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.

Milwaukee With Kids is proud to partner with Le Village Cowork to highlight their offerings to our readers. Milwaukee’s Brewers Hill Neighborhood is about to welcome an innovative concept that will make life easier for working parents in the area. Le Village Cowork, a coworking space with onsite childcare, is set to open its doors...
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stockades at sunset at Aztalan State Park near Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Ready for a break from city (or suburban) life? Wisconsin’s state parks are the perfect places to disconnect from the daily hustle and reconnect with nature! Whether you and the kiddos are looking to hike nature trails, swim, canoe, have a picnic or just take in some fresh air, state parks offer all that and...
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There are dioramas (life-sized scenes) of important cultural rituals and daily life you can discover at the Milwaukee Public Museum. Important Update for 2026:Milwaukee Public Museum will remain open in its current building for all of 2026 before moving to its new home, the Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin. The final day in the current...
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The Village Park Play Area and Splash Pad in Menomonee Falls is now open for play! The 12,000+ square foot Village Park play area and splash pad were made possible through a fundraising campaign led by the Optimist Club of Menomonee Falls which started in 2021. The park has been redeveloped as a community destination...
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Looking for a nature outing that’s actually fun for the whole family? Just a short 30-minute drive from Milwaukee, Retzer Nature Center in Waukesha is home to the Discovery Trail—a newly renovated, kid-friendly hiking and play area that makes outdoor time both fun and educational. It’s one of our favorite easy hikes for kids near Milwaukee, and best of all—it’s free...
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You’re going to want to add this to your summer bucket list. The Grove at Village Park in Sussex is a must-visit playgrounds for Milwaukee area families with young kids. Located at W244 N6260 Weaver Drive in Sussex, it is about a 35 minute drive from Milwaukee. It’s high up on our list of 27...
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As a long-time resident of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, I can confidently say that this is a city full of hidden gems and exciting attractions. If you’re asking yourself, “Where should I go? What should I do? What’s the one attraction I can’t miss?”, you’re in the right place. I’m here to share my personal experience and...
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Milwaukee With Kids turns 10 this year! To celebrate, we’re giving away family memberships to some of our favorite destinations: Discovery World Family Membership ($125 value)Zoo Pass + Membership to the Zoological Society of Milwaukee ($175 value)Milwaukee Public Museum Family Membership ($135 value)Milwaukee Art Museum Family Membership ($95 value)Milwaukee Domes Household Membership ($65 value)Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Family+...
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Camps
MKE With Kids is proud to partner with the Urban Ecology Center to help spread the word about the summer camp opportunities. We may be buried under snow, but summer vacation is closer than we think. And Summer Camps are already registering! While summer vacation is an exciting time for kids, it can be stressful...
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Little Sprouts Play Cafe features custom play zones and a full espresso bar.  Overview Little Sprouts Café + Play is celebrating six years in the community, with a custom play location in Shorewood. They’ve created a casual, bright, and friendly space that is perfect for a play date. You can discover the play zones right...
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