MUSEUMSThe museum is a classic summer day excursion, and Milwaukee has a host to choose from, with many of them offering free days.

1. Milwaukee Public Museum | 800 W. Wells St.FREE the first Thursday of the MonthWhy go? It’s what you thought of when you heard “the museum.” From the Streets of Old Milwaukee to the dinosaurs, these exhibits are always interesting and educational.

2. Milwaukee Art Museum | 700 N. Art Museum Dr.FREE the first Tuesday of every monthWhy go? Kohls Art Generation is a unique exhibit for kids that informs them about art while engaging children with hands-on, creative experiences.

3. Betty Brinn Children’s Museum929 E. Wisconsin Ave. | $9Why go? Another educational, hands-on expe-rience, but this museum focuses on building cognitive, social and emotional skills, which are fundamental for a child’s development.

4. Jewish Museum Milwaukee1360 N. Prospect Ave. | $7 adults, free 6 and underWhy go? Jewish people have a long and rich history and heritage that we should all know about.

5. Harley Davidson Museum | 400 W. Canal St.$10 kids, $20 adultsWhy go? Celebrate Harley’s more than 100-year history.

6. Mitchell Gallery of Flight 5300 S. Howell Ave. | FREEWhy go? Wisconsin’s flight history is expansive and informative. Check it out before your next trip.

FESTIVALSMilwaukee does summer festivals like no other city – that’s why they call us the “City of Festivals.” There’s something for everyone, with free options, music festivals, street fests and celebrations of different cultures.

7. Milwaukee Kite Festival | May 25-26 | FREEVeteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. Why go? Spend Memorial Day weekend with hundreds of colorful kites soaring through the sky.

8. Scottish Fest, Milwaukee Highland GamesJune 1 | Hart Park, 6800 W. State St. | FREE Why go? Bagpipes and Scottish food!

9. Pride Fest | June 6-9 | $12-$15Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.Buy tickets online for a discountWhy go? It’s never too early to teach kids about other identities. Visit the kid’s stage for a family-friendly experience.

10. Locust Street Festival | June 9 | FREELocust St. west of Humboldt Why go? Six stages of entertainment and lots of food vendors!

11. Polish Fest | June 14-16Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.Friday: $1 before 5 p.m., $5 after 5 p.m.Why go? Milwaukee has a strong polish commu-nity, so take advantage of this festival to learn more about polish culture.

12. Juneteeth Day | June 19 | FREEMLK Dr., between Burleigh and Center StreetsWhy go? Celebrate the abolition of slavery in America.

13. Greek Fest | June 21-23 | FREEWisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S 84th St.Why go? There’s rides, music and dancing!

14. Summerfest | June 26-30, July 2-7Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.Price: Go here for ways to get in for free. Often, all you need is a non-perishable food item or to go get to the grounds before 3 p.m.Why go? It’s the quintessential Milwaukee summer festival. It may seem pricey when you look at the headliners, but there are a variety of artist coming to the free stages.

15. Bastille Days | July 11-14 | FREECathedral Square Park | 520 E. Wells St. | Why go? It’s the nation’s largest French-themed celebration!

16. African Cultural Festival | July 11 | FREEBrown Deer Park, 7835 N. Green Bay Rd.Why go? Celebrate African Culture with food, fashion, and music!

17. Asia Fest | July 12-14Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. 84th St.$12 kids, $20 adultsWhy go? Carnival rides and authentic Asian cuisines.

18. Festa Italiana | July 19-21 | $13Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.Why go? There’s a children stage with dancers and musicians performing throughout the day. And there’s fireworks to close out the festival!

19. Croatian Fest | July 20 | FREECroatian Park, 9100 S. 76th St.Why go? Celebrate Croatian culture!

20. Armenian Fest | July 21 | FREE7825 W. Layton Ave. Why go? Celebrate Armenian culture!

21. German Fest | July 26-28 | $3 FridayHenry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.Why go? As one of the nation’s largest German festivals, German Fest is known for authentic food, culture and entertainment.

22. Milwaukee Air & Water Show | July 27-28Milwaukee Lakefront | FREEWhy go? A free and thrilling aerial and aquat-ic-based acrobatics show that takes place on the lakefront!

23. State Fair | Aug. 1-11 | $8Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. 84th St.Why go? Cream puffs, farm animals, deep fried food and more!

24. Black Arts Festival | Aug. 3Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.$12 adults, $8 age 8-11, 7 and under free with adult Why go? It’s a celebration of African and African American culture through art.

25. Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival | Aug. 10Lakeshore Park, 500 N. Harbor Dr. | FREEWhy go? Celebrate Chinese Culture!

26. Center Street Daze | Aug. 10 | FREECenter St. between Holton and HumboldtWhy go? With cart races, classic cars and over 30 bands, this street festival is fun for the entire family.

27. Irish Fest | Aug. 15-18Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.$15 in advance, free kids under 12Why go? It’s four fun-filled days of Celtic culture!

28. IndiaFest | Aug. 17 | FREEHumboldt Park, 3000 S. Howell Ave.Why go? It’s a cultural extravaganza with con-certs, dance, food and traditional Indian attire.

29. Hip Hop Week MKE | Aug. 19-25Location varies, visit hiphopweekmke.comWhy go? You’ll want to save the date for this event! Hip hop week debuted last year and was a hit. Stay tuned for the lineup.

30. Mexican Fiesta | Aug. 23-25 | $15Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.Why go? Celebrate Mexican Culture!

31. Third Ward Art Festival | Aug. 31-Sept. 1Historic Third Ward, east of Milwaukee River between St. Paul and Erie | FREEWhy go? A cool street festival featuring a range of artwork!

32. Indian Summer Festival | Date TBDHenry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr.Why go? Tribal cultures are diverse, and the festival aims to educate and promote American Indian cultures, which are often forgotten about.

EDUCATIONAL EXCURSIONSLearning should never stop, and the best part of summer is that learning can come in many different forms.

33. Discovery World Science and Technology Museum | 500 N. Harbor Dr.Adults $20, kids 3-17 $16, 2 and under freeWhy go? It makes science fun and educational! With unique, hands-on exhibits focused on tech-nology and freshwater science, learning doesn’t have to stop because school isn’t in session.

34. Urban Ecology Center | 3 locationsWashington Park, Riverside Park and Menomonee Valley | Cost varies by programWhy go? Escape from the city for a bit and discover the wonders of nature with hiking, kayaking and more.

35. Mitchell Park Domes | 524 S. Layton Blvd.FREE first Thursday of the monthWhy go? You can experience the desert, jungle, and floral gardens all in one day!

70 THINGS TO DO WHEN IT’S 70 DEGREESNow that the weather has finally hit 70 degrees, it’s time to look forward to summer. Here’s our list of family-friendly, low-cost and staple Milwaukee activities to try this summer vacation.

OUTDOORSSummer is the best time to explore the outdoors. From parks to beaches, to a stroll downtown, there’s a lot to do outside this summer.

36. Veteran’s Park | FREE1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.Why go? It’s right on the lake and is a great place for a picnic or a game of frisbee.

37. Havenswood State Forest | FREE6141 N. Hopkins St.Why go? Havenswood State Forest is Milwaukee’s only urban forest. Conveniently located on the north side of Milwaukee, it’s a great way to introduce the kids to the beauty of nature.

38. Atwater Park & Beach | FREE4000 N. Lake Dr.Why go? See breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and a more family-friendly beach

39. Milwaukee Riverwalk | FREENorth Ave. to the Third WardWhy go? It’s a great way to explore the heart of the city on foot!

40. Bradford Beach | FREE2400 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.Why go? As a busier beach, there’s a lot to offer, from volleyball games to a new restaurant coming this summer.

41. Swing Park | 1737 N. Water St. | FREEWhy go? Who doesn’t love swings?

42. Three Bridges Park | 610 S 35th St. Menomonee River between 27th and 37th StreetsWhy go? It’s an urban park in the city, with two miles of trails and opportunities to hike.

43. Bublr Bikes | $8/hourVarious locations, visit bublrbikes.orgWhy go? It’s a great alternative to walking if you still want to see the city.

44. Lakeshore State Park | 500 N. Harbor Dr.Why go? It’s an urban park right on the lake that is a quick walk from many of the stops on this list.

WEEKLY No need to stress if you miss a week of these concert series, they’re weekly for a reason.

45. Jazz in the Park | Thursdays, May 30-Aug. 29Cathedral Square Park| 520 E. Wells St. | 5-9 p.m.Why go? Bring a blanket and grab a spot on the lawn to listen to an array of musical performanc-es at this weekly concert series.

46. Chill on the Hill | Tuesdays, June 4-Aug. 27Humboldt Park | 3000 S. Howell Ave | 6-8 p.m.Why go? A classic summer concert series that brings thousands of listeners to Bay View for great music.

47. Washington Park WednesdaysWashington Park | 1859 N. 40th St.June 12-Aug. 21 | 5 p.m.Why go? These weekly music concerts all around the city. This one is at Washington Park!

48. NEWaukee Night Market | Wednesdays Monthly: June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11West Wisconsin Ave., between Plankinton and Vel R. PhillipsWhy go? See the heart of downtown transformed with vendors, performers and artists.

49. Wonderful Wednesdays | June 19-Aug. 14Lake Park Pavilion, 3133 E. Newberry Blvd. 6:30-8 p.m.Why go? It’s a music festival just for kids and families!

50. Skyline Music | TuesdaysKadish Park, 750 E. North Ave.July 9-Aug. 20 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. Why go? Brought to you by the COA Youth & Fam-ily Centers, this concert series is made for the family with food, fun, and music in Riverwest.

WATERPARKS AND POOLSTake a dip in the pool to cool off from the warm weather

51. Schulz Aquatic CenterLincoln Park, 1301 W. Hampton Ave.

52. Cool WatersGreenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th St.

53. Noyes PoolNoyes Park, 8235 W. Good Hope Rd.

54. Pulaski Pool | 2701 S. 16th St.

FOODWith all these activities, you need to keep from getting hungry. If you can, try out a minority or female-owned business to fill your tummy.

55. Sherman Phoenix | 3536 W. Fond Du Lac Ave.Why go? The tenants include Buffalo Boss, Confectionately Yours, Funky Fresh Spring Rolls, Lush Popcorn, The Next Level Vegans, Sauce & Spice, and Shindig Coffee.

56. Any Black owned restaurantVarious locations around the cityWhy check it out: Black Restaurant Week may be over but that doesn’t mean you can’t continue to delicious places like Coffee Makes You Black, Daddy’s Soul Food & Grille or Island Jam.

57. Milwaukee Public Market | 400 N. Water St.Why go? It’s the most unique and diverse selec-tion of food downtown! Ice Cream is the tastiest way to cool off as the weather heats up.

58. Kopp’s Frozen Custard | 3 locations5373 N. Port Washington Rd., 18880 W. Blue-mound Rd., 7631 W. Layton Ave.Why go? There’s new delicious flavors every day! Check the Flavor Forecast and stay updated for the month’s menu.

59. Purple DoorSherman Phoenix, 3536 W. Fond Du Lac Ave.Why go? One of Wisconsin’s favorite ice cream shops is now conveniently located in the city at the Sherman Phoenix!

MILWAUKEE STAPLES Milwaukee wouldn’t be Milwaukee without these fun attractions and activities.

60. Bronze FonzMilwaukee Riverwalk at Wells St.Why go? If you’re already on the Riverwalk, this statue, which is a tribute to the iconic show “Happy Days”, is a great place to stop for a selfie.

61. Historic Third WardEast of Milwaukee River between St. Paul and ErieWhy go? There are shops, restaurants and much more to explore, and during the summer, it’s all walkable!

62. Milwaukee Public Library | 15 locationsWhy go? It’s important to keep the kids reading over the summer and a library card is free!

63. The Big Bang Fireworks | July 3Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.Why go? Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular firework show on the lakefront.

64. Brewers Game | Miller Park, 1 Brewers WayWhy go? We’re already off to a great season, sup-port our baseball team while you can!

65. Ice Skating | Pettit Center, 500 S. 84th St.Why go? Just because its summer, doesn’t mean you can’t ice skate.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY CLASSICSWhile you can do these activities year-round, they’re even more fun in the summer!

66. Marcus Theatres $5 Movie TuesdaysVarious locationsWhy go? Going to the movie’s is an experience, and this special makes it affordable for the entire family.

67. Farmer’s MarketsVarious locationsWhy go? Fresh produce, crafts, live music, pretty flowers—farmer’s markets embody summertime.

68. Roller SkatingIncrediroll | 10928 W. Oklahoma Ave.Why go? There’s a bunch of specials, including Wednesday Family Nights and select Monday Dollar Nights.

69. Bowling | AMF, 7505 W. Oklahoma Ave.Why go? Bowling is an easy and fun family outing.

70. VolunteerThere are countless places in Milwaukee to volunteer. Take the time to give back to those in need. Need ideas to get you started? Try the Hunger Task Force, Sojourner Family Peace House or a Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee

70 THINGS TO DO WHEN IT’S 70 DEGREES