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Alterra at the Lake Music |
1701 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive |
Musica del Lago Latin Music Series starts at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy a cup of java and something to snack on. Watch the traffic on Lincoln Memorial Drive, connect with friends and relax! If show needs to be cancelled due to inclement weather, check their website. |
414-223-4551 |
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Bayshore Town Center Concerts |
5800 N. Bayshore Dr. |
Bring lawn charis or blankets and enjoy the music, sometimes twice on the performance day. There is a large selection of eateries to choose from for a snack or meal before or after the show. |
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Café Sopra Mare |
Villa Terrace |
Held in the Mercury Courtyard from 10:30 - 12:30 |
414-271-3656 |
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Civic Plaza Concert Series |
Civic Plaza |
Some concerts are at, others from 7:00-8:15 - see detailed listing |
262-796-6675 |
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Courtyard Music Series |
Italian Conference Center |
Various musical offerings beginning at 6:30. Food and drink available. Held indoors if weather is inclement. No carry-ins. Free parking south side of building |
414-223-2800 |
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Courtyard at Alverno |
3400 South 43rd Street |
While this is not music - it is outside entertainment and is free. However, you must reserve tickets ahead of time. They're going fast, so log on and reserve by going to Alverno's website and clicking on "News and Events". |
414-382-6000 |
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East Town Farm Market Concerts |
Cathedral Square Park 770 N. Jefferson |
Held in conjunction with the weekly farmers market - from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. On Saturdays without a concert enjoy other events. |
414-271-1416 |
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East Town Tuesdays |
Cathedral Square Park 770 N. Jefferson |
Enjoy music and more on Tuesdays, as the park’s green space will be open for games. End your work day with a game of bean bag toss or bocce ball; you can check-out the supplies you’ll need from the East Town tent. Grab fresh produce and flowers to take home or a bite to eat and a glass of wine to enjoy in the park. |
414-271-1416 |
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Franklin Park Concerts |
Lion Legends Park |
Concerts are held in the bandshell at Lion Legends Park and go until 3:00 p.m. |
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Franciscan Villa |
3601 South Chicago Ave |
These concerts are brought to the Franciscan Villa courtesy of the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center. Performances are from 5:30 - 7:00. |
414-765-5005 |
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Freeman's Friday Night Live |
Downtown Waukesha |
Lots of fun and music to be had in downtown Waukesha on Friday evenings! Enjoy bands and songs at seven different stages in the downtown area. |
262-549-6154 |
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Gazebo Concert Series |
Greendale Gazebo Park Corner of Broad & Schoolway |
Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, etc. Concerts usually last 1.5 hours. In the event of rain concerts are held at Greendale Middle School |
414-423-2100 |
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Hubbard Park Concerts |
Hubbard Park |
Bands play until 8:30. Come as early as 5:00 p.m. to enjoy available food and beverages. Feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair, and your own dinner and drinks; however, alcohol carry-ins are not allowed. Due to construction on Capitol Drive it may be easier to get to the park via Newton or Menlo. |
414-962-7002 |
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Jazz in Cutler Park |
Les Paul Bandshell |
Band plays until 9:00. Lots of different music. Bring your own blanket/chair/picnic dinner, if you wish. Check website for inclement weather info |
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Jazz in the Park |
Cathedral Square Park 770 N. Jefferson |
Jazz acts. Picnic tables available but hard to get - bring your own blanket/chair. Lots of food and beverages available, many bring their own simple or lavish spreads. |
414-271-1416 |
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Civic Band Concerts |
Les Paul Bandshell |
Pick up something to eat at a local restaurant and listen to music for an hour between 8:00-9:00 |
262-549-6154 |
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Live @ The Lakefront |
Milw. Rotary Amphitheater |
Enjoy an evening of live music at our beautiful Lake Michigan and Discovery World. Music plays until 9:00 pm. Food and beverage available from Bartolotta's. If weather is inclement, concert will be held indoors at Discovery World |
414-765-9966 |
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Milwaukee Country Parks |
See Music List |
The park locations are listed with the listing. Bring blankets, lawn chair, food as you wish. The parks are: Boerner, Clarke, Columbus, Dineen, Enderis, Gordon, Grant, LaFollette, McGovern, Mitchell, Sheridan, Sherman, and Washington. |
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Movies in County Parks |
Various |
Movies are fun and suitable for kids. Bring blankets/chairs/food/beverages. Typically, movies will start at about dusk. For more information click on "Family Flicks" on the country parks website. |
414-276-6696 |
www.countyparks.com |
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Music in the Glen |
5910 N. Milwaukee River Parkway -Glendale |
Note that the June 29 show with the Kids from Wisconsin is at the Whitefish Bay HS Auditorium.. Bring your picnic basket, blanket, and lawn chairs to concerts at 7:00 pm for best seating. For the latest rain site information, call after 4:00 pm on concert day. |
414-228-1706 |
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Musical Mondays |
Lake Park at Kenwood & Lake Park Blvd. |
Mix of music, playing until 8:00 p.m. Chairs available as are picnic tables. Lawn area available to put your own chair. Parking can be a challenge, arrive by other means, if possible. Rain site is outside community room near Grand Staircase. Bring your own food or order box dinners from Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro (962-6300) |
414-962-1680 |
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River Rhythms |
Pere Marquette Park - on 3rd and Kilbourn |
Regional acts - great music variety. Bands play until 9:00. Picnic tables available or bring blankets and lawn chairs. Food and beverages available from local restaurants, or bring your own. |
414-276-6696 |
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Sarah Chudnow Campus Concert Series |
10995 N. Market Street |
All concerts are at the Sarah Chudnow Campus Senior Living Facility Music plays until 8:00 p.m. |
262-478-1500 |
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Skyline Music |
Kadish Park |
This location is in Riverwest on North Avenue between Holton and Humboldt. Music plays until 8:00 p.m. |
414-263-8383 |
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Sounds of Summer-Whitefish Bay |
Hollywood and Silver Spring Drive |
Three different bands will entertain beginning at 5:30 p.m. This is a street festival with food and refreshments available. Bring your own blanket/chair, eats and drinks, Good place to see your neighbors |
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South Milwaukee Performing Arts Summer Concert Series |
Farmer's Market |
This is a Farmer's Market and so much more - food, art, and jewelry! Depending on the artists, music will begin either at 4:30 or 5:30 and play until 6:30 or 7:00 p.m. |
414-766-5049 |
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Summer Arts in the Park |
Wis. Lutheran College 8800 W. Bluemound Rd. |
Concerts in the courtyard at 89th Street between Bluemound Rd and Wisc. Ave. Food/drink available at 5:00 p.m. or bring your own. Also bring own lawn chair or blanket. Held indoors if raining. Alcohol-free campus. |
414-443-8802 |
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Summer Sounds - Cedarburg |
Cedar Creek Park |
Food available at 6:00 p.m.,music starts at 6:30. Some bands may play until 10:00 p.m. |
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Tosa Tonight Summer Concert Series |
Southwest corner of 68th and State Streets in the Wauwatosa Village. |
These concerts are at the new Rotary Performance Pavilion. While you may bring your own food and beverages, the organizers would like you to know that fantastic variety of mouthwatering food and refreshing beverages are available at every show. Rain site location: Muellner Bldg in Hart Prk, 72nd and State. |
414-708-2415 |
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Trimborn Farm Ethnic Concert Series |
8881 W. Grange Ave |
Concerts are free but a donation of $10 gratefully accepted. Music plays until 8:00 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase or bring your own. |
414-529-7744 |
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Waterfront Wednesdays Concert Series |
Lakefront Park |
All concerts are at the Beachhouse on Pewaukee Lake. Music plays 6:00-9:00. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner. Enjoy the music and the lovely waterfront. |
262-695-9735 |
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Wednesday Night Live - State Fair |
WI State Fair Park - Central Mall/Budweiser Music Pavillion - 81st & Greenfield |
Food and drinks available after 5:30 PM. Music plays from 6:30-10:30 pm No carry ins allowed. Parking $5.00 |
414-266-7300 |
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Westown Farmer's Market |
Zeidler Union Square |
Concerts are from 11:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. The Farmer's Market is open from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Buy your lunch on site or bring your own |
414-276-6696 |
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Wilson Center Starry Nights Outdoor Performances |
Sharon Lynn Wilson Center for the Arts |
Held at the Sharon Lynn Wilson Center for the Arts |
262-781-9470 |
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Wonderful Wednesdays |
Lake Park at Kenwood & Lake Park Blvd. |
This is just a one hour concert beginning at 6:30 - bring the kids. Chairs available as are picnic tables. Lawn area available to put your own chair. Parking can be a challenge, arrive by other means, if possible or park near Lake Park Bistro and walk to the concert location. Rain site is outside community room near Grand Staircase. Bring your own food or order box dinners from Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro (962-6300) |
414-962-1680 |
