It's the last weekend in July, and there are countless festivals and events to celebrate. Here are 10 things to do in the Milwaukee area this weekend.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Sunday, July 23 - Sunday, July 30
Miss the air show in Milwaukee this month? No worries - the AirVenture in Oshkosh is back! The air show spans the entire week, so come out and see "The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration."
Washington County Fair
Monday, July 25 - Sunday, July 30
The Washington County Fair has been rolling along all week, but you can still get in on the action this weekend! Make sure to check out the carnival, exhibits, and concerts; the fair is less than 40 minutes from Milwaukee.
Packers Training Camp
Thursday, July 27 - Saturday, July 29
Football is back! The Green and Gold hit the training camp turf for the first time this Thursday, with public practices extending throughout the weekend. Green Bay's first preseason game is Aug. 10 against Philadelphia.
German Fest
Friday, July 28 - Sunday, July 30
Milwaukee's string of cultural festivals continues this weekend with German Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park. Food, dancing, games, and activities will be abound at the festival. Friday admission is just $3 all day long.
Riverwest24
Friday, July 28 - Saturday, July 29
Join in on some cycling fun as Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood hosts a 24-hour bike race this weekend!
Brewers-Cubs at Miller Park
Friday, July 28 - Sunday, July 30
The battle for first place in the NL Central is on this weekend at Miller Park. Get out to the ballpark to experience the historic rivalry, some tailgating, and a few W's!
Brady Street Festival
Saturday, July 29
11 a.m. - midnight
Come on out, all you East Siders! The Brady Street Festival is back this Saturday, located between Farwell Ave. and Van Buren St. Four stages will be rocking with live music all day long, so make sure to stop by this Milwaukee summer staple.
Roger Waters at the BMO Harris Bradley Center
Saturday, July 29
Waters is coming to Milwaukee this weekend as part of his "Us + Them" tour. The concert will feature songs from Pink Floyd's greatest albums, as well as some new hits. Tickets are on sale now.
Milwaukee Brewfest
Saturday, July 29
Milwaukee Brewfest is back for the eighth straight year. Over 100 breweries will be at the event, including MKE Brewing Co., Lakefront Brewery, and Leinenkugel's! Advance general admission tickets cost $50, at-the-door tickets are $55.
Pabst Mansion Open House
Saturday, July 29
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
In order to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Pabst Mansion, the Pabst family is hosting an open house. Concessions will include Usinger's brats and Pabst beer.
