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FRI · MAY 1 · 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

May Day Parade

Charles Allis Art Museum· 1801 N Prospect Ave
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Join the community parade for International Workers' Day, starting at Charles Allis Art Museum.

Part I

The details

About this event

The May Day Parade is a vibrant community event celebrating International Workers' Day. Starting at the Charles Allis Art Museum, participants are invited to create their own signs and banners before marching together across the Brady Street bridge to the Milwaukee Lakefront. This event is a perfect opportunity to connect with others and express solidarity in a meaningful way.

The parade is free and open to everyone, making it an inclusive event for all ages. Whether you're passionate about workers' rights or simply looking to join a community gathering, this parade offers a unique way to engage with the local community. Bring a friend, make a sign, and be part of a movement that celebrates unity and solidarity.

From the organizer

We will begin at the Charles Allis Art Museum for the creation of our parade signs and banners, and later walk together across the Brady Street bridge and the Milwaukee Lakefront in a demonstration of solidarity for International Worker's Day. Bring a friend and join your community this May Day! Free and open to the public!

Getting in

  • Free — Just Show Up

  • Registration required — must sign up

What's It Actually Like?

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Who'll Be There

Expect a mix of local community members, families, artists, and activists. The event's free nature and focus on solidarity suggest a diverse crowd, likely skewing towards those interested in social justice and community engagement.

What You'll Leave With

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Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

You'll leave with

A memory
A new connection

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