Playgrounds Archives

Jun

NEW! Davidson Park Now Open on Milwaukee’s Near West Side

June 25, 2024Calie HerbstPlaygrounds

In an uplifting ceremony this week, Milwaukee celebrated the grand opening of the new Davidson Park. Located at 3700 W. Juneau Ave., this 4.8-acre space, once a mere parking lot, has been transformed into a vibrant community hub by the Harley-Davidson Foundation. Davidson Park, designed by the acclaimed Heatherwick Studios of London and local firm...

May

Four FREE Sunday Family Fun Days for 2024 at Northwestern Mutual Community Park

May 28, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Playgrounds

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. (MWF) and Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, announced dates for the four Northwestern Mutual FREE Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE with Kids at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park. The schedule and theme for each event in the series is as follows: June 9 – Summerfest July 7 – Family Health...

Apr

Fort Cushing Playground: A Castle For Kids in Delafield

April 16, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Playgrounds

Fort Cushing Playground in Delafield is a jewel among playgrounds, where the magic of play meets the beauty of nature. The play area looks like a fortress or a secret kingdom for kids, and it’s set in Cushing Memorial Park on the banks of the picturesque Bark River. It’s the perfect spot for a sunny...

Apr

Dream Playground: A Kenosha Treasure Your Kids Will Love

April 16, 2024Calie HerbstPlaygrounds

Up for a dreamy day trip? Head 45 minutes south to Kenosha! Located at Petzke Park, at the intersection of 31st Street and 14th Avenue in Kenosha, Dream Playground is not just any playground—it’s Kenosha’s first fully accessible playground, designed to bring children of all abilities together in one amazing space. Spanning an impressive 15,000...

Apr

Harbor View Plaza: A Waterfront Playground in Milwaukee

April 3, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Playgrounds

Hidden at the east end of Greenfield Avenue in Milwaukee, Harbor View Plaza is not just any park. It’s Milwaukee’s first waterfront public park in the Harbor District, a refreshing oasis that opened its proverbial doors in July 2019. Photo: Altius Building Company This plaza is a comprehensive recreational space designed with both fun and...

Mar

Exploring Enderis Playfield: A Sprawling Playfield, Summer Concerts, and More

March 29, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Playgrounds

Nestled within the heart of Milwaukee lies Enderis Park, a vibrant community hub spanning from Lisbon Avenue to Center Street, and from 76th to 60th Streets. At the core of this neighborhood is Milwaukee Recreation’s Enderis Playfield, a 10-acre green space offering fun for the whole neighborhood and beyond. Photo from Instagram, @lily_and_mason Crafted in...

Mar

Imagination Station: Waukesha County’s Inclusive Playground Gem

March 29, 2024Calie HerbstPlaygrounds

If you’re always on the lookout for new and exciting places where your kids can play and explore safely, you’re in for a treat. Located in the heart of Roosevelt Park in Oconomowoc, Imagination Station is Waukesha County’s first fully inclusive playground, designed to welcome children of all abilities. All Aboard for Fun! Imagination Station...

Mar

Fox River Park: A Natural Playground Hidden in Waukesha

March 25, 2024Calie HerbstDay Trips From Milwaukee, Playgrounds

With its sprawling 257 acres, Fox River Park in Waukesha is a year-round haven for families seeking a touch of wilderness and a break from the digital world. Waukesha & Pewaukee CVB At the heart of the park is a standout feature that draws families from all around: a natural playground designed to reconnect kids...

Mar

Northwestern Mutual Community Park Now Open at Summerfest

March 14, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Playgrounds

It’s the day so many Milwaukee families have been waiting for. The beloved Northwestern Mutual Community Park is now open for the 2024 season. The Park will be open to the public daily from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. in April & May. Dates are subject to change. Check the Public Play Calendar for the...

May

Village Park in Menomonee Falls: A New Inclusive Playground

May 17, 2023Calie HerbstPlaygrounds

The Village Park Play Area and Splash Pad in Menomonee Falls is now open for play! The 12,000+ square foot Village Park play area and splash pad were made possible through a fundraising campaign led by the Optimist Club of Menomonee Falls which started in 2021. The park has been redeveloped as a community destination...

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