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Milwaukee truly shines as a sports city, and taking your kids to a Milwaukee Bucks game is an experience they’ll talk about for ages. With the noise, the lights, the dancers, and the energy inside Fiserv Forum, there’s something magical about being there in person.
Of course, big events with little kids can come with their own set of challenges—but with a little planning, the whole outing can feel smooth and fun. Below are the most helpful tips for families heading to a Bucks game in 2026, including what time doors open, how to keep kids entertained, and the small tricks seasoned parents swear by.
Tips for Going to a Bucks Game With Kids (2026)
1. Arrive early (doors open about 60 minutes before tip-off).
Getting through security and finding your seats is much easier when you’re not in a crowd rush. If your kids like watching warm-ups, the first 15–20 minutes after doors open are perfect. This is also the best window for grabbing food with short lines.
Arriving early also ensures you don’t miss the exciting player announcements and the national anthem.
2. Make signs before the game at Sections 101 + 201.
This is such a fun pre-game activity. Supplies are provided, and kids love the chance to try to get on the Jumbotron. Suggest simple messages, favorite player names, or a family cheer.
3. Explore Kohl’s Court Kids Zone.
Located on the Main Concourse (northeast corner), this spot is great for stretching legs before the game:
- Oversized basketball hoop
- Bango bench photo ops
- DJ and music
- Crafts and rotating activities
- Replica player lockers
If your kids love a hype atmosphere, this is where they’ll feel it.
If your kids love the energy of live basketball, you might also enjoy our guide to family-friendly places to watch March Madness around Milwaukee.
4. Use the app to order food from your seat. (New 2026 Tip)
Lines move quickly at Fiserv Forum, but kids get impatient fast. Ordering from your seat means your food is ready for pickup when you walk over—no waiting around with hungry kids.
Parent trick:
Order before the first quarter ends or mid-second quarter. If you wait too long, you’ll run into the halftime crowds (and halftime shows are often very kid-friendly—you don’t want to miss them!).
5. Grab a kid-friendly dessert: Soft-serve swirl at Flour Child Pizza. (New 2026 Tip)
This is a great “reward moment” in the second half when kids get squirmy. Flour Child Pizza has a delicious vanilla-chocolate swirl soft-serve that’s a hit with kids of all ages. Trust us!
6. Get a First Game Certificate.
A simple, sentimental keepsake that kids love. Find it at Guest Services near Sections 109 or 212. It’s quick, completely free, and prints on the spot.
7. Consider attending a designated Family Night.
These happen several times each season and include a hot dog + soda redeemable through the app. Very budget-friendly compared to standard concessions.
Watching the Bucks play with your kids is a memory they’ll cherish forever, but navigating Fiserv Forum’s lively crowds can be overwhelming. Stay stress-free and prepared by reading our Crowd Safety Tips for Kids & Families before your next game.
Practical Information for Families at Fiserv Forum (Updated for 2026)
Bag Policy at Fiserv Forum (2026)
Here’s the quick version of what you can bring to a Bucks game:
- Small bags: Under 10″ x 6″ x 2″ — allowed at any entrance.
- Clear bags: Under 14″ x 14″ x 6″ — allowed and fastest to get through.
- Larger non-clear bags: Between 10″ x 6″ x 2″ and 14″ x 14″ x 6″ — allowed but must be X-rayed.
- Medical & childcare bags: Allowed with additional screening.
Children & Tickets
Kids under age 2 sitting on your lap do not require their own ticket.
Buddy Bands
Pick up a free child-ID wristband at Concierge (Sections 109 + 212). It includes seat location + your phone number.
Family Restrooms (All Gender)
Locations:
- Event Level near Southeast Tunnel
- Northeast corner of Mezzanine Club
- Outside Sections: 103, 109, 114, 120, 213, 217, 226
- Suites: 1, 17, 21, across from Media Suite
- In the Panorama Club
Stroller Policy
Strollers can’t go into seating or aisles. Check them at Concierge.
Sensory Rooms
Located behind Sections 109 + 212. Includes soft seating, tactile walls, dimmable lighting, and sensory bags available upon request.
Fun Facts About Fiserv Forum
As one of the most impressive sports and entertainment venues in the United States, the Fiserv Forum has captured the attention of fans worldwide since its opening in 2018.
From its state-of-the-art design to its impressive technological features, this arena has become a must-see destination for sports enthusiasts.
Let’s explore some of the lesser-known, but equally fascinating, details about the Fiserv Forum that make it truly unique.
- The stadium took approximately 1.75 million labor hours to complete.
- Fiserv Forum is the world’s first bird-friendly sports and entertainment venue, designed in a way that minimizes bird collisions.
- The Fiserv Forum is 714,000-square-foot venue.
- It took 15,000 yds. of concrete and 8,000 tons of steel to build the Fiserv Forum.
- The scoreboard weighs 76,000 lbs.
- There are 17,500 seats in the stadium.
- There are 9 miles of piping for the ice floor.
- There are 818 TV’s, 578 Wi-Fi Antennas, and 367 Security cameras in the Fiserv Forum.
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- What To Expect at a Milwaukee Wave Game
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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.
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