With over 150 parks, miles of scenic trails, 15 golf courses, beer gardens, dog parks, beaches, community centers, botanical gardens, nature trails and hundreds of events, there's always something new to discover in your Milwaukee County Parks.
SPRING IN THE PARKS!
Our Top Picks of Spring Activities in Your Milwaukee County Parks
There are two seasons in Milwaukee: winter and beer garden. Read more about our permanent and traveling beer gardens at www.mkebeergardens.com.
Cool Waters & Schulz Aquatic Water parks will open on weekends only until mid-June. Get a season pass for unlimited visits all summer.
Boating season has officially begun! Season boat launch permits for motorized, non-motorized and jet skis are now available to purchase online.Get a permit.
Explore 12 formal gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens in Hales Corners. Open daily, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Read our quick guide to the top events happening in Milwaukee County Parks in May.
What's New
Major Upcoming Events
The Vine Humboldt Soft Opening
May 23, Humboldt Park
At 5pm on May 23 the Vine Humboldt Wine & Beer Garden will open for the season. A grand opening will be held in early June.
Visit the Vine
Memorial Day Kite Fest
May 25 - 26, Veterans Park
Gift of Wings hosts the 32nd Annual Family Kite Festival at Milwaukee's Lakefront in Veterans Park.
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Traveling Beer Garden Keg Tapping
May 29, Doctors Park & Froemming Park
It's a double keg tap day! The Traveling Beer Garden's Roll Out the Barrel tour will open at Doctors Park in Fox Point from May 26 - June 16 and the Pass Me a Pint Tour will open at Froemming Park in Franklin from May 29 - June 9.
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Over 150 pavilions, community rooms, wedding venues and parks spaces are available to rent. Start planning your next event.