Milwaukee Public Schools will close on Friday as the city prepares to celebrate the Milwaukee Brewers' first World Series title with a championship parade. The Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida, securing the franchise's long-awaited championship.
Catcher William Contreras was named the World Series Most Valuable Player after the series-clinching victory. The parade is scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026, with city officials announcing school closures to allow students and families to participate in the celebration.
