Upcoming Events

Sunday, August 9: Medicinal Natives of Lakeshore, 4:00-5:00pm (South Entrance)

Did you know that some of the native prairie plants growing in the park are medicinal? Join our Naturalist to learn more about these plants and their uses as we hike around the park. Meet at the south entrance park sign. Coordinates for the meeting point are 43.029180, -87.895858. All ages and abilities are welcome!

Wed, August 19: Beach Bonfire and Prairie Plants Bookmark Making, 5:00-8:30pm (Pebble Beach)

Take advantage of our long summer nights and join Lakeshore State Park staff for a bonfire at Pebble Beach. Feel free to hang out and enjoy the fire or just stop by for a s’more. Donations for s’mores are welcome but are not required and benefit the Friends of Lakeshore State Park.  All ages and abilities are welcome to join us! This event is weather dependent and won’t occur if rain is in the forecast. Meet at Pebble Beach.

Join our Naturalists for a craft inspired by the beauty of summer in the Wisconsin prairie! Create your own bookmark using native flowers and grasses while learning more about these plants and why the prairie ecosystem is so important! This event will take place on Pebble Beach during the bonfire. All ages and abilities welcome!

Friday, August 28: Hunting for Dragonflies, 7:00-8:00pm (South Entrance)

Did you know that dragonflies are the most successful hunters in the animal kingdom? They catch 95% of the prey they hunt, more than any other predator observed! Come observe and learn more about these tiny, fierce hunters with a walk around the park. All ages and abilities welcome! Meet at the south entrance park sign. Coordinates for the meeting point are 43.029180, -87.895858.

Sunday, August 30: Prairie Hike, 1:00-2:00pm (South Entrance)

Lakeshore State Park is home to over 200 species of native plants! Come join one of our Naturalists for a hike to learn more about what’s blooming at the end of the summer. All ages and abilities welcome! Meet at the south entrance park sign. Coordinates for the meeting point are 43.029180, -87.895858

Sunday, August 30: 4th Annual Wildflowers on the Water, 11:00am-4:00pm (By the Marina)

Visit Lakeshore State Park on Sunday, August 30th from 11-4PM as Sincerely in Song presents the 4th Annual Wildflowers on the Water uplifting the mission of Friends of Lakeshore State Park. The event will include live music, a sound bowl healing experience, goat yoga, make and take wildflowers inspired canvas art and activities for our youth and all ages led by artists and creators who are passionate about the work of Friends of Lakeshore State Park. Join us for family-friendly experiences and opportunities to connect with nature while supporting the ongoing stewardship of Lakeshore State Park. The event is located on the north end of the park and at 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Come for the goats, stay for the festival, and help make a difference in one of Milwaukee’s most treasured green spaces! 

Musical Lineup will include Zara Katt, The Ukuladies, Malik Johnson, Angie Mack, Sarah Fierek, Jack Tell, Marcya Daneille, Death Is A Business and more! 

Goat Yoga for a Cause at Wildflowers on the WaterJoin MKE Goat Yoga™ and the adorable baby dwarf goats from Platinum Sky Farm for a playful outdoor yoga experience at Wildflowers on the Water.

These special abbreviated sessions are the perfect way to experience the joy of goat yoga while supporting an incredible cause. A portion of every registration will be donated to Sincerely in Song working to uplift the mission of Friends of Lakeshore State Park, helping preserve and enhance Milwaukee’s beautiful urban state park.

MKE Goat Yoga™ brings baby dwarf goats from Platinum Sky Farm for two 30-minute sessions (11:00 and 11:30 AM). $35 per person, a portion benefits the park. Register here: Come for the goats, stay for the festival, and help support one of Milwaukee’s best green spaces.

Save the Date – Future Beach Bonfires

September 16, 5:00-7:30pm

October 21, 5:00-7:00pm (Halloween themed)

About Events

All events start at the south entrance of Lakeshore State Park, unless otherwise indicated. Public parking on the south side of the park can be found by entering “Milwaukee Pierhead Lighthouse” into a GPS map program. Approximate coordinates to the starting location are 43.029163, -87.895880

Contact: Elaine Zautke (Park Manager) 414.274.4281 elaine.zautke@wisconsin.gov