Fall Fun in Milwaukee: Apple Picking, Pumpkin Patches & More

Celebrate the beauty of autumn in Milwaukee with our guide to the best fall activities for families. From apple picking and pumpkin patches to corn mazes, haunted houses, and scenic fall hikes, discover everything you need to enjoy the season to the fullest.

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10 Best Fall Festivals Around Milwaukee (2025)

September 4, 2025Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Updated September 4, 2025 Fall in Milwaukee is packed with festivals that celebrate everything we love about the season – crisp apples, bright pumpkins, live music, cultural traditions, and plenty of family fun. From September through October, you’ll find events happening across the city and surrounding communities that bring people together to enjoy Wisconsin’s best...

Aug

Best Pumpkin Patches Near Milwaukee (2025 Guide)

August 20, 2025Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Updated August 21, 2025 Pumpkin season is here, and Milwaukee is packed with family-friendly farms where you can find the perfect pumpkin and enjoy all the fall fun that comes with it. Whether you’re looking for a big pumpkin farm with corn mazes, hayrides, and petting zoos, or a quiet patch where the kids can...

father and daughter in pumpkin patch at Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee in Red Arrow Park, downtown Milwaukee Wisconsin

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Family Fall Activities in Milwaukee (2025 Guide)

August 18, 2025Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Fall in Milwaukee is packed with family fun – from pumpkin patches and apple orchards to corn mazes, hayrides, and Halloween events. Our MKE With Kids team has explored these spots for over a decade, and we’ve combined firsthand experience with reader recommendations to bring you the ultimate guide to family fall activities in Milwaukee (2025)....

Aug

Apple Picking Near Milwaukee: 2025 Guide to the Best Orchards

August 18, 2025Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Updated August 21, 2025 Looking for the best places to go apple picking near Milwaukee in 2025? You’re in the right place. Over the years, my family has visited nearly every orchard on this list, and I’ve learned that each one offers something unique. Some are full of family adventures with hayrides, corn mazes, and play...

Aug

China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! (2025)

August 9, 2025Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. The crowds were large, but it was worth it. This year,...

Oct

Haunted Halloween on Downer Avenue: Trick-or-Treating, Pumpkin Carving, and Spooky Fun for All Ages!

October 16, 2024Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon at Haunted Halloween on Downer Avenue! This family-friendly event is perfect for participants of all ages, offering a unique blend of treats, spooky fun, and community spirit. Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMLocation: Historic Downer Avenue, Milwaukee Here’s what to expect: Trick-or-Treat on Downer Avenue From Park...

Oct

Halloween Safety Tips for Families: How to Keep Your Little Ghouls and Goblins Safe (2025)

October 16, 2024Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Halloween isn’t just about spooky costumes and candy hauls – it’s a magical time for creating cherished memories with our little ones. But as the streets come alive with ghouls, goblins, and excited trick-or-treaters, ensuring our kids’ safety is more important than ever. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, children are twice as likely to be...

Oct

New Halloween Village in Downtown Milwaukee: A Spooky, Fun-Filled Adventure for Families

October 14, 2024Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee just got a little spookier! Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 has unveiled a brand-new Halloween Village at Baird Community Commons, and it’s here to delight families through October 31st. Whether you’re looking for free, family-friendly Halloween activities or simply want to soak in the festive vibes, this exciting new addition to Milwaukee’s fall events...

Oct

10 Best Places for Hayrides Near Milwaukee (2025)

October 7, 2024Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

Update August 21, 2025 Over the years, my kids and I, along with the team at MKE With Kids, have had the chance to explore these fun hayrides firsthand. From wagon rides through apple orchards to scenic tours around pumpkin patches, these spots are family-tested and kid-approved. Plus, we’ve heard great feedback from our readers who love these...

Oct

Bayshore Announces Free ‘BOOgie Bash’ & Costume Contest (2024)

October 1, 2024Calie HerbstFall Fun in Milwaukee

The Yard at BAYSHORE will come alive with wicked displays and eerie-sistible entertainment on Friday, October 25, 2024 from 5-8 p.m., with the 5th Annual BAYSHORE BOOgie Bash & Costume Contest. In partnership with Spirit Halloween and St. Francis Children’s Center, the free family event will host a kids dance party and costume contest with prizes at 6 p.m....

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