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10 things to do in the Milwaukee area this weekend

A busy weekend around southeastern Wisconsin
Posted at 3:41 PM, Jul 13, 2017
and last updated 2017-07-13 16:43:55-04

Milwaukee summer keeps on chugging along.

Here is a complete list of the best events in southeastern Wisconsin that you need to check out!

Bastille Days
Thursday, July 13 - Sunday, July 16

The annual French festival returns to the East Side this weekend. Pop over to Cathedral Square for some fantastic food and wine, and check out the phenomenal 43-foot Eiffel Tower replica. The event kicks off with the Bastille Day run on Thursday.

Moonlit Movies in Oconomowoc
Thursday, July 13
5-10 p.m.

Head on over to Oconomowoc for Moonlit Movies at Fowler Park. The biannual event has contests, games, live music, and food, along with the animated hit, "Sing."

Tapas & Taps at Three Lions Pub in Shorewood
Thursday, July 13
6-9 p.m.

Three Lions Pub will host Tapas & Taps this Thursday night. Third Space Brewing will take over six taps, and will be paired with six tapas for the evening.

South Shore Frolics
Friday, July 14 - Sunday, July 16

Now in its 68th year, the Bay View Lions Club presents the South Shore Frolics, an annual event filled with games, bands, fish fry, and art and car shows.

Brewers-Phillies weekend series
Friday, July 14 - Sunday, July 16

Cheer on your first place Brew Crew as the team celebrates the 1982 AL Championship squad! On Friday, the Brewers will give away a Paul Molitor t-shirt jersey, followed by a players reunion on Saturday, and a 1982 AL Championship replica ring giveaway on Sunday.

Port Washington Fish Day
Saturday, July 15
10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Dubbed "The World's Largest Outdoor One-Day Fish Fry," Port Washington has put together an event that combines a run/walk with live music, a parade, fireworks, and more.

Ice Cream Day 5K
Saturday, July 15

This Saturday is National Ice Cream Day, and the Wisconsin Club couldn't make it any easier for you to participate. Register online for just $17, go for a 5K run anywhere you choose, and report your finishing time. All proceeds go to Operation Smile in an effort to help every child suffering from a cleft palate.

Midsummer Festival of the Arts in Sheboygan
Saturday, July 15 - Sunday, July 16

Sheboygan is hosting the 47th annual Midsummer Festival of the Arts this weekend, featuring 135 artists, live music, food, and workshops.

Milwaukee Air & Water Show
Saturday, July 15 - Sunday, July 16

The legendary U.S. Navy Blue Angels will return to the Milwaukee lakefront this weekend as part of the annual Air & Water Show. They will be joined by several performing groups, including the U.S. Army Golden Knights.

Maxwell Street Days in Cedarburg
Sunday, July 16
6 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Four times a year, Cedarburg puts on a massive flea market; Sunday is one of those days. Head on over to see what 650 vendors have in store for you!