Experience Wisconsin

Music at the Pavilion - The Britins
2026-08-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Firemen’s Park, 7400 Lee Strett, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
This summer, Germantown will hold its largest outdoor concert series. Music at the Pavilion is a free event featuring live music, a beer garden and local food vendors. In 2025, over 15,000 guests attended the 6-part concert series at Germantown’s Firemen’s Park.

Old World Wisconsin: Kids Get in Free
2026-08-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-08 10:00 - 16:00 | WI
Time to Explore! Kids Get in Free at Old World
Ready to treat your little explorers to a day spent traveling through the past? Take your children to Old World Wisconsin during Kids Get in Free days and show them the wonders of 1800s and early 1900s life at no cost! Each Wednesday from June 11 to August 20, get lost exploring 1800s homes, farms, storefronts and workshops, play early yard and tabletop games, meet heritage breed animals, watch—or ride—historic high-wheel tricycles, try your hand at tasks like egg collecting and butter making, explore the nature trails of the Kettle Moraine Forest, see the village blacksmith work sparks at the forge and more.

National Mustard Day Festival
2026-08-01 00:00 | Downtown Middleton, Middleton, WI, United States
The National Mustard Day Festival in Middleton is a celebration of “America’s favorite condiment” and a day of quirky fun for mustard lovers everywhere. Celebrated the first Saturday of August, thousands join the National Mustard Museum in Downtown Middleton for family-friendly games, food vendors, live music, and of course, MUSTARD!
Middleton takes National Mustard Day quite seriously. As home to the National Mustard Museum and National Mustard Day, it is no wonder why this day is marked on everyone’s calendar.
The next National Mustard Day will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, and festivities include closing Hubbard Avenue downtown in front of the museum and gift shop and filling the street with mustard, brat and pretzel vendors; mustard-themed family-friendly games; kids’ activities like a bouncy house and balloon animals; and a stage with live music all afternoon.

Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical
2026-07-26 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-25 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-24 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-07-19 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-18 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Schauer Arts Center, 147 N. Rural Street, Hartford, WI, 53027, United States
Witness legendary masterpiece Roald Dahl’s MATILDA The Musical live on stage in Hartford. MATILDA tells the inspiring story of an extraordinary little girl who uses her sharp wit, vivid imagination, and mind-bending powers to fight back against her cruel family and the terrifying Miss Trunchbull.
Packed with high-energy dance tracks and an unforgettable star, MATILDA is a joyous triumph of one girl’s fight for what’s right.
Weekend 1:
Fri July 17 at 7pm
Sat July 18 at 2pm
Sun July 19 at 2pm
Weekend 2:
Fri July 24 at 7pm
Sat July 25 at 2pm
Sun July 26 at 2pm

17th Annual Art Auction
2026-07-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Big Easel Gallery and Bistro, 1784 Maple Ave., Wabeno, WI, United States
Featuring local Northeast Wisconsin and Nationally recognized artists. View auction items and meet the artists at noon. Auction begins at 1pm. Sponsored by the Big Easel Gallery and Bistro

St. Croix RiverFest
2026-07-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-24 10:00 - 23:30, 2026-07-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Lakefront Park Bandshell, 505 1st Street, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
The 14th annual RiverFest is set for July 22 – 25, 2026, in Hudson. This family-friendly, community event celebrates the Lower St. Croix River while taking action to preserve its water quality and scenic beauty to benefit our lifestyles and our tourism businesses. Hudson’s St. Croix RiverFest offers several activities during the four-day celebration.

Cider Markets
2026-07-25 11:00 - 21:00 | Hidden Cave Cidery, 2500 Pleasant View Road, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Introducing a new event series coming to Middleton in 2026 – Cider Markets.
Shop makers with a glass of ice-cold hard cider in hand, all on the grounds of the popular Hidden Cave Cidery. This quaint Middleton location features a cozy taproom, as well as a curated outdoor space.
Expect a full-day of events that include shopping in the morning and afternoon, interactive crafting experiences, live music and games in the evening, and all the food and cider you can eat! These are ALL AGES, family-friendly events, free to the public with no tickets needed to come and enjoy the fun! You only pay for the items you want to buy from vendors, and the drinks or food you want to consume.
This event will be held multiple times throughout the summer. Dates include:
-March 28
-April 25
-May 23
-June 27
-July 25
-Aug. 22

37th Annual St Mary of the Hill Antique and Flea Market
2026-07-25 | St Mary of the Hill Parish on the grounds of Holy Hill, 1515 Carmel Road, Hubertus, WI, 53033, United States
37th Annual Antique and Flea Market by St Mary of the Hill Parish. Held on the beautiful grounds of the Basilica of Holy Hill, 1515 Carmel Road, Hubertus, WI 53033. Come make this a yearly tradition!
Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 7am-3pm
We have over 250 vendor spots to browse though.
*Including: Antique, flea market and good quality garage/rummage items; Boutique area, plant sale, and bake sale
Parking: $2 cash only (covers parking and admission fee)
($20 for early bird shopping before 630am)
No pets allowed (only licensed service dogs allowed)

Middleton Night Market
2026-07-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Stone Horse Green, 7550 Hubbard Avenue, Middleton, WI, United States
The new Middleton Night Market transforms Stone Horse Green into a lively, open-air gathering on the fourth Thursday of each month from May through September.
From 5 to 9 p.m., closed streets along the south and west sides of 7550 Hubbard Ave. fill with energy, local flavor and live music on the Stone Horse Green stage.
Catch it May 28, June 25, July 23, August 27 and September 24 in Middleton, Wisconsin.
Music schedule:
May 28, La Combi
June 25, Rare Element
July 23, Madison Mystery Tour
August 27, WURK
September 24, TBA

APFC Milwaukee Fight Night
2026-07-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Landmark Credit Union Live, 1051 N. Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States

Historic Downtown Middleton Stroll ‘N Tell
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Rowley House Museum, 7410 Hubbard Ave, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Step into the past and learn about Middleton’s history by taking a stroll with retired City Administrator and former Middleton Area Historical Society board member Mike Davis. There are several Stroll ‘N Tell’s throughout the summer, all from 10 a.m. – 11:45 a.m (full list of dates below).
The tours are leisurely strolls and are free. All will start from and end at the Rowley House, 7410 Hubbard Avenue (on-street parking available), which will be open at least one-half hour prior to stroll time. Strollers should anticipate a 1-hour and 45-minute tour.
Saturday Stroll ‘N Tell Dates:
– June 20
– July 18
– Aug. 15
– Sept. 12
– Oct. 3
– Oct. 31

The Fray with Dashboard Confessional
2026-07-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Landmark Credit Union Live, 1051 N. Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Multi-Platinum band The Fray announces the Summer of Light Tour, featuring special guests Dashboard Confessional and Colony House, will come to Milwaukee on July 16.
“We have such great memories of touring in the summer. The vibe for us and for the fans is something that we’ve all really connected with and had a good time with over the history of The Fray,” Wysocki says. “Getting these new songs in front of people is going to be exciting.”
The tour supports The Fray’s upcoming album, A Light That Waits, arriving March 13. The record marks the band’s first full-length release in years and ushers in a renewed creative chapter defined by emotional clarity, cinematic songwriting, and the timeless sound that has connected The Fray to fans around the world for more than two decades. The album’s title track, “A Light That Waits,” is available now, offering a powerful first look at the band’s next era.

Music at the Pavilion - The 5 Card Studs
2026-07-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Firemen’s Park, 7400 Lee Strett, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States

Bluegrass Jam Camp with Larry Kernagis
2026-07-12 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Holiday Inn Express – Middleton, 8353 Murphy Dr., Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Join Larry Kernagis for Wernick Method Jam Camp, July 10 – 12, at the Holiday Inn Express in Middleton.
Learn to jam with people like you

Hands-on instruction in small groups (backup, soloing, leading songs, harmony)
Standard bluegrass songs and etiquette
All levels welcome and accommodated
Friendly supportive teaching

The only requirement is that students must have the ability to tune their instrument and change smoothly between G, C, D, and A (or the notes that work on bass and fiddle).
Times:
– Friday 5-9 pm
– Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
– Sunday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

EAA Chapter 93 Pancake Breakfast
2026-07-12 07:30 - 12:00 | Morey Airplane Company, 8300 Airport Road, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Join EAA Chapter 93 and Morey Airplane Company at their annual pancake breakfast on July 12, 2026.
This event will take place at the Middleton Municipal Airport and will offer all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, cinnamon rolls, coffee, milk, orange juice and apple sauce. In addition to a delicious breakfast, planes and first responders’ vehicles will be on display. This event serves as a yearly fundraiser for several aviation-related sponsorships that this chapter awards each year. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, explore aircraft up close, and meet local pilots — all while supporting youth aviation programs and community engagement in flight education.
Meal donations are $12 for adults and $6 for children. The event will happen rain or shine.

Party on the Pond
2026-07-03 16:30 - 21:00 | Green Lake Town Square Community Center, 492 Hill Street, Green Lake, WI, 54941, United States
Kick off your Independence Day celebrations with Town Square’s Party on the Pond—a free community tradition filled with live music, food from J’s BBQ, drinks, and summer fun on the Mill Pond Terrace.
Bring your lawn chairs, gather your friends and family, and settle in for an evening by the water in the heart of downtown Green Lake. The festivities begin at 4:30 pm with live music from Ariana & Oliver, setting the perfect laid-back summer vibe.
At 7:00 pm, the energy turns up with Best Practice, a crowd-favorite cover band known for high-energy performances, top-40 hits, and dance-worthy party favorites. (Learn more at bestpractice5.com.)
Gather your friends, bring the family, and celebrate community under the summer sky. See you at the pond!
