Milwaukee With Kids Blog | Family-Friendly Activities, Events & Tips

100+ Winter Activities for Families in Milwaukee (2026 Guide)

Winter in Milwaukee doesn’t have to mean staying inside — our city is full of...
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10 Free Events in December for Kids and Families (2025)

Looking for fun and free things to do with your family in Milwaukee this December?...
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Milwaukee Holiday Guide 2025: Best Christmas Lights, Santa Events & Festive Family Fun

Santa & Mrs. Claus wave to the crowd during the Christmas Cavalcade in downtown Milwaukee....
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Milwaukee Camp Fair 2026 – Free Summer Camp Expo at University School of Milwaukee

When: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Where: University School of Milwaukee – Upper School Gym (2100 W...
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What’s New for Milwaukee Families (November 2025)

Each month, we round up the latest and greatest additions to the Milwaukee area that are perfect...
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A costumed performer dressed as a festive elf stands high on stilts, smiling and holding a large decorative candy cane in an outdoor holiday setting. In front of the performer, two children—one in a blue jacket and one in a bright pink coat—smile and pose while someone nearby takes their photo. Decorated Christmas trees and buildings line the background. Cocoa With the Clauses event in Cahtedral Square Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
09
Dec

10 Things To Do in Milwaukee This Weekend For Kids (December 11-14, 2025)

The holiday season is in full swing, and there are tons of ways to get...
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06
Dec

100 Fun Winter Break Ideas for Families in Milwaukee (2025)

Winter in Milwaukee transforms into a snowy wonderland, and we’ve rounded up the ultimate list...
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03
Dec

Best Ninja Warrior Gyms for Kids in the Milwaukee Area (2026)

A young athlete practices overhead obstacles at Ultimate Ninjas Oak Creek. If your kids love...
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02
Dec

Best Castle Playgrounds in Wisconsin (2026): Magical, Worth-the-Drive Play Spaces for Kids

A little explorer enjoys the castle-style fort at Possibility Playground in Port Washington. If your...
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02
Dec

Milwaukee’s Top Spots for Your Kid’s First Ear Piercing (2026 Update)

The Milwaukee area offers a variety of options for your child’s first ear piercing. Where...
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27
Nov

Best Children’s Bookstores in Milwaukee (2026)

Don’t miss the Dream Library Mural at Rainbow Booksellers. Milwaukee has a small but wonderful...
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25
Nov

The Miller Valley Holiday Lites Are Back: What Families Need to Know (2025)

One of Milwaukee’s beloved holiday traditions, the Miller Valley Holiday Lites, is returning this winter. This...
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Bucks
22
Nov

Milwaukee Bucks Game With Kids: 10 Essential Tips for 2026

Bango is the Milwaukee Bucks’ beloved deer mascot, and he’s a huge hit with kids....
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21
Nov

Enchantment in the Park: West Bend’s One-Million-Light Holiday Display

A stunning view of Enchantment in the Park, with colorful lights reflecting beautifully across the...
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21
Nov

Joyosity Creative Space: Kids Art Classes, Camps & Parties in Brookfield

A bright, inviting art area stocked with craft materials for young creators at Joyosity Creative...
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21
Nov

Holidays on The Hop (2025): Live Music, Free Cookies & Festive Fun on Milwaukee’s Streetcar

Families board The Hop during Milwaukee’s festive holiday streetcar celebration. Quick Overview: Holidays on The...
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20
Nov

Milwaukee Public Museum Move: What Families Need to Know

The future museum will be located on 6th and McKinley, adjacent to the Deer District....
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18
Nov

World’s Tallest Glass Tree: A Family Guide to the Yerkes Observatory Holiday Experience

Families gather at Yerkes Observatory to see the unveiling of the world’s tallest glass tree,...
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18
Nov

Milwaukee County Zoo’s Wild Lights 2025: What Families Can Expect This Holiday Season

Elephant and giraffe light displays at the Milwaukee County Zoo Wild Lights 2025 The zoo...
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17
Nov

Things to Do with Family on Thanksgiving Weekend in Milwaukee (2025)

The Ornament Trail features larger-than-life, hand-painted ornaments placed along Wisconsin Avenue in Downtown Milwaukee. Looking...
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The Watsons Go To Birmingham
17
Nov

Sensory-Friendly Performances at First Stage (Updated for the 2025–26 Season)

Elizabeth Telford and cast in Matilda; photo by Paul Ruffolo Families across Milwaukee can enjoy...
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Mitchell Park Domes Holiday Show
12
Nov

Holidays at The Domes 2025: What Families Need to Know

The holiday theme for the 2025 Holiday at the Domes is “The Twelve Days of...
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11
Nov

50 Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants Around Milwaukee (2026)

Updated for 2026 Kids meals come on a take-home frisbee at MOTOR restaurant on the...
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10
Nov

Milwaukee Christmas Tree Farms (2025): 10 Best Places to Cut or Choose Your Tree

Visiting the best Christmas tree farms around Milwaukee with family adds a memorable experience rather...
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10
Nov

Where to Meet Santa Around Milwaukee in 2025

Meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus is a holiday favorite among Milwaukee kids. Santa Claus is...
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