This weekend in West Allis, WI

Experience a lively marketplace that celebrates the creativity of Nova Scotian makers, all set amid the distinctive charm of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Explore more than 150 vendor spaces across multiple buildings, with a new building added for 2026, and discover one of a kind pottery, woodworking, glass art, textiles, home decor, jewelry, and other handmade pieces from Nova Scotian artisans and makers. Savor local flavors from food trucks available both days, along with baked treats, fudge, nuts, specialty foods, beverages, and local wines. Enjoy live music as you browse outdoor tent areas and uncover unique finds. Admission includes a weekend wristband for convenient return visits. Bringing cash is recommended. Only service dogs may enter indoor areas. For details, email Sabcreationkey50@gmail.com.

The twice-yearly GEA Child & Teen Resale returns to Greendale High School with a wide selection from more than 200 sellers, making it a convenient stop for fall and winter essentials for infants through teens, plus maternity. Expect clothing and shoes for every stage, along with winter coats, snow pants, boots, Halloween costumes, formalwear, and plenty of swim and athletic gear, including lots of cleats. The sale also features baby and toddler gear such as strollers, car seats, bouncers, cribs, portable play yards, and bassinets. Shoppers will find toys ranging from backyard climbers, exersaucers, bikes, and scooters to dolls, cars, and infant toys, as well as a large selection of books, puzzles, and both board and video games. Accessories and travel items include purses, handbags, backpacks, lunchboxes, diaper bags, and luggage. Home items round out the mix with bedroom furniture, bedding, and decor. There is no entry fee. For safety and space considerations, strollers and wagons are not permitted. Volunteers are welcome and can receive perks such as special shopping opportunities. For additional details and tips, see the event’s discussion section.

Keith Tozer and Carrie will be at the SE Wisconsin Heart & Stroke Walk and 5k Run at Henry Maier Festival Park. The event offers both a walk and a 5k run.

The Greendale Downtown Market marks its 35th year with a season-long celebration of fresh finds and community pride. Downtown becomes an open air marketplace filled with local flavor and creativity, where visitors can browse produce from area growers, artisan and handcrafted goods, small business specialties, baked treats, beverages, and ready-to-enjoy food. Nonprofits and community groups share local resources, while live music, festive activities, and anniversary surprises add to the atmosphere. Booths are set along the street with accessible sidewalks, and an accessible restroom is nearby. Municipal and street parking are available for visitors, with a reminder to keep business parking spaces clear. Many make a day of it by exploring downtown shops and cafés, enjoying the welcoming, walkable charm of Greendale.

Celebrate the close of summer with a seasonal sale featuring mums, pumpkins, and unique handmade items. Browse flowers and gourds, discover crafted pieces, and find simple touches that welcome the shift into fall.

In person or online, this gathering features meditation, a reading, group discussion, and time to socialize. Meditation instruction is available, and participants do not need a book or any previous experience. All are welcome.

At NAPA Auto Parts, this car care fair offers vehicle checkups alongside a few extra perks. Meet dogs that will be on site, take part in prize giveaways, and enjoy complimentary hot dogs.

Makers Market of Stonewood Village brings together over 70 local makers, food trucks, and music. The market is stroller friendly, making it easy for families to explore together.

Enjoy the sixteenth installment of this house practice at Buena Park West Picnic Area, featuring combat-style games for adults and children and structured roleplay modules. Food will be provided, with voluntary contributions welcome to help offset costs. Entry is free for this community gathering.

Milwaukee's Timmerman Airport hosts the 14th Annual Spot Landing Contest, a precision challenge where pilots aim to touch down as close as possible to a marked line on the runway. The closest landings earn top placement, with gift card prizes for first, second, and third. Participation is free, and a complimentary lunch is provided for all attendees. Entrants must attend a required safety briefing to be eligible to compete. Presented by Spring City Aviation and Timmerman Airport. Registration is required.

Free Harley-Davidson motorcycle demo rides are offered on the Harley-Davidson Museum campus, featuring Model Year 2026 bikes across Touring, Cruiser, Adventure Touring, and Sportster categories. Riders with a valid motorcycle endorsement can choose from a wide selection and follow a planned scenic route through the Menomonee Valley that highlights the surrounding neighborhoods. Sign-up is first come, first served, and rides are weather dependent. Riders and passengers must be 18 or older, and all participants must bring and wear full protective gear, including a helmet, eye protection, a shirt, long pants, and closed-toe shoes with a heel strap. The lineup includes options such as the CVO Road Glide ST, Street Glide Limited and Street Glide with Rockford Fosgate audio upgrades, plus Road Glide, Low Rider ST and Low Rider S, Breakout, Street Bob, Heritage Classic 114, Fat Boy, Pan America Special, Sportster S, and Nightster S. The experience is supported by H-D Insurance, Rockford Fosgate Motorcycle Audio, and Michelin Motorcycle Tires, with opportunities to compare audio systems and enter for a chance to win a set of tires. Weather updates may be shared on the H-D Museum Demos Facebook Event Page or through the museum’s general information line.

Friends of MADACC presents its biggest fundraiser of the year at Estabrook Beer Garden. Attendees can meet adoptable dogs, shop with vendors, and connect with rescue partners. The schedule includes the Walk Run Wag fun run, a pet costume contest, and raffles. Friends of MADACC merchandise will be available, with proceeds benefiting MADACC.

The World Oddities Expo returns to Milwaukee for its fourth year at the Baird Center in Exhibit Hall A, offering a roaming celebration of the unusual, the curious, and the macabre. Browse a marketplace stocked by dozens of eclectic vendors and small businesses. Experience the touring Deformed Exhibit, which presents authentic rare specimens that highlight medical anomalies. Try hands-on learning in WOE Labs with guided, beginner-friendly classes that may include taxidermy, rat skeleton articulation, or creating a miniature diorama terrarium, with offerings that can vary by city. Visit the Main Stage for live entertainment such as contortion, sideshow-inspired acts, clowns, and other surprises, along with complimentary seminars led by surprise guests. VIP and general admission options are available, and children 12 and under are admitted free.

An induction ceremony recognizes six new members of the St. Thomas More High School Alumni Hall of Fame. This Hall of Fame honors graduates of Pio Nono, Don Bosco, and Thomas More whose achievements span many fields and who exemplify the school’s mission through lives of service guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ. Honorees are Bob Burke (DB ’60), Mike Jaskulski (PN ’72), Tom Glembocki (TM ’74), Jim Wahlen (TM ’75), Joel Eul (TM ’79), and former teacher Vicki Nast. The program includes lunch followed by the formal ceremony.

Try recreational tree climbing at Fox Brook Park under the supervision of a tree climbing adventure guide. Participants use rope and saddle techniques similar to professional climbers. Ages 7 through adult are welcome. No prior experience is needed, and all equipment and instruction are provided. The cost is $49 per person. A Waukesha County Parks vehicle entry fee is not included in registration, and a daily pass or annual membership is required for park entry.

A cribbage tournament offers friendly competition while supporting a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the event help fight cancer through Relay For Life.

The Milwaukee Area Labor Council introduces Solidarity Saturdays, a monthly gathering that offers working people an open, informal space to connect. There is no formal agenda or assigned reading, just time set aside for conversation, solidarity, and fellowship. For questions, contact Andrew Wehrheim, MALC Education and Organizing Coordinator, at organize@milwaukeelabor.org.

UW-Platteville alumni gather at the ballpark for a Milwaukee Brewers game highlighted by a pregame National Anthem performed by the UW-Platteville Marching Pioneers. A $75 ticket includes unlimited brats and hot dogs, unlimited soda, two Miller beverages before the game, and a seat in section 430. There is a pregame tailgate, chances to reconnect with classmates and make new connections, and plenty of Brewers energy as the Marching Pioneers help launch the action. Capacity is limited.

This Union Arena card game event features anime-inspired battles in a three-round Swiss format. Entry is 10 dollars. Each participant receives one Union Arena Card Game Pack and earns an additional pack for every round win. A Union Arena Promotional Pack provided by Bandai is also included.

Experience an evening of movement, sound healing, and community under the full moon at Bay View Park Beach, with Lake Michigan as the backdrop. The program starts with an all levels yoga practice led by 500-hour Certified Yoga Teacher Belle Dorn, followed by a deeply restorative sound bath with Bernard Ruño of Adagio Sound Healing and Jess Burns of Mosaic Healing and Wellness. After the practices, there is time to relax, connect, and enjoy the park setting. This gathering is offered on a pay-what-you-can basis to support accessibility, with a suggested contribution of $25 to $45. Everyone is welcome regardless of ability to pay. Registration is required, and confirmation emails include details on how to donate. Community support makes this possible. The Bay View Park permit has been sponsored by Eastside Family Chiropractic, so attendee contributions go directly to the facilitators who are sharing their time, energy, and expertise. For comfort, bring a beach towel or blanket, water, and layers for the evening breeze. A yoga mat is optional. Items like a pillow, eye mask, or an extra blanket can enhance the sound bath. No prior yoga experience is needed.

Enjoy a double bill featuring The Appleseed Cast and Casket Lottery sharing the same stage. The event is open to all ages, with tickets priced at $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the show.

Dying Fetus and Sanguisugabogg headline a heavy-hitting night at The Rave/Eagles Club, with additional sets from Crowbar, Left To Suffer, and Deterioration. The show is open to all ages. Advance tickets start at $41, with prices potentially higher on the day of the show. Supporting acts may change without notice, and details are subject to change. For a smooth experience, purchase only through official outlets and avoid third-party resellers.

A joyful immersion in mantra, music, and dance comes to Milwaukee as Spirit Soul brings The Kirtan Experience on its Summer 2026 tour. Kirtan is a communal form of meditation that blends live music with the hearing and singing of sacred mantras, offering a way to ease stress and awaken peace, connection, and joy. Guided by lifelong kirtan artists and musicians, this gathering features immersive musical meditation with vibrant visuals. Expect simple, powerful mantras that are easy to follow, a welcoming space where you can sing, dance, or simply listen, and a dynamic flow that moves between quiet reflection and uplifting, energetic peaks. It is not a performance, it is a shared experience created by everyone who attends, a chance to unplug, reset, and feel alive. Rooted in a living tradition cared for over 500 years in the lineage of Sri Krishna Chaitanya, this offering is shared by a growing collective of meditators, musicians, artists, and friends from around the world. The events are free so that anyone can attend. All are welcome, and no experience, agreement, or belief is required. Many say it feels like coming home, and attendees often mention letting go of worry, feeling part of something bigger, and a heart opening sense of calm and joy. Space is limited.

Brooks And Dunn take the stage at the Resch Center in Green Bay, WI for a live performance.

Experience a live performance by 2000 and Late at Nashville North. Find the band online to learn more.

Enjoy an evening centered on West Coast Swing with two lessons offered at the same time, one for beginners and another for intermediate and advanced dancers, followed by a social dance. Admission for the dance, which includes the beginner lesson, is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Admission for the dance plus the intermediate or advanced lesson is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. An optional yearly membership is available for $30 and includes free Level 1 classes for a full year. Group classes are not progressive, drop ins are welcome, and no partner is required.

Enjoy a live tribute to Supertramp at Pabst Theater. This all-ages event presents a concert performance dedicated to the band’s music.

ValleyKil appears at Paulie's Pub and Eatery for an evening dedicated to rock and roll from start to finish.

Curly Sunday offers a dedicated curl care service for locs, designed to reset your hair for the week with clean, soft, well defined curls without any maintenance or styling. The service includes a deep cleansing shampoo, a moisturizing conditioner, and a steam treatment that enhances hydration and definition. This event is for locs only, and services for loose natural hair are not available during this time. Expect a relaxing self care experience that refreshes your locs, reduces frizz and dryness, and leaves you feeling fresh, confident, and ready for Monday.

Returning for another season at Estabrook Park, the Shorewood Farmers Market offers fresh produce, local vendors, baked treats, coffee, flowers, artisan goods, and live music. Enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere with plenty to explore.

Now in its 28th year, the Milwaukee Bead Show - FALL brings a lively marketplace of all things beady to the Greenfield Community Center. Explore a range of vendors offering beads and related supplies, then unwind in the bead lounge where you can relax, grab a bite, and work on a project before browsing again. Admission is $5, and parking is free.

Part of the Scenic Route Summer Tour, Jukebox Highway brings classic favorites and an easygoing vibe to the Greenfield Farmers Market. Shop for fresh produce and a variety of other goods while uplifting tunes set a bright, relaxed mood.

Milwaukee Aquarium Society presents its second annual Breeders Only Swap at New Berlin Ale House. This gathering centers on locally bred aquatic livestock and homegrown aquarium plants, plus cultured live foods and a limited selection of handmade items with aquatic themes. Vendors may offer fry they have raised for at least 45 days, proven pairs, trios and breeding groups, along with plants propagated in their own tanks. Imports and hard goods are not included. Lower vendor fees and mentoring are available to support first time sellers, with pricing starting at $15. Admission is cash only at the door. Please park on the east side of the building and follow posted signs to the entrance.

At the Milwaukee County Zoo, the 30th Annual Statewide Down Syndrome Awareness Walk features registration and a Family Festival with inflatables, games, prizes, raffles, and more. Raffle sales close prior to the 21 Showcase & Awards Ceremony. Afterward, attendees can pick up raffle items and head into the zoo, and families are welcome to stay and picnic.

Deer District hosts a vibrant farmers market managed by Lauryn Wynter Company with support from Deer District BID 53. Each week, more than a hundred vendors gather with farm produce, organic meats and eggs, artisan cheeses, fresh fruits and vegetables, bakery goods, handmade arts and crafts, and a wide range of ready-to-enjoy foods. Live music and ample seating create a relaxed place to snack, shop, and take a break. The Taste It Tent serves up samples of new offerings, and a dedicated area gives kids games and activities to enjoy. Nearby Deer District businesses are open for brunch or lunch to complement a day at the market. SNAP/EBT, WIC, and Senior Nutritional Vouchers are accepted.

Forks & Futures is a lively brunch fundraiser featuring dishes from six acclaimed Milwaukee chefs alongside FoodRight star student chefs. As FoodRight’s first-ever bruncheon, it takes place at The Woman’s Club of Wisconsin and spotlights flavorful plates, collaboration, and emerging culinary talent.

Grace Lutheran Church will participate in Doors Open Milwaukee 2026, welcoming visitors and offering a friendly introduction to the space with help from volunteer greeters. The team is seeking approachable volunteers to say hello and point guests in the right direction, and no prior historical knowledge is required. Multiple shifts are available across both days of the weekend. For details or to sign up, contact Paul Sherwood at (414) 791-6010 or paulsherwood3@gmail.com.

Pawtoberfest brings a pet-friendly celebration to the West Allis Farmers Market, presented by the After Hours Rotary Club of West Allis in collaboration with the City of West Allis. Attendees can sample beer from Ope! Brewing Co. and Perspective Brewing Co., choose from a variety of food trucks, browse pet-focused vendors, meet local non-profits, take part in activities for pets, and enter a drawing for a pet-centered raffle basket. The 2026 sponsors are WaterStone Bank, Exterior Pros, Connect Chiro, Chiro One Wellness - TVG-Medulla, Emma Loves Dogs, and NutriSource. Participating non-profits include Chained Dogs MKE Inc., Saving Sadie, Inc., Friends of MADACC, Roxz's Resources & Awareness, Inc., Lucky Mutts Rescue, Inc., HOPE Safehouse, Urban Cat Coalition, Stepping Stone Farms, and Labrador Education and Rescue Network. Food and drink will be available from Baked N Loaded Spud Wagon, Ope! Brewing Co., Perspective Brewing Co., Lola's Empanadas, Taqueria la vecindad, Smokin Jack's BBQ, Fruity Fusions, Blue Badger Confections, Rescued Roasters, and Knights Popcorn. Additional shopping comes from MB's crafts, Woof N Wear, ALT Dog Run LLC, E&G's Tail Waggers, Creations by Kalamae, Nik Nacks, Chain & Charm, Margie’s Sew Happy, T&D Essentials, Laughing Dawg Studio, Nova Beadz, Woofie's of Greendale-Waukesha, Abby Home, Sam’s Purrfect Scents, Papa D's Bones, and Kitten Crochet 'N Such.

Explore the Fall Into Shopping Fair with free admission for all shoppers. This market spans both indoor and outdoor spaces and features up to 20 vendors. Vendor opportunities are available for those interested in participating.

Mermaid Echo teams up with Mr. Larkin at UWM School of Freshwater Sciences for an educational presentation inside a 750 gallon traveling mermaid tank during Harbor Fest.

Families can enjoy a dining special where guests age 12 and under receive a complimentary kids entrée, valued up to $15, with the purchase of an adult entrée. The offer is limited to one free kids meal per adult meal purchased. It cannot be combined with other promotions, specials, or dip certificates, and it is not available on holidays.

Free round-trip shuttles for every Brewers home game operate from Jack's. Service begins two hours before first pitch and runs until the end of the second inning, with pickups scheduled 30 minutes after the game ends. Rides are free with a food or drink purchase.

A friendly, no-cost jam for mountain dulcimers and other acoustic string instruments takes place at Hales Corners Library with members of the Dulcimers and Stuff club. Expect folk, fiddle, and old-time tunes, with mountain dulcimers typically in DAD tuning and most selections in the key of D. Music is provided in standard notation, dulcimer tablature, and chords. Participants are encouraged to bring Stephen Seifert’s Join the Jam 1 book if they have it, along with a capo. The gathering starts with a beginner mini-session covering essentials like tuning, strumming, basic chords, and a relaxed run-through of a few tunes. A faster jam follows, where players choose pieces from the provided books and repeat them several times. All experience levels are welcome, and the public is welcome to listen. The jam meets in the library’s lower level, with parking available in the lower lot that has a separate entrance a little south of the main lot. Arriving about ten minutes early is recommended.

DJ Redd starts things off with a lesson, then the floor opens for dancing. Expect line dances to a mix of classic and current country along with pop and more. Newcomers are welcome.

A full moon beach yoga tradition in Milwaukee invites a large community to gather along the Lake Michigan shoreline for an evening of movement, breathwork, meditation, music, and connection beneath the sunset and moonlight. Hosted by Tribal Yoga School and Girls Who Walk MKE, this 90-minute guided experience weaves Himalayan breathwork, mindful movement, meditation, and music to help participants slow down, reconnect, and reset. Open to all ages, genders, and experience levels. The gathering operates on donations, allowing each person to contribute an amount that feels right and helping keep the series accessible to everyone. Advance registration is required. Bring a yoga mat, beach towel, or blanket, and look for themes announced ahead of each event. This edition celebrates the Harvest Moon as part of an ongoing full moon series.

Mamma Mia! brings a sun-soaked Greek island to life as a bride-to-be searches for the father she has never met. On the night before her wedding, three men from her mother’s past return to the island they last visited decades earlier, opening the door to discoveries about love, friendship, and identity. The story unfolds through the timeless songs of ABBA, creating a feel-good experience that has captivated audiences around the world for more than 25 years.

Ed Larson appears for a single-night performance at The Laughing Tap. He is a co-host of the internationally popular podcast Last Podcast on the Left and also co-hosts The Brighter Side. His background includes writing for the Comedy Central Roasts and for Jeff Ross, with credits on Bumping Mics, Historical Roasts on Netflix, and the roasts of Justin Bieber, Alec Baldwin, and Bruce Willis. This is a special engagement, so discounts, promotions, and vouchers are not accepted. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.

Bleachers performs live at Landmark Credit Union Live in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This event features the band on stage for an in-person show at the venue.

Vivarium in Milwaukee hosts a special night celebrating Bahamian music with a performance by Bahamas. Expect engaging songs and soulful melodies throughout this live musical experience.