Valley Week Returns to Milwaukee’s Menomonee River Valley This September

Milwaukee, WI, September 15, 2026 —

Valley Week, an annual event celebrating Milwaukee’s Menomonee River Valley, is set to return this fall. The week-long event is scheduled to take place from September 19 to September 26.

The Menomonee River Valley, a revitalized industrial area, serves as the backdrop for this comprehensive celebration. While the summary states that Valley Week will feature a week-long celebration with diverse activities, specific details regarding the nature of these activities were not provided. These activities typically aim to showcase the valley’s transformation, its environmental efforts, and its growing role as a hub for recreation and economic development.

Past iterations of Valley Week have often included a variety of events such as guided tours, educational programs, volunteer opportunities, and community gatherings. These events are designed to engage the public and highlight the ongoing efforts to improve and utilize the Menomonee River Valley. The exact schedule and types of activities planned for the September 2024 event are expected to be announced closer to the date.

The Menomonee River Valley has undergone significant redevelopment over the past two decades, transitioning from a heavily industrialized area to a mixed-use district that balances industrial activity, green spaces, and recreational paths. Events like Valley Week play a crucial role in fostering public awareness and appreciation for the valley’s unique landscape and its ongoing evolution.

Further information regarding the organizers of Valley Week and a detailed itinerary of the diverse activities will likely be made available as the September dates approach.

Story summarized from the original created by Menomonee Valley Partners on urbanmilwaukee.com, see more information here.