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Twelve things to do in the Milwaukee area for Memorial Day weekend

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Twelve things to do in the Milwaukee area for Memorial Day weekend
Posted at 5:16 PM, May 24, 2017
and last updated 2017-05-25 14:35:59-04

Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner, which means you'll need plenty of activities to keep you and your family busy. Luckily, we have you covered!

Brewers game at Miller Park
Thursday, May 25 - Sunday, May 28

The Brewers welcome the Arizona Diamondbacks to town for a four-game series at Miller Park this weekend. Come on out to the ballpark for great baseball, top-notch food, and awesome giveaways. The Brewers are giving away free shirts on Friday to the first 20,000 fans in attendance, and a Robin Yount bobblehead to all fans on Sunday.

Friday Fish Fries at Golf Clubhouses
Friday, May 26
4-8 p.m.

Continue the Wisconsin fish fry tradition with a stop at Grant and Whitnall Golf Clubhouses on Friday evening. You can also can check out the 41 best Milwaukee-area fish fries.

Happy Hour Bike Ride at CycleBar in Mequon
Friday, May 16
3-5 p.m.

Join Lakefront Brewery at the new CycleBar in Mequon for a happy hour bike ride and some El Wisco Mexican Lager!

Summer Untapped at the Micro
Friday, May 26 - Sunday, May 28

Check out the Wisconsin State Fair Park this weekend for this free event with plenty of beer! Over 60 local craft beers will be on tap with live music, daily raffles, and more available to everyone in attendance.

FootGolf
Friday, May 26 - Monday, May 29

FootGolf, a cross between soccer and golf, will open on Milwaukee County golf courses around the area on Friday. Players must bring their own ball. Depending on the course, greens fees vary from $5 to $15.

Milwaukee County Traveling Beer Garden
Friday, May 26 - Monday 29

The traveling beer garden will feature live music on Firday and Saturday, and will make its first stops at Greenfield Park and Juneau Park.

Cruisin' Car Show at Kulwicki Park
Saturday, May 27
8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The 18th Annual Cruisin' Car Show will feature all types of cars, including Model Ts from the 1920's, and Mustangs of today.

Move Live with Julianne and Derek Hough

Saturday, May 27
8 p.m.

Famous siblings Julianne and Derek Hough are coming to the Riverside Theater this weekend! Head to downtown Milwaukee to see these two take you through the journey of dance in a brand new way.

Family Kite Festival
Saturday, May 27 - Sunday, May 28

Come out to Veterans Park for the annual Family Kite Festival on Saturday and Sunday. The grand launch of over 600 kites will occur at noon, and professional kite-flying teams will perform throughout the event.

Memorial Day Laser Tag
Friday, May 26 - Monday, May 29

CMP Tactical Lazer Tag will be open all weekend, with special sessions on Monday as well. You will also get a $10 off card for the next time you come in.

Lawn Bowling Open House in Lake Park
Sunday, May 28
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The members of the Lake Park Lawn Bowls Association will host an open house on Sunday afternoon to introduce lane bowling to new players through demonstrations, followed by organized games.

Memorial Day Parade in Port Washington
Monday, May 29
10:30 a.m.

Port Washington will host their annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday morning, heading from City Hall to Veterans Park.

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