Polka Parade
Polka Parade
Keeping polka music on the radio since 1982
Broadcasting On
1340 AM
98.7 FM
In Southeast Wisconsin
Polka Parade is the only remaining polka music radio program that originates from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Started in 1982, and now in our 43rd year on the radio, Polka Parade keeps the polka musical tradition alive by broadcasting four hours each Saturday over WJOI 1340 AM and 98.7 FM. The show is also streamed live anywhere in the USA and available on demand 24 hours a day anywhere in the world. Some of the finest polka DJs from the Midwest are featured as the parade of shows moves along throughout the morning. We start with traditional German music at 9:00 AM (CST), followed by an hour of the best in Polish style polkas, waltzes and obereks. Slovenian or Cleveland-style is up next, before finishing with a blend of all polka styles during the final hour. A wonderful list of advertisers and sponsors, further helped by the Polka Parade Pals, continues to make this one of the longest running polka radio shows in the country.
Heimat Echo
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Hear and enjoy a nice variety of German selections from Volksmusik to Schlagers as they lead the parade.
SATURDAYS
9:00am
Polish Hour
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Whether Eastern, Chicago, or Honky, you’ll find the best Polish-style music in the country during our second hour.
SATURDAYS
10:00am
Slovenian Hour
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
From some of the early pioneers through today’s stars, it’s hard-driving Slovenian-style during hour number three.
SATURDAYS
11:00am
Slovenian Mix
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Slovenian-style is joined by Dutchman, Czech, Polish, Tex-Mex and even a few modern twists for the final hour.
SATURDAYS
12:00pm
All times are Central Time Zone (CST)
Make a Donation and Join the Polka Parade Pals
What Some of Our Listeners Say
“We’ve got the radio on every Saturday for Milwaukee’s only remaining polka radio show. We never miss it!”
Tom & Lisa Hare – Milwaukee, Wis
“As a long time Polka Parade Pal, I want to thank all of you for helping to keep polka music alive and on the radio! ”
George Schram – New Berlin, Wis
“It’s great to start out the day with Heimat Echo followed by all of the wonderful polka music. It helps to make my Saturday!”
Deanna Sommerfeld – West Allis, Wis
Latest News
Winter Bonus Hour is Back!
By Don|2025-09-27T16:28:23-06:00September 27th, 2025|Announcements|
Winter, for many people, means things less to do, especially outside – making it the perfect time for more polka radio! Because WJOI’s gardening show takes their winter break, Polka Parade gets to provide you with an extra hour of polka radio every Saturday morning starting at 7:00 AM. You’ll hear the same great Polka Parade DJs as they take a turn hosing the Bonus Hour. This 5th hour of Polka Parade starts the first Saturday of November and runs through the end of February. Plus, you’ll still hear the regular Polka Parade hours throughout the morning. Set that alarm so you don’t miss a single minute of Polka Parade starting November 1, 2025 from 7:00-8:00 AM and continuing from 9:00 AM through 1:00 PM on 98.7 FM, 1340 AM and streaming live.
225 People Help Polka Parade Celebrate 40 Years on the Radio
By Don|2023-05-10T14:39:26-06:00May 10th, 2023|Events|
Polka Parade celebrated 40 years on the radio on Sunday, May 7. About 225 listeners, polka fans, musicians, and friends attended the event at the Polish Center of Wisconsin. Music was provided by the fabulous Klancnik & Friends, the David Austin band and the Steve Meisner band. Plenty of seating, a wooden dance floor, tasty sandwiches, beverages, and of course great music made for a very fun and memorable afternoon. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who attended, to those who helped, all of the bands for the great music, and to long-time advertising sponsor, the Polish Center of Wisconsin, for hosting this 40 year event celebration at their beautiful facility.
