July 3 Summer Sounds Free Music Concert at Cedar Creek Park - "De La Buena" Afro-Cuban/Latin jazz band. This is the 7th annual Summer Sounds Free music series at Cedar Creek Park .  In addition to booking some of the hottest bands in the area, they've expanded with even more great food and a larger wine and beer selection; plus fresh-from-the-tap blonde root beer from Silver Creek Brewing Company! So come for an evening in the park and enjoy great music while sampling delicious foods and drinks - all in a simply exquisite setting! 

July 3 Cedarburg Music Festival Drum & Bugle competition held outdoors at Cedarburg High School Athletic Fields. 7:00pm
 
July 3 Cedarburg Farmer's Market-Treat yourself to farm fresh produce, flowers, perennials and herbs from local farmers. Additional edibles, freshly prepared bakery items, and an array of hand-crafted treats await you. Enjoy live, local music on occasion. The market will be held 9am - 3pm beginning June 19th and running through the end of October. 

 
July 4 Cedarburg Hometown Celebration and Parade -- Enjoy an old fashioned Fourth of July celebration like no other. Parade through downtown Cedarburg begins at 10:00am. A special performance by The Madison Scouts Drum & Bugle Corps will follow in Cedar Creek Park immediately after the parade. A day long picnic in the park will feature food, beverages, music and a performance by the Cedarburg Civic Band. Spectacular fireworks at dusk!
 
July 9 Gathering on the Green with "Al Jarreau"--Milwaukee's own seven-time Grammy winner returns home. The world-renowned jazz singer is the only artist to have received Grammy Awards in three separate categories: jazz, pop and R&B. With more than 15 albums to date, Jarreau has wowed audiences throughout the world with such hits as "We're in This Love Together," "So Good" and the theme song to TV's Moonlighting. He has been called "one of the world's greatest natural resources" by critics and the "voice of versatility" by the Chicago Tribune. With unparalleled style, Jarreau brings his jazz quartet and famous scat singing to Gathering for an evening of celebrating under the stars.  7:00 pm $20-$37.
 
July 9 Gala in the Park concert series presents "Freistadt Alte Kameraden." Concerts are held in Grafton's Veteran's Memorial Park Gazebo on the Milwaukee River.  Refreshments are available from Grafton Lions Club.  6:30pm.
 
July 10 Summer Sounds presents "Chasin Mason" -- Roots country laced with rock 'n roll.  Come for an evening at Cedar Creek Park and enjoy great music while sampling delicious foods and drinks - all in a simply exquisite setting! Free admission.

 
July 10 Cedarburg Farmer's Market 9-3pm (see July 3rd entry above for details).
 
July 11 Gathering on the Green -- Festival of the Performing Arts --A Red, White & Blue Tribute Our 15th Anniversary Celebration.  Park opens at 4:00 p.m, performance at 7:30 p.m. $15-37 Children 12 and under FREE. Have an evening of fun and enjoyment as you watch a unique, collaborative performance with the Milwaukee Ballet, Florentine Opera Company, Bel Canto Chorus and the Gathering on the Green Festival Orchestra, conducted by Richard Hynson. Bring your own picnic or try food from our on-site restaurants. You won't want to leave without seeing our fireworks choreographed to music. One critic has called them "the best in the Milwaukee area."
 
July 11 Garden Walk -- The Cedarburg Woman's Club is celebrating their 100th anniversary.  In conjunction with this milestone, the Club is hosting their 1st Annual Garden Walk from 9:00am - 4:00pm and features beautiful gardens from seven area homes. Tickets are $7.00 in advance and can be purchased at Cornerstone Community Bank, Savon Nouveau, Piggly Wiggly, Lammscape in Jackson or at the featured homes on the day of the event. A continuous free shuttle bus from Cedarburg's Community Center Gym will be running throughout the day. The tickets will be available the day of the show for $8 per person, sold at each of the garden tour locations.

 

July 11 Art Exhibit -- "Subject Matters: The Art of Patrice Herbst, Katie Musolff and Colette Odya Smith", three of Wisconsin's top painters. This exhibit is an exploration of the artist's inspiration. The exhibit runs July 12 through August 30 at the Cedarburg Culteral Center, Columbia St. Mary Gallery. An artist's reception is planned for Saturday, July 18, 2009 from 6 to 9pm. The reception is open to the public and admission is free.
 
July 11 Summer Sundays at Harrington Beach State park offers family-oriented activities.  "Murder in the Park!" is the focus of the July event.  There are no fees for the events, but a Wisconsin State Park sticker is required ($25). 
 
July 16 Gala in the Park free concert series presents "Ladies Must Swing." Concerts are held in Grafton's Veteran's Memorial Park Gazebo on the Milwaukee River.  Refreshments are available from Grafton Lions Club.  6:30pm.
 
July 17 Fish Fry at American Legion, Peter Wollner Post No. 288 located at W57 N481 Hilbert Avenue, Cedarburg.  Carry outs are available, please call 262-377-9987 to place your order; 4-9pm.
 
July 17 Cedarburg Farmer's Market 9-3pm (see July 3rd entry above for details).
 
July 17 Summer Sounds presents "Willie Porter"-- Contemporary American folk. Summer Sounds Free music series at Cedar Creek Park in Cedarburg!  Come for an evening in the park and enjoy great music while sampling delicious foods and drinks - all in a simply exquisite setting!

July 18-19 Cedarburg German Festival -- The city of Cedarburg invites all to enjoy 2 days of festivities to celebrate the German Heritage of this historic town.  This festival will take place at Cedar Creek Park and will offer German music and performance groups for your entertainment, live cuckcoo clock show while enjoying great German cuisine. Games for all ages, kids cartoon area & international auto show. Also featuring a sheepshead tournament and farmers market at the Cedarburg Cultural Center. 10am - 9pm.
 
July 18-19 Antique Power Reunion Tractor & Machinery Show 8-5pm Ozaukee County Pioneer Village, Saukville, WI.
 
July 19 Maxwell Street Days at Fireman's Park Ozaukee County Fairgrounds.  This is the 42st year for this popular flea market...a Cedarburg Volunteer Fire Department Tradition. Antiques, collectibles, crafts, sports, pottery and produce...rummage, food & beverages. Four dates each year, rain or shine. No charge. Gates open at 6:00am.  For more information call (262) 377-8412 or e-mail: maxstday@execpc.com.
 
July 21 Festivals of Cedarburg, Inc. will host the 4th Annual WDSC Cedarburg Cycling Classic, on Tuesday July 21. The Classic started in 1969 in Milwaukee and has now expanded to a 17 day event at locations throughout Southeastern Wisconsin and Illinois. Biking champions from all over the world and the US will be competing.
 
July 23 Gala in the Park concert series presents "Tim Castle & Young Southern."  Concerts are held in Grafton's Veteran's Memorial Park Gazebo on the Milwaukee River.  Refreshments are available from Grafton Lions Club.  6:30pm.
 
July 23-24 The 53rd annual Ridikulus Days Sidewalk Sale. Stroll along Washington Avenue throughout the Cedarburg business district to enjoy bargains from local merchants. Hours: 9am to 5pm on both Thursday and Friday. (Some merchants may continue on Saturday and Sunday; hours are at their discretion.)
 
July 24 Cedarburg Farmer's Market 9-3pm (see July 3rd entry above for details).

July 26 Ozaukee County Fair's 150th Anniversary Parade.  Includes the unique marching style and precession of the South Shore Drill Team 1:00pm.
 
July 26 Old Time Fiddlers' Contest Ozaukee County Pioneer Village - 4880 Hwy I, Saukville; Noon.
 
July 29 - August 2 Ozaukee County Fair.  The last free County Fair in S.E. Wisconsin. Join us for demo derby, 4-H presentations and competition, animal shows, livestock, carnival, music, food and beverage. Event to be held at The County Fairgrounds @ Fireman's Park. Tentative Hours: Wed - noon to midnight Thurs - Sat - 8am to midnight Sun - 8am to 8pm 2009 marks the Ozaukee County Fair's 150th anniversary! We are very excited, and are looking forward to a big fair this year with lots of exciting events. Here are some of the events you can enjoy: A parade on Sunday, July 26th; fireworks on opening night; July 29th a large exhibit with lots of old antiques; new rides from Rainbow Valley Rides.  We Need Your Help! In honor of our 150th Ozaukee County Fair, we are seeking the public's help in obtaining fair photos.
 
July 30 Gala in the Park concert series presents"Dueling Pianos."  Concerts are held in Grafton's Veteran's Memorial Park Gazebo on the Milwaukee River.  Refreshments are available from Grafton Lions Club.  6:30pm.
 
July 31 Summer Sounds presents "Fever Marlene" Indie Rock, free concert at Cedar Creek Park in Cedarburg.  Come for an evening in the park and enjoy great music while sampling delicious foods and drinks - all in a simply exquisite setting!

We always love when berries come into season, and this recipe with its hint of nutmeg makes the most of fresh blackberries.  Great with raspberries too!