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Fall Fun in Milwaukee

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.

One of our favorite ways to explore the city is with a Milwaukee Tour and Tasting adventure. That’s why we’re so excited for Doors Open Milwaukee, presented by Historic Milwaukee, Inc. It’s one of our favorite events of the year! For this annual event, you can visit over 170 buildings around Milwaukee for free, and take...
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The historic East Troy Railroad is again offering Trick-Or-Treat Trains this year, running four Fridays in October. Trains will run October 6th, 13th, 20st, and 27th, departing from the historic depot at 5:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale September 7th, 2023.. Kids are encouraged to come in costume and take a 20-minute train ride from...
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Basses Apple and Sunflower Fest
Festivals are happening all over the Milwaukee area in September and October, and there’s no better way to embrace the fall season. From apples and pumpkins to and Oktoberfest and sturgeon, this family-friendly event lineup revolves around all things autumn. 1. Harvest Fair (State Fair Park) Sept. 27 – 29, 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Park,...
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Harley-Davidson Museum Milwaukee Wisconsin
Veterans Day is this Friday, November 11, 2022, and many local businesses are offering veterans free admission, free meals, and more on this special day: 1. Beyond Monet Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience will offer free admission to veterans and active-duty service members on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11. The exhibition at the Wisconsin Center features...
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Halloween is a dream come true for every candy-loving kid. But what happens after the trick-or-treat sugar rush is over and you’re left with piles of leftover Halloween candy—even unopened bags? Don’t let it go to waste! Here are some of our favorite ways to use up all that extra candy: 1. Eat It (Within...
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It’s officially October, and spooky season is underway. Don’t let the season pass you by without checking out these can’t-miss family activities. 1. China Lights China Lights at Boerner Botanical Gardens is featuring an ‘Adventure in Lantern Wonderland’ theme, with over 40 larger-than-life themed lanterns, including the Mad Hatter, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat, an...
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Temperatures are cooling off, but the Fall events schedule is heating up. Make the most of Autumn at these special events, hand-picked by our Editors. 1. Harvest Fair This weekend (September 23-25) is Harvest Fair at Wisconsin State Fair Park, and everyone enjoys free admission! There will be free live entertainment on several stages, pumpkins...
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From fire-breathing dragons, to death-defeating superheroes, to magical storybook characters, Halloween is a time for little kids to dress up and imagine themselves in a totally new way, if just for one day. This Halloween season, your little guy will need a costume for Trick or Treating (maybe multiple times, depending on your tolerance for...
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The summer is winding down, but Milwaukee Recreation is offering a variety of fun and affordable activities for children and families for the fall. Fall Registration is Now Open Registration for fall activities are now open for all ages and abilities. Milwaukee Recreation offers a wide variety of programs for children and families, including music,...
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