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Things to Do in Milwaukee This Weekend: July 12-14

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July 10, 2024

Things to Do in Milwaukee This Weekend: July 12-14

ALL WEEKEND | CATHEDRAL SQUARE PARK, 520 E WELLS ST

Milwaukee’s beloved celebration of French culture is back! The four-day festival, put on by the East Town Association, draws in over 250,000 visitors each year. Head to Cathedral Square for delicious food, live music, the Storm the Bastille Run/Walk and more. Ranked by National Geographic as one of the best Bastille Days celebrations in the world, this festival remains one of Milwaukee’s most festive summer celebrations.

ALL WEEKEND | SOUTHRIDGE MALL, 5300 S. 76th ST., GREENDALE

Catch one of seven shows put on by Rafael the Clown and his team of acrobats and performers. The high-flying, family-friendly shows take place on (and over) a custom-designed water stage, which holds 35,000 gallons of water, with performers tumbling and twirling.

ALL WEEKEND | SAINT DOMINIC CATHOLIC PARISH, 18255 W. CAPITOL DR.

This four-day festival is fun for the whole family, including live music, a fish fry, a 5K run/2-mile walk, bags tournament and more. Buy a ticket for the grand raffle, and you could win a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend or $25,000 cash. Find a full list of events on the parish’s website.

FRIDAY FROM NOON-1:30 P.M. | FISK AVENUE, 840 N. GRAND AVE., WAUKESHA

Fisk Avenue is hosting this workshop to teach kids how to make string art. With parental supervision, kids will be given a 10-foot by 10-foot board, string and nails to create their string-based masterpiece. After picking a shape, string color and background color, kids can bring their string masterpiece to life. Tickets are available for purchase ahead of the event, and can be found on the event’s website.

FRIDAY FROM NOON-4 P.M. | WASHINGTON PARK, 4000 W. GALENA ST.

This family-friendly outdoor event provides an afternoon of STEAM-based interactive activities for kids, along with a bike ride. Local businesses and organizations will be on-site with activities as well, including Harley Davidson, Wheel and Sprocket, Discovery World, the Urban Ecology Center and more. The fest is free to attend, but donations are accepted.

FRIDAY FROM 1-3 P.M. | KERN PARK, 3614 N. HUMBOLDT BLVD.

This volunteer event is a great opportunity to get outside and help keep Milwaukee’s riverfront clean. Event coordinators from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will be providing all the necessary clean-up supplies for the event. Sign up ahead of time on the UWM website.

FRIDAY FROM 6-9 P.M. | BAYSHORE, 5800 N. BAYSHORE DR., GLENDALE

For this week’s entertainment at Bayshore’s Sounds of Summer event, The LoveMonkeys will be taking The Yard stage with high-energy music including pop hits and reggae rhythms. Different food trucks and pop-up shops will be present at the event for an evening of fun. This event is free to attend, and if you can’t make it this week, the concert series continue every Friday until Aug. 23.

FRIDAY AT 8 P.M. | VIER NORTH 1832 E NORTH AVE

Ben Janzow is performing at this weeks Vier North Live Vibes Fridays series. His set will include classic rock anthems and original songs, and admission is free.

SATURDAY AT NOON | GATHERING PLACE RIVERWEST TAPROOM, 811 E. VIENNA AVE.

This block party hosted by Gathering Place Brewing is celebrating its sixth year anniversary. Enjoy flavors from Chillwaukee, Cita & Papa’s Place (Taste of Love), Fresh-Fast & Delicious, Hot Box Pizza and more as well as new beers from Gathering Place. A full list of vendors and added beverages can be found at the event’s Facebook page.

SATURDAY FROM NOON-MIDNIGHT | 1818 N. FARWELL AVE.

Celebrate good vibes all day at the third annual Share the Vibes Fest, promoting emerging artists and musicians, furthering STEAM education and awareness, and providing a fun environment for networking and community building. Expect an afternoon of technology workshops, musical performances, live podcasting, food, drinks and more.

SATURDAY AT 7 P.M. | MILLER VISITOR CENTER, 4251 W. STATE ST.

Milwaukee Comedy is teaming up with Miller Brewery for this night of standup. The 21+ show is headlined by Milwaukee standup Chastity Washington – and of course there will be Miller beers on tap. Tickets are available on Milwaukee Comedy’s website and should be purchased ahead of time as seating is limited.

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY | FARMHOUSE PAINT BAR AND HALL, 4507 S. SIXTH ST.

This free weekend-long event features music, food and dance in honor of the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. You’ll find interactive art pieces, painting classes and workshops, live music and food trucks.

SUNDAY FROM 6 A.M.- 2 P.M. | FIREMEN’S PARK, W65N796 WASHINGTON AVE., CEDARBURG

This popular flea market brings bargain-hunters to Cedarburg from all around the Milwaukee area four times a year, rain or shine. You’ll find a varied selection of antiques, collectibles, crafts, fine arts, pottery, fresh produce, seasonal items, sports memorabilia, architectural/industrial items, flea market items and more. Admission is free.

SUNDAY AT 6 P.M. | ANODYNE COFFEE ROASTING CO., 224 W. BRUCE ST.

Hear from student musicians at this live performance at the Walker’s Point cafe and venue – this year’s eclectic themes are pop-punk/emo, Hendrix and funk. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the show begins at 6 p.m.

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Milwaukee police chase, 15-year-old driver arrested

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January 8, 2026

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MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee police arrested a 15-year-old boy after a pursuit across the city’s north side Wednesday night.

What they’re saying:

The chase started around 9:20 p.m. MPD said officers saw a vehicle that was wanted in an armed robbery and tried to stop it near 33rd and Locust, but the driver took off.

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The chase ended roughly two miles away near 29th and Roosevelt, where the driver got out and ran. MPD said the suspect’s vehicle continued to roll and collided with another vehicle. Officers ultimately caught the 15-year-old and took him into custody.

What’s next:

Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.

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Milwaukee stabbing near 40th and McKinley; 1 wounded, 1 arrested

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January 8, 2026

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Milwaukee Police Department

MILWAUKEE – One person was taken to the hospital after a stabbing in Milwaukee on Wednesday night, Jan. 7.

What we know:

According to Milwaukee police, a 26-year-old was stabbed around 7 p.m. near 40th and McKinley.

Milwaukee police arrested a suspect on the scene.

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What you can do:

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or P3 Tips.

The Source: The information in this post was provided by the Milwaukee Police Department.

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Milwaukee man charged; officer trapped in defendant’s getaway car

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January 7, 2026

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MILWAUKEE – A 26-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of fleeing police during an arrest attempt. An officer who was present to make the arrest ended up being trapped in the backseat of the defendant’s vehicle during an attempt to flee law enforcement. The accused is Kewane Daniels – and he faces the following criminal counts:

First-degree recklessly endangering safety
False imprisonment
Operating a motor vehicle to flee or in an attempt to elude an officer
Second-degree recklessly endangering safety

Property taken, arrest attempt

What we know:

According to the criminal complaint, Milwaukee police reported to the Comfort Suites near 118th and Silver Spring after a caller indicated that “property had been taken from her by the defendant,” the complaint says. The caller indicated location data alerted her that the property was in the hotel parking lot. Daniels also had two warrants for his arrest.

The caller reached out to Daniels to come outside and meet her. Law enforcement were going to assist with arresting Daniels and getting the property back.

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The complaint indicates Daniels approached his car, and an officer followed and positioned himself behind an open rear door. He “drew his service weapon knowing that Daniels was reported to frequently be armed,” the complaint says. The officer ordered Daniels not to place the car in drive, but the complaint says Daniels ignored the orders and “accelerated in reverse in an attempt to flee (the officer).”

Arresting officer trapped in defendant’s vehicle

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The officer, who was now being forced to back pedal, “realized he could not keep up with the quickly reversing vehicle, and feared he may be overtaken and crushed beneath the auto. (The officer) stated that he had to jump into the open rear passenger’s seat in order to escape the possibility of being knocked down beneath the oncoming vehicle’s door and tires,” the complaint says.

The defendant quickly accelerated out of the hotel parking lot with the officer in the rear seat. The officer “continually ordered him to stop the car,” the complaint says. The officer stated, “Daniels fled at a high rate of speed near 90 mph east on W. Silver Spring Drive while losing control and mounting the curb several times,” the complaint says. During this entire incident, the officer said he “kept his service weapon aimed at Daniels while in the back seat. Due to the speeds and reckless driving, (the officer) could not exit the vehicle,” the complaint says.

The court filing says the officer having his firearm pointed had no effect on Daniels pulling over the vehicle. Later, he put his weapon away to try and convince Daniels that he was not in danger and to pull over the vehicle. Instead, the defendant continued fleeing and driving recklessly, the complaint says.

Defendant bails, car crashes

What we know:

Near 92nd and Birch Avenue in Milwaukee, the complaint says, “Daniels opened the driver’s door and abandoned the vehicle which was still moving at approximately 35 mph.” The officer remained trapped in the rear passenger seat of the driverless vehicle which “came to a stop when it mounted the curb, continued into a front yard, and eventually crashed into a tree,” the complaint says. It is noted that Daniels’ vehicle had the child locks engaged, so the officer was unable to exit the vehicle on his own.

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Officers in other squads quickly located Daniels. The complaint indicates the defendant was “missing footwear in extremely frigid temperatures.” His footwear was recovered in a grassy area near where he was taken into custody.

What’s next:

Online court records indicate Daniels is scheduled to make his initial appearance in Milwaukee County court on Thursday, Jan. 8.

The Source: Information in this post was provided by Wisconsin Circuit Court Access and the criminal complaint associated with this case.

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