July 21-30, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm* Dive into an extraordinary underwater adventure as Discovery World proudly presents Shark Days, a captivating week-long celebration! Get ready to explore the fascinating world of sharks like never before as we unveil our newest additions! We've recently welcomed Bamboo Sharks from the prestigious Shedd Aquarium into our […]
Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 minutes. Included with General Admission […]
August 3-13, 2023 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Discovery World educators are hitting the road. Find Discovery World at the Wisconsin State Fair in We Energies Energy Park right by the Wonderfair Wheel daily from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm for hands-on activities. Stop by to create Solar Powered Pollinators with us! Purchase Tickets to […]
Every Wednesday July 12, 2023 - August 30, 2023 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us at Discovery World for Live @ the Lakefront, one of the best FREE concert series in the city featuring incredible musical acts from around the country. With the stage overhanging Lake Michigan, you’ll enjoy sunset shows right on Milwaukee’s lakefront. This […]
Wednesdays 9:30 am - 11:30 am, with feedings at 10:00 am Our Lake Michigan Exhibit showcases the fish we'd find in our own backyard here at Discovery World. You'll see Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Yellow Perch, and more! These fish are ambassadors for species found in Lake Michigan and other local lakes throughout Wisconsin. Watch divers […]
Thursdays 9:30 am – 11:30 am Join us in Discovery World’s Reiman Aquarium to learn how our wonderful Aquarists and volunteer divers care for the amazing fish that live in the 65,000-gallon Caribbean Reef Tunnel. Watch our team feed the fish and learn about the important work they do in our larger tanks. Explore our […]
Every Wednesday July 12, 2023 - August 30, 2023 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us at Discovery World for Live @ the Lakefront, one of the best FREE concert series in the city featuring incredible musical acts from around the country. With the stage overhanging Lake Michigan, you’ll enjoy sunset shows right on Milwaukee’s lakefront. This […]
Wednesdays 9:30 am - 11:30 am, with feedings at 10:00 am Our Lake Michigan Exhibit showcases the fish we'd find in our own backyard here at Discovery World. You'll see Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Yellow Perch, and more! These fish are ambassadors for species found in Lake Michigan and other local lakes throughout Wisconsin. Watch divers […]
Thursdays 9:30 am – 11:30 am Join us in Discovery World’s Reiman Aquarium to learn how our wonderful Aquarists and volunteer divers care for the amazing fish that live in the 65,000-gallon Caribbean Reef Tunnel. Watch our team feed the fish and learn about the important work they do in our larger tanks. Explore our […]
Animal Encounters Saturdays 10:00 am - 10:30 am Reptiles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our Aquarists for an adventure in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home. Explore our exhibit here: Great Lakes Future
Saturday, August 12, 2023 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Milwaukee Influencers Collect Food for Local Pantry: Community invited to explore Discovery World with Instagrammers and TikTokers while donating to Kinship Community Food Center. Local influencers on Instagram and TikTok will be available to offer tips and best practices to aspiring content creators while exploring Discovery […]
Sunday, August 13, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am Join us for outdoor yoga on the grounds of Discovery World. Bring your family to enjoy family yoga with beautiful views of Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee skyline. FREE for Discovery World Members $4/person for non-members Reserve your spot: Register Here Yoga mat/props and water bottles […]
Sunday, August 13, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm FREE Outdoor Event! Does your child get excited whenever they see large machinery in action? Bring them to Discovery World to see the incredible machines our city needs to thrive and meet the teams that operate them. This is a free outdoor event located on the […]
Milwaukee Makers Market Select Sundays 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Shop for amazing homemade items and support local businesses as the Milwaukee Makers Market returns to Discovery World! Creator, Ryan Laessig, curates each market to create a perfect opportunity for small business owners to sell their wares and make connections with fans and other makers. […]
Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 minutes. Included with General Admission […]
Every Wednesday July 12, 2023 - August 30, 2023 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us at Discovery World for Live @ the Lakefront, one of the best FREE concert series in the city featuring incredible musical acts from around the country. With the stage overhanging Lake Michigan, you’ll enjoy sunset shows right on Milwaukee’s lakefront. This […]
Wednesdays 9:30 am - 11:30 am, with feedings at 10:00 am Our Lake Michigan Exhibit showcases the fish we'd find in our own backyard here at Discovery World. You'll see Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Yellow Perch, and more! These fish are ambassadors for species found in Lake Michigan and other local lakes throughout Wisconsin. Watch divers […]
Thursdays 9:30 am – 11:30 am Join us in Discovery World’s Reiman Aquarium to learn how our wonderful Aquarists and volunteer divers care for the amazing fish that live in the 65,000-gallon Caribbean Reef Tunnel. Watch our team feed the fish and learn about the important work they do in our larger tanks. Explore our […]
Animal Encounters Saturdays 10:00 am - 10:30 am Reptiles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our Aquarists for an adventure in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home. Explore our exhibit here: Great Lakes Future
Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 minutes. Included with General Admission […]
Tuesday, August 22, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Corps members from City Year Milwaukee are taking over hands-on activity stations throughout Discovery World all day long! Special Experiences: Kohl's Design It! Lab Cart Tactile Outer Space - Station Touch Tank Experience Invasive Species Cart Cubelets
Every Wednesday July 12, 2023 - August 30, 2023 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us at Discovery World for Live @ the Lakefront, one of the best FREE concert series in the city featuring incredible musical acts from around the country. With the stage overhanging Lake Michigan, you’ll enjoy sunset shows right on Milwaukee’s lakefront. This […]
Wednesdays 9:30 am - 11:30 am, with feedings at 10:00 am Our Lake Michigan Exhibit showcases the fish we'd find in our own backyard here at Discovery World. You'll see Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Yellow Perch, and more! These fish are ambassadors for species found in Lake Michigan and other local lakes throughout Wisconsin. Watch divers […]
Thursdays 9:30 am – 11:30 am Join us in Discovery World’s Reiman Aquarium to learn how our wonderful Aquarists and volunteer divers care for the amazing fish that live in the 65,000-gallon Caribbean Reef Tunnel. Watch our team feed the fish and learn about the important work they do in our larger tanks. Explore our […]
Chappy's Farewell Weekend! Saturday, August 26 - Sunday, August 27 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Discovery World is saying farewell to Chappy, the beloved Alligator Snapping Turtle. After many long years of educating guests about freshwater turtles, Chappy is ready to embark on a well-deserved retirement in Missouri. Let's celebrate the remarkable legacy of Chappy […]
Animal Encounters Saturdays 10:00 am - 10:30 am Reptiles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our Aquarists for an adventure in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home. Explore our exhibit here: Great Lakes Future
Chappy's Farewell Weekend! Saturday, August 26 - Sunday, August 27 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Discovery World is saying farewell to Chappy, the beloved Alligator Snapping Turtle. After many long years of educating guests about freshwater turtles, Chappy is ready to embark on a well-deserved retirement in Missouri. Let's celebrate the remarkable legacy of Chappy […]
Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 minutes. Included with General Admission […]
Every Wednesday July 12, 2023 - August 30, 2023 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us at Discovery World for Live @ the Lakefront, one of the best FREE concert series in the city featuring incredible musical acts from around the country. With the stage overhanging Lake Michigan, you’ll enjoy sunset shows right on Milwaukee’s lakefront. This […]
Wednesdays 9:30 am - 11:30 am, with feedings at 10:00 am Our Lake Michigan Exhibit showcases the fish we'd find in our own backyard here at Discovery World. You'll see Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Yellow Perch, and more! These fish are ambassadors for species found in Lake Michigan and other local lakes throughout Wisconsin. Watch divers […]
Thursdays 9:30 am – 11:30 am Join us in Discovery World’s Reiman Aquarium to learn how our wonderful Aquarists and volunteer divers care for the amazing fish that live in the 65,000-gallon Caribbean Reef Tunnel. Watch our team feed the fish and learn about the important work they do in our larger tanks. Explore our […]
Friday, September 1, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Join us for an exciting and educational experience as the PNC Mobile Learning Adventure comes to Discovery World! This mobile adventure provides an opportunity for parents and caregivers to learn about the importance of early childhood education while engaging in fun activities with their children. During […]
Animal Encounters Saturdays 10:00 am - 10:30 am Reptiles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our Aquarists for an adventure in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home. Explore our exhibit here: Great Lakes Future
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