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FESTIVALS AND FAIRS

August 24, 2026

Bayview Bash 2026 Family Guide

August 24, 2026

Discover Milwaukee's Bayview Bash 2025 - September 20th's FREE family street festival! North Shore families guide to kid-friendly activities, parking tips, neighborhood exploration, and authentic community celebration. Plan your perfect day trip to Milwaukee's largest volunteer-run festival with live music, food vendors, and lakefront adventures.

August 24, 2026

August 23, 2026

Walworth County Fair 2026: Your Complete Family Guide

August 23, 2026

Wisconsin's oldest county fair offers six days of authentic Midwestern fun. This massive 99-acre fairgrounds in Elkhorn delivers everything families expect from a classic county fair.

August 23, 2026

August 16, 2026

Milwaukee Pumpkin Festivals 2026: Verified Family Guide

August 16, 2026

Milwaukee and its surrounding communities transform into a pumpkin paradise each fall, offering more than festivals, farms, and celebrations where families can carve jack-o-lanterns, navigate corn mazes, and celebrate the harvest season.

August 16, 2026

Wisconsin State Fair Harvest Fair 2026: Dates, Hours and Family Guide

August 16, 2026

The Wisconsin State Fair Harvest Fair celebrates three days of fall festivities, free entertainment, and seasonal treats at Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis.

August 16, 2026

Milwaukee Oktoberfest 2026 Family Guide: October 2–4

August 16, 2026

Get ready for Milwaukee's biggest Oktoberfest celebration yet! This year marks a milestone as the festival moves to its new permanent home at Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) on the lakefront

August 16, 2026

Oktoberfest Guide to Milwaukee’s North Shore: 2026 Dates

August 16, 2026

Celebrate Oktoberfest 2025 on Milwaukee’s North Shore with this complete guide to family-friendly and adult events in Shorewood, Glendale, Whitefish Bay, Fox Point, Bayside, Mequon, and more. Discover beer gardens, brat fests, live polka music, and fall fun across the region.

August 16, 2026

August 8, 2026

Milwaukee Irish Fest 2026: Your Family's Ultimate Guide

August 8, 2026

Milwaukee Irish Fest 2026 is set to transform the 75-acre Henry Maier Festival Park into a Celtic wonderland

August 8, 2026

ArtBlaze 2026: Free Family Fun at McKinley Beach

August 8, 2026

Discover ArtBlaze—Milwaukee’s free summer event series

August 8, 2026

SPORTS ADVENTURES

September 27, 2026

Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon: 2026 participant & spectator guide

September 27, 2026

September 17, 2026

Guide to Rock Climbing for Kids and Families in Milwaukee

September 17, 2026

Discover Milwaukee's top family-friendly rock climbing spots with our comprehensive guide. From North Shore recreation programs to indoor gyms like Adventure Rock and Milwaukee Turners, and outdoor adventures at the Urban Ecology Center.

September 17, 2026

Guide to Pickleball in Milwaukee’s North Shore and Beyond

September 17, 2026

Discover the best places to play pickleball in Milwaukee’s North Shore with our complete guide. Find local courts, leagues, lessons, and family-friendly spots in Shorewood, Whitefish Bay, Glendale, and beyond.

September 17, 2026

September 10, 2026

The Milwaukee Brewers Bandwagon Guide 2026

September 10, 2026

If you’re just jumping on the Brewers bandwagon now, no judgements! There’s plenty of room to join the cheering section. And if you want to know the storyline, we can help you get up to speed.

September 10, 2026

September 8, 2026

Tailgating at Lambeau Field: The 2026–27 Family Guide

September 8, 2026

Discover the ultimate guide to tailgating at Lambeau Field! Tips, family-friendly activities, and insider secrets for a fun, unforgettable game day experience.

September 8, 2026

Where to Find Pickleball Lessons and Instructors in the Milwaukee Area

September 8, 2026

Discover top pickleball coaches, clinics, and lesson programs across the Milwaukee metro, from certified pros and dedicated facilities to parks and rec clinics for all ages and skill levels.

September 8, 2026

September 3, 2026

New Visitor Guide to American Family Field: What to Eat, See and Do at a Brewers Game

September 3, 2026

Milwaukee offers a deeply local game-day experience built around tailgating, bratwurst, Wisconsin beer, friendly fans and some of the most recognizable traditions in baseball.

September 3, 2026

August 16, 2026

Every shuttle to 2026 Brewers games at American Family Field

August 16, 2026

Six Milwaukee-area hotels run their own free game-day shuttles to American Family Field, and more than 25 bars add even more free rides — making it surprisingly easy to skip the parking lots entirely.

August 16, 2026

SPORTS ADVENTURES

September 27, 2027

Guide to Milwaukee's Best Corn Mazes 2026

September 27, 2027

Discover the best corn mazes near Milwaukee's North Shore! From budget-friendly Mequon adventures to award-winning day trips, find the perfect fall family outing with our complete guide including prices, distances, and insider tips.

September 27, 2027

September 26, 2027

Old Farmer’s Almanac Prediction for Wisconsin Fall 2026 Weather

September 26, 2027

Discover Wisconsin's fall weather forecast from The Old Farmer's Almanac. Expect cooler temperatures, early snow, and below-average rainfall this autumn in Wisconsin.

September 26, 2027

September 27, 2026

Haunted MKE: Ghost Tours and Paranormal Experiences

September 27, 2026

Discover Milwaukee's best ghost tours and haunted locations. From the notorious Pfister Hotel to historic Third Ward walking tours, explore year-round paranormal experiences backed by real tragedies and documented hauntings

September 27, 2026

Milwaukee Area Fall Color Report 2026

September 27, 2026

Plan your greater Milwaukee area family getaway with our guide to Wisconsin’s fall colors. Discover top activities and use the live Fall Color Report map to catch peak foliage.

September 27, 2026

Milwaukee's North Shore Ghost Stories: Where History Meets Mystery

September 27, 2026

Discover Milwaukee's north shore ghost stories perfect for families—from Sister Sixtoes haunting Concordia University to Shorewood's magical Ghost Train. Gentle hauntings, lighthouse mysteries, and spooky history without the scares.

September 27, 2026

Milwaukee North Shore Trick or Treat Schedule 2026

September 27, 2026

Get ready for Milwaukee’s North Shore Halloween with our trick or treating guide to dates and hours.

September 27, 2026

September 19, 2026

Ice Rinks Near Milwaukee: Your 2026–2027 Family Skating Guide

September 19, 2026

The greater Milwaukee area offers a variety of ice skating rinks, both indoor and outdoor, catering to skaters of all ages and skill levels. Here are some notable rinks to explore

September 19, 2026