Wisconsin summer things to do guide: concerts, festivals, beer gardens, state parks, camping
What's the latest on happening in Wisconsin this summer? We've got you covered with summer activities in Wisconsin from beaches and state parks to festivals, beer gardens and more.
Wisconsin outdoor activities: State parks, camping, summer tourist attractions
100 things to do in Wisconsin in the summer: From outdoor adventures to historical sites, there's something for every interest on this list.
10 of the best Wisconsin state parks to visit this summer: From popular hot spots like Devil's Lake to hard-to-get-to gems like Rock Island, the state is packed with parks to visit in the summer.
Wisconsin's least popular state parks offer more than a quiet experience away from crowds: If you're craving a quieter getaway, these less-popular state parks offer unique natural, and in some cases historical, experiences, without the crowds.
12 places to camp along water in Wisconsin: With 15,000 lakes and more than 84,000 miles of rivers, that's plenty of prime real estate for camping.
Where to find last-minute campsites in Wisconsin, from non-reservable sites to dispersed camping: In the busy summer months, camping reservations can get booked quickly, but here are some options for last-minute sites.
8 places to go backpacking in Wisconsin: Experience a slice of nature without anyone else around on these backpacking trails.
Hike past abandoned buildings, ruins, old cars and more on these Wisconsin trails: Don't forget your camera as you hike past unique sights on these trails.
Wisconsin travel, beaches and sights
Wisconsin bucket list: 20 things you have to do, from Devil's Lake State Park to visiting Lambeau Field and the Apostle Islands to Holy Hill: Every Wisconsinite should put these 20 quintessential places on their must-visit list.
Here are beaches you can visit in the Milwaukee area and other parts of southeastern Wisconsin this summer: The state has more than 1,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline and more than 15,000 inland lakes that offer plenty of space to relax and swim safely distanced from others.
Dells bucket list: 15 things you have to do in Wisconsin Dells beyond water parks: It’s not a visit to Wisconsin Dells without seeing the actual dells. Take a duck boat ride over land and water and make a stop to see the Witches Gulch.
Here's where you can stay on an island in Wisconsin: It’s not exactly a Caribbean island experience, but it is a very Wisconsin island experience — and it’s not the only one you can have in the state. Here are some other places you can camp or stay on in an island in Wisconsin.
8 scenic and historical train rides in Wisconsin: Scenic drives are great, but for a more unique and historic way to see Wisconsin landscapes, there's an old kid on the block: a scenic train ride.
Visit 15 of Wisconsin's best state parks on this 9-day road trip, including Devil's Lake, Copper Falls and Peninsula: Make the most of all the natural wonders Wisconsin has to offer with this 9-day adventure highlighting the best state parks.
You can visit these 16 national park sites in the Midwest on a tank of gas from Milwaukee, Wisconsin: While national park sites out West might get more attention, the Midwest has its own gems, including the country's only national lakeshores.
Door County bucket list: 15 things you have to do on the peninsula, including fish boils, wineries and more: From fish boils to the Cana Island Lighthouse, check these things off your Door County bucket list on your next visit.
Music, fairs, festivals, concerts, movies and arts
Your guide to weekly free outdoor music concerts in the Milwaukee area for 2022: Free outdoor music concerts are returning this summer to the Milwaukee area every day of the week. Picnicking is allowed at some locations, while others have food and beverage available for purchase.
From Kendrick Lamar to Lil Wayne, Mötley Crüe to Maren Morris, these are the 20 top concerts in Milwaukee this summer: Finally, for the first time since 2019, Milwaukee will have a full summer of concerts. From outdoor festival parks to smaller theaters and arenas, here are the top 20 concerts you can't miss.
Where you can find free outdoor movies in the Milwaukee area this summer (and where you can still find drive-in movies): Choose from a variety of outdoor movie experiences, including monthly offerings at Veteran's Park and the Milwaukee Bike-In Movie Series.
Summerfest in Milwaukee reveals full 2022 lineup: Milwaukee's biggest music festival of the season includes top headliners like Lil Wayne, Backstreet Boys and Halsey.
Here's a look at Summerfest's new foods, drinks and merchandise for 2022: New food vendors at Summerfest include various Mexican offerings, Lou Malnati's deep dish pizza and Pete's Pops frozen treats.
Wisconsin State Fair 2022: Tesla with Fuel complete main stage lineup: The Wisconsin State Fair returns Aug. 4 to 14 with all of the other main stage shows previously announced. The two other main headliners are Kansas with Asia and Brett Young.
Outdoor farmers markets, gardens, community festivals and beer gardens
When and where the Milwaukee area's summer festivals and fairs are happening in 2022: Finally, a proper summer in Milwaukee is back with festivals and fairs happening nearly every weekend this season.
Milwaukee-area garden tours are greening up for visitors in 2022: Several exceptional garden tours are on display this year with a variety of unique events. View life-sized statues of Victorian women or traverse through herb gardens.
A guide to Milwaukee area farmers markets in 2022: Dozens of Milwaukee-area farmers markets are preparing for their seasons. Shoppers will find more of the activities that markets had before the pandemic struck in 2020.
Milwaukee-area beer garden guide in 2022: These Milwaukee-area breweries offer great outdoor spaces to enjoy a beer this summer.
Summer things to do with kids
Here’s a list of church and community fairs and festivals in the Milwaukee area in summer 2022: Family-friendly activities all around with church and community-led fairs around the Milwaukee area.
Here are fun things to do with your kids this summer in the Milwaukee area: Plan a daytime outing at the zoo or at a fun splash pad. Sign up for your local library's summer reading program. In addition to keeping track of the books your kids read, they can attend fun events like outdoor story times and Lego-buildings.
Playground, fountain, dogs, music: here's what kids can do at Milwaukee's summer festivals: For a lot of Milwaukee families, Summerfest itself isn't a destination unless they have a babysitter. But there are kid-friendly things to do at festivals on the Summerfest grounds like the Elizabeth "Bo" Black Family Fountain and a large playground.
Summer is here, COVID is still around and your kids are too young to get vaccinated. Here are 100 things to do with them: Some parents may still be wary of crowded activities with small children. Here are 100 fun things to do to still have fun this summer.
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