Summer is well underway here in Walworth County and by now, you may be running out of ideas for things to do with your kiddos. Thats why we’ve compiled a list with our top 50 picks of things to do with the kiddos this summer. Check it out:
- Sign up for Summer Camp at Nailed It DIY Studio in Elkhorn! Kiddos can pick from a variety of projects throughout the summer and make new creations each week.
- Catch a Concert or Movie in the Park! Enjoy family-friendly showings at Phoenix Park in Delavan, on the shores of Fontana Beach, and under the lights at Harris Park in Elkhorn.
- Explore our State Park system. Did you know Big Foot Beach State Park offers over 5 miles of hiking trails, a family campground, swimming beach and picnic and playground areas?
- Shop the local Farmers Markets for fresh veggies, fruits, flowers, and other nifty finds. Challenge yourselves to cook a whole meal with ingredients found at your local markets.
- Turn your eyes to the skies and go stargazing! Geneva Lakes Astrophysics and STEAM is hosting a guided Perseid Meteor Shower Cruise with Lake Geneva Cruiseline on August 11th.
- Take up a family bowling tournament at 10 Pin Pub in Walworth.
- Cool off and escape from the heat at the Lake Geneva Clue Room. Get the whole family together and see if you can solve the mystery before time runs out.
- Volunteer at the Lakeland Animal Shelter. Kiddos will love playing with pups and kitties looking to find their furever homes.
- Gather round the bonfire and roast s’mores at The Abbey Resort in Fontana.
- Brush up on local history with a visit to the Geneva Lake Museum. Kids will especially love the recreation of the old-timey brick streets of Lake Geneva.
11. Join in on weekly Storytime Under the Tree at Helen Rohner Children’s Fishing Park every Wednesday at 10am.
12. Camp out under the stars and wake up to a beautiful lakeside sunrise every morning. Pitch your tents at Scenic Ridge Campground on Whitewater Lake.
13. Unleash your inner adrenaline junkies on a ziplining tour through the forests of Lake Geneva. Lake Geneva Ziplines and Adventures offers all kinds of high-flying thrills for explorers of all ages.
14. Perfect your pickling skills and enter the Perfect Pickle Puckerbowl at the Walworth County Fair. Pick up a free cucumber at Frank’s Piggly Wiggly and enter to win $5,000 prize. Now who else can say a pickle paid for their kiddo’s college education?
15. Get your art on. Immerse yourselves in the world of fine arts and crafts at the Williams Bay Fine Arts Festival, July 24th & 25th. Kiddos can meet local artists, get inspired, and create their own masterpieces at this local event.
16. When in doubt, paddle it out. Treat the whole family to an afternoon of kayaking on Mill Pond in Delavan. Rentals start at $15 per hour.
17. Take a tour of a mushroom farm! Just ask any staff member at River Valley Ranch on Highway 50 in Burlington for details.
18. Treat the whole family to the sundae of the month at Jones Dairy Bar in Fort Atkinson.
19. Go back in time to a settlers village in the 1800’s at Old World Wisconsin.
20. Become a member of the Valley of the Kings Sanctuary & Retreat. Members can enjoy private tours of the Big Cat Rescue which is home to lions, tigers, and bears.
21. Satisfy your sweet tooth with homemade fudge at Geneva Gifts. Follow their Facebook Page to be clued in to when Double Fudge Day rolls around to save some money and enjoy more fudge.
22. Play at a playground you’ve never been to! Walworth County is home to some super fun playsets in both city and county parks. Check out our guide to our County Parks here.
23. Blend custom scented candles with your older kiddos at The Candle Mercantile.
24. Catch a live performance by the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra.
25. Make a splash at Sunset Pool in Elkhorn. Littles can play in the zero entry splash pad while big kids can take on the diving boards.
26. Brave souls can embark on a bone-chilling tour of Lake Geneva with a ghostly host from Lake Geneva Ghost Walks.
27. Climb all the way to the treetops while tree climbing at House In The Wood in Delavan.
28. Build a new fuzzy travel buddy to bring on all of your summer travels at Bucky’s Playhouse at Lake Lawn Resort.
29. Try a new sport! Junior Golf Camps and Clinics at Geneva National Resort are held every week during the summer.
30. Be dazzled by the Southern Wakes United Water Ski Show Team as they perform stunts on Lauderdale Lakes Friday July 23rd.
31. Ride the rails of Wisconsin’s last remaining Electric Railway System at the East Troy Railroad Museum.
32. Ride the wooded trails of Alpine Valley Resort! Bring your own bikes, or rent them from the Resort.
33. Plan a staycation at The Cove of Lake Geneva! Enjoy all the amenities of a resort in one place, mere steps from all the action of downtown Lake Geneva.
34. Enjoy a free family movie at the Geneva Theatre every Saturday in July. This season’s flicks include Spiderman: Far From Home, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, and A Dog’s Way Home.
35. Get up close and personal with Safari Lake Geneva‘s Giraffes during a private feeding encounter.
36. Go disc golfing! All you need is a frisbee and a desire to learn. Disc golfing courses can be found in Lake Geneva and Fontana.
37. Explore the halls of Lake Geneva’s most famous Victorian mansion: Black Point Estate. Be sure to climb to the third story for a unique view of the lake.
38. Head to the beach for a day on the water. With over 15 lakes in Walworth County, the options for a day on the water are endless.
39. Cool off with a fancy lavender lemonade at Stillwater Coffee Company in Elkhorn. Not in love with lavender? The baristas can mix up any flavor of lemonade you could imagine.
40. Visit the petting farm at Royal Oak Farm Orchard and make new barnyard pals.
41. Go paddle boarding as a family! Rent family sized boards at the Marina at The Ridge Hotel for an afternoon on the waters of Lake Como.
42. Be mystified by magic at Tristan Crist Magic Theater with shows daily throughout the summer.
43. Take an excursion around Geneva Lake aboard a Lake Geneva Cruise Line tour.
44. Customize an ice cream sandwich with your kiddos favorite flavors and cookies at Pedal & Cup in Lake Geneva.
45. Walk in the footsteps of the dinosaurs along the historic Ice Age Trail in Whitewater.
46. Burn off some extra energy at the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA. Day passes are available for the whole family starting at just $10.
47. Catch your own dinner at Rushing Waters Fisheries in Palmyra. Here, the kiddos can catch their own rainbow trout and have it prepared to take home for dinner.
48. Schedule Mommy-and-Me pedicures at Jasmine Salon and Spa in Lake Geneva.
49. Discover your deutsch at DAS Fest! Head to the Walworth County Fairgrounds August 13th-15th for cultural festivities and fun.
50. Make a splash at Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark! Family weekend getaways can be booked for as little as $99.
For information on these events and more, go to VisitWalworthCounty.com. Enjoy your time here in Walworth County.
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