Upcoming Events

JULY 31 - AUGUST 10, 2025 - The State Fair offers a unique experience to all who attend and is an exceptional value with dozens of FREE entertainment stages, exciting rides and games, thousands of animals, endless family activities, events, contests, vendors, and culinary delights. See wistatefair.com/fair/home for complete details.

AUGUST 23-24, 2025 - With the successful return of INDYCAR to Milwaukee in 2024, momentum is already starting to build for this year's Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend.

AUGUST 27, 2025 - Featuring live music by Boo! The Band! Wednesday Night Live is a unique, FREE, weekly summer concert series held exclusively at the Bud Pavilion.

Back to the Mile 2

Back to the Mile 2

August 29 - August 31

AUGUST 29-31, 2025 - A full weekend of road course action. Members only. For more information please see their website.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 - Featuring live music by The Glam Band! Wednesday Night Live is a unique, FREE, weekly summer concert series held exclusively at the Bud Pavilion.

Xtreme Xperience

Xtreme Xperience

September 4 - September 7

SEPTEMBER 4-7, 2025 - Drive Supercars on a Racetrack near you! We believe the world's most exciting cars should be accessible to YOU. That's why we deliver world-class driving experiences at more than 40 epic driving destinations nationwide. So that YOU can experience the adrenaline rush of racing a supercar on a racetrack with NO speed limits.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 - Featuring music from Bella Cain. Wednesday Night Live is a unique, FREE, weekly summer concert series held exclusively at the Bud Pavilion.

Milwaukee Comic Con Fall 2025

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 - The Milwaukee Comic Con is back! Milwaukee Comic Con will be at Wisconsin State Fair Park will feature more vendors, more artists, more creators, and more special guests with a larger floor space for fans.

Rally Round for Children's Wisconsin

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 - Children’s Wisconsin is excited to be honoring the 45-year legacy of Al’s Run & Walk by evolving the event into a day that offers what people loved about the original event — running, walking and coming together for a great cause — plus so much more!

Exposition Center

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 - Free and open to the public, National College Fairs are the perfect place to begin or continue your college search.

Agriculture Facilities at Wisconsin State Fair Park

World Beef Expo

September 18 - September 21

SEPTEMBER 18-21, 2025 - Join visitors from around the country for one of the Midwest's largest cattle expositions featuring over 1,000 beef cattle! World Beef Expo will feature more than two dozen breed shows and a wide variety of activities. Visitors of all ages are welcome to enjoy a weekend of fun with friends and family! All events are open and free to the public.

Wisconsin Manufacturing and Technology Show

OCTOBER 7-9, 2025 - The Wisconsin Manufacturing & Technology Show is the industry-leading Midwest manufacturing trade show–from additive manufacturing to robotics, machining centers to welding, tooling and fabricating equipment and many more technologies in between. Showcase your product or explore the best in manufacturing at this traditional Wisconsin event.

NARI Home and Remodeling Show Oct 17-19

OCTOBER 17-19, 2025 - Join us for the NARI Milwaukee Home & Remodeling Show! Meet approximately 100 home improvement and remodeling experts in person. Exhibitors are members of NARI Milwaukee, whose code of ethics pledges honesty, integrity, and responsibility.

Swim Spa, Hot Tub & Sauna Show

October 24 - October 26

October 24-26, 2025 - Largest Swim Spa, Hot Tub and Sauna show in the State. Over 40 spas on display, available for immediate delivery. Save BIG! No matter where you live, its worth the drive. Free admission.

Holiday Folk Fair International

Holiday Folk Fair International

November 21 - November 23

NOVEMBER 21-23, 2025 - A program of the International Institute of Wisconsin (IIW), Holiday Folk Fair International, America’s premiere multi-cultural festival, celebrates the cultural heritage of the people living in southeastern Wisconsin.

Wonderful World of Weddings at the Exposition Center

58th Annual Wonderful World of Weddings

January 10, 2026 - January 11, 2026

JANUARY 10-11, 2025- At The Wonderful World of Weddings, we understand that every couple is unique, and so should be their celebration. That’s why we’ve gathered the most sought-after vendors, venues, and visionary artists, all under one roof. They’re not just professionals; they’re artisans of romance, architects of celebration, and choreographers of the dance you’ll remember forever.

Pet Expo MKE

February 7, 2026

FEBRUARY 7, 2026 - Wisconsin's only charitable pet event of this magnitude! Best shopping for pets, entertainment and family fun! Meet hundreds of pets available for adoption. No personal pets allowed, service animals welcome. No live animal sales.

NARI Spring Home Improvement Show

NARI Milwaukee Spring Home Improvement Show

February 13, 2026 - February 15, 2026

FEBRUARY 13-15, 2026 - Meet over 150 home improvement and remodeling experts – all members of NARI Milwaukee, whose code of ethics pledges honesty, integrity and responsibility. Have a conversation with reliable, proven contractors to discuss your next project, get inspired and start making your vision a reality!

O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels

February 20, 2026 - February 22, 2026

FEBRUARY 20-22, 2026 - Milwaukee's annual stop on the Summit Racing Equipment Show Car Series featuring hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks and more!

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show

March 6, 2026 - March 8, 2026

MARCH 6-8, 2026 - Start your adventure at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show, where everything outdoors is celebrated, featuring outdoor and lifestyle exhibitors, demonstrations, special guests and more!

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