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Milwaukee Family Fun Guide

Best of Milwaukee: Family-Friendly Activities, Restaurants, Parks & More

Explore the very best that Milwaukee has to offer for families! From adventurous playgrounds and scenic parks to family-friendly restaurants and interactive museums, our Best of Milwaukee guide is packed with top activities and destinations for all ages.

Whether you’re in the mood for hiking in nature, enjoying art and theater, or seeking out seasonal fun, this comprehensive resource has something for everyone.

With sections dedicated to special needs, sports, shopping, and more, you’ll find everything you need to make the most of family time in Milwaukee.

Did you know that 5 local bowling alleys provide two free Games of bowling each day to kids during the Spring and Summer? They include: Brown Deer Lanes, Whirlyball, Village Bowl, Sussex Bowl, Alpine Lanes, Circle B Rec, and Foxx View Lanes. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and...
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The vibrant exterior of Bay View Printing Co., complete with a community-created mural and painted steps. If you’re looking for something totally different to do in Milwaukee -something creative and hands-on and truly unique – Bay View Printing Co. is one of the city’s best hidden gems. This 105-year-old letterpress shop blends art, history, and...
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Looking for free things to do in Milwaukee this summer? These 15 festivals offers live music, art, food, cultural celebrations, and more – all with free admission. From kite launches to chalk art to dance performances, there’s something for everyone, and it’s cost a thing to attend. MAY Gift of Wings Family Kite Festival May 24–25, 2025Veterans Park | MilwaukeeFREE admission & FREE parking The...
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The Wisconsin State Fair ferris wheel. Milwaukee is the City of Festivals – and many are perfect for kids! Summer in Milwaukee is packed with fun, food, and community celebrations – and so many of them are kid-friendly. From Ferris wheels to fireworks to cultural crafts and interactive performances, these festivals offer fun for the...
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Summer in Milwaukee means music in the parks, food on the lawn, and kids dancing barefoot in the grass. While there are concerts happening all over the city, some are especially welcoming to families with young kids. Here are five local concert series for families that make it easy (and fun) to bring the whole crew along! Love free live music? Check out our roundup of free summer festivals happening in Milwaukee this summer. 1. Chill on the Hill Tuesdays from 6:00-9:00Humboldt Park Bandshell (3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207)bayviewneighborhood.org Chill on the Hill is the quintessential summer experience in Milwaukee’s eclectic Bay View neighborhood. Head...
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Special Pricing for Kids = Family-Friendly Feels Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 11th this year, and plenty of local restaurants are celebrating moms with beautiful brunches and special menus. If you’re planning to take the whole crew out to eat, we’ve rounded up brunch spots that specifically include kid pricing, which usually means they’re welcoming to families...
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The heat of summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to hit the nearest watering hole and cool off. Splash pads and wading pools offer families with young children the perfect antidote to the summer heat. Splash pad season typically runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day (see exceptions below). Here...
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Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.📍 Red Arrow Park, Downtown Milwaukee🎟️ FREE and open to the public Big Truck Day is back for its fourth year in a row, rolling into Red Arrow Park on Saturday, May 17 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., just in time to kick off National Public Works Week. This free event...
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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center is one of the best places in Milwaukee for kids to explore nature. With 185 acres of forests, wetlands, and Lake Michigan shoreline, it’s a great spot for hiking, wildlife watching, and hands-on learning. Whether your kids love turtles, raptors, or climbing towers, there’s something here for every age. 💡Want to...
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Grand Valley Campground in Dalton Wisconsin’s family-owned campgrounds are rolling out a variety of new experiences for the 2025 camping season, from lounging pools with built-in coves to foam cannon parties, floating water playgrounds, and live concerts in the woods. Many parks are also expanding with new cabins, RV sites, and family-friendly amenities. In this...
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