MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Park System and the Park People of Milwaukee invite the public to celebrate the 105th anniversary of Milwaukee County Parks Saturday, June 2nd.
A day-long celebration event will feature free special events and programs to get families fit, active and healthy. The event is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. along Milwaukee's lakefront at McKinley Park.
The event will feature live music, a history lesson about Milwaukee County Parks by local historian John Gurda, youth activities hosted by the YMCA, Klement’s Racing Sausages, Door County Sled Dogs, Bango the Buck, an improv comedy show, disc golf demonstrations, a bounce house and more!
Milwaukee’s own, KT and the Universal Love Band will be wrapping up the day with a kid friendly concert.
Food and beverages will able available onsite and the public is encouraged to pack a lunch and picnic in the park. Event sponsors include Wheel & Sprocket and MillerCoors.
“Our parks have not changed its purpose nor mission from when it originally started 105 years ago," Parks Director Sue Black said. "Bringing family and friends together in a leisurely setting and beautiful backdrop of Lake Michigan is what this celebrations is all about”.
CLICK HERE for additional information on this event via the Park People of Milwaukee's website.