August 2025 North Shore Milwaukee Events

The annual Sprecher Root Beer Bash takes place on Saturday, August 2, 2025

Summer’s not over yet! There’s still plenty to do in the month of August throughout Milwaukee’s North Shore. Here’s the August 2025 North Shore Family Adventures Event Guide, categorized by city or village:

Shorewood

Shorewood Farmers Market

Sundays (August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2025; 9:30 am–1:30 pm) at Estabrook Park.
A weekly gathering featuring farm-fresh produce, baked goods, and local artisan crafts. Family-friendly with food vendors, music, and open park space to relax.

Whitefish Bay

Whitefish Bay Farmers Market

Saturdays (August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025; 9 am–1 pm) at 325 E. Silver Spring Drive.
Weekly market offering local produce, baked goods, fresh flowers, and crafts, with live music and community spirit.

Tasty Tuesday Farm Stand

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 (3–6 pm) at Schoolhouse Park.
Pop-up market with local produce, convenient for after-school shopping. Includes tasting activities for kids.

Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation Ice Cream Social

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 (6–8 pm) at Old School House Park.
Enjoy complimentary ice cream and popsicles with live music from the Village Band. Great community atmosphere perfect for families.

Sounds of Summer Street Festival

Saturday, August 16, 2025 (evening) on Silver Spring Drive.
Annual street party featuring live bands, food vendors, beverages, and plenty of family-friendly activities.

Whitefish Bay Night Market

Saturday, August 23, 2025 (5–9 pm) on Silver Spring Drive.
Evening market festival with local artists, food trucks, live music, and street performers. Ideal for families looking for dinner and entertainment outdoors.

Glendale

Sprecher Root Beer Bash

Saturday, August 2, 2025 (11 am–5 pm) at Bavarian Bierhaus Grounds.
A festival celebrating root beer with free floats, music, bounce houses, a petting zoo, face painting, and family activities.

Live @ The Oasis: "Country Night" Concert

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 (6:30 pm) at Richard E. Maslowski Community Park.
Free outdoor concert featuring country music from Crossfire. Food and beverages available on-site.

Glendale Jazz & Soul Fest

Saturday, August 16, 2025 (time TBA) (location TBD).
Enjoy a day of jazz and soul music outdoors. Food trucks and community vibes make it a great family event.

Bayside

Schlitz Audubon "Totally Turtles" Event

Weekend date TBA in August 2025 at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center.
Educational wildlife event featuring turtles and nature activities. Family-friendly hands-on programs with trails and play areas.

Fox Point / River Hills / Glendale (Shared)

North Shore Library Events

Various dates throughout August 2025 at North Shore Library.
Includes storytime, craft afternoons, LEGO events, magic shows, and Summer Reading Program finale parties. A great indoor option for families.

Mequon / Thiensville

Thiensville Village Market

Tuesdays (August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025; 9 am–2 pm) at Thiensville Village Park.
Weekly farmers market along the Milwaukee River with fresh produce, crafts, and live music. Children enjoy park amenities while parents shop.

Eats & Beats Concert: The LoveMonkeys

Thursday, August 21, 2025 (5–9 pm) at Thiensville Village Park.
Food truck festival and concert featuring upbeat rock/pop cover band The LoveMonkeys. Kids can dance and play, and families can picnic under the stars.