Press Release
Family Fun This Winter Break: Dive into Indoor Pools, Enjoy Open Gym, Ice Skate, Hike, and More at the Milwaukee County Parks!
Milwaukee, WI – With the winter break approaching, Milwaukee County Parks are ready to provide fun and engaging activities for everyone. All facilities, except for specific holiday closures, are open, offering a host of activities to keep the community active and entertained.
Affordable Locations Below with Fun for the Whole Family!
👉 Click here to view a list of our hours of operation, or visit the individual links in our ‘Additional Details’ section below
1. Pulaski Indoor Pool
Address: 2701 S. 16th St. Milwaukee, WI 53215
Join us daily* for open swim or check out our lap swimming and water exercise sessions. *Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
Address: 8235 Good Hope Rd. Milwaukee, WI 53223
Join us Monday-Saturday* in December for open swim or check out our lap swimming and water exercise times.
*Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
3. Milwaukee County Sports Complex
Address: 6000 W. Ryan Rd. Franklin WI, 53132
This holiday season, enjoy more opportunities to engage in sports and recreational activities at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex. We’ve arranged special hours for pickleball enthusiasts and gym goers alike.
4. Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park
Address: 920 N Water St. Milwaukee, WI 53202
Whether you’re downtown ice skating on a winter evening after a show, or skating on a weekend afternoon with the kids, the rink is free when you bring your own skates — or you can rent from us!
5. Wilson Ice Arena
Address: 4001 S. 20th St. Milwaukee, WI 53211
Check out open skate at Wilson Ice Arena weekdays* in December starting at noon – 3:00pm and on Saturdays from 2:30pm – 4:30pm. See calendar for complete start and end times. Look for night skating on New Year’s Day.
*Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Address: 9701 W. College Ave. Franklin WI 53132
Observe the many gifts nature has to offer as you trek the trails in this County gem. Reserve an outdoor all terrain chair to help with accessibility needs, and check out snow shoe rentals if there is enough snow.* Trails are open sunrise to sunset and remain open while the visitor center is closed in observance of Christmas, December 24th-26th.
Address: 524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Be sure to check out all of our holiday events and activities at the Mitchell Park Domes including the dazzling new holiday floral show: The Domes Holiday Parade!
Stay Active and Connected
This winter, Milwaukee County Parks provide a wealth of activities to foster health, wellness, and community spirit. We invite you to join us at any of our locations and enjoy a festive, active holiday season!
This winter, Milwaukee County Parks provide a wealth of activities to foster health, wellness, and community spirit. We invite you to join us at any of our locations and enjoy a festive, active holiday season!
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For more details on ALL of our winter activities and operational hours, please visit our website or contact the Milwaukee County Parks main office at (414) 257-7275.
About Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks is dedicated to enriching the lives of the community by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable recreational opportunities while preserving the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Spanning over 15,000 acres, the Milwaukee County Park System includes more than 150 parks and parkways, over 100 miles of trails, numerous community centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, beaches, and hundreds of playgrounds, athletic fields, and picnic areas. Committed to sustainability, health, and equity, Milwaukee County Parks continues to strive towards a vision where everyone, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of green spaces and recreational facilities.
Milwaukee County Parks is dedicated to enriching the lives of the community by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable recreational opportunities while preserving the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Spanning over 15,000 acres, the Milwaukee County Park System includes more than 150 parks and parkways, over 100 miles of trails, numerous community centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, beaches, and hundreds of playgrounds, athletic fields, and picnic areas. Committed to sustainability, health, and equity, Milwaukee County Parks continues to strive towards a vision where everyone, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of green spaces and recreational facilities.
Additional Details
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NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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