Winter break offers a fantastic opportunity for kids to have fun, learn, and make memories outside the classroom. Milwaukee boasts a variety of camps designed to keep children entertained and engaged.
Here’s a roundup of some exciting options!
Looking for more camp opportunities? Be sure to pre-register for our 2024 Summer Camp Fair, scheduled for February 2, 2025 at University School of Milwaukee!
Minikani Winter Camp
Location: 875 Amy Belle Rd, Hubertus, WI 53033
Duration: Four-day, three-night camp
Activities: Kids can explore the great outdoors and stay active with sledding, snowshoeing, crafts, archery, and a special trip for snowboarding, skiing, and tubing. The experience wraps up with a “New Year’s Eve, Eve, Eve” celebration, complete with a camper-created carnival, dance party, and homemade ball drop.
Perfect For: Outdoor enthusiasts who love winter activities.
Bow Wow Blizzard Camp (Wisconsin Humane Society)
Location: 4500 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208
Duration: One-day camp, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $55 per camper
Activities: Kids in grades 1-6 learn about animal care through crafts, games, an Adoption Avenue tour, and meet-and-greets with furry friends.
Perfect For: Animal lovers looking for an educational and heartwarming experience.
Winter Break Adventure Days (Urban Ecology Center)
Location: Riverside Park, 1500 E. Park Pl., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Duration: Daily sessions, grades 1-6
Activities: Kids dive into winter fun with crafts, games, snowshoeing, and lessons about Wisconsin’s winter wonders. This is a hands-on way to connect with nature while staying active.
Perfect For: Nature-loving kids with a sense of adventure.
Schools Out Days (YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee)
Locations:
- Hamilton School District
- St. Francis School District
- Rite-Hite Family YMCA
Activities:
Kids can enjoy swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and much more during these fun-filled days. Financial assistance is available.
Mad Science Winter Camps
Location: Milwaukee
Activities: Packed with engaging experiments, kids can explore robotics, secret codes, and scientific mysteries in an interactive setting.
Perfect For: Budding scientists curious about the world.
Riveredge Nature Camp – Winter Camp
Location: Riveredge Nature Center
Duration: December 26-27, with an optional overnight on the 28th
Cost: $135 (members), $150 (non-members), $40 for overnight
Activities: Children aged 6-12 can enjoy snowshoeing, ice fishing, campfire building, and crafts under the guidance of trained educators.
Perfect For: Young explorers eager to experience the wonders of nature.
Looking for even more ways to make the most of winter break? Don’t miss our 100 fun things to do over winter break for endless inspiration to keep the whole family entertained!
Plus, check out our guide to family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations for fun ways to welcome the New Year with your loved ones.
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
Calie is also a recognized voice in local media, contributing to WISN Channel 12 News, WTMJ Wisconsin Morning News, Fox 6’s Real Milwaukee, and B93.3.
Discover more about Calie’s journey and editorial approach on her About Page and Editorial Policy Page.
