Happy Birthday Fonzie!

We laughed, we cried, we ayyy-ed all afternoon long. We hope you had a great time celebrating the legendary Henry Winkler, better known as Milwaukee icon, Fonzie, for his 80th birthday at the Bronze Fonz statue along the Milwaukee RiverWalk. In case you missed it, you can watch his message to all his fans, locals and visitors who took the time to gather and show him that a thumbs-up can really go a long way!

While the festivities may have wrapped, the cake has been cut and the t-shirts have all been given out to excited Fonz fans from across the land, there's still time for you to win the Ultimate Fonz Getaway to Milwaukee. Enter for your chance to win a flight to the Cream Cit-ayyy, a leather Harley-Davidson jacket, a two-night stay at the Dubble Dutch Hotel and so much more. Find more details below and enter for FREE today! Hurry, entries close November 7.

Fonzie in the News

The Happy Birthday, Fonzie! celebration on Milwaukee’s RiverWalk was an overwhelming success, sparking a wave of positive media coverage from both local and national outlets. The event, which honored Henry Winkler’s (and Arthur Fonzarelli's) 80th birthday at the beloved Bronze Fonz statue, captured the attention of Milwaukee Magazine, PEOPLE, TMJ4, FOX6, CBS 58, and Milwaukee Record. Coverage ranged from PEOPLE Magazine’s exclusive feature on Winkler’s heartfelt “thank you” message to Milwaukee, to local previews and recaps that celebrated the city’s excitement and affection for the “Happy Days” star. The festivities, complete with music, cake and a mayoral proclamation, showcased Milwaukee’s warmth and charm, turning a nostalgic tribute into a shining example of how the city embraces its cultural icons and community pride.

Explore the RiverWalk!

Stroll along Milwaukee's RiverWalk, where you can enjoy picturesque views of the Milwaukee River, enjoy the vibrant art installations scattered along the pathway or get lost in Milwaukee's riveting history with a city walking tour!