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Looking for the newest things to do with kids around Milwaukee? 2025 was packed with exciting new openings for local families — from nature parks and playgrounds to indoor adventure zones, creative play spaces, and kid-friendly shops.
Whether you’re catching up on what opened this year or making a list for your next family outing, here’s your ultimate roundup of the best new places for Milwaukee families in 2025.
Parks & Playgrounds
Firefly Grove Park + Giant Troll (Wauwatosa)
This spring, Firefly Grove Park introduced a 25-foot-tall wooden troll sculpture by artist Thomas Dambo, made from recycled Wauwatosa trees. The park also features sledding hills, nature play areas, walking trails, and one of the region’s only bike pump tracks.
1900 N 116th St, Wauwatosa
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Modrzejewski Playfield (South Milwaukee)
After a full renovation, this south side park now includes modern playgrounds, a splash pad, sports fields, walking paths, and tons of green space.
1020 W. Cleveland Ave., Milwaukee
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South Shore Park Beach & Playground (Bay View)
After a 12-year, $8 million restoration, the beach has reopened with cleaner water and better stormwater management. The brand-new playground features a ship-themed structure and farmers market play area.
South Shore Park, Bay View
See the new playground »
Creative Play & Learning
Studio B & Co. (Milwaukee)
A new local gem for creative play, Studio B offers drop-in hours, art events, and a cozy space built by a Milwaukee mom.
See full round-up of art & pottery studios around Milwaukee »
Martin Luther King Branch Library (Milwaukee)
This updated 17,400-square-foot library includes a makerspace, updated collection, sustainable features, and community rooms – all part of a larger mixed-use development.
310 W Locust St, Milwaukee
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Indoor Fun & Adventure
Kidcadia Play Café (Franklin)
Whimsical indoor play space with jungle gym structures, cozy nooks, and a Giant Lite-Brite — plus lattes for the grown-ups.
Franklin
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Slingshot Bar (West Allis)
Real slingshots meet family-friendly fun during daytime hours at this unique new target range experience.
6325 West National Ave, West Allis
Things to do around Milwaukee with tweens & teens »
AirCity 360 (New Berlin)
This massive indoor adventure park includes trampolines, a ninja course, VR games, a zip line sling, and more.
New Berlin
Milwaukee Indoor playground roundup »
Big Putts (Waukesha)
An indoor, glow-in-the-dark 18-hole mini golf course that’s as fun for adults as it is for kids.
Waukesha
Best places to play mini golf around Milwaukee»
Shopping & Treats
Bebe Zito at 3rd Street Market Hall (Downtown Milwaukee)
Minneapolis favorite Bebe Zito opened downtown this year, serving up creative ice cream flavors, burgers, and fried chicken.
275 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee
Visit 3rd Street Market Hall »
Little Geese (Wauwatosa)
A curated resale boutique for kids’ clothes and gear in excellent condition, located in the heart of Tosa.
7601 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa
Best kid-friendly thrift and resale spots »
Fawn & Friends (Delafield)
A charming new boutique offering clothing, toys, books, and gifts for babies through size 5.
Delafield
Guide to shopping for kids in Milwaukee »
Water & Wheels
Westbury Bank Aqua Park at Regner Beach (West Bend)
This new inflatable water park features 50 floating obstacles, including giant slides and swings — a splashy addition for summer fun.
800 N. Main St., West Bend
Indoor water parks for cooler weather »
The Turf Skatepark (Greenfield)
A nationally recognized skate destination with deep bowls, new street features, and free year-round access.
4267 W. Loomis Rd, Greenfield
Skateparks around Milwaukee »
More to Come in 2026
These are just some of the exciting new additions that made 2025 such a memorable year for Milwaukee-area families. Did your family have a favorite? Let us know in the comments or tag us on Instagram with #MilwaukeeWithKids.
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.
