Farmers Market
Explore the vibrant culinary scene of Milwaukee through its thriving farmer's markets. Immerse yourself in a tapestry of fresh flavors, local produce and artisanal delights.
Beer Gardens
Experience Milwaukee's beer gardens, where German traditions and local breweries come together in inviting outdoor spaces.
Schlitz Audubon After Dark: Cozy by the Fire
Bundle up and head outside to stargaze and discover celestial wonders through a telescope while staying toasty by the firepit. Then savor the warmth of a crackling fire in our Great Hall…
Cross Country Skiing for Beginners
Glide through the snow and discover the joy of Nordic cross-country skiing with friends from the Urban Ecology Center! In this outdoor program, you’ll learn the fundamentals of…
Uncovering Bird Behavior
This two-part certificate program will explore how natural selection and ecological pressure shape the instincts of birds living in Wisconsin. Go beyond simple bird identification and…
Winter Ecology Walk
Winter Ecology Walk Winter in Milwaukee may seem quiet, but beneath the snow and ice, the city’s ecosystems are alive with remarkable adaptations. On this guided winter ecology stroll…
Samson Stomp & Romp
Our favorite winter tradition is back! For this 46th running of the Milwaukee County Zoo’s Samson Stomp & Romp, participants are invited to join us for the race they know and love…
2026 Adaptive Open Bonspiel
The Wauwatosa Curling Club is excited to host its first ever open adaptive bonspiel for any curler with any form of disability and any skill level. You can come with a teammate. If you do…
Take it Outside Day - Snowshoes & Sleds
Step into snowshoes at the UEC and learn the basics of stomping through a snowy landscape. Program facilitators will assist with snowshoe sizing, mechanics, and even cover how to get up…
Adaptive "Stick" Curling
Adaptive curling consists of pushing granite stones down a sheet of ice from a standing or sitting (wheelchair) position using a “pusher” stick. This adaptive curling style session is…
Milwaukee’s Historic Fall Favorites
The sound of leaves crunching underfoot, the smell of hot cider and the cinnamon-y treat in the oven, the satisfaction from collecting a giant pile of leaves, and dogs or kids…
Along for the Ride: Biking Milwaukee’s North Shore Community
The Tour de France is off and running, and that can only mean two things: Bicycling bedlam. Pedal pandemonium. Freewheeling fever. All that, and a bike-centric blog post that…
Bikes and Brews: Cycling Beer Garden Itinerary
Cruise for brews this summer! Take a Tour de Milwaukee with our beer garden itinerary, a summertime guide to five (or seven if you’re along for an extended ride)…
Spring Fever: A One-Day Outdoor Milwaukee Itinerary
Spring has arrived in Milwaukee, and that can only mean one thing: It’s time to explore the great outdoors! While we may be a bit away from the summer days of sun-soaked…
8 Spring Things to Do in Milwaukee
As the seasons change from the chill of winter to the green growth of spring, Milwaukee flourishes with possibilities, activities and events. All around town, from the crack of…
Milwaukee Fall Leaf-Peeping Guide
There’s so much to love about fall in Milwaukee! The slight chill in the air, the return of Bucks basketball and Admirals hockey and the annual resurgence of pumpkin…
Keep ‘Er Movin’: Charlie Berens Itinerary
Author, Journalist, raconteur, professional food taster, small-town bartender impersonator, retired pro baseball hopeful and funny man extraordinaire Charlie Berens is a modern…
New in MKE: Davidson Park
On Monday, June 24, Davidson Park roared to life at the Harley-Davidson Juneau Avenue campus on Milwaukee’s Near West Side. Pioneered by the Harley-Davidson Foundation…
A Family Walk in the Park: 7 Places for Outdoor Fun in Milwaukee
In Milwaukee, beauty and wonder are never more than just a few steps away. With branches at Riverside Park, Washington Park and in the Menomonee Valley, find your connection to…
Find Your Perfect Park Day in Milwaukee
With an endless variety of amenities and views, the world-class Milwaukee County Parks system promises wide-open green spaces for much-deserved R&R — no matter what…
