Find things to do in Lake Country and Waukesha County with kids this weekend!
September 11-13, 2026
Welcome to the Weekend Guide from Lake Country Family Fun. Find our top picks for things to do this weekend, a link to the full events calendar, the weather for your outdoor weekend fun, and our local sponsors that keep the lights on here so we can keep bringing you the best local family fun and you can keep making fun memories with your family!
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9/11 Remembrance – 25th Anniversary
FRIDAY
Held at Village Green Park in downtown Oconomowoc.

*Waukesha JBF Sale Fall/Winter 2026
ALL WEEKEND
Held at the Waukesha County Expo Center.

*Visit Peck and Bushel
ALL WEEKEND
Held at Peck and Bushel in Colgate!! Tap the image to find our full list of apple orchards as well.

*St. Charles Fall Fest
ALL WEEKEND
Held at St. Charles parking lot in Hartland

*Apple and Sunflower Fest
ALL WEEKEND
Held at Basses Farms in Colgate.

Oconomowoc Fall Fest
FRIDAY + SATURDAY
Held at downtown Oconomowoc; along Wisconsin Ave and the Village Green.

Build a Scarecrow at Home
ALL WEEKEND
Build a Scarecrow at home to place along Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center. Tap the image for details.

See a Planetarium Show
SATURDAY
Held at the Planetarium at Retzer Nature Center in Waukesha. Indoor fun option! (Plus, visit the animals while there!)

Storytime at the Hausmann Nature Center at Lapham Peak
SATURDAY
Held at the Hausmann Nature Center within Lapham Peak.

Town Truck Day
SATURDAY
Held at the Corners of Brookfield

*Delafield Brewhaus Oktoberfest
Saturday
Held at Delafield Brewhaus.

*Nature Navigator: A Girl Scout Adventure
SATURDAY
Held at Lapham Peak in Delafield.

*Delafield Wine Walk and Brew Fest
SATURDAY
Held in downtown Delafield.

*Divine Redeemer Hartland Oktoberfest
SATURDAY
Held at Divine Redeemer in Hartland.

*Head to a Farmers Market
ALL WEEKEND
Tap our guide for locations and times.

Find a Fall Fest!
ALL WEEKEND
Tap the image for our list of 2026 Fall Festivals. There are more this weekend than listed above!

Find a Beer Garden
ALL WEEKEND
Tap the image for a local beer garden popping up!

Get Some Ice Cream!
ALL WEEKEND
Try one of these 20 ice cream shops before they close for the season!

Splash in Splash Pad to Beat the Heat
ALL WEEKEND
Tap the image for the full guide. LAST CALL! Most splash pads close this weekend!!

Get lost in a Field of Sunflowers
ALL WEEKEND
Tap the image to find a sunflower field near you! We just visited Lannon Sunflower Field again and it's as beautiful as ever.

Visit a New to You Park!
ALL WEEKEND
Tap the image to find your new favorite!

Try a New Gym of Fitness Class
ALL WEEKEND
Tap the image to find your new favorite!
We have intro deals from Oconomowoc Burn Boot Camp and 8th State Hot Yoga + Fitness and CMB Fitness in Pewaukee through the link! 8th State Hot Yoga + Fitness just launched their Summer Sweat Triple Threat Challenge this week! Be sure to join and win free swag 🙂

Try a Date Night!
ALL WEEKEND
Tap the image for our updated summer date night guide!
Spargo Salon, Spa and MediSpa
BACK TO SCHOOL. BACK TO YOU.
Because self-care isn’t selfish, Mom. You deserve to feel good, too.
Kids back to school.
Mom back to self-care.
For over 26 years, Spargo Salon Spa & MediSpa has become your one-stop shop for all things beauty & wellness — all under one roof. From hair, massage, nails and facials to makeup, microblading, lashes, Head Spa, cosmetic injections, lasers and some of the best laser hair removal and pricing around, we’ve got you covered.
Now it’s your turn. Take a little time for YOU and book your reset at Spargo located at 1001 Cecelia Dr in Pewaukee.
262-695-7400
Spargospa.com/book-an-appointment
Tell the staff at Spargo that Lake Country Family Fun sent you!
THURSDAY:
Sunny, with a high near 75. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph in the morning.
FRIDAY:
Sunny, with a high near 78. Light south wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
SATURDAY:
A 20 percent chance of showers before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 79.
SUNDAY:
A 40 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 75.
*from weather.gov for 53066 on 9/8/2026
Amazon Affiliate Link: Our favorite paper planner. I’m on my 5th year and gifted one to all my team members!!
The Lake Country Playhouse & Academy in Hartland
FALL FREE WEEK starts Monday!! Ages 4-18 | September 14–20, 2026
Try a youth theatre class with our Academy absolutely FREE — no commitment, just come see what the buzz is about! From Improv & Tech to Broadway Dance and Mini Musicals, there’s a class for every young performer.
MORE INFO: lakecountryplayhousewi.
Classes officially begin September 21 — register today to lock in your spot!
Plus, tickets are now ON SALE for Dare to Dream Jr., running October 22 – November 1! Your favorite Disney music, all in one joyful hour.
TICKETS: lakecountryplayhou
Seasonal Guides to Skim:

Find the Best Fish Fry in the Area!
Tap for details and to see who won the best fish on 2026!

Find the Most Tried and True Baby Gear
Tap the image for the full list compiled by our friends at Moreland OB-GYN.

Free Summer Fun Guide
Find ideas for a FREE summer!
🛍️ Family Favorites We Use (Affiliate Links)
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- A popular pick for luggage that our team uses for getaways.
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- Our favorite scooter. We have two and the kids have been using them for years! We take them on trips, too!
- In 2025, my youngest got this scooter and now that is her favorite to ride around on at home.
- A popular pick for a door organizer for the mudroom/coat closet that Stephanie uses in her home. Every family member gets a labeled pocket for their outdoor gear, sunglasses, etc…
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Waukesha County Fitness Guide
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Lake Country Photography Guide
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Grocery Delivery and Pick Up Options
NEWLY Updated Make every day easy with grocery pickup and delivery. Great options in our area.

Lake Country Coffee Shop Guide
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Playgroups and Mom Groups Guide
Are you looking for moms groups or other moms to meet up with and playgroups to join with children the same age as your children? We have compiled a list of moms groups in the area.

Waukesha County Preschool Guide
Find 30+ Local Preschools Find which local preschool is the best fit for your family!

Birthday Party Guide
Find 50+ Local Birthday Venues + Local Businesses Celebrate your little one or yourself with one of these fun ideas!
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Thanks for sharing! I have off this Friday and wanted to do something fun with my kids. I think we’ll check out the Food Trucks and then the drive-in concrete at night with my husband. I’ve seen a lot of friends going to drive-in concerts and I’ve wanted to go to one too, so this works out perfectly. Thanks again!
You’re welcome! We really enjoyed the Food Truck at the airport to watch the planes. Do plan extra time in case there is a line for food. Enjoy the concert as well!
I have heard about the Brookfields Farmers Market but never made it out. I think my kids would love it! I remember my first bartering lessons were at the swap meet!
Farmers markets are amazing for kids! It’s a great way to see and buy homemade, fresh local produce and products.
Thank you so much for the sledding hill guide and map! I’m afraid the kids have been getting incredibly restless lately now that the holidays are over and along with the pandemic. Could use some good sledding time to get it out of their system!
You are very welcome. We loved putting it together.