Fourth of July Commission
The City of Milwaukee's Fourth of July Festivities
were held on Saturday, July 4th 2026
Milwaukee has long celebrated the Fourth of July with community events throughout the city, a tradition dating back to 1911. In 2026, Milwaukee will once again celebrate this great American holiday with parades, picnics, games, talent contests, fireworks and more!
The Milwaukee Fourth of July Commission selected the theme for 2026:
America 250: The Power of We
FYI: A list of 4th of July themes dating back to 1967 can be viewed HERE!
PLEASE CELEBRATE SAFELY - REMEMBER THAT FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL IN THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE
Below are the parks that participated in 2026's 4th of July Celebrations by hosting daytime activities, holding parades and having official City of Milwaukee fireworks displays. Click on the individual park name to view their official program.
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2026 PARKS |
Daytime Activities | Parade | Fireworks |
|---|---|---|---|
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Alcott Park (11th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Enderis Playfield (10th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | No |
|
Gordon Park (3rd Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Humboldt Park (14th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Jackson Park (8th Ald. District) |
No | No | YES |
|
King Center (4th Ald. District) |
YES | No | No |
|
Lake Park (3rd Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Lincoln Park (1st Ald. District) |
No | No | YES |
|
Lyons Park (11th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | No |
|
Mitchell Park (8th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | No |
|
Washington Park (15th Ald. District) |
No | No | YES |
|
Wilson Park (13th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |