Community Events | West Allis, WI (2024)

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DONATIONS & SPONSORSHIPS ADDITIONAL EVENT RESOURCES Community Walk Audit WAPD COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP PUBLIC WORKS OPEN HOUSE + Job Fair West Allis Bike Rodeo West Allis Landlord Affordable Housing Informational Session MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE CEREMONY West Allis Hope Walk WEST ALLIS A LA CARTE VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE Senior Center Rummage Sale FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI MAKERS MARKET Summer outdoor Movie Series THROWBACK SUMMER PLAYGROUND TOUR OF AMERICA’S DAIRYLAND BIKE RACE, “WEST ALLIS CHEESE WHEEL CLASSIC” CLASSICS AT THE CREEK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES Music at Burnham Pointe Park BEER GARDEN ROAD SHOW MAKERS MARKET INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT AND FESTIVAL FOODS FIREWORKS FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES MUSIC AT BURNHAM POINTE PARK SERIES SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Throwback Summer Playground WEST ALLIS NIGHT OUT VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE Neighborhood Block PartY CLASSICS AT THE CREEK FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI Makers MARKET WISCONSIN STATE FAIR CLASSICS AT THE CREEK FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI Makers MARKET SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES WAWM RCS Department 90th Year Celebration SUMMER CONCERT SERIES WAWM School District BACK TO SCHOOL BASH Beer Garden ROADSHOW FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES West Allis Reads ART ON THE PLAZA FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + Mini Makers Market SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Cops & Kids Senior Center's Annual Open House FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI Makers MARKET HARVEST FAIR PAWTOBERFEST West Allis Reads - Author Q&A with Andrew J. Graff DOWNTOWN WEST ALLIS CLASSIC CAR SHOW PUMPKINS IN THE PARK HAUNTED HONEY CREEK WEST ALLIS DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN HUNT TRICK OR TREAT PUNKIN' CHUNKIN' VETERANS DAY CEREMONY WEST ALLIS COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT FOUNDATION FOOD DRIVE COATS FOR KIDS CHRISTKINDLMARKT AT THE FARMERS MARKET ALLIS IN WINTERLAND CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING PROGRAM CHRISTMAS PARADE FAQs References

DONATIONS & SPONSORSHIPS

City events are supported largely by donations. Those wishing to support City events may do so through the West Allis Community Improvement Foundation at www.westallisfoundation.org or through the City's sponsorship programs.

ADDITIONAL EVENT RESOURCES

Download the 2024 Event Brochure (PDF) coming soon! Find West Allis-West Milwaukee Rec Events and West Allis Public Library Events.

(Please note events are subject to change)

Community Walk Audit

Wednesday, May 15 at 5 p.m.
Various starting points
More Info

WAPD COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP

Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WAPD Satellite Station
6900 W. National Ave.

PUBLIC WORKS OPEN HOUSE + Job Fair

Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Public Works Facility
6300 W. McGeoch Ave.
Save the Date

West Allis Bike Rodeo

Sunday, May 19 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
Save the Date

West Allis Landlord Affordable Housing Informational Session

Thursday, May 23 from 6 - 7 p.m.
West Allis Public Library - Constitution Room
7421 W. National Ave.

MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE CEREMONY

Monday, May 27 at 11 a.m.
Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.

West Allis Hope Walk

Friday, May 31 at 4 p.m.
Liberty Heights Park
1540 S. 62nd St.

WEST ALLIS A LA CARTE

Sunday, June 2 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Downtown West Allis
Greenfield Ave., from 70th - 76th St.

VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE

Sunday, June 2 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Booth at A La Carte
75th and Greenfield Ave.
Save the Date

Senior Center Rummage Sale

Thursday, June 6 and Friday, June 7 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
West Allis Senior Center
7001 W. National Ave.
Save the Date

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI MAKERS MARKET

Friday, June 7 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

Summer outdoor Movie Series

Friday, June 7 - Operation Rec begins at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m.
La Follette Park
9418 W. Washington St.

THROWBACK SUMMER PLAYGROUND

Friday, June 14 from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Klentz Park
2601 S. 72nd St

TOUR OF AMERICA’S DAIRYLAND BIKE RACE, “WEST ALLIS CHEESE WHEEL CLASSIC”

Friday, June 14 from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
86th & Becher St. and the surrounding neighborhood
More Info
Save the Date

CLASSICS AT THE CREEK

Wednesday, June 19 from 6 - 10 p.m. (beer garden starts at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m.)
Honey Creek Park
8405 W. National Ave.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Thursday, June 20 from 5 - 8 p.m. (food and beer at 5 p.m., music at 6 p.m.)
Music from Reverend Raven and the Chain Smokin' Altar Boys featuring Westside Andy
Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.
More Info

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES

Friday, June 21 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

Music at Burnham Pointe Park

Wednesday, June 26 from 6-8 p.m.
Burnham Pointe Park
6039 W. Burnham St.

BEER GARDEN ROAD SHOW

Saturday, June 29 from 4-8 p.m.
Liberty Heights Park
1530 S. 62nd St.
Save the Date

MAKERS MARKET

Sunday, June 30 from noon - 4 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.

INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE

Tuesday, July 2 at 7 p.m.
Parade starts at 77th St., heading east on Greenfield Ave., south on 70th St., ending at Orchard Ave.

INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT AND FESTIVAL FOODS FIREWORKS

Thursday, July 4 from 7:30 - 10 p.m.
West Allis Athletic Complex
11601 W. Lincoln Ave.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES

Friday, July 12 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES

Friday, July 12 - Operation Rec begins at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m.
West Allis Athletic Complex
11601 W. Lincoln Ave.

MUSIC AT BURNHAM POINTE PARK SERIES

Wednesday, July 17 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Burnham Pointe Park
6039 W. Burnham St.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Thursday, July 18 from 5 - 8 p.m. (food and beer at 5 p.m., music at 6 p.m.)
Music from De La Buena
Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.
More Info

Throwback Summer Playground

Friday, July 19 from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Liberty Heights Park
1540 S. 62nd St.

WEST ALLIS NIGHT OUT

Monday, July 22 from 5 - 9 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave

VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE

Monday, July 22 from 5-9 p.m.
Booth at West Allis Night Out
6501 W. National Ave.
Save the Date

Neighborhood Block PartY

Tuesday, July 23 from 6-9 p.m.
Various Neighborhoods
LHPNA - Save the Date

CLASSICS AT THE CREEK

Wednesday, July 24 from 6 - 10 p.m. (beer garden starts at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m.)
Honey Creek Park
8405 W. National Ave.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI Makers MARKET

Friday, July 26 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

WISCONSIN STATE FAIR

Thursday, August 1 - Sunday, August 11
Sunday - Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Thursday - Saturday from 10 a.m. - midnight
Wisconsin State Fair Park
640 S. 84th St.

CLASSICS AT THE CREEK

Wednesday, August 14 from 6 - 10 p.m. (beer garden starts at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m.)
Honey Creek Park
8405 W. National Ave.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI Makers MARKET

Friday, August 16 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES

Friday, August 16 - Operation Rec begins at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m.
WAWM Recreation Center
2450 S. 68th St.

WAWM RCS Department 90th Year Celebration

Saturday, August 17
WAWM RCS Center
2450 S. 68th St.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Thursday, August 22 from 5 - 8 p.m. (food and beer at 5 p.m., music at 6 p.m.)
Music from The WhiskeyBelles
Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.
More Info

WAWM School District BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

Wednesday, August 28 from 6 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.

Beer Garden ROADSHOW

Friday, August 23 from 4 - 8 p.m.
Liberty Heights Park
1530 S. 62nd St.
Save the Date

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES

Friday, August 30 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

West Allis Reads

Tuesday, September 3 - Wednesday, October 9
More info coming soon!

ART ON THE PLAZA

Friday, September 6 from 5 - 8 p.m.
City Hall Centennial Plaza
7525 W. Greenfield Ave.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + Mini Makers Market

Friday, September 13 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Thursday, September 19 from 5 - 8 p.m. (food and beer at 5 p.m., music at 6 p.m.)
Music from The Hungry Williams
Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.
More Info

Cops & Kids

Monday, September 23 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.

Senior Center's Annual Open House

Friday, September 27 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
West Allis Senior Center
7001 W. National Ave.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY SERIES + MINI Makers MARKET

Friday, September 27 from 5 - 8 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.
More Info

HARVEST FAIR

Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29
Wisconsin State Fair Park
640 S. 84th St.

PAWTOBERFEST

Sunday, September 29 from noon - 4 p.m.
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.

West Allis Reads - Author Q&A with Andrew J. Graff

Wednesday, October 9, 6:30 p.m.
West Allis Public Library
7421 W. National Ave.

DOWNTOWN WEST ALLIS CLASSIC CAR SHOW

Sunday, October 6 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Greenfield Ave., from 70th - 76th St.

PUMPKINS IN THE PARK

Friday, October 11 from 4 - 6 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.

HAUNTED HONEY CREEK

Friday, October 25 from 5 - 9 p.m.
Honey Creek Park
8405 W. National Ave.

WEST ALLIS DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN HUNT

Saturday, October 26 from 10 a.m. - noon
Downtown West Allis

TRICK OR TREAT

Saturday, October 26 from 4 - 7 p.m.

PUNKIN' CHUNKIN'

Tuesday, October 31 from 5 - 7 p.m.
West Allis Central High School Practice Football Field
8516 W. Lincoln Ave

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m.
Police Sub Station at Veterans Memorial Park
6900 W. National Ave.

WEST ALLIS COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT FOUNDATION FOOD DRIVE

November 2024
West Allis Farmers Market
6501 W. National Ave.

COATS FOR KIDS

November 2024
WAWM Recreation Center
2450 S. 68th St.

CHRISTKINDLMARKT AT THE FARMERS MARKET

Friday, December 6 from 4 - 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 7 from 12 - 4 p.m.
West Allis Famers Market
6501 W. National Ave.

Stop by the 6th annual Christkindlmarkt, a traditional European-style Christmas market featuring over 60 vendors. Includes Wisconsin Specialty food retailers and artisan craft vendors. Enjoy live music as well as a variety of local food trucks and beer from local breweries.

ALLIS IN WINTERLAND

Saturday, December 7 at 3 - 4 p.m.
West Allis City Hall Art Gallery
7525 W. Greenfield Ave.

Visit the enchanted world of Allis in Winterland at the City Hall Art Gallery. Kid-friendly activities will be set to a holiday movie! There will be themed crafts and activities, and don’t forget to write your letter to Santa. North Pole mailbags will be on hand to deliver your letters straight to the big man himself!

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING PROGRAM

Saturday, December 7 from 4 - 4:45 p.m.
West Allis City Hall Centennial Plaza
7525 W. Greenfield Ave.

CHRISTMAS PARADE

Saturday, December 7 at 4:45 p.m.
Parade starts at 79th St. and Greenfield Ave, heads east on Greenfield Ave., heads south on 70th St., ending at Orchard Ave.

The West Allis Christmas Parade is an annual holiday tradition and the premier night-time Christmas parade in Southeast Wisconsin! Enjoy marching bands and live performers, creative floats and vintage vehicles; meet elves, cartoon characters; and of course, wave to Santa Claus himself at the end of the parade!

Community Events | West Allis, WI (2024)

FAQs

What is West Allis a la carte? ›

West Allis A La Carte is a day filled with activities geared towards bringing together every member of the family from toddler to teenager, from parents to grandparents, for fun, games, food, and music.

What is the route for the West Allis Christmas parade? ›

Route: 81st St. State Fair Park entrance, east on Greenfield Ave. to 70th Street, then south to Orchard Ave.

What time does the West Allis parade start? ›

Independence Day Parade | Tuesday, July 2 | 7 p.m.

Parade route starts at 77th Street and Greenfield Avenue, continues east on Greenfield towards 70th St.

Where are West Allis fireworks? ›

Thursday, July 4, 2024

11601 W. Lincoln Ave. The City of West Allis Independence Day Concert and Festival Foods Fireworks will take place Tuesday, July 4 at the West Allis Athletic Complex at Nathan Hale High School located at 11601 W. Lincoln Avenue.

What is West Allis famous for? ›

West Allis is also known for its incredible array of events that bring in hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Downtown's famous A La Carte, Food Truck Fridays at the Farmer's Market, the iconic Wisconsin State Fair - West Allis is home to events big and small that bring excitement year-round.

Why is a la carte more expensive? ›

Prices on an a la carte menu are typically based on factors such as ingredient costs, preparation time, complexity of the dish, and the restaurant's overhead expenses. Prices may vary for different dishes depending on these factors.

What is the route of the High Point Christmas parade? ›

The parade will begin at Green Drive and travel north on Main Street to Qubein Street. Parking is available at various businesses along the parade route as well as at the parking decks in the downtown area. High Point's wide Main Street and sidewalks provide a wonderful view of the parade all along the parade route.

Where is the Hollywood Christmas parade? ›

It follows a 3.5-mile (5.6 km) route along Hollywood Boulevard, then back along Sunset Boulevard, featuring various celebrities. Traditionally, Santa Claus appears at the end.

What is the route for the Spearfish Homecoming parade? ›

The parade will begin at State Street and Elgin Street near Spearfish Dog Park. The route will turn west on to Grant Street and travel to North Main Street, turn west (left) on Jackson Blvd, then turn north (right) on St. Joseph St, and then turn east (right) on Hillsview Dr ending at Spearfish High School.

What time does West Allis Central start? ›

West Allis Central High School:

Start Time: 7:47 a.m.

What time does the show low parade start? ›

Parade starts at 9:00 AM on the morning of the 4th - Leaving Owens, headed east on Deuce Of Clubs traveling to White Mountain Rd.

What time is the Blowing Rock parade? ›

Free games in Memorial Park, live music, and celebration all day! Main Street Parade at 10am.

Are fireworks illegal in West Allis? ›

As you celebrate, remember that possessing and lighting at-home fireworks are illegal in the City of West Allis. Fireworks are known to start unwanted fires, cause post-traumatic stress disorder episodes in veterans, challenge those with sensory needs, injure adults and children and cause distress to pets.

Where are National Mall fireworks set off? ›

Find a spot on the National Mall

The 17-minute display will start at 9:09 p.m. and will be launched from both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

When did fireworks come to the West? ›

Fireworks as such probably arrived in the 14th century, brought back from the East by Crusaders. They rapidly became a form of international entertainment. William Shakespeare mentions them in his plays and pyrotechnic effects were used in the productions.

What does the term a la carte mean? ›

The term “à la carte” is derived from French, meaning “according to the card,” where “the card” refers to the menu. It describes a menu style where dishes are listed and priced separately, offering diners the liberty to compose their meal from an array of individual options rather than being confined to a pre-set menu.

What is the meaning of a la carte package? ›

: with a separate price for each item on the menu or list. an à la carte dinner. Etymology. from French à la carte, literally "by the bill of fare"

What is the meaning of a la carte area? ›

In restaurants, à la carte (/ɑːləˈkɑːrt/; French pronunciation: [a la kaʁt]; lit. 'at the card') is the practice of ordering individual dishes from a menu in a restaurant, as opposed to table d'hôte, where a set menu is offered. It is an early 19th century loan from French meaning "according to the menu".

What does it mean to order a la carte? ›

"A la carte" is a French term that means "on the card" or "by the card." The term is often used in the food and hospitality industry to refer to a menu or list of items that can be ordered separately, rather than as part of a set or package.

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