Best of Milwaukee: Family-Friendly Activities, Restaurants, Parks & More

Explore the very best that Milwaukee has to offer for families! From adventurous playgrounds and scenic parks to family-friendly restaurants and interactive museums, our Best of Milwaukee guide is packed with top activities and destinations for all ages.

Whether you’re in the mood for hiking in nature, enjoying art and theater, or seeking out seasonal fun, this comprehensive resource has something for everyone.

With sections dedicated to special needs, sports, shopping, and more, you’ll find everything you need to make the most of family time in Milwaukee.

Aug

Brewers Trading Cards Return: A Milwaukee Tradition Lives On

August 22, 2024Calie HerbstSports & Recreation

If you grew up in Milwaukee, there’s a good chance you remember the thrill of spotting a police officer in the neighborhood, not just for the safety they provided but for something a little more exciting—Brewers trading cards. These small pieces of cardboard, featuring your favorite players, were more than just collectibles; they were a...

Aug

‘Gold Over America’ Tour Brings Simone Biles to Milwaukee This September

August 20, 2024Calie HerbstArt, Music, & Theater

Milwaukee gymnastics fans, mark your calendars! On Saturday, September 28th, at 7:30 PM, the Fiserv Forum will host the Athleta Presents Gold Over America Tour (GOAT), a spectacular event led by Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all time. www.goldoveramericatour.com This pop concert-style show will feature jaw-dropping athleticism, high-energy choreography, and an inspiring message of hope,...

Aug

The Big Bounce America is Coming to Milwaukee This September

August 20, 2024Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee, Family Fun Hub

From September 6-8, 2024, The Big Bounce America, the world’s largest touring inflatable event, will be setting up at Henry Maier Festival Park. With massive inflatables and dedicated sessions for all ages, this event is perfect for families with kids of all ages. What to Expect The Big Bounce America is an entire inflatable playground spread...

Aug

Custard MKE: Your One Stop Shop for Flavors of the Day

August 20, 2024Calie HerbstFamily-Friendly Restaurants

In Milwaukee, frozen custard isn’t just a treat—it’s a way of life. Whether it’s the dead of winter or the height of summer, there’s nothing that warms (or cools) our hearts like a rich, creamy scoop of our favorite flavor. And now, thanks to a brilliant new website, CustardMKE.com, we can keep track of all those...

Aug

Red Bull Wakeboarding Competition Comes to Milwaukee’s Lakefront (Free!)

August 20, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Summer Fun

Milwaukee is about to make a splash with the U.S. debut of Red Bull Wake The City, an exciting and innovative wakeboarding competition coming to Lakeshore State Park on August 31, 2024. This event, which had a successful start in Milan, Italy, brings a unique doubles format to wakeboarding, where 36 of the world’s top riders...

Aug

China Lights “Year of the Dragon” Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens on September 13

August 14, 2024Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI – August 8, 2024 – The much-anticipated China Lights lantern festival is making its return to Boerner Botanical Gardens from September 13 to October 27, 2024. Themed “Year of the Dragon,” this year’s event will showcase over 40 new, larger-than-life lantern displays, including a 48-foot-tall “Palace of Heaven” housing a dragon making its U.S....

Aug

Explore ‘United Plants Across America’ at The Domes This Summer

August 13, 2024Calie HerbstGardens & Parks

The Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, better known as The Domes, is inviting families to take a one-of-a-kind horticultural road trip with their new exhibit, “United Plants Across America.” Running through Sunday, September 8th, this special exhibit transforms The Domes’ Show Dome into a floral journey across the United States. What to Expect: As you wander through...

Aug

The Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist for Parents (2024)

August 13, 2024Calie HerbstSummer Fun

As summer winds down, it’s time to start thinking about the back-to-school essentials. We’ve put together a quick checklist to help you get everything in order before the first bell rings! 1. Clothing and Shoes Fit Check: Kids grow so fast! Go through their clothes to see what still fits and what needs replacing. Uniforms:...

Aug

‘Hoancoming’ Lights Up Milwaukee: MKE With Kids Stage at Pere Marquette Park

August 9, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Summer Fun

An exciting day of family fun, live music, and vibrant community activities is coming to Pere Marquette Park as Hoancoming, Milwaukee’s Fresh Coast Party, returns on August 17, 2024. This annual fundraising celebration for Light The Hoan promises a day filled with festivities both on land and water. MKE with Kids Stage @ Pere Marquette...

Aug

Hop Summer Nights Returns With Free Popsicles & Live Music