Milwaukee Film Festival

The Milwaukee Film Festival begins this Thursday and runs through May 8th at the Oriental and Downer Theaters. The festival features a variety of family-friendly films. The popular Kids Shorts series is a collection of short films meant for kids that are categorized by three age groups. Check the website for the full schedule.

30th Annual Milwaukee Riverkeeper Spring Cleanup

photo of a family helping with river cleaup at the 30th annual Milwaukee riverkeepers spring cleanup

On Saturday, April 26th you and your family can participate in a community-wide effort across multiple locations along the Milwaukee River basin to remove trash from our river system at the 30th Annual Milwaukee Riverkeeper Spring Cleanup. You bring the energy and hard work, and the Milwaukee Riverkeepers will provide gloves, trash bags, and a free t-shirt. Pre-registration is required. Learn more and register here.

Discovery World NFL Draft Day Celebration

Check out the NFL Draft festivities at Discovery World this Thursday through Sunday. Celebrate your favorite football team or create your own with a DIY Mini Football Pennant project in the Kohl’s Design It! Lab. Use the Flight Simulator to soar over Lambeau Field, or huddle up with your friends and challenge their knowledge of draft trivia in Power On. Regular admission fees apply.

You can also check out Animal Encounters on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11 a.m. Join the Guest Services team for an adventure in the Great Lakes Future exhibit and meet the animal ambassadors who call Discovery World home. Admission to Discovery World is required.

Hero Hustle Milwaukee

Photo of a family at the HEro Hustle race

Join in on the fun at the Hero Hustle at Estabrook Park. This ultimate family fun run offers a 5K, 10K, and 1-mile course, as well as a Kids Dash. Registration includes a race bib, a superhero cape, and a 4” mask finisher medal. Attendees can grab post-race snacks and check out vendors at the after-party. Registration costs $10-$40, depending on the course.

Lights of Spring

The makers of Country Christmas at the Ingleside Hotel have introduced a new walk-through light experience called Lights of Spring. The illuminated 3/4 mile outdoor trail features animated creatures and vibrant spring displays, including Easter lights, blooming flowers, butterflies, and more. Photo opportunities and other activities will be available on select nights. Tickets are $7. The show runs through April.