Easter weekend has arrived, and with it are many fun, family-friendly events. Here are our top picks:
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Easter Egg Hunt at MOTOR Bar & Restaurant
400 W. Canal St., Milwaukee, WI 53201
April 20, 2025, 10 a.m.
Admission: $5 (reservations required)
Families are invited to hop on down to the Harley-Davidson Museum campus for a festive day of springtime fun. This family-friendly event kicks off with a massive outdoor egg hunt with over 4,000 hidden eggs — and NEW this year: one giant golden egg packed with exciting surprises.
The hunt begins at 10 a.m. sharp at the iconic Hill Climber statue. Kids will also have the chance to meet and take photos with the Easter Bunny as he hops through the festivities.
Reserve your spot in the egg hunt; it’s $5 per person to secure your spot, but each participant will get a $5 voucher redeemable in MOTOR on the day of the event. After the thrill of the hunt, families can refuel with a delicious Easter Brunch at MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant.
TOP EASTER EVENTS
Egg Day at the Zoo
Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53226
April 19, 2025, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Adults $19.75; Children (3-12) $16.75; Seniors $18.75; Members / Children 2 & Under FREE; Parking $15 (Milwaukee County residents save $1.75 on admission)
The Zoo will be filled with “egg-straordinary” spring-themed activities! Watch your favorite animals, explore the Egg Hunt trail, grab a set of bunny ears, listen to live music, play games for prizes, spot the Easter Bunny in the parade, and more! All activities are included with Zoo admission unless otherwise noted. Registration is not required, and Zoo Pass membership is valid for this event.
Spring Fling Egg Hunt at Discovery World
500 N. Harbor Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Saturday, April 19, 2025, 9-10 a.m. (while supplies last)
Admission: Adults $25; Children (3-17) / Seniors $21; Military / College Students $19; Access Admission (for those who qualify) $7; Members / Children 2 & Under FREE
Bring the whole family down to Discovery World to search for eggs throughout the museum while enjoying our exhibits! The egg hunt starts at 9:00 a.m. and continues while supplies last. Save on your Discovery World admission ticket when you purchase in advance online.
Airplane Easter Egg Drop in Grafton
Grafton High School, 1950 Washington St., Grafton, WI 53024
Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10 a.m.
Admission: FREE (Register here)
This is a great community event for all ages. There will be more than 20,000 eggs, bounce houses, family photo ops with the Easter Bunny, food trucks, prizes, and more! Find one of 30+ golden eggs to win special giveaway prizes. The event starts at 9:30 a.m. with a 10:30 a.m. egg drop. Overflow parking is available in the Kapco parking lot.
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FOR ALL AGES
Peanuts Night at Brewer Game
American Family Field, 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI 53214
Friday, April 18, 2025, 7:10 p.m.
Admission: $24-$53
The Peanuts universe combines with Brewers Baseball for a special day at the ballpark. Grab a Theme Night ticket, and you’ll score a Franklin bobblehead at the game against the Athletics.
A Minecraft Movie at Avalon Atmospheric Theater
Avalon Theater, 2473 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207
April 16-20, 2025 (various showtimes)
Admission: Adults $11 ($10 matinee); Children 11 & Under $9 ($8 matinee)
Four misfits—Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers) and Dawn (Brooks)—find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they’ll have to master this world (and protect it from evil things like Piglins and Zombies, too) while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve (Black). Together, their adventure will challenge all five to be bold and to reconnect with the qualities that make each of them uniquely creative…the very skills they need to thrive back in the real world.
Spring Show at the Domes (OPENING WEEKEND!)
Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53215
April 19-May 26, 2025
Admission: Adults $9 ($8 Milwaukee County residents); Seniors $9 ($6 Milwaukee County residents); Juniors (3-12) / Students / Military / Adults With Disabilities $6; Children 2 & Under FREE
Inspired by the classical beauty of English gardens, “Tea and Tulips,” the spring floral show at The Domes, features stunning tea-inspired garden art. The Show Dome is filled with hyacinths, tulips, and daffodils galore. Garden vignettes display hydrangeas, Asiatic lilies, and an assortment of popular tea herbs. Treat yourself to spring with a floral show that’s sure cause a stir!
FOR LITTLE KIDS
Field of Dreams LEGO Workshop
Grohmann Museum, 1000 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Saturday, April 19, 2025, Noon-4 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5; Students / Seniors $3; Children Under 12 / MSOE Community FREE
John and Sylvia Peine return to lead the 10th annual LEGO+ building workshop at the Grohmann Museum. Inspired by the current exhibition, Going to Work for the Community: A Visual History of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League, participants will create imaginative LEGO builds surrounding the baseball theme. Completed builds will be placed on display for all to see. Examples of LEGO structures will be on display for ideas, and volunteers will be available for guidance. All skill levels are welcome.
Big Bunny Celebration & Easter Egg Hunt
Apple Holler, 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Sturtevant, WI 53177
April 18-19, 2025, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and Noon
Admission: $12.50
Embark on a journey with the Country Bunny this holiday season and make it a day you’ll never forget! Experience an adventurous and interactive story and meet the Country Bunny himself. Your experience includes a Bunny Hop through the Big Bunny Tunnel, storytelling in the Big Bunny Barn, Big Bunny Express Tractor Train Ride, Bunnyville Easter Egg Hunt in the Enchanted Forest (everyone gets to find 3 eggs), hand-led pony ride for every child, surprise goodie bag, and more!
Kids’ Disco on 88.9 FM Radio Milwaukee
Celebrate the start of the weekend and the end of the wiggles with Dori Zori and Kids’ Disco on 88.9 FM Radio Milwaukee (Saturdays, 9-10 a.m.)! Enjoy an hour long non-stop mix of music for the whole family to enjoy.
FOR OLDER KIDS & TEENS
Kids Night Out at Wisconsin Humane Society
WHS Racine Campus, 8900 16th Street, Mount Pleasant, WI 53177
Friday, April 18, 2025, 5-7 p.m.
Admission: $30 per child
Need an evening without the kids? Kids Night Out is for young people grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parent(s) to enjoy an evening out while the kids have an awesome time at the Wisconsin Humane Society. What better way for kids to end the week than making friends with other animal lovers and meeting animal guests? Themes and crafts are always changing.
Milwaukee Zine Fest at Central Library
Milwaukee Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53233
Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Admission: FREE
Come celebrate independent and DIY print media in the Midwest’s longest standing 100% zine-focused festival. This year’s fest will be bigger and better than ever with over 100 vendors from around the country, hands-on activities, panel discussions, and workshops. Plus fabulous food truck service on 8th Street all morning long.
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