There are so many holiday-themed events going on this weekend! Here are our top picks: 1. Cocoa With the Clauses Cathedral Square Park, 520 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53202Saturday, December 9, 2023, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.Admission: FREE Straight from the North Pole, Santa and Mrs. Claus return for this annual cocoa klatch in Cathedral Square Park....Read More
Milwaukee is lit. Literally. We found Tree Lightings happening all over the city to dazzle you and your family. They are listed in chronological order and by month, for maximum busy-parent convenience. November Tree Lightings 1. 109th Annual City Christmas Tree Lighting November 17th from 5:00-7:00 pm. in the “Cheer District” The tree will be...Read More
As the leaves change and the nights grow cooler, Milwaukee comes alive with Halloween spirit. Looking for a memorable evening drive or stroll with the family? Dive into the eerie but enchanting world of Milwaukee’s best Halloween displays! From haunted gardens to playful pumpkin patch setups, many of these displays are handcrafted with love by...Read More
Scarecrow Lane is back at Retzer Nature Center in Wales this year, and it brings outdoor fun that’s appropriate for all ages. It’s a self-guided hike located on the west end of the Learning Center Building. You’ll find scarecrows uniquely decorated by local families and businesses, perched along the Blue Trail. Scarecrow Lane is open...Read More
The Yard at BAYSHORE will come alive with wicked displays and eerie-sistible entertainment on Friday, October 27, 2023 from 5-8 p.m., with the 4th Annual BAYSHORE BOOgie Bash & Costume Contest. In partnership with Spirit Halloween, the free family event will host a kids dance party and costume contest with prizes at 6 p.m. There will also b a...Read More
The Milwaukee theater scene is as vibrant as ever, but it can be expensive to pay for tickets for the whole family. Luckily, First Stage last week announced their Pay What You Choose performances for select productions. Pay What You Choose tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis with a minimum suggested donation of $10 per...Read More
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...Read More
Fresh air and family time are not always easy to come by, but it sure is time well spent. Research shows that getting outside and spending time together as a family promotes bonding and overall wellness. (Even when you’d rather curl up on the couch and Netflix all day.) There’s really no doubt that getting...Read More
Hop Summer Nights are back aboard The Hop. The Hop announced that the popular Hop Summer Nights promotion will be coming back to the streetcar this August. From 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, August 13th and Sunday, August 20th, riders will be able to cool down with free popsicles from Pete’s Pops and free live jazz...Read More
Southeastern Wisconsin is home to hundreds of ponds and lakes, but of course not all of them have public beaches for swimming. There are a select few in the Milwaukee area, and each of their sandy beaches is a popular summer destination for both onshore and water recreation. They’re the best places for building sandcastles,...Read More
