Family Fun Month is here, and we’ve got just the destination for you! Add Oak Creek, Wisconsin to the top of your list! This inviting destination is full of fun for everyone! Explore the wonderful and welcoming events, from farmers markets to festivals, for residents and visitors alike. Each event fosters a greater sense of community–the decade-long hallmark of Oak Creek. Follow along and mark your calendars for the upcoming events still to come in 2024!
Fare in the Square Food Truck Tour
We’re kicking off the family fun in Oak Creek with the fan-favorite Fare in the Square Food Truck Tour! Every summer, on select Wednesdays, food trucks and fun times overflow Drexel Town Square. As the name implies, there are LOTS of food trucks, but not just any ordinary food trucks…some of Milwaukee’s finest and most flavorful!
In addition to the tasty fare, enjoy live entertainment, interactive games, and more! Be sure to bring your blankets and stay for a family-friendly outdoor movie. A ‘monster’ of a good time is planned for this month.
Don’t miss out on the last night in 2024:
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 (4:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
Oak Creek LionsFest
Looking for Labor Day Weekend plans? Look no further than Oak Creek LionsFest, starting Friday, August 30th, and ending Monday, September 2nd! Although, Saturday, August 31, is the day for families. It’s Family Day!
Join in on the family-friendly festivities from 11 am to 2 pm. Festivities include live performances inside and out, exciting games galore, foodie favorites for the whole family, and even face painting that your kiddos will surely love!
In case you missed it:
Family Day – August 31, 2024 (11:00 am to 2:00 pm)
CAFE: A Celebration of Culture
There’s always a reason to celebrate in Oak Creek! Bring your family and join in at CAFE: A Celebration of Culture. CAFE is unlike any other, featuring the Culture, Art, Food, & Entertainment of an array of local groups and organizations. Each of these groups and organizations represents all the cultures that contribute to Oak Creek’s past and present.
Get a taste of Oak Creek’s incredible diversity and encounter new cultures found all across the globe. This event offers both kiddos and adults an up-close look and unique cultural experiences, with hands-on activities and educational opportunities.
Join in on the cultural celebration:
Saturday, September 21, 2024 (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
Fall Festival
As autumn approaches, the family fun is endless, especially in Oak Creek! Celebrate the season at Fall Festival–one of Oak Creek’s prized traditions, taking place in the iconic Drexel Town Square.
This outdoor, all-day event brings on ALL the seasonal favorites. With a petting zoo, an inflatable corn maze, a costume parade, hayrides, and much more, there’s a little something for everyone to love. So many memories are waiting to be made…
Fill this year with fall fun:
Saturday, October 19, 2024 (9:00 am to 4:00 pm)
Quick tip: You won’t want to miss the last farmers market of the year, known as one of the state’s BEST markets, on the same weekend.
Oak Creek Farmers Market
Oak Creek’s Farmers Market is a MUST for families! Every Saturday through October 19, 2024, families and friends are welcome to stroll through Drexel Town Square and explore a market that has it all. As you stroll the Square, tune into weekly music performances, and make a few pitstops along the way. To note, the Taste It Tent is a must-stop. Sample some of the farmers’ best, plus more!
Featuring locally grown and Wisconsin-made items, including farm-fresh produce, seasonal fruits, and delicious dairy products, to name a few, the market has a flavor for you. Don’t let your family fun stop at the market. Continue your exploration, stopping by surrounding businesses–from charming shops to hidden-gem restaurants.
Turn every Saturday into a family fun day:
August 10, 17, 24, 31, 2024 (9:00 am to 1:00 pm)
September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2024 (9:00 am to 1:00 pm)
October 5, 12, 19, 2024 (9:00 am to 1:00 pm)
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Oak Creek is a hub of family fun, offering a taste of everything for everyone. Make one (or all) of these exciting events–Fare in the Square Food Truck Tour, Oak Creek LionsFest, CAFE, Fall Festival, and the all-time favorite Oak Creek Farmers Markets. We promise it’s well worthwhile!
Don’t forget to mark your calendars:
Fare in the Square Food Truck Tour – Wednesday, August 21, 2024 (4:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
Oak Creek LionsFest – Family Day – August 31, 2024 (11:00 am to 2:00 pm)
CAFE – Saturday, September 21, 2024 (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
Fall Festival – Saturday, October 19, 2024 (9:00 am to 4:00 pm)
Oak Creek Farmers Markets – Every Saturday through October 19, 2024 (9:00 am to 1:00 pm)
Share your favorite family memory from Oak Creek in the comments below:
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Hailey Rose: Writer for Discover Mediaworks. A born & bred Wisconsinite with a love for fishing, hunting, and enjoying the great outdoors.
