Winter break offers a fantastic opportunity for kids to have fun, learn, and make memories outside the classroom. Milwaukee boasts a variety of Winter Camps designed to keep children entertained and engaged. Here’s a roundup of some exciting options!
Looking for more camp opportunities? Be sure to attend our annual 2025 Summer Camp Fair, and check out our guide on How to Pick a Summer Camp Without Losing Your Sanity.
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USM Winter Camp
Location: University School of Milwaukee, 2100 W Fairy Chasm Rd, River Hills, WI 53217
Dates: December 22–23, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (no extended care)
Cost: $250 (both days)
For the first time ever, USM is offering a two-day winter camp open to children from PK (age 3) through 8th grade. Campers will enjoy winter-themed activities like arts and crafts, games, and outdoor exploration on USM’s beautiful campus. From skating on the indoor rink to relaxing downtime, each day is designed for seasonal fun and creativity. The experience wraps up with the school’s first-ever Winter Camp Wonderland Party! Winter camp is open to USM and non-USM students.
👉 Learn more and register at usm.org/wintercamp.
MSOE Basketball Winter Camp
Location: MSOE Kern Center/Hotchkin Arena, 1245 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Date: January 1, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 per camper
Ages: Boys, grades 3–8
Young athletes can sharpen their skills and learn from the pros at the MSOE Basketball Winter Camp. Coaching and instruction are led by MSOE Men’s Basketball players and coaches, offering campers hands-on training in a supportive, high-energy environment. It’s the perfect way to kick off the new year with fun and teamwork on the court.
👉 Register through UltraCamp.
Minikani Winter Camp
Location: 875 Amy Belle Rd, Hubertus, WI 53033
Duration: Four-day, three-night camp
Activities: Kids can explore the great outdoors and stay active with sledding, snowshoeing, crafts, archery, and a special trip for snowboarding, skiing, and tubing. The experience wraps up with a “New Year’s Eve, Eve, Eve” celebration, complete with a camper-created carnival, dance party, and homemade ball drop.
Perfect For: Outdoor enthusiasts who love winter activities.
Winter Break Camp at Adventure Rock
Adventure Rock’s Winter Break Camp offers kids ages 6-12 an exciting way to stay active and entertained during the holiday break. Each day is designed to provide a balance of structure and fun, helping kids channel their energy in a positive way. Camps are held at both the Brookfield and Milwaukee locations.
Audubon Kids: Winter Adventure Camp
Location: Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, 1111 E. Brown Deer Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53217
Date: Tuesday, December 30
Time: 1:00–2:30 p.m.
Ages: 7+
Kids can dive into hands-on winter fun at this drop-off adventure program modeled after Schlitz Audubon’s popular summer camp style. Participants will explore snowy trails in search of animal tracks, run simple winter experiments, and observe ice formations up close. After plenty of time outdoors, campers will head inside to warm up with a cup of hot cocoa.
Bow Wow Blizzard Camp (Wisconsin Humane Society)
Location: 4500 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208
Duration: One-day camp, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $55 per camper
Activities: Kids in grades 1-6 learn about animal care through crafts, games, an Adoption Avenue tour, and meet-and-greets with furry friends.
Perfect For: Animal lovers looking for an educational and heartwarming experience.
Winter Break Adventure Days (Urban Ecology Center)
Location: Riverside Park, 1500 E. Park Pl., Milwaukee, WI 53211
Duration: Daily sessions, grades K-6
Activities: Kids dive into winter fun with crafts, games, snowshoeing, and lessons about Wisconsin’s winter wonders. This is a hands-on way to connect with nature while staying active.
Perfect For: Nature-loving kids with a sense of adventure.
Schools Out Days (YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee)
Locations:
- Hamilton School District
- St. Francis School District
- Rite-Hite Family YMCA
Activities: Kids can enjoy swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and much more during these fun-filled days. Financial assistance is available.
Mad Science Winter Camps
Location: Milwaukee
Activities: Packed with engaging experiments, kids can explore robotics, secret codes, and scientific mysteries in an interactive setting.
Perfect For: Budding scientists curious about the world.
Riveredge Nature Camp – Winter Camp
Location: Riveredge Nature Center
Activities: Children aged 6-12 can enjoy snowshoeing, ice fishing, campfire building, and crafts under the guidance of trained educators.
Perfect For: Young explorers eager to experience the wonders of nature.
Looking for even more ways to make the most of winter break? Don’t miss our 100 fun things to do over winter break for endless inspiration to keep the whole family entertained!
Plus, check out our guide to family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations for fun ways to welcome the New Year with your loved ones.
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
Calie is also a recognized voice in local media, contributing to WISN Channel 12 News, WTMJ Wisconsin Morning News, Fox 6’s Real Milwaukee, and B93.3.
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