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.

Sep

Top Kids’ Events in Milwaukee for October: Free & Must-See Activities

September 26, 2023Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee, Family Fun Hub

October in Milwaukee is brimming with vibrant fall colors, festive activities, and exciting free events for kids and families! 🍂🎃👻 From hiking among scarecrow displays at Retzer Nature Center to dancing at the BAYSHORE BOOgie Bash, this month offers a variety of fun Milwaukee events that are perfect for families. Dive into our curated list of the “Top 5 Free October Events for...

Sep

Trick or Treat Trains at the East Troy Railroad (2023)

September 3, 2023Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee, Family Fun Hub

The historic East Troy Railroad is again offering Trick-Or-Treat Trains this year, running four Fridays in October. Trains will run October 6th, 13th, 20st, and 27th, departing from the historic depot at 5:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale September 7th, 2023.. Kids are encouraged to come in costume and take a 20-minute train ride from...

Aug

10 Best Fall Festivals Around Milwaukee (2024)

August 24, 2023Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Festivals are happening all over the Milwaukee area in September and October, and there’s no better way to embrace the fall season. From apples and pumpkins to and Oktoberfest and sturgeon, this family-friendly event lineup revolves around all things autumn. 1. Harvest Fair (State Fair Park) Sept. 27 – 29, 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Park,...

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...

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