Brats, History & Good Cause: Thiensville’s Brat Fry

If you’re looking for an easy, family-friendly outing with a little local flavor (literally), mark your calendar for Saturday, May 16. The Historic Firehouse Museum in Thiensville is kicking off the season with its first brat fry of the year, and it’s shaping up to be one of those simple, feel-good community events that just works.

From 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the Thiensville Volunteer Fire Department Corporation will be out front at 100 N. Main St., grilling up brats and bringing the neighborhood together.

Plan Your Stop

📍 Location: Historic Firehouse Museum, 100 N. Main St., Thiensville
🗓 Date: Saturday, May 16
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The brats are the main draw, but the real bonus is what’s waiting inside. The Historic Firehouse Museum offers a chance to step back in time and explore local firefighting history—think vintage equipment, stories from the department’s early days, and a closer look at how the community has evolved.

For kids, there’s an extra highlight: Sparky the Fire Dog will be around to say hello. It’s a fun, easy win if you’ve got younger ones in tow—and a great photo opportunity.

A Bite That Gives Back

Every brat you grab is doing more than satisfying your appetite. All proceeds from the brat fry go directly toward supporting renovations at the Firehouse Museum, helping preserve this local landmark for future generations.

So whether you’re stopping by for lunch, bringing the kids to explore, or just looking for a low-key way to enjoy a spring Saturday, this is one of those events that checks all the boxes:

• Easy to attend

• Kid-friendly

• Rooted in the community

• Supporting a meaningful cause

Come hungry, stay a while, and help keep a piece of local history alive.