Cirque du Lake Park – September 6, 2025

Sorry, Cirque du Lake Park is sold out!

Thank you to all our Members and Friends of Lake Park and sponsors for making Cirque du Lake Park 2025 a great success.

The Lake Park Friends’ mission covers a lot of ground—both literally and figuratively. We work and raise money to maintain the park’s 138 acres, provide programming for visitors, and preserve the original vision of renowned park designer Frederick Law Olmsted.

Our annual Cirque du Lake Park event plays a crucial role in the fundraising efforts for this mission, and our sponsors play a critical role in Cirque.

This year the LPF board has designated a special project for Cirque. We will raise funds to fabricate two bronze eagles to replace the ones that were stolen in the late 1960s from the Brigadier General Erastus B. Wolcott Statue. To recreate the eagles and restore the historic piece to its original state, $100,000 needs to be raised.

The evening festivities include live music, silent and live auctions, a wine pull, and a raffle. Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro will provide complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

Admission to the always-sold-out event is $75 for Lake Park Friends members and $100 for non-members. Cirque du Lake Park will be held under a big top at Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro, 3133 E. Newberry Blvd, Milwaukee, on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Cirque du Lake Park tickets are now on sale. Please use the form below to purchase your tickets.

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We hope you will consider joining us as a Cirque sponsor for 2025.

Sponsorships are critical in raising the funds needed. This year’s sponsorship levels are ready to take flight.

Your support helps us achieve our mission of promoting the preservation and enjoyment of Lake Park and raising funds for the restoration and enhancement of the park in the spirit of Frederick Law Olmsted.

Sponsorships at $250 or above will include two tickets to Cirque.

Sponsorship levels are:
$5,000+ — Soaring
2,500+ — Climbing
1,000+ — Sailing
$500+ — Winging
$250+ — Gliding
$100+ — Cruising

Become a Sponsor

You can also mail your sponsorship to Lake Park Friends, P.O. Box 71197, Milwaukee, WI 53211.

All donations are appreciated.

Sponsorships at the $250 level and higher received by Thursday, July 10 will be listed on the invitation and in event materials.

Sponsorships received by Wednesday, August 27 will be listed in the evening program.

If you have questions, contact Ann Wollmer at [email protected] or (414) 962-1680.

Calling All Lake Park Pups!

Does your dog love Lake Park? Now our furry friends can support the Lake Park Friend’s Cirque fundraiser!

For a $25 contribution, your dog (or favorite neighborhood pup friend, grandpup, etc.) will be designated a Lake Park Pup! And while supplies last, for your contribution you may pick-up a limited edition Lake Park Barker’s leash for your Park Pup at any summer concert.

Click here to donate to the Cirque du Lake Park for your favorite Park Pup:

Lake Park Pups Contribution