Summer Archives

Jun

25 Splash Pads & Wading Pools Around Milwaukee (2024)

June 1, 2024Calie HerbstSummer

The heat of summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to hit the nearest watering hole and cool off. Splash pads and wading pools offer families with young children the perfect antidote to the summer heat. Splash pad season typically runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day (see exceptions below). Here...

May

50 Best Things To Do This Summer With Kids in MKE (2024)

May 29, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Summer

If you’re looking for ideas to keep your little ones entertained during the gorgeous summer months in Milwaukee, you’ve come to the right place. From outdoor adventures to indoor activities, we’ve got 50 fantastic things to do that will make this summer unforgettable for your family. So, grab your sunscreen, put on your favorite flip-flops,...

May

10 Best Berry Picking Farms Around Milwaukee (2024)

May 28, 2024Calie HerbstSummer

Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time to start planning your outdoor activities. One of the best things about the warmer weather is that it’s the perfect time to go berry picking! In southeastern Wisconsin, strawberry picking season begins by mid to late June, and sugar snap peas are usually ready for picking...

May

25 Milwaukee Festivals Happening This Summer (2024)

May 27, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Summer

Milwaukee is truly the city of festivals! Summer in Milwaukee is a time for fun, food, and festivities. From music and art to culture and cuisine, Milwaukee festivals offers a wide range of events that draw crowds from near and far. The Wisconsin State Fair ferris wheel. But with so many happening throughout the summer...

May

McKinley Beach: Grand Reopening in Time For Summer!

May 20, 2024Calie HerbstSummer

Milwaukee, WI – Families in Milwaukee have something exciting to look forward to this summer! McKinley Beach, a beloved local landmark, is set to reopen just in time for the warm weather. The grand reopening will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and all are invited to join in the celebration. Event Details: Date: Wednesday, May 22,...

May

5 Places Where Kids Bowl Free in Milwaukee (2024)

May 20, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Summer

Did you know that 5 local bowling alleys provide two free Games of bowling each day to kids during the Spring and Summer? They include: ACX at Bayshore, Brown Deer Lanes, Classic Lanes Greenfield, Sussex Bowl, Circle B Rec, and Foxx View Lanes. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community...

May

Kite Festival Returns to Veterans Park May 25-26, 2024 (Free!)

May 19, 2024Calie HerbstSummer

This May 25th and 26th, Veterans Park is the place to be for The Gift of Wings IKEA Family Kite Festival. For its 37th year, family-friendly event is bringing the joy, the color, and the excitement of kites to Milwaukee’s lakefront. The sky at noon will be speckled with over 600 kites taking flight in...

Franksville Craft Beer Garden Racine County Wisconsin

May

5 Best Beer Gardens For Kids & Families Around Milwaukee (2024)

May 14, 2024Calie HerbstALL, Summer

By definition, a biergarten is simply an open-air space where beer and food are served. But in reality, beer gardens are so much more than that. First popularized in Bavaria and Germany, beer gardens are a festive place for people to get together and delight in good food, drink beer responsibly, and enjoy the outdoors....

May

Bayshore Announces Free Family Flicks Schedule (2024)

May 13, 2024Calie HerbstSummer

Bayshore announced the return of their popular summer movie series, Family Flicks, Presented by Shorewest Realtors – Northshore Office and St. Francis Children’s Center. The 2024 movie series kicks off on June 12th and continues every Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. through August 28th. Family Flicks play at Bayshore every Wednesday evening now through September 28th....

cow sculptures at Lynden Sculpture Garden in River Hills Wisconsin

Aug

10 Free Things To Do This Summer With Kids (2023)

August 12, 2023Calie HerbstALL, Summer

Summer in Milwaukee is a season bursting with possibilities, especially when the kids are in tow. Who says you have to break the bank to have a memorable time? From exploring breathtaking waterfalls and sun-kissed beaches to hopping on The Hop Streetcar for an urban adventure, the city unveils a treasure trove of family fun...

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