Milwaukee Recreation

Milwaukee Recreation Hosts 2026 Bike Bazaar

Event set for Saturday, March 14 at Riverside High School

Crowley Seeks to Replace McGovern Senior Center

Administration pushes to close senior center in McGovern Park, find new location.

Matt Goodwin Named Commissioner of Athletics & Academics

Goodwin will step into the role today

Milwaukee Recreation Manager of Operations Receives George Wilson Service Award

Andrew Rossa honored by Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association

Registration for MPS’s Summer Academy Opens on February 16

Classes Will Take Place Weekday Mornings from July 6-30 at 15 Sites

Cass Street School Receives Donations From Spectrum Industries to Launch Esports Lab

Annie Kubes Named Senior Director of Milwaukee Recreation

Kubes will step into the role on December 29

Milwaukee Recreation Hosts Annual New Year’s Day Yoga Fest

January 1, 2026 at Beulah Brinton Community Center

Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation announce MPS Drive Milestone

Over 10,000 students gain critical skills through accessible driver education

Milwaukee Recreation to Host Seventh Annual Winter Wonder Woods

Event to take place December 10 - 13

Milwaukee Recreation to Host Seventh Annual Winter Wonder Woods

Event to take place December 10 - 13

Twilight Centers Offer Nighttime Fun for Milwaukee Youths

8 Milwaukee schools offer gyms, pools, games and activities.

MPS Reaching Out to Community

Superintendent Cassellius and school board create new outreach committees.

Work Underway On New Northwest Side Community Center

Former Town of Granville school to become all-ages community hub.

Milwaukee Recreation Announces Mother & Son Superhero Night

Sixth annual event set for Saturday, November 8 at Hamilton High School

Milwaukee Recreation Earns Reaccreditation From National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)

Milwaukee Recreation first earned accreditation in 2021

Student Early Release Days Will Allow Teacher Training in New MPS Literacy Plan

Plan Includes 40 Hours of Dedicated Teacher Training in 2025–26 So All Students Can Read at Grade Level

Milwaukee Recreation Announces 32nd Annual Halloween Glen

Halloween fun and outdoor education will make for exciting event at Hawthorn Glen

Full MPS Leadership Team Is Now in Place

New Chiefs Are Leading HR, Partnership, Schools; New Academic Superintendents Are Based in Schools

New Riverwalk Segment Planned Along KK River

A Harbor District riverwalk network quietly emerging.

$1.5m Being Released Today for Driver Ed Grants – Eligible Students Should Apply Asap

Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation Announce the 18th Annual Run Back to School

Registration for this event is now open

Community Cheers Modrzejewski Playfield Reopening

Parents, children and local officials celebrate newly updated southside park.

MPS Summer Programs Underway for Students Across Milwaukee

Summer Academy helps students catch up, get ahead, and start strong in the 2025–26 school year

Milwaukee Recreation to Hold Grand Reopening Ceremony for Newly Renovated Modrzejewski Playfield

Event is set for Tuesday, July 8 at 11:00am

Milwaukee Recreation Announces Third Annual Cycling Celebration at Beulah Brinton Community Center

Event to feature pro cyclists Erica Carney and Luisa Parra

Trump Budget Would Ax Funds for State’s After-School Learning Centers

They serve 20,000 students at 168 sites in high-poverty districts across Wisconsin.

Milwaukee Recreation Offers Affordable Before- and After-School Programs for Milwaukee Youth

Summer programs begin June 23

Milwaukee Reaches Mayor’s Protected Bike Lane Goal

Mayor Cavalier Johnson calls it a 'great start,' pledges to keep going.

See Milwaukee’s 2025 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners

From pavement turned to art to 44-story buildings, awards recognize the best of Milwaukee design.

Milwaukee Recreation to Hold Grand Reopening Ceremony for Newly Renovated Wick Playfield

Event is set for Tuesday, May 6 at 4:30pm

Brian Litzsey Believes Recreation ‘Changes Lives’

Litzsey is first Black director of $37 million MPS agency, Milwaukee Recreation.

Council Approves MPS Police Officer Agreement, But Money Still An Issue

Council has opportunity to spend MPS funding, but on what?

Milwaukee Recreation Hosts the 20th Annual Daddy/Daughter Dance

The event is scheduled for February 22, 2025 at the Baird Center

Free Fitness and Wellness Day at Noyes Indoor Pool

Brian D. Litzsey Named 11th Senior Director of Milwaukee Recreation

Litzsey will step into the role on January 20

Milwaukee Recreation Hosts Annual New Year’s Day Yoga Fest

January 1, 2025 at Beulah Brinton Community Center

Milwaukee Recreation to Host Sixth Annual Winter Wonder Woods

Event to take place December 6, 7, 13 and 14

Milwaukee Recreation Announces Mother & Son Superhero Night

Fifth annual event set for Saturday, November 9 at Hamilton High School

Milwaukee County Replacing Its Oldest Playground

And it's only happening after a special design flourish was added.

Survive Alive House to Host Fire Safety Event on October 7

Event will kick-off National Fire Prevention Month

Milwaukee Recreation Announces 31st Annual Halloween Glen

Halloween fun and outdoor education will make for exciting event at Hawthorn Glen

New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students

Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.

Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation Announce the 17th Annual Run Back to School

Registration is open for this in-person event

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Aurora Health Care Launch Aurora Pavilion Stage and Announce New FREE Health and Wellness Fest with Special Guest Donald Driver

Wisconsin Bike Fed Celebrates Wisconsin Bike Week With Communities Across the State June 1 – 9, 2024

Milwaukee Kicks Off Peace Week

Second annual Peace Week's events seek to 'jump-start the summertime in Milwaukee on a very positive and peaceful note.'

Milwaukee Recreation Manager Elected President of the Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association (WPRA) Board of Directors

Derek Donlevy officially moved into the role on January 31st

Milwaukee Recreation Hosts 19th Annual Daddy/Daughter Dance

Event is scheduled for February 17, 2024 at Beulah Brinton Community Center

Common Ground Wins $6 Million for Driver Education

New Park Will Be Built Atop 24th Street

One block of southside street near MPS school would become neighborhood amenity.

Milwaukee Recreation to Host Fifth Annual Winter Wonder Woods

Event takes place Dec. 8, 9, 15 & 16 at Hawthorn Glen

Tattoos, Beets and a Pet Parade?

The Brewers are done, but the weekend still promises lots of fun.

24th MANDI Awards Celebrate Milwaukee Success Stories

The annual "good news" awards showcase people, projects and organizations working to move Milwaukee forward.

Milwaukee Youth Program Serves Many

'Twilight' program keeps children safe and off the streets with activities at various MPS locations.

Playgrounds Hosting Foam Bubble Parties

Piles of fluffy fun at Franklin Square, Green Bay and Clovernook Playfields on Aug. 2.

10 Summer Programs for City Kids

Milwaukee Recreation offers wide variety of activities.

The City of Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention Grants $370,000 to Summer of Healing Awardees

Meet Up And Eat Up, Milwaukee! Summer Meals Program Provides Three Daily Meals to Kids, Teens and Families

Kickoff event highlighted Summer Meals, educational and recreational programs at 140+ sites throughout Milwaukee County

City Program Seeks to Get Kids Off the Streets

"Safer City MKE" offers camping trips, city tours, art classes and more.

Skate Park Planned for Bay View

Bay View Neighborhood Association closing in on fundraising goal for new wheel park.

Construction Starts on Century City Park Expansion

Revamped Melvina Park at 29th and Melvina will nearly quadruple in size.

Milwaukee Recreation Announces Family Drive-In Movie Day

The classic drive-in experience is back to kick off the summer season

School Board Candidates

Three contested races, including a citywide race.

Three Contested Milwaukee School Board Seats On April Ballot

Plus: two uncontested races. Meet the candidates.

Renovated Green Bay Playfield Opens

MPS-owned park located near Interstate 43 and Capitol Drive

DNR, WHEDA Host Home And Habitat Fest At Havenwoods State Forest

Event Unites Housing And Natural Resources

10 Riverwalk Projects Will Greatly Expand System

Three-mile, award-winning corridor is becoming far more than a downtown amenity.

Supervisors Propose Parks Youth Corps

A program for high school students to learn, earn a stipend and help maintain the parks.

MPS Foundation Funds the First-Ever IT & Esports Class in Milwaukee Public Schools

Summer school class offers valuable experience and career exploration for local students interested in the popular world of competitive video gaming

Burnham Playfield Reopens To Happy Crowd

Southside park boasts splash pad, playground, futsal and basketball courts, soccer and baseball fields

Milwaukee Public Schools Announces Early Dismissal for Students Due to Weather Forecast

Students will be dismissed no later than 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2022

A New Plan For Universal Driver’s Education

Common Ground's proposal calls for insurance companies to be lead funders of program.

Lifeguard Shortage Limits Pool Openings Again

No lifeguards at beaches in 2022, limited pool openings.

New Plans Aims To Grow 13th Street

Extension of KK River Trail, traffic calming for Oklahoma Ave and safety improvements for S. 13th Street.

Could More Drivers Ed Reduce Reckless Driving?

Some Milwaukee leaders point to decline of program as key contributor.

How Can Milwaukee Save Its Parks?

Policy researchers, public officials say new tax revenue, and public-private partnerships.

Milwaukee Recreation Earns National Accreditation

MPS division earns accreditation given to only 1.9% of U.S. park and recreation agencies.

How Should Milwaukee Honor Ralph Metcalfe?

Black sprinter was once "fastest man in the world," and later a political trailblazer.

New Mural, Peace Tree Unveiled at Pulaski Playfield

Effort designed to encourage social unity, environmental consciousness and youth empowerment.

Wheel Park Planned For Emigh Playfield in Tippecanoe

Would be city's first park targeted at BMX bikes, skateboards, scooters and skates.

Community input sought for Emigh Playfield enhancement

Supervisor Goodwin Proposal to Create Basketball League Recommended by Parks Committee

New Park Opens in Historic Third Ward

New Gas Light Park is small and all about the children.

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2021 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods during Virtual Event

Franklin Square Playfield Opens

It's the sixth renovated playfield reopened by MPS and Milwaukee Recreation.

Green Bay Playfield Being Renovated

Part of MPS effort to update 52 playfields.

25 Summer Resources For Kids

For recreation, classes, safety, health and healing

Abundance of opportunities exist for youth this summer

Report Shows Parks Need More Equity

A nation-wide problem. In Milwaukee persons of color have access to 70% less park space.

Tips for Youths Seeking Summer Jobs

It’s not too late to apply. Here’s the best way to do it.