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A stunning view of Enchantment in the Park, with colorful lights reflecting beautifully across the lake. Updated for 2025 — Dates Below If you’re mapping out festive stops this season, Enchantment in the Park is one of the easiest and most family-friendly holiday light displays to add to your list. It’s an annual favorite for...
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A bright, inviting art area stocked with craft materials for young creators at Joyosity Creative Space. Brookfield families looking for creative outlets have a standout option: Joyosity Creative Space, a vibrant art studio offering hands-on classes, camps, open studio time, and birthday parties for kids of all ages. Whether your child loves sensory play, fine art,...
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Families board The Hop during Milwaukee’s festive holiday streetcar celebration. Quick Overview: Holidays on The Hop returns December 7, 14, and 21, 2025 with live holiday music on board The Hop, free cookies, and festive vibes along the Milwaukee streetcar route. All performances run 4–6 p.m. and are free to ride. Milwaukee’s streetcar is getting...
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The future museum will be located on 6th and McKinley, adjacent to the Deer District. (Photo from mpm.edu/future) Milwaukee families have been hearing about the Milwaukee Public Museum’s big move for years, and now the timeline is finally clear. The current building will remain open through all of 2026, giving everyone one full year to revisit...
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Families gather at Yerkes Observatory to see the unveiling of the world’s tallest glass tree, a stunning holiday installation that draws visitors from across Wisconsin. For a holiday tradition that is as unique as it is awe-inspiring, make plans to visit the World’s Tallest Glass Tree at Yerkes Observatory in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. This one-of-a-kind art installation...
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Elephant and giraffe light displays at the Milwaukee County Zoo Wild Lights 2025 The zoo is lighting up even earlier this year! Wild Lights, presented by the We Energies Foundation, returns with 28 dazzling nights of holiday magic — now with an expanded route, more displays, and fun new themed evenings for families (and even dogs!). Running on...
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The Ornament Trail features larger-than-life, hand-painted ornaments placed along Wisconsin Avenue in Downtown Milwaukee. Looking for family-friendly events and activities over Thanksgiving weekend in Milwaukee? Whether you’re hosting relatives, visiting town, or just hoping to keep the kids entertained, there’s plenty happening from Friday through Sunday to kick off the holiday season. From festive tree lightings...
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Elizabeth Telford and cast in Matilda; photo by Paul Ruffolo Families across Milwaukee can enjoy theater together thanks to Sensory-Friendly Performances at First Stage. These special performances are designed for children who need sensory accommodations, making it possible for everyone to share the experience of live, family-friendly theater in a welcoming and supportive environment. If you’re also...
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Mitchell Park Domes Holiday Show
The holiday theme for the 2025 Holiday at the Domes is “The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Playful Parody. The holidays are a magical time to visit The Domes (524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215), where the warm, indoor gardens transform into festive wonderlands for families to discover together. From late-night explorations to concerts...
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Updated for 2026 Kids meals come on a take-home frisbee at MOTOR restaurant on the Harley-Davidson campus. Let’s face it. Dining out with kids can be a challenge. Their attention spans are, well, limited. And meltdowns happen to the best of us. To help, we found more than 50 of the best restaurants for kids...
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