Seasonal Family Fun in Milwaukee: Activities for Every Season

Explore seasonal family fun in Milwaukee throughout the year! From summer splash pads and water parks to fall apple orchards and pumpkin patches, winter skiing and sledding, and festive holiday events, find the best activities for families in every season.

cow sculptures at Lynden Sculpture Garden in River Hills Wisconsin

Aug

10 Free Things To Do This Summer With Kids (2023)

August 12, 2023Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Summer Fun

Summer in Milwaukee is a season bursting with possibilities, especially when the kids are in tow. Who says you have to break the bank to have a memorable time? From exploring breathtaking waterfalls and sun-kissed beaches to hopping on The Hop Streetcar for an urban adventure, the city unveils a treasure trove of family fun...

Jul

12 Best Sunflower Farms in Southeastern Wisconsin (2024)

July 23, 2023Calie HerbstSummer Fun

Sunflower season is underway! Find local sunflower farms for your family to visit.

Blue Angels Milwaukee Air & Water Show Wisconsin

Jul

10 Best Places to View the Air & Water Show With Kids (2024)

July 18, 2023Calie HerbstSummer Fun

As the much-anticipated Milwaukee Air & Water Show approaches, families across Wisconsin are gearing up for an exciting weekend filled with awe-inspiring aerial and water-based acrobatics. This beloved event is one of Wisconsin’s largest free gatherings, and kids and families love to experience the thrill of the Blue Angels and more. The event grounds are...

Jul

9 Swimming Ponds & Lakes in Southeastern Wisconsin (2023)

July 2, 2023Calie HerbstSummer Fun

Southeastern Wisconsin is home to hundreds of ponds and lakes, but of course not all of them have public beaches for swimming. There are a select few in the Milwaukee area, and each of their sandy beaches is a popular summer destination for both onshore and water recreation. They’re the best places for building sandcastles,...

Jun

5 Best Things to do in July Around Milwaukee (With Kids!)

June 29, 2023Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Summer Fun

Summer is heating up, and July is filled with fresh new family-friendly events and activities. Here are our top picks for this month. 1. Lakefront Fireworks Get ready for an unforgettable evening of excitement and celebration as Milwaukee lights up the sky with a dazzling display of fireworks at the July 3rd Lakefront Fireworks. The...

Jun

July 3rd Lakefront Fireworks Return in 2023 (New Details!)

June 26, 2023Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Summer Fun

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of excitement and celebration as Milwaukee lights up the sky with a dazzling display of fireworks at the July 3rd Lakefront Fireworks. The air will be buzzing with anticipation, the scent of delicious food, and the sounds of laughter and joy in the atmosphere. This annual tradition is a...

Jun

Bubble Installation ‘Evanescent’ Popping Into Marcus Center This July (2023)

June 25, 2023Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Summer Fun

Downtown Milwaukee will welcome a new immersive public art installation to the Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds in July 2023 with the return of Rainbow Summer: HIGHLIGHT featuring Evanescent. Marcus Performing Arts Center(MPAC) and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 are partnering to bring the internationally touring installation “Evanescent” by Atelier Sisu to the MPAC Outdoor Grounds for one...

Jun

17 Milwaukee Playgrounds & Splash Pads Offer Free Activities and Meals (2023)

June 15, 2023Calie HerbstSummer Fun

Are you a parent in Milwaukee looking for fun and engaging activities for your children this summer? Milwaukee Recreation has got you covered with their summer playground program offering free games, activities, and meals through the summer. Starting from June 12, 2023, kids aged 6 to 17 can enjoy a wide range of enrichment activities,...

Jun

5 Best Summer Concerts for Kids & Families in Milwaukee (2024)

June 10, 2023Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Summer Fun

As the sun shines its brightest and the city comes alive with music, it’s time to gather your little ones and head to a summer concert! There are so many concert series happening around the city, but some are better for kids than others. Here are the top five summer concerts for kids and families...

Mar

Ultimate Milwaukee Membership Giveaway: Celebrating 10 Years of MKE With Kids

March 19, 2023Calie HerbstSpring Adventures

Milwaukee With Kids turns 10 this year! To celebrate, we’re giving away family memberships to some of our favorite destinations: Discovery World Family Membership ($125 value)Zoo Pass + Membership to the Zoological Society of Milwaukee ($175 value)Milwaukee Public Museum Family Membership ($135 value)Milwaukee Art Museum Family Membership ($95 value)Milwaukee Domes Household Membership ($65 value)Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Family+...

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