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Milwaukee Family Fun Guide

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.

With families now spending more time indoors and parents looking for homeschool options, Casa de Corazón in Shorewood (4114 N. Oakland Ave.) has developed a new E-Learning Platform that is open to all families. not just ones enrolled in their program. Each Friday, new videos are uploaded with videos of the Casa staff reading in...
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Running out of ideas for date night? Whether it’s because of busy schedules, tight budgets, or just wanting to avoid the hassle of going out, staying in can actually be a fantastic way to reconnect. The best part? Staying in can still feel like one of the most romantic couple activities if you try these ten creative at-home date...
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Author: Calie Herbst (Founder & Owner of MKEwithKids.com) COVID-19 Update: Let’s keep the summer dream alive, shall we? We’ve spoken with camp representatives and the concensus is that summer camps are still on for now. Check out our 2020 Summer Camp Guide for dozens of camps! Every year in the dead of winter, there’s always...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 Unit The Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest offers several short and kid-friendly hikes that...
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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...
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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...
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Remember when beer gardens weren’t even a thing around Milwaukee? Now there seems to be a few new ones popping up every year, and we’re not mad about it. But not all beer gardens are created equal for families, and some are more kid-friendly than others. Lucky for us all, Sprecher Outdoor Oasis at Maslowski...
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