Good morning, Waukesha.

Today, the Civic Band performs at Les Paul Performance Center (321 Wisconsin Ave.) from 8 to 9 p.m. and water skiing starts at Fowler Lake at 7 p.m. More events in downtown Hartland and the county airport offer food trucks, parades, and festivals through the weekend.

An individual at Saukville Kwik Trip purchased a $3.8M Megabucks ticket on Wednesday, June 24, marking the largest lottery win in state this year.

It is the second Megabucks jackpot in 2026.

Over 500 visitors attended a brat fry fundraiser on Tuesday in the Oconomowoc Police Department lot, raising over $3,000 for the First Responder Peer Support program (supporting local first responders).

Western Lakes Fire District organized the event after losing a kickball game at last year’s National Night Out.

First Student hosted its third annual Big Bus, No Big Deal event on June 25 in Waukesha to help address the driver shortage and encourage local applicants.

The company offers 40 hours of paid training and $25.50 per hour (guaranteeing 25 paid hours weekly) with no experience needed.

Pewaukee-based employee-owned holding company OwnersEdge announced its planned leadership succession and shared that co-CEO Rob Dillon will serve as sole CEO beginning July 1 (announcement made June 23).

Costco, a new 160,000 sqft warehouse store, is set to open Aug.

8 in Oconomowoc (located near Pabst Farms—south of Pabst Farms Boulevard, north of I-94, and west of Sawyer Road) with membership tents already in place and a new gas station coming soon.

A Wisconsin Farm Bureau Marketbasket survey shows that a Fourth of July cookout now costs 7.5 percent more than last year, with a total of $75.50 for 12 items feeding 10 guests.

Prices increased notably for ground beef, strawberries and ice cream ingredients.

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

6-10 p.m. — Lowell Park — Free entry — Celebrate America's independence with a beer garden, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show.

THE GUFS | Sunset Concert Series

6-9 p.m. — Milwaukee Tool Amphitheater — Free entry — Rock out with The Gufs and enjoy a beautiful sunset at this family-friendly concert.

Sebastian Bach Live

7-9:30 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Ticket required — Experience the high-energy performance of hard rock legend Sebastian Bach and his iconic hits.

Hoobastank Live in Waukesha

8 p.m. — Waukesha County Fairgrounds — Tickets from $124 — Experience unforgettable live music with Hoobastank.

.38 Special Live Concert

.38 Special — 8-11 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the legendary Southern rock band known for their timeless hits.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

July 21-23 — Center Court Sports Complex — Limited spots available — Boost your basketball skills with high-intensity training focused on ball handling, shooting, and decision-making.

2026 WKC Summer Splash Admission Ticket

12 PM-5 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Daily admission available for 2-day or 3-day tickets — Celebrate the joy of dogs with Waukesha Kennel Club's Summer Splash event.

Waukesha Kennel Club Summer Splash Dog Show

8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Entry fee may apply — Experience Wisconsin's largest outdoor dog show featuring conformation, trials, and more.