Shorewood

The Shorewood Farmers Market 
Sunday, June 15, 9:30 am - 1 pm.
It’s opening weekend for the Shorewood Farmers Market! Located at the south end of Estabrook Park, 4100 Estabrook Parkway, the market operates every Sunday from June 15 to October 26. ​

Shorewood Men’s Club Annual Chicken BBQ
Saturday, June 14, 11:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Atwater Park (Upper Level), 4000 N. Lake Drive. This decades-old Shorewood tradition turns the park into a giant community picnic featuring grilled chicken and ribs, live music, cold beverages, and even ice. Dads, moms, kids – everyone is welcome to meet neighbors and enjoy “the best chicken and ribs in town.” No need for tickets in advance – just show up hungry (meals are prepared on-site by local favorites Rupena’s and Hubbard Park Lodge) and enjoy an afternoon of food and family fun, rain or shine

Whitefish Bay

Dogs with Dad at the Farmers Market 
Saturday, June 14, 9 AM - 1 PM 325 E. Silver Spring Drive (Aurora Parking Lot)
The Whitefish Bay Farmers Market treats fathers with free hotdogs on Breadsmith buns for all dads. Folk and rock artist Andy Braun performs music from Johnny Cash and The Beatles starting at 9:30 AM. Browse fresh produce, local meats and cheeses, and handmade crafts while the kids enjoy live music.

Glendale

Father’s Day Pig Roast in the Park
Sunday, June 15, 11 AM – 6 PM
Heidelberg Park at The Bavarian Bierhaus, 700 W. Lexington Blvd.
The Bavarian Bierhaus keeps the fun going on Father’s Day with its annual Pig Roast – a German-style picnic that’s free to attend (no cover or reservations). Every dad gets treated to a free full liter of beer, and the whole family can purchase plates of tender pulled pork, rotisserie chicken, and all the fixings from the roast. The beer garden will be open with a full menu, and from 1:00–4:00 PM a traditional German “Alte Kameraden” band plays live polka and beer hall. It’s a festive, family-friendly way to celebrate Dad – come hungry (and thirsty) and enjoy a relaxing afternoon under the oak trees. Prost!

Fox Point

Fox Point Beer Garden
Friday, June 13, 5 – 9 pm, Longacre Pavilion, 7343 N. Longacre Rd.
Community-owned New Barons Brewing Cooperative pours fresh craft pints while food trucks serve up easy picnic fare. Bring a lawn chair or blanket—the pavilion tables fill up fast—and let the kids roam the adjacent green space. Leashed pups are welcome, restrooms are inside, and lake-view sunsets make it a relaxed way to kick off Father’s Day weekend.

Mequon

Step Back in Time at Heritage Days
13615 N Cedarburg Road, noon-3pm
Bring the family to the Jonathan Clark House Museum in Mequon for free hands-on fun at Heritage Days—happening Saturday, June 14 from noon to 3 pm. Kids can churn butter, meet farm animals, dress up in pioneer clothes, and explore life in the 1800s. No registration needed—just show up and enjoy a summer afternoon filled with games, crafts, and local history.

🩰 Fresh Coast Dance Summer Camps!

Fresh Coast Dance in Whitefish Bay has you covered with summer camps, whether your little one wants to roar through a Circle of Life jungle, belt out their inner Swiftie, hunt for pirate treasure, or click their ruby slippers Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Spots fill fast—especially the In My Swiftie Era and Mermaid & Pirates sessions—so pop over to Fresh Coast Dance’s website to secure a spot on the dance floor. We’ll see you at the studio.

Beyond the North Shore

Strawberry picking is juuuuust around the corner. Many local farms are close to announcing their opening day, with popular spots like Basse’s estimating their start date between June 15th – 20th (official start date to be announced soon). You can stay updated in our Guide to Strawberry Picking near the North Shore.

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See you out there,
North Shore Family Adventures

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