Every week, Milwaukee With Kids answers a simple question for families across the area: What are we going to do this weekend? From indoor activities to outdoor adventures, we’ve got you covered. For the full weekend list, make sure to visit the Milwaukee With Kids website.
Top picks
Wisconsin Fest at Bavarian’s Old Heidelberg Park
The Bavarian Bierhaus | 700 W. Lexington Blvd. | Glendale
June 6-7
Admission: FREE
The Bavarian Bierhaus is hosting their first annual Wisconsin Fest this weekend in Old Heidelberg Park. The event runs 4-11 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, and will feature a fish fry, reuben rolls, cheese curds, Usinger Brats, pretzels, butter burgers and Kringle, as well as beverages like an old fashioned slush, brandy slush and beer. There will also be live music Friday night and Volkswagen cars on display Saturday.
PrideFest Children’s Stage
Henry Maier Festival Park
June 5-7
Admission: Children 12 and under FREE with adult admission
PrideFest Milwaukee isn’t just for grown-ups. The Children’s Stage makes it a vibrant and welcoming space for families, too! In past years, kids have enjoyed:
- Appearances from family-friendly entertainers and community groups
- Live performances tailored for young audiences (music, dance, puppetry and more)
- Arts and crafts, face painting, and creative play
- Bubbles, games and storytelling throughout the day
Art64 in Wauwatosa
7700 Harwood Ave. | Wauwatosa
June 6-7
Admission: FREE
ART64, presented by North Shore Bank, is back for its fourth year, and you’re invited to join the celebration! The Village of Wauwatosa will transform into a lively art festival where 64 dynamic artists create breathtaking works right before your eyes as they face off in a head-to-head, bracket-style live painting tournament. And you get to vote on the winner!
Beyond the thrilling competition, take time to explore the vibrant local scene — with charming restaurants, boutique shops and unique experiences all waiting to be discovered.
Water Lantern Festival
Veterans Park | 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. | Milwaukee
Saturday, June 7 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Admission: Adults $35-$60; Children under 8 FREE
At this magical lakeside event, you can decorate a lantern with drawings, wishes and messages of hope, then watch as thousands of glowing lanterns are launched on the water at sunset — a breathtaking, calming moment. Before the launch, listen to live music and grab a family-friendly bite from on-site food trucks. The event supports Make-A-Wish, giving back to children with critical illnesses. Use the exclusive discount code KIDS10 for 10% off tickets.
Animal antics
Turtle Fest at Discovery World
500 North Harbor | Milwaukee
June 5-8 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Included with general admission to Discovery World
Enjoy a four-day “shellabration” of Discovery World’s most charismatic residents. Learn from aquarists and local wildlife experts, catch a turtle feeding, and even see a tiny zoo! Get to know these amazing turtles (and meet some turtle-y cool friends from partner organizations), make wearable turtle projects, join turtle enrichment presentations, enjoy animal encounters and more.
Reptile Day at Wehr Nature Center
9701 W. College Ave. | Franklin
Sunday, June 8 | Noon-4 p.m.
Admission: Non-Members $7; Friends of Wehr Members $5; Children 2 and Under FREE; Parking $5 (applies to non-members)
Discover the world of reptiles and amphibians by meeting colorful snakes, wondrous turtles, and unique lizards and salamanders. See dozens of species on display, and enjoy a guided hike to look for turtles and listen for frogs. Learn ways to live harmoniously with our misunderstood and scaly wild neighbors, enjoy reptile-themed crafts and more!
Opening this weekend
Westbury Bank Aquapark in West Bend
Regner Park | 1225 Park Ave. | West Bend
Opens Friday, June 6 | 1-7 p.m.
Admission: $8 for 2 hours of play (ages 6+)
Splash into summer at this brand-new inflatable water playground featuring 50 floating obstacles, including giant slides, a 27-foot swing and climbing platforms up to 19 feet tall. It’s open to ages 6+ (life jackets provided). Regular daily hours will be 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
David F. Schulz Aquatic Center
Lincoln Park | 1301 W. Hampton Ave. | Milwaukee
Opens Saturday, June 7
Admission: Adults $8.50 ($10.50 non-county residents); Seniors / Juniors (3-11) $7.50 ($8.50 non-county residents); Infants (0-2) FREE; Evening Swim $7; Tot Time (2+) $4
Race down the tube and body waterslides, float along the lazy river or swim in the heated pool. There are spray jets, water troughs and a bucket dump for the kids, plus a concession stand once everyone gets hungry.
Kids Dream Family Film Series
Participating Marcus Theatres locations
June 8-July 31, 2025 (various showtimes)
Admission: $3
Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres or Movie Tavern location, and view your favorite family films for only $3 (plus tax). It starts this weekend, June 8-12, with Despicable Me 4.
Domes Summer Show: Kinetic Garden
Mitchell Park Domes | 524 S. Layton Blvd. | Milwaukee
June 7-Sept. 7
Admission: General $6-9; Members / Children 2 and under FREE
The harmony between nature and art finds colorful expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias and lantanas. The patterns and shapes found in these summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and — like an artist’s color wheel — reveal the nearly limitless palette of the natural world.
Dynamic sculptures meld with the variegated flower bed to create a striking and joyous display that will move you in unexpected ways. Quick tip: Visit on a Wednesday to receive a free show-themed sticker with paid admission (while supplies last).