Milwaukee Weekend Events July 3-6, 2025: Your Guide to 4th of July Activities

Summerfest 2025 Final Weekend - Milwaukee's Biggest Music Festival

(Thursday 7/3, Friday 7/4, Saturday 7/5) (Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee) KID FRIENDLY The Big Gig's final weekend featuring confirmed headliners Benson Boone (July 3) and The Lumineers (July 5). Over 600 artists across 12 stages conclude the world's largest music festival. General admission starts at $30. More info

Milwaukee County Lakefront Drone Show

(Thursday 7/3, 9:15pm) (McKinley Beach & McKinley Park, Milwaukee) KID FRIENDLY A spectacular 45-minute drone show with three waves of drones (14 minutes each) featuring Milwaukee landmarks and patriotic themes. Synchronized soundtrack available for download. $20 parking, free handicapped parking on Lincoln Memorial Drive. Makeup date July 6 if needed. More info

4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza

(Friday 7/4, various times) (Multiple Milwaukee County Parks) KID FRIENDLY Fireworks displays at 9:15pm in parks citywide including: Alcott Park, Gordon Park, Humboldt Park, Jackson Park, Lake Park, Lincoln Park, Washington Park, and Wilson Park. Free admission with parades and activities throughout the day. Complete list

Glendale Independence Day Extravaganza

(Friday 7/4, 11am parade, 4-9pm activities) (Kletzsch Park, Glendale) KID FRIENDLY North Shore's biggest free celebration featuring parade, food truck festival, live music, summer activities, and fireworks at 9pm. Birthday cake giveaway and family activities all day. Event details

Jazz in the Park

(Thursday 7/3, 6pm) (Cathedral Square Park, 520 E Wells St, Milwaukee) KID FRIENDLY Free weekly outdoor concert featuring Chris Haise Band + Brady Lee. Bring blankets and chairs for Milwaukee's beloved summer tradition with food vendors on-site. Weekly schedule

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