Spring Activities for Families in Milwaukee | Best Things to Do This Spring

Explore the best spring activities for families in Milwaukee, including tulip festivals, Mother’s Day specials, St. Patrick’s Day parades, maple sugaring events, and more.

Find free and affordable ways to enjoy the season with your kids.

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May

5 Free Admission Specials For Mother’s Day This Year (2024)

May 1, 2024Calie HerbstSpring Adventures

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th, 2024 and there are some great deals and specials around town just for moms. Plus, we’ve rounded up some great brunch options. Here are our favorite ideas for celebrating mom this weekend: 1. Milwaukee Public Museum The Milwaukee Public Museum offers one free adult admission on Mother’s Day....

Apr

‘Big Truck Day’ Rolls Into Red Arrow Park May 18, 2024 (Free!)

April 26, 2024Calie HerbstSpring Adventures

Back this year and better than ever, Big Truck Day returns to Red Arrow Park Saturday, May 18th. 2024 from 11:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. in Red Arrow Park. This free event features over a dozen big rigs from the Department of Public Works, Milwaukee Fire Department, and Milwaukee Police Department and offers children a unique...

Apr

25 Fun and Free Spring Activities For Kids (2025)

April 3, 2024Calie HerbstSpring Adventures

Spring is in full bloom—the flowers are vibrant, the sun is shining, and the air feels crisp and refreshing. But for parents, the season often brings a familiar question: How can I keep my kids entertained and active during these spring months, especially during spring break? That’s why I’ve created this list of simple and...

Mar

25 Free Things To Do This Spring With Your Kids

March 28, 2024Calie HerbstSpring Adventures

Spring is a beautiful time of year in Milwaukee, with warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and longer days. It’s the perfect time to get out of the house with your kids and explore all that the city has to offer. However, finding affordable activities that everyone will enjoy can be a challenge. That’s why we’ve put...

Mar

5 Perfect Milwaukee Pie Stops to Celebrate Pi Day (2024)

March 13, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Spring Adventures

It’s Pi Day, celebrated worldwide on March 14th (3.14, get it?). But fear not, this isn’t a math quiz; it’s an invitation to join in on a delicious tradition right here in Milwaukee. Why Pi Day? Pi Day isn’t just for mathematicians; it’s a day that brings people together over the universal love for pie,...

Mar

100 Milwaukee Staycation Ideas for Spring Break (2024)

March 10, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Spring Adventures

If traveling is not in your future this Spring Break, an epic staycation can be. To keep your kids entertained and engaged during Spring Break, look no further than your own backyard! Milwaukee has a plethora of exciting and unique staycation ideas that are perfect for families with kids of all ages. Whether you want...

Mar

3 Beautiful Tulip Festivals Near Milwaukee (2024)

March 8, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Spring Adventures

Spring has sprung, and what better way to celebrate than with a visit to a gorgeous tulip festival right here in the Milwaukee area? One of the earliest perennials to bloom in spring, the tulip grows in a variety of colors that herald the beauty of the season. If you get the chance to visit...

Feb

5 Shamrockin’ St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Milwaukee 🍀(2024)

February 28, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Spring Adventures

St. Patrick’s Day is a fun-filled holiday celebrated by people of all ages, and Milwaukee has a plethora of events to mark the occasion. However, not all St Patrick’s Day events are best suited for families with young children. It can be frustrating to spend time searching for events only to realize they aren’t age-appropriate....

Feb

Hop Into Spring Fun: Bayshore Bunny Hop Festival (Free!)

February 26, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Spring Adventures

Spring is in the air, and BAYSHORE is inviting families to welcome the season in style at their 3rd annual Bunny Hop Festival! This beloved community event is set to take place on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm in the Rotunda at BAYSHORE, promising an afternoon filled with fun, music,...

Feb

5 Maple Sugaring Events for Families in Southeast Wisconsin (2024)

February 22, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Spring Adventures

As late winter gives way to early spring in Milwaukee, that can only mean one thing: Maple sugaring season is here! But did you know it takes 40 gallons of sap to make just one gallon of syrup? In this blog post, you’ll find interactive, hands-on maple sugaring events throughout Southeastern Wisconsin that are perfect...

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