Discover the best family activities, events, and tips on Milwaukee With Kids! Explore outdoor fun, DIY crafts, educational resources, science experiments, and more, all designed to entertain and engage your kids.
Let’s not overthink this. You don’t have to be a creative genius to entertain your kids at home. Here’s a handy list of 25 simple things you can do to spend time together at home. Print if off and stick it on your refrigerator for the moments where you can’t seem to remember anything to...Read More
Health officials are saying that the spread of Coronavirus in the U.S. is a matter of “when” not “if”, so here are some things you can do *before* a COVID-19 outbreak arrives in Milwaukee. 1. Manage your expectations. A COVID-19 outbreak could last for a long time. Depending on the severity of the outbreak, public...Read More
These events have passed. It’s a winter wonderland out there, and love is in the air. We found six fun events around Milwaukee to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your family: 1. Downtown Ice Sculptures (Free!) Friday, February 14 | 12:00pm – 6:00pm Website For the first-time ever, you can celebrate love on Wisconsin Avenue, where...Read More
Tactile panels in the museum’s new sensory room provide different textures that can provide stimulation or a calming focus. The Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) opened its new sensory room in October, sponsored by The Ziemann Foundation. The room offers visitors a calm place to retreat from the museum’s sensory-rich exhibits which can be overwhelming for...Read More
What a treasure this is. Bookworm Gardens, a sprawling greenspace based entirely on children’s literature, offers free admission and hours of whimsical fun to area families. Located just off the highway in Sheboygan, it is well worth the 50 minute drive from Milwaukee. It’s one of our favorite day trips from our list: 100 Best Day Trips From...Read More
The Milwaukee skyline was forever changed with the completion of the magnificent Quadracci Pavilion at the Milwaukee Art Museum in 2001. Among the many world-class museums in Milwaukee, the Art Museum is a must-visit for families. You can also enjoy reduced admission to the Art Museum during Milwaukee Museum Days. Quick Tips for Parents: The Art...Read More
The outside world may be chaotic and ever-changing, but overnight camping with the family is the same as it ever was. Explore the great outdoors at these nearby state parks: 1. Kettle Moraine State Forest Pike Lake Unit3544 Kettle Moraine Rd., Hartford, WI 53086 (262) 670-3400 Photo: @cirahrah425 The Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle...Read More
Hi, I’m Calie, owner of Milwaukee With Kids. We’re introducing a brand new series! Each week or so, I sit down with movers and shakers in Milwaukee who are making it a great city for families and supporting MKEwithKids.com. This week we’re chatting with Victoria Stevenson at the Milwaukee Ballet about taking ballet to the...Read More
The Milwaukee Riverwalk is a great way to explore the city on foot. The Downtown Riverwalk leads you past our city’s main Theater District, including the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts (home of First Stage Children’s Theater, Milwaukee Ballet, and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra), Milwaukee Repertory Theater, and the Pabst & Riverside Theatres. Pro...Read More
