BAYSHORE is gearing up for the school year with its annual Back to School Fun Fest, presented by St. Francis Children’s Center.
This free, family-friendly event promises an afternoon filled with engaging activities and entertainment for kids of all ages.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 7
- Time: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Location: The Yard at BAYSHORE
Activities and Attractions: From 12:00 to 3:00 PM, the event will feature a variety of interactive stations and performances:
- Kid Boogie Down: A lively dance party that will get kids moving.
- Mad Science Fun Stations: Hands-on science activities that spark curiosity.
- Milwaukee Public Museum: Fossil and dinosaur exploration stations.
- Elite Sports Clubs: Bounce house fun for energetic kids.
- Petting Zoo: A chance for kids to meet and interact with friendly animals.
- Face Painting: Creative designs to brighten up the day.
- Instrument Discovery Zone: An opportunity for kids to explore different musical instruments.
- Giveaways: The first 500 kids will receive drawstring bags with flamingo and dinosaur designs.
Special Highlights:
- Free Showing of Rock Dog 3: Battle The Beat: After the fun fest, stay for a free screening of “Rock Dog 3: Battle The Beat” from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. This animated film follows musician Bodi on his quest to restore the legendary name of Angus Scattergood.
Food and Vendors: Various vendors and pop-up partners will be present, offering food, drinks, and more:
- St. Francis Children’s Center
- Jacksons Kool Cups
- Shorty’s Grilled Cheese
- El Sazon Dominicano
- Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
- Brass Bell Music Store
- Cottonmouth Cotton Candy
- GEE Funny Farm
- Kid Boogie Down
- Mad Science
- Milwaukee Public Museum
- VIBEZ Creative Arts Space
Important Information:
- Alcohol carry-ins and animals are prohibited at the event.
For more information, head to https://thebayshorelife.com/events/.
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