City of Festivals
Milwaukee doesn’t wait for a season to celebrate. The calendar stays packed, the stages stay loud, and the streets stay busy all year long. Big moments come fast: massive sing-along crowds at Summerfest, revved-up energy and hometown pride at the Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival and long-standing traditions on full display at Mexican Fiesta. Neighborhood celebrations matter just as much, with Bay View Bash bringing packed streets, local music and cold drinks into the mix. Film lovers get their moment too, thanks to the Milwaukee Film Festival, where screenings, conversations and late nights take over the city. No matter the month, there’s always something worth planning around. Start mapping out your year with our 2026 festival calendar.