alker House. \n\n\n\nRaise a stein and celebrate the season with an evenin g of live music\, German food\, Hammerschlagen\, and plenty of beer\, incl uding local favorites and German brews on tap. \n\n\n\nSettle into the Vic torian Gardens with friends and neighbors\, enjoy the music\, test your sk ills at Hammerschlagen\, and soak up the atmosphere of a traditional Wisco nsin Oktoberfest with a distinctly Wauwatosa twist. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect : \n\n\n\n\nLive music\n\n\n\nGerman food\n\n\n\nLocal and German beer on tap\n\n\n\nHammerschlagen\n\n\n\nBeer garden games\n\n\n\nThe beautiful hi storic grounds and Victorian Gardens of the Kneeland-Walker House\n\n\n\n\ nCome in your lederhosen or dirndl if the spirit moves you\, bring your fr iends\, and help us send off the Brews & Blooms season with a proper Prost ! \n\n\n\nBrews & Blooms is more than a beer garden. It’s a way to bring people together at one of Wauwatosa’s most treasured historic places. E very purchase supports the Wauwatosa Historical Society and our work to pr eserve\, share\, and celebrate Wauwatosa’s history. \n\n\n\nGood beer. G ood music. Good company. Prost! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrews & Bl oomsvOktoberfest will feature live music both nights\, Hammerschlagen game s and authentic German fare! \n\n\n\nFriday\, September 18 \n\n\n\n\n5:00p m-7:00pm Music TBD\n\n\n\n7:30pm-9:30pm Music TBD\n\n\n\nFood: TBA\n\n\n\n \nSaturday\, September 19 \n\n\n\n\n5:00pm-7:00pm Music TBD\n\n\n\n7:30pm- 9:30pm Music TBD\n\n\n\nFood: TBA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\nThank you to our sponsorS\n\n\n\nThis event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors: [Sponsor A]\, [Sponsor B]\, and [Spo nsor C] – be sure each one is hyperlinked. Then in the ciolumn below\, p ut in their sponsor logo image and link it – opening in a new window – to the sponsor home page. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T052541Z URL:https://wauwatosahistoricalsociety.org/event/brews-blooms-oktoberfest2 026/2026-09-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wauwatosa Historical Society X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wauwatosahistoricalsociety.org/little-red-store END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Annual Native Heritage Celebration DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T061341Z UID:7443-1789750800-1789750800@www.marcuscenter.org CATEGORIES:community,festival DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin has one of the largest concentrations of Native Amer ican Tribes east of the Mississippi River\, and each has a distinct cultur e and rich heritage. To celebrate and honor this rich history and culture\ , the Marcus Performing Arts Center will present its 2nd Annual Native Her itage Celebration on Friday\, September 18\, 2026. \nThrough this celebrat ion\, attendees will learn about the culture and heritage of the 11 federa lly recognized tribes of Wisconsin through a variety of offerings includin g traditional smudging\, drumming\, beadwork\, basketry\, and performances by hoop dancer Ty Defoe and drumming group Red Nation Boyz (evening only) . \nThe Native Heritage Celebration is free and open to the public. \n Com mittee Members Dan Terrio\, M.S. (he\,his\,him) | Area Extension Director - University of Wisconsin-Extension - Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohicans Tashina Williams - Senior Content Marketing Manager - Potawatomi Casino H otel  - Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohicans Tracie Sparks - Director of P rofessional Learning and Strategic Initiatives - Marquette University - O neida Nation of Wisconsin Brad Kroupa - Executive Director at Forest Count y Potawatomi Foundation - Forest County Potawatomi Foundation - Arikara LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T061341Z LOCATION:Peck Pavilion\, 929 N Water St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States URL:https://www.marcuscenter.org/event/native-heritage-celebration/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Marcus Performing Arts Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.marcuscenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rally Round for Children’s Wisconsin DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260730T194430Z UID:10182-1789776000-1789862399@wistatefair.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival DESCRIPTION:Rally Round for Children’s WisconsinVisit their website for more information!The Festival of Fun for Everyone! \nJoin us for the secon d annual Rally Round for Children’s Wisconsin! There’s something for e veryone at Rally Round. Inside the track\, enjoy games\, sports\, maker sp aces\, music\, food trucks\, family-friendly entertainment and SO much mor e! On the track\, assemble a team and run\, walk or roll in honor of our p atients and care providers. \nKids are free\, parking is free and all of t he day’s activities are free! Adult registration is $30\, and every doll ar of every registration goes to ensure that every child in Wisconsin has the best chance at a brighter and healthier future. \nView Admission Price s on their website here. \nEvent Dates & Times:\nSaturday\, September 19: 9am – 2pm \n\nPlease Note:\nThere may be a parking charge of $13 per veh icle or $10 per motorcycle to park at Wisconsin State Fair Park during any event. CREDIT CARD ONLY for onsite purchases. To purchase your parking i n advance\, click here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T194430Z LOCATION:Milwaukee Mile\, 640 S 84th Street\, West Allis\, 53227 URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/rally-round-for-childrens-wisconsin / X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin State Fair Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at Indeed Milwaukee DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005 DTSTAMP:20260902T063222Z UID:10005706-1789776000-1791158399@indeedbrewing.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Live Beatmaking in the Ox\n \n \n \n \n \n Th e Greatest Tradition in Beer…\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nce lebrate a major part of beer’s heritage with a liter of this year’s Ok toberfest Munich-Style Lager\n\nOktoberfest is officially taking over the Indeed taproom from Saturday\, September 19th through Sunday\, Oktober 4th !\n\n\n\n\n\nBig beers\, Oktoberfest decor\, questionable strength testing (that could win you a free 6-pack)\, and an excuse to wear lederhosen in public.\n\n\nTHE DETAILS:\n↠ Liter Stein Pours on all standard beers  ( not mandatory) \n↠ Test your strength at the Steinholding Contests* Ever y Fri & Sat at 7 PM. Winner gets a free 6-pack!  \n↠ Live Polka music b y TALLY HO! Brass Band Saturday Oktober 3rd\, 6-8pm \n↠ $2 off your firs t drink if you wear a dirndl or lederhosen \n\n\n\nSee you at the fest \n \n\n\n\n  \n \n Learn About the Beer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STEINHOLDING con tests\n \n \n \n \n \n Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm\nStrong est Steinholder takes home a free 6-pack!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LIVE MUSIC \nOKTOBE R 3RD\nTALLY HO! Brass\nOktoberfest Polka Brass Band \nSaturday 10/3 \n 6 :00-8:00pm\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beer for Festing\n \n \n \n \n \n A bier for festing is a beer for all! Our version of the cl assic German style pays homage to its roots with smooth German malts and z esty\, noble German hops. Light copper in color with a medium-bodied dry f inish\, our Oktoberfest is tailor-made to toss back\, Munich-style. Prost! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dirndl & Lederhosen Discount\n \n \n \n \n \n Score $2 off your first pour when you show up in a Dirndl or Lederhosen! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indeed We Can\n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how you can enjoy Indeed in Milwaukee whil e helping raise money and awareness for local non-profit organizations doi ng good. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indeed\n \n \n \n \n \n Learn more about how Indeed started\, how it’s going now\, and where we’re headed next! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T063222Z LOCATION:Indeed Brewing Company\, 530 SOUTH 2ND STREET\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204 URL:https://indeedbrewing.com/event/oktoberfest-at-indeed-milwaukee/ X-SOURCE-NAME:indeed X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.indeedbrewing.com/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Apple Harvest Festival DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10001729-1789808400-1789833600@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Retzer Nature Center\, S14 W28167 Madison St.\, Waukesha\, WI\, 5 3188\, United States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/apple-harvest-festival-25/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Francis Fest 5 DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T180020Z UID:10005681-1789819200-1789855200@indeedbrewing.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Live Beatmaking in the Ox\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, september 19\n \n \n \n \n \n Much like beer\, vegan food has come such a long way over the years and on the forefront o f that revolution in Minneapolis is Francis Burger Joint. Francis joins us in the Beeryard on September 19 for a day full of killer plant-based burg ers\, music\, art\, and beer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Lineup\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nExtraterrestrials\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \ n \n\nPanel\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nSocktopus\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nVirginia's Basement\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThe Teddy Holidays\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nNancy Gross\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nFMLY FRND\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nDJ Buster Baxter & Big Reece\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FOOD\n \n \n \ n \n \n Francis will be serving up their famous\, killer vegan bu rgers! \nPizzeria Lola will have one-time-only vegan menu options! \nThe D onut Trap vegan donuts will also be available! \nMN Nice Cream will be sl inging vegan soft serve! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OX MARK ET\n \n \n \n \n \n Come inside and check out an eclectic vendor market\, including: \n\nYou’re the Party\nArtifacts of Joy\nAPOT HECARY 19\nKabouter Creative\nPotty Mouth Makery\nNickey Robo\nAlexis Poli tz\nFeverish Garments\nAudrey Rose Vintage\nRed Eye Hot Sauce\nTattoo Pop- Up – Reid Gosmire\, Gab Yunis\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indeed We Can\n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how you ca n enjoy Indeed in Minneapolis while helping raise money and awareness for local organizations doing good.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indeed \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn more about how Indeed started\, h ow it’s going now\, and where we’re headed next!L LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T180020Z URL:https://indeedbrewing.com/event/francis-fest-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:indeed X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.indeedbrewing.com/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bay View Bash - WMSE Stage DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T001904Z UID:10000982-1789819200-1789855200@wmse.org CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:While many of Milwaukee’s summer festivals\, block parties\, and other large scale happenings have already come and gone\, one of the city’s best fests of the season is still on the horizon. Bay View Bash w ill return to Kinnickinnic Avenue on Saturday\, September 19 and will fill the eponymous neighborhood with 11 hours worth of live entertainment\, fa mily fun\, retail vendors\, food\, drinks\, and more. \nThough it’s stil l more than a month away\, you’ll want to make sure you’re around to t ake in the sights and sounds of the behemoth block party. Speaking of thos e sights and sounds\, we have the second of five Bash stage announcements for you. Following last week’s Milwaukee Record Stage lineup reveal\, it ’s time to let you know what will be happening on the WMSE Stage! \nThe sixth year of WMSE’s stage will kick off with a live remote broadcast by the station’s popular Saturday Afternoon Boogie Bang show from noon to 3 o’clock. After that\, the space will host a handful of impressive acts \, including Emmitt James\, Seances\, Chicago punks Tuff Sudz\, and more. Check out the lineup and set times for the WMSE Stage. \n12 p.m. — Boogi e Bang Gang (Live Remote Broadcast with DJ Barry) \n3:30 p.m. — Human An t Farm \n4:45 p.m. — Emmitt James \n6 p.m. — Seances \n7:15 p.m. — T uff Sudz \n8:45 p.m. — Goth Barge DJs \nStay tuned for the full entertai nment lineup—including the lineup for the X-Ray Arcade\, Rushmor Records \, and Hoan Thugs stages—in the coming weeks. We’ll see you Saturday\, September 19\, Milwaukee! LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T001904Z LOCATION:Bay View Bash WMSE Stage\, 2759 S Kinnickinnic Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53207\, United States URL:https://wmse.org/event/bay-view-bash-wmse-stage-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WMSE - 91.7FM X-SOURCE-URL:https://wmse.org/event/local-live-from-anodyne-with-the-grove lers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brews & Blooms: Oktoberfest! DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T052541Z UID:10003078-1789830000-1789855200@wauwatosahistoricalsociety.org CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Prost! Brews & Blooms is back for one more round — Oktoberfe st style!\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore Brews & Blooms became our summertime beer gard en series\, it began as a one-day Oktoberfest celebration called Prosit! T his fall\, we’re returning to those roots with a special Oktoberfest edi tion of Brews & Blooms on the beautiful grounds of the historic Kneeland-W alker House. \n\n\n\nRaise a stein and celebrate the season with an evenin g of live music\, German food\, Hammerschlagen\, and plenty of beer\, incl uding local favorites and German brews on tap. \n\n\n\nSettle into the Vic torian Gardens with friends and neighbors\, enjoy the music\, test your sk ills at Hammerschlagen\, and soak up the atmosphere of a traditional Wisco nsin Oktoberfest with a distinctly Wauwatosa twist. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect : \n\n\n\n\nLive music\n\n\n\nGerman food\n\n\n\nLocal and German beer on tap\n\n\n\nHammerschlagen\n\n\n\nBeer garden games\n\n\n\nThe beautiful hi storic grounds and Victorian Gardens of the Kneeland-Walker House\n\n\n\n\ nCome in your lederhosen or dirndl if the spirit moves you\, bring your fr iends\, and help us send off the Brews & Blooms season with a proper Prost ! \n\n\n\nBrews & Blooms is more than a beer garden. It’s a way to bring people together at one of Wauwatosa’s most treasured historic places. E very purchase supports the Wauwatosa Historical Society and our work to pr eserve\, share\, and celebrate Wauwatosa’s history. \n\n\n\nGood beer. G ood music. Good company. Prost! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrews & Bl oomsvOktoberfest will feature live music both nights\, Hammerschlagen game s and authentic German fare! \n\n\n\nFriday\, September 18 \n\n\n\n\n5:00p m-7:00pm Music TBD\n\n\n\n7:30pm-9:30pm Music TBD\n\n\n\nFood: TBA\n\n\n\n \nSaturday\, September 19 \n\n\n\n\n5:00pm-7:00pm Music TBD\n\n\n\n7:30pm- 9:30pm Music TBD\n\n\n\nFood: TBA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\nThank you to our sponsorS\n\n\n\nThis event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors: [Sponsor A]\, [Sponsor B]\, and [Spo nsor C] – be sure each one is hyperlinked. Then in the ciolumn below\, p ut in their sponsor logo image and link it – opening in a new window – to the sponsor home page. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T052541Z URL:https://wauwatosahistoricalsociety.org/event/brews-blooms-oktoberfest2 026/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wauwatosa Historical Society X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wauwatosahistoricalsociety.org/little-red-store END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:World Beef Expo DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260730T194430Z UID:2353-1790208000-1790553599@wistatefair.com CATEGORIES:festival,market DESCRIPTION:World Beef ExpoEach year people from around the country visit Milwaukee for one of the Midwest’s largest cattle expositions – World Beef Expo.\nBeef Cattle Open & Junior Shows\, Youth and Collegiate Beef Ca ttle Judging Competition\, Youth Showmanship Competition\, Trade Show\, Yo uth Sweepstakes Competition.\nAll events are open to the public. See sched ule for dates and times. \nFor information about this event\, visit worldb eefexpo.com. \nDates:\nSeptember 24-27\, 2026 \nAdmission:\nFREE \nParking Prices:\nThere may be a parking charge of $10 per vehicle or $5 per motor cycle to park at Wisconsin State Fair Park during any event. CREDIT CARD ONLY for onsite purchases. \nTo purchase your parking in advance please vi sit: WI State Fair Park\, West Allis\, WI – Buy Parking | HONK (honkmob ile.com) LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T194430Z LOCATION:Ag Village\, 640 S. 84th Street\, West Allis\, 53227\, United Sta tes URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/world-beef-expo/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin State Fair Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dialogues Documentary Festival DTSTART:20260924T233000Z DTEND:20260928T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T002420Z UID:10000985-1790274600-1790546400@wmse.org CATEGORIES:festival,film DESCRIPTION:WMSE is proud to support Milwaukee Film’s Dialogues Document ary Festival! Documentary films open conversations and expand minds. Mark your calendar for September 24-27 in 2026 and plan to join us for four day s of films and discussions that will fill your heart and mind with timely\ , relevant\, and true stories. \nThe full 35-film lineup can be found HE RE. It includes previously announced documentaries like the Rocky Horror- centered Time Warp and the Milwaukee-focused Heavy Is The Crown\, as we ll as just-revealed selections like the Alicia Keys doc Girl From Hell’ s Kitchen and the AI investigation Ghost In The Machine. \nAll-access pa sses are on sale NOW. An early-bird discount is in effect through Septemb er 7. \nAnd since the fest isn’t called “Dialogues” for nothin’\, Milwaukee Film notes that “many of the screenings will be immediately fo llowed by talkbacks\, Q&As\, and/or panel discussions. We’ve indicated a number of these expected post-screening discussions\, but they are subj ect to change. Keep an eye on the online film descriptions for the most up -to-date information.” LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T002420Z LOCATION:The Oriental Theatre\, 2230 N Farwell Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 532 02\, United States URL:https://wmse.org/event/dialogues-documentary-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WMSE - 91.7FM X-SOURCE-URL:https://wmse.org/event/local-live-from-anodyne-with-the-grove lers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waukesha Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260925T220000Z DTEND:20260926T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10005253-1790355600-1790373600@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Frame Park\, 1240 Frame Park Dr.\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53186\, United States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/6th-annual-waukesha-oktoberfest-25/202 6-09-25/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:World of Oddities Expo 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260805T182706Z UID:10004907-1790380800-1790553599@wcd.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival,market DESCRIPTION:The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a pe culiar paradise where weird thrives – an all inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention that features artists\, vendors\, perform ers\, educators\, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical exper ience for all! LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T182706Z LOCATION:Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance\, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. URL:https://wcd.org/event/world-of-oddities-expo-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin Center District X-SOURCE-URL:https://wcd.org/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Milwaukee Feis DTSTART:20260926T130000Z DTEND:20260926T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T182706Z UID:10004905-1790409600-1790409600@wcd.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:The Milwaukee Feis is now one of the largest and is the longes t running feiseanna in Milwaukee. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T182706Z LOCATION:Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance\, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. URL:https://wcd.org/event/milwaukee-feis/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin Center District X-SOURCE-URL:https://wcd.org/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waukesha Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260926T170000Z DTEND:20260927T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10005254-1790424000-1790460000@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Frame Park\, 1240 Frame Park Dr.\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53186\, United States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/6th-annual-waukesha-oktoberfest-25/202 6-09-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Low Down Block Party at Indeed Brewing DTSTART:20260926T170000Z DTEND:20260927T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T002419Z UID:10000972-1790424000-1790460000@wmse.org CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:WMSE is proud to support our friends at Indeed Brewing Company . Come get down at TᕼE ᒪOᗯ ᗪOᗯᑎ on Saturday\, September 26th! \nIndeed is shutting down their stretch of South 2nd Street for all-day bl ock party! \nGet in on this end-of-summer celebration of beer\, live music \, local food\, and unique vendors outside of Indeed Brewing Company in Wa lker’s Point. \n♫⋆♪ ᗰᑌSIᑕ ᒪIᑎEᑌᑭ ₊˚♬ \n✧ 2PM- 4PM ✧ WMSE 91.7FM ‘s DJ Ascot \n✧ 4PM ✧ Hanna Simone- \n✧ 5PM ✧ Emmitt James \n✧ 6PM ✧ Totally Cashed \n✧ 7PM ✧ Chapped Lips \ nBLOCK PARTY SCHEDULE: \n✧ 12PM-8PM ✧ Indeed’s block of South 2nd St reet will be closed off for the festivities \n✧ 12PM-5PM ✧ shop unique local vendors! \n✧ 2PM-8PM ✧ Music! \n✧ 3PM-8PM ✧ Beer Brûlée! \n✧ 8PM-10PM ✧ 𝘼𝙁𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙏𝙔 𝙎𝙄𝙇 𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝘿𝙄𝙎𝘾𝙊 𝙐𝙋𝙏𝙊𝙋 \n(limited number o f headphones available\, first come first serve!) LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T002419Z LOCATION:Indeed Brewing Company\, 530 S 2nd St.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204\, United States URL:https://wmse.org/event/the-low-down-block-party-at-indeed-brewing/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WMSE - 91.7FM X-SOURCE-URL:https://wmse.org/event/local-live-from-anodyne-with-the-grove lers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Low Down DTSTART:20260926T170000Z DTEND:20260927T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T063101Z UID:10005115-1790424000-1790460000@indeedbrewing.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Live Beatmaking in the Ox\n \n \n \n \n \n on e day of beer\, food\, & music in walker’s point\n \n \n \n \ n \n Come get down at TᕼE ᒪOᗯ ᗪOᗯᑎ!An all-day block part y celebration of beer\, live music\, local food\, and unique vendors outsi de of Indeed Brewing Company in Walker’s Point. \n▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ ▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ \n12PM- 8PM  We’re shutting down our block of South 2nd Street for THE FESTIVIT IES\n12PM-5PM  shop unique local vendors \n2PM-8PM  Music! \n3PM-8PM  Beer Brûlée \n8PM-10PM  𝘼𝙁𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙏𝙔 𝙐 𝙋𝙏𝙊𝙋 𝙎𝙄𝙇𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝘿𝙄𝙎𝘾𝙊\n▀▄▀ ▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ ▄▀\n♫⋆♪ ᗰᑌSIᑕ ᒪIᑎEᑌᑭ ₊˚♬\n✧ 2PM-4PM  WMSE ’s DJ ASCOT\n✧ 4PM  HANNA SIMONE\n✧ 5PM  EMMITT JAMES\n✧ 6PM  T OTALLY CASHED\n✧ 7PM  CHAPPED LIPS\n▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ ▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ \n✧ 8PM-10PM   𝘼𝙁𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙏𝙔 𝙐𝙋𝙏𝙊𝙋 𝙎𝙄𝙇 𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝘿𝙄𝙎𝘾𝙊\n▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ ▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀▄▀ \nSᗩᐯE TᕼE ᗪᗩTE  ᗰOᖇE ᗪETᗩIᒪS ᑕOᗰIᑎG SOOᑎ… \nIndeed Brewing Company53 0 South 2nd Street \nSPONSORED BY WMSE\n \n \n RSVP Here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beer Brûlée 3-8pm\n \n \n \n \n \n Experience the magic that takes place when your favorite malty beer meets the business end of a fire poker. The result? A rich\, caramelized twist on your pint that’s delicious\, warming\, and perfect for crisp autumn weather. Like magic\, but really it’s science. The flavor change that occurs in a Beer Brûlé e is thanks to the Maillard reaction – think of that distinctive taste t hat comes from browning a food\, like a roasted marshmallow or seared stea k. The compounds formed during this chemical reaction are what make bread crust taste toasty and coffee dark and roasty.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n UPTOP \n \n \n \n \n \n Silent Disco After Party UpTop from 8pm -10pm\nLimited number of headphones available\, first come first serve \n\ nEnjoy the views and brews on one of the last weekends that UpTop will be open for the season!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ind eed We Can\n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how you can enjoy Indee d in Milwaukee while helping raise money and awareness for local organizat ions doing good. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indeed\n \n \n \n \n \n Learn more about how Indeed started\, how it’s goin g now\, and where we’re headed next! LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T063101Z LOCATION:Indeed Brewing Company\, 530 SOUTH 2ND STREET\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204 URL:https://indeedbrewing.com/event/the-low-down/ X-SOURCE-NAME:indeed X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.indeedbrewing.com/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Nature Club at Sturgeon Fest FREE DTSTART:20260927T160000Z DTEND:20260927T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183431Z UID:10003857-1790506800-1790510400@riveredgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:education,family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:September 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n Free Family Nature Club \n at Sturgeon Fest! \n \n Visit the Riveredge section of Harbor Fest a nd release a Sturgeon! Family crafts and actvities will be available. Fami ly Nature Club will “hike” the fest together. Meet at the Riveredge Ed ucation Table at 11am and we will venture out together to explore the grou nds! \nFamily Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids and their families. We facilitate outdoor\, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together. \nAll ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.\nThis program is free to att end\, but donations are greatly appreciated!\nPre-registration is not requ ired\, but highly recommended. \nRegister Here \n\n \n \n \ n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registrat ion\n All ages welcome! | FreeDonations appreciated \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explo re other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183431Z LOCATION:Harbor fest\, 600 E Greenfield Ave\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 5320 4\, United States URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/family-nature-club-at-sturgeon -fest-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Riveredge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:STURGEON FEST @ Harbor Fest DTSTART:20260927T160000Z DTEND:20260927T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T063237Z UID:10003682-1790506800-1790521200@riveredgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:September 28 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm\n \n STURGEON FEST 2025 LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T063237Z URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/sturgeon-fest-harbor-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Riveredge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Harvest Fair DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005 DTSTAMP:20260730T194430Z UID:2359-1790899200-1791158399@wistatefair.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Harvest FairVisit Website for More DetailsCelebrate Harvest Fa ir’s 33rd year from October 2-4\, 2026! Enjoy live entertainment on seve ral stages\, including local artists\, Amphitheater headliners\, and the f amous lumberjack shows. Activities the entire family will love include Har vest Fair favorites like Pumpkin Bowling and Make Your Own Scarecrow. Don ’t miss food galore\, featuring many State Fair vendors\, plus shopping at the Farmers Market and more! \n\nWe’ve introducing a $5 admission fee to continue to produce a high-quality\, fun-filled\, and safe event. In a n effort to keep this event affordable for families\, all attendees 11 and under will get free admission to the fall event. We understand that this will affect how you come to Harvest Fair\, and we appreciate this communit y helping us grow such an amazing event over three decades.\n\nDates & Tim es:\nFriday\, October 2: 5pm – 11pm\nSaturday\, October 3: 10am – 11pm \nSunday\, October 4: 10am – 6pm \nAdmission Prices:\nAttendees 12 and o ver: $5\nAttendees 11 and under: FREE \nPurchase your admission tickets\, parking\, and other Harvest Fair favorites online here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T194430Z LOCATION:Wisconsin State Fair Park\, 640 S. 84th Street\, West Allis\, WI\ , 53214\, United States URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/harvest-fair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin State Fair Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lake Country Canine Carnival DTSTART:20261003T160000Z DTEND:20261003T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10001764-1791025200-1791039600@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park\, 325 Capitol Drive\, Pewaukee\, 53 072 URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/canine-carnival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest Train on the East Troy Railroad DTSTART:20261003T220000Z DTEND:20261004T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10002135-1791046800-1791054000@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:East Troy Railroad\, 2002 Church Street\, East Troy\, WI\, 53120\ , United States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/oktoberfest-train-on-the-east-troy-rai lroad-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pet Parade 2026 DTSTART:20261004T170000Z DTEND:20261004T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T181931Z UID:7333-1791115200-1791133200@bradystreet.org CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Join us on Oct. 4\, 2026 12 PM – 5 PM for the Annual Pet Par ade! \nGet ready for a paws-itively fun day as pets of all kinds take to t he streets for a beloved annual parade and celebration! \nEnjoy sidewalk s ales\, giveaways\, vendor booths\, live entertainment\, and fun photo ops throughout the day. This is a family-friendly event open to animal lovers of all ages! \nSign up for the pet contests\, including: \n\nBest Costume\ nTail Wagging Showdown\nPet & Owner Look-Alike\nBest Trick\n\nEach categor y winner will receive: \n\nBragging rights\nA feature of their animal on o ur social media pages\nA prize package\n\nThe judges will be rewarding a B EST IN SHOW prize for their favorite overall animal. The BEST IN SHOW winn er will receive the same prize package as each category winner\, along wit h an additional $100! \nLearn MoreFollow us on social media to stay tuned for more information! LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T181931Z LOCATION:Brady Street URL:https://bradystreet.org/event/pet-parade-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Brady Street X-SOURCE-URL:https://bradystreet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Milwaukee Tattoo Arts Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260814T182142Z UID:10004914-1791504000-1791763199@wcd.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Get tattooed by some of the best local\, national\, or interna tional tattoo artists. Vendors with every supply a tattoo professional cou ld need as well as vendors geared toward the tattoo enthusiast\, with ever ything from jewelry to clothing to artwork. See great sideshow entertainme nt and live human suspension to round out an amazing weekend of fun. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T182142Z LOCATION:Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance\, 405 W. Kilbourn A ve. URL:https://wcd.org/event/milwaukee-tattoo-arts-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin Center District X-SOURCE-URL:https://wcd.org/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Milwaukee Comic Con DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011 DTSTAMP:20260730T194430Z UID:7031-1791590400-1791676799@wistatefair.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Milwaukee Comic ConVisit their website for more information!Mi lwaukee Comic Con will be held in the Wisconsin Building at the State Fair Park. It will feature more vendors\, more artists\, more creators and mor e special guests with a larger floor space for fans. Fun\, affordable\, fa mily-friendly comic book convention. We specialize in brining in great loc al artists\, amazing vendors\, a few sweet guests\, and having a safe and friendly cosplay event. A comic con that puts comic forward.  \nView Admi ssion Prices on their website here. \nEvent Date & Time:\nSaturday\, Octob er 10: 10am – 4:30pm \nPlease Note:\nThere is a parking charge of $13 pe r vehicle or $10 per motorcycle to park at Wisconsin State Fair Park durin g this event. CREDIT CARD ONLY for onsite purchases. To purchase your park ing in advance\, click here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T194430Z LOCATION:Wisconsin Products Pavilion\, 640 S 84th Street\, West Allis\, Wi sconsin\, 53214 URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/milwaukee-comic-con-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin State Fair Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tattoo You/Cedar Creek Tattoo Fest DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTSTAMP:20260728T033755Z UID:5nmmcr020ojapgadn7uoe731at@google.com CATEGORIES:festival LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T033755Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Website Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.cwconventionexpo.com/event-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chinese Cultural Demonstration DTSTART:20261017T150000Z DTEND:20261017T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180549Z UID:1370@bbcmkids.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Cricket Chinese Academy is taking over the Be A Maker space fo r Studio Saturday! Learn about traditional Chinese culture through hands-o n activities including calligraphy\, chopstick challenges and festival-the med crafts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180549Z URL:https://bbcmkids.org/events/chinese-cultural-demonstration-7/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Betty Brinn Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bbcmkids.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bitchcraft Fair 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260904T000158Z UID:10001074-1792886400-1792972799@bairdcenter.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival,market DESCRIPTION:A Halloween craft fair and witch market featuring handmade art ists\, tarot readers\, mystics\, and immersive autumn experiences. Bitchcr aft summons thousands of attendees each season shop small\, celebrate the strange\, and step into something a little more magical. Come shop handmad e goods\, receive intuitive readings\, sip witch’s brew\, cocktails and meet hundreds of independent artists. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000158Z URL:https://bairdcenter.com/event/bitchcraft-fair-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Welcome to the Baird Center! X-SOURCE-URL:https://bairdcenter.com/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) DTSTART:20261030T230000Z DTEND:20261031T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T183749Z UID:10001420-1793383200-1793394000@milwaukeedomes.org CATEGORIES:arts,dance,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a spectacular celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)\, a cultural event that celebrates our deceased loved ones. \nG et Tickets \n  \n \n\n\n2025 Art Vendors: \n\nArtesanía Minga\nJoyeria D enice\nLa Familia de Arte\nMagic Pueblito\nNostalgia Xicana\nNovedades Mar ia\nNudos Rosas\n\n2025 Food Vendors: \n\nCandy’s la Chiquita\nOrenda\nP ete’s Fruit Market\nTony’s Tamales\n\n2025 Performers: \n\nDulce Duran \nDulce Ritmo by La Chiquita\nICD Dance Company by Manuel Gaona\nTodd Cisk e (Sound)\nTrio Voces de America\n\nAdmission includes: \n\nEntrance into the Domes and Greenhouse\nDance performances\nMusic\nCrafts\nLocal food an d drink for purchase\nBilingual storytimes\nLight shows\nTraditional Day o f the Dead ofrendas and decorations\n\nEvent Map & Schedule:\n \n \n \n\n\ n\nThank you to our 2025 sponsors:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in sponsoring?\nView information abo ut our sponsorship opportunities. \nContact: \nKathy Kortes \nAdvancement Director \nKKortes@MilwaukeeDomes.Org \n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in vendor and performance opportunities?\nContact: \nHolly Brockman \nSpecial Events Manager \nHBrockman@MilwaukeeDomes.Org LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T183749Z LOCATION:Mitchell Park Domes URL:https://milwaukeedomes.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos-day-of-the-dead-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Milwaukee Domes Alliance X-SOURCE-URL:https://milwaukeedomes.org/learn/adult-education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books DTSTART:20261106T220000Z DTEND:20261107T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10005261-1793980800-1793995200@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Carroll University\, 218 N East Ave\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53186\, Uni ted States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/southeast-wisconsin-festival-of-books/ 2026-11-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books DTSTART:20261107T150000Z DTEND:20261107T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062528Z UID:10005262-1794042000-1794067200@visitwaukesha.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What is there to do in Waukesha & Pewaukee on Thursday\, Frida y\, Saturday\, or Sunday\, September 3-6\, 2026? You just found a great re source to answer that question. Welcome to the Waukesha Pewaukee weekly “happenings” post featuring local events\, workshops\, and specials. ( Post updated September 2\, 2026)  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday (3) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Tap Yard Waukesha: open from 4-9pm with trivia at 6pm and Rose Mob Grill Food TruckSeason Finale – Pewauke e Lake Water Ski Club show at Lakefront Park starting at 6:30 pmInternatio nal Cabernet Day – sample Cabernet at one of the two wine bars in Waukes ha – Crush or Spring City Wine House to celebrateLive music at local bar s & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Cooking Class: Chicago Stu ffed Pizza Couple Class from 6-9pmCraft Bar Waukesha: A new DIY studio whe re you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint\, and more from the p re-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studio time Fisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio timeStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio Acotar-Fey re’s Dresser Paint & Sip from 6:30-9pmWaxed Candle Bar Experience: creat e your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday (4) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/SPECIALS Food Truck F riday at Waukesha County Airport/Crites Field with these food trucks to ch oose from: Big E’s Epic Eats\, Troublemakers’ Cocina and Mr P’s Gril led Cheese from 11am-1:30pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park from 4-9pm w ith music bingo at 6pm and Phoenix Mobile Grill Food TruckWisconsin Highla nd Games at Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 5-9pmLive music at local bars & more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa \, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wit h friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauke sha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter painting . Pick your project during open studio time.Sienna Moon: Wild Mystic: Awak ening the Elementals Workshop from 6-7:15pmStroke of Genius: Paint\, Canva s & Wine Studio with themed painting Workshop from 6:30-9pm (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own custom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday (5) \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS/S PECIALS Waukesha Farmers’ Market from 8am-12pmWisconsin Highland Games a t Waukesha Co. Expo Center from 9am-9pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park f rom 12-9pm with Pumpkin & Oktoberfest Beer Day and rock music bingo\, plus Sourdoug Pizza Food TruckHorwitz-DeRemer Planetarium shows at Retzer Natu re Center: Cosmic Colors: Adventures Along the Spectrum from 1-2pm and Pin k Floyd-The Dark Side of the Moon with three showtimes at 6\, 7:15 and 8:3 0pm (tickets needed)Live music at local bars & more/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Chef Pam’s Kitchen Hell’s Kitchen Class from 5:30-8:30pmCraft Bar Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, spa\, paint a nd more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or with friends during open studioFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Waukesha offers sip and craft workshops to get creative with woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, cra fting\, or splatter painting. Pick your project during open studio time.St roke of Genius: Paint\, Canvas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with themed pain ting (see link for details)Waxed Candle Bar Experience: create your own cu stom candle with a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger group) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday (6) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EVENTS Wisconsin Highland Games at Waukes ha Co. Expo Center from 9am-6pmFiesta del Rio at Frame Park from 12-8pmTap Yard Waukesha at Minooka Park open from 12-7pm\, featuring bingo at 4pm\, with Fall Taco Fest Food TrucksCritter Yoga with Royal Roost at KK Woods (N15W24892 Bluemound Road | Pewaukee\, WI) at 6pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOPS Craft Ba r Waukesha a new DIY studio where you can make bead projects\, memory\, sp a\, paint and more from the pre-prepared items and enjoy by yourself or wi th friends during open studio timeFisk Avenue: DIY Studio in Downtown Wauk esha offering woodworking\, epoxy pouring\, crafting\, or splatter paintin g. Pick your project during open studio time.Stroke of Genius: Paint\, Can vas & Wine Studio: Paint & Sip with specific project (see link for details )Topaz Apothecary Tea & Tranquility at 6pm guided meditation\, journaling & quiet hourWaxed Candle Bar Experience: Create your own custom candle wit h a friend or date (walk-ins welcome or make a reservation for larger grou p) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plan Ahead for September \n \n \n \n Save the dates and plan for these upcoming events and workshops in Waukesha & Pewaukee in September 2026. Sept. 9 🔹Fall Wine Tasting at Waxed Candle Co. & Candle Bar from 7-9pmSept. 9 🔹Sip & Swirl Cake Workshop at Club 400 Bar & Grill starting at 6pm\, re gistration requiredSept.10-13🔹Just Between Friends Resale Event @ Wauke sha County Expo Center (Thurs. 10am-8pm\, Fri. 9am-4pm and 5pm-8pm\, Sat. 5-8pm\; Sun. 9am-4pmSept. 11-13🔹Strong Tower Tabletop Gaming Event @ Mi lwaukee Marriott West (see link for times)Sept. 11🔹Fall Festival & Movi e in the Park @ Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 5-9pmSept 11🔹 North Pillar Next Stop Comedy show at 7 pmSept. 11-27 🔹Waukesha Civic Theatre : Moon Over Buffalo (see link for times)Sept. 12🔹 Waukesha Card Show – Pokemon/TCB non-sports @ Waukesha County Expo Center from 10am-3pmSept . 12🔹 North Pillar Brewing Oktoberfest (timing tbd)Sept. 15 🔹Waxed V inyl Music Lounge Grand Opening starting at 10am Sept. 19🔹 Waukesha Ap ple Harvest Festival @ Retzer Nature Center from 9am-4pmSept.19 🔹Clay F est at the Potter’s Shop from 10am-4pm Sept 20🔹Autumn Epoxy Afternoo n at Fisk Avenue from 1-3pm\, choose from 4 projects. Registration require d.Sept. 24 🔹 Tenuta Fanti Wine Tasting at Spring City Wine House at 7pm Sept 25-26 🔹Waukesha Oktoberfest 5-19pm\; Sat. noon – 10pmSept. 26-27 🔹Indian Summer Fall Fundraiser @ Waukesha Co. Expo Center (see link for times)Sept. 30🔹 Zeni Wine Dinner at Spring City Wine House at 7pm🔹 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062528Z LOCATION:Carroll University\, 218 N East Ave\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53186\, Uni ted States URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/event/southeast-wisconsin-festival-of-books/ 2026-11-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Waukesha Pewaukee X-SOURCE-URL:https://visitwaukesha.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Festival of Trees DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130 DTSTAMP:20260728T033755Z UID:71gr4nsv9hl3s50a32d9po7o6s@google.com CATEGORIES:festival LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T033755Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Website Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.cwconventionexpo.com/event-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Dramaworks: Short Play Festival DTSTART:20270414T050000Z DTEND:20270419T045959Z DTSTAMP:20260826T181320Z UID:10000120-1807660800-1808092799@uwm.edu CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Date & TimeWednesday–Friday\, April 14–13\, 2027 (7:30–1 0:30 p.m.)Saturday\, April 17\, 2027 (4–7 p.m.)Sunday\, April 18\, 2027 (2–5 p.m.) \n\n\nLocationTheatre Building\, Arts Center Gallery \n\n\nTh e New Dramaworks Short Play Festival is back! The UWM Department of Theatr e presents an enthralling showcase of original plays celebrating hope and resistance. Don’t miss the premiere of these brand-new works written\, d irected\, acted and produced by UWM students. \nDirected by UWM Theatre St udentsMentored by Ralph JanesCurated by Alvaro Saar Rios \n\n\n\nThe New D ramaworks Short Play Festival is presented as part of World Premiere Wisco nsin\, a state-wide festival celebrating new plays and musicals. \n\n\nIn- person Tickets\n\n\n\n\nGeneral\n$13\n\n\nSeniors 65+\, *UWM Faculty\, Sta ff & Alumni\n$11\n\n\nYouth 17 and Under\n$9\n\n\n*UWM Student\n$7\n\n\n*P SOA Student (events ONLY in your department)\nFREE\n\n\n*If you have a UWM email account\, please log in when visiting the Box Office page in order to display all UWM affiliated ticket pricing.\n \n\n\nPurchase Tickets \nV iew Program (PDF) LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T181320Z LOCATION:Arts Center Gallery\, Theatre Building 2nd Floor | 2400 E. Kenwoo d Blvd.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211 URL:https://uwm.edu/arts/event/new-dramaworks-short-play-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Peck School of the Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://uwm.edu/arts/events/category/theatre END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2027 Wisconsin State Fair\, presented by T-Mobile DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270805 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270816 DTSTAMP:20260826T001439Z UID:695-1817424000-1818374399@wistatefair.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:2027 Wisconsin State Fair\, presented by T-MobileThe 2026 Wisc onsin State Fair\, presented by T-Mobile\, will take place Thursday\, Augu st 5 – Sunday\, August 15. \nThe State Fair offers a unique experience t o all who attend and is an exceptional value with dozens of FREE entertain ment stages\, exciting rides and games\, thousands of animals\, endless fa mily activities\, events\, contests\, vendors\, and culinary delights. \nA dmission Prices:\nStay tuned for details on admission pricing at the gate or advanced deals and discounts. \nParking Prices:\nFor details on onsite parking\, please visit the State Fair Getting Here & Parking page. \nFor m ore information\, visit wistatefair.com. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T001439Z LOCATION:Wisconsin State Fair Park\, 640 S. 84th Street\, West Allis\, WI\ , 53214\, United States URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/wisconsin-state-fair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wisconsin State Fair Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/event/milwaukee-auto-show END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR