Best Playgrounds in Milwaukee for Kids & Families

Looking for the best playgrounds in Milwaukee?

We’ve rounded up top spots for kids and families, including unique play areas, inclusive playgrounds, and scenic parks.

Whether you’re exploring downtown or venturing to nearby communities, find the perfect spot for a day of fun and adventure.

Dec

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

December 2, 2025Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds

If your kids love climbing towers, crossing bridges, running through wooden forts, or pretending they’ve entered a fairytale kingdom, this list is for you. Wisconsin has several magical, castle-inspired playgrounds—each one a memorable, worth-the-drive destination for families. These aren’t your everyday neighborhood parks. They’re the kind of places your kids will talk about the whole car...

Nov

25 Must-Visit Playgrounds in the Milwaukee Area (2025)

November 3, 2025Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds

Updated November 3, 2025 I know the struggle of finding a fun and safe place for your kids to play, so I’ve compiled a list of the best playgrounds in the greater Milwaukee area. From massive play structures to slides built into the side of a hill, these playgrounds are sure to cure your boredom...

Sep

Swing Park Milwaukee: Current Status & What We Know (2026 Update)

September 18, 2025Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds

Close-up look at one of the conceptual design ideas for the future of Swing Park. Swing Park, the popular play area beneath the Holton Street Bridge near the Marsupial Bridge, remains closed, and recent online listings—including Google—currently show it as permanently closed. There has been no new public timeline released by the City of Milwaukee about reopening...

Aug

Thomas Dambo Troll in Wauwatosa: A Family Guide to Mama Rosa (2026)

August 22, 2025Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds

Wauwatosa is now home to something truly magical: Mama Rosa, a 25-foot recycled-wood troll created by internationally known Danish artist Thomas Dambo. It’s the first Dambo troll in Wisconsin, one of the artist’s personal favorites, and the only illuminated troll he has ever made. Families from all over southeastern Wisconsin are already stopping by Firefly Grove Park to meet this...

May

Possibility Playground in Port Washington: Why Families Love This Inclusive Lakefront Park (2026)

May 25, 2025Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds

Updated for 2026 Possibility Playground’s castle-style play structure makes the perfect backdrop for a family picnic. Looking for a destination playground that’s absolutely worth the drive? Possibility Playground in Port Washington, Wisconsin is one of the most impressive, inclusive, and thoughtfully designed play spaces in the state — and it’s even been recognized nationally for its creativity...

Apr

Fort Cushing Playground in Delafield: A Castle-Style Play Adventure for Kids (2026 Guide)

April 16, 2025Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds

If you’re searching for a castle playground near Milwaukee, Fort Cushing Playground in Delafield is one of the most unique, imaginative play spaces in southeastern Wisconsin. Set inside Cushing Memorial Park and right along the Bark River, it blends creative wooden structures with beautiful natural surroundings — a perfect combo for families who love both play and the...

Sep

Brookfield’s Wirth Park Playground: An Inclusive Play Space for All Abilities

September 20, 2024Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds

Wirth Park Playground is the first fully inclusive playground in Brookfield. Brookfield’s Wirth Park (2585 Pilgrim Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005) is home to the city’s first fully inclusive playground — a vibrant, thoughtfully designed space created for children and adults of all abilities. This new playground replaces the former Tot Lot that stood for nearly 30...

Sep

Explore Gas Light Park: The Third Ward’s First Playground

September 8, 2024Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds, Family Fun Hub, Milwaukee Family Fun Guide

If you’re exploring the Third Ward with your kids, you’ll be glad to know there’s a small but mighty playground where they can burn off some energy. Gas Light Park is located at the intersection of Erie and Jefferson Streets, offering a green space in the heart of the city for kids looking for a playful...

Sep

Frame Park: Waukesha’s Scenic and Family-Friendly Destination

September 7, 2024Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds, Family Fun Hub, Gardens & Parks, Milwaukee Family Fun Guide

Perched along the Fox River, Frame Park in Waukesha offers a delightful blend of outdoor adventure, family fun, and natural beauty. With a recently revamped playground and an array of activities for all ages, it’s a wonderful spot for families to spend the day. Inclusive Playground for All Ages In 2019, Frame Park’s playground was revamped to...

Sep

Malone Park: New Berlin’s 85-Acre Gem

September 7, 2024Calie HerbstBest Playgrounds, Milwaukee Family Fun Guide

Spanning 85 acres in the heart of New Berlin, Malone Park (located at 16400 W. Stigler Parkway, New Berlin, WI 53151) is packed with fun for all ages. One of Malone Park’s standout features is its all-inclusive playground, designed for children of all abilities. With vibrant colors and a whimsical layout, the playground was a...

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