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Things to do in Kenosha, Wisconsin
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items Kenosha is located in between Milwaukee and Chicago. However, you don't have to travel to one of those cities to have a great time! Kenosha offers a variety of activities from beaches to nightlife to delicious food. Check us out!
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Arts & Entertainment
Outdoor Activities
We love going here when in Milwaukee! Kids love the playground and we love the food, beer and views!
South Shore Terrace Kitchen & Beer Garden
The definition of "something for everyone"! Nicknamed "Pets" Park, you can enjoy hiking, biking, walking, playgrounds, beers/NA options and delicious food all in one location.
Petrifying Springs Park
This is one of our favorite spots! The kids can enjoy the playground while the adults can enjoy delicious local beers, cocktails, or NA options. There is also a small public pool right next to the brewery.
Harbor Brewing Co. Lakefront Biergarten
Another great park near the highway that has something for everyone! A beer garden, multiple playgrounds, walking path and a beach! (For a fee)
Lake Andrea - Pleasant Prairie, WI
This is a great wide open park! There is a small playground, and lots of grassy area for a picnic or party. Free beach as well! Make sure you venture north of the beach by the flowers and smell the chocolate mulch 😍
Eichelman Park
This free Lake Michigan beach is always a good time! It features historic lighthouse, a snack bar with adult drinks, and fire pits for after dark! Check their Facebook page for other events.
Simmons Island Park and Beach | Kenosha, WI
Kenosha's biggest farmers market features hundreds of local vendors. There's something for everyone, even your dog (but no dogs allowed)
Kenosha HarborMarket
This inclusive playground is great for kids of all ages and abilities. It is sectioned off for kids 0-5 and 5-12. Picnic tables and bathrooms.
Pro tip- go at an "off time" otherwise it gets pretty crowded!
Kenosha Dream Playground
This playground is huge and modeled after a pirate ship! The playground itself is more suited for ages 4 and up, however there is smaller play equipment and swings close by to make this park fun for all ages.
Simmons Island Park and Beach | Kenosha, WI
Check out this hidden gem! It's a brand new playground right on beautiful Lake Michigan.
J.F. Kennedy Park
This beach is small but free, clean, and usually not busy. Toddlers and small children will have fun playing in the sand and dipping their toes in Lake Michigan. No lifeguard on duty.
Eichelman Park
You can go to this beach for a small fee and enjoy Lake Andrea. There are other water activities available for an additional fee.
Lake Andrea - Pleasant Prairie, WI
This is one of Kenosha's bigger beaches and does get busy. However there is a lot to enjoy surrounding the beach! Enjoy the Pirate Ship Playground, grilling areas, and Simmons Island snack bar.
Simmons Island Park and Beach | Kenosha, WI
A fun splash pad and playground! Also has picnic table with shelter.
Schulte Park
A splash pad near other playgrounds and Lake Michigan! Public bathrooms available.
Kenosha Splash Pad
Restaurants
The best wood fire pizza! You can find them in their cozy downtown restaurant or out in the community in their repurposed fire truck turned pizza truck. I love how the pizzas are small enough to get a few to share and try all the different flavor com...
Cut Stone Foods - Pizzeria and Food Truck
Kaisers is known for their delicious pizza (thin crust of double decker), but don't sleep on their other offerings! They have burgers, wraps, baked potatoes and salads. The restaurant is divided into a sports bar area and a family restaurant area. Wh...
Kaiser's of Kenosha Pizza Restaurant & Pub
Oakfire is another great woodfire pizza spot! Perfect for a date night, family dinner, or a girls night out. The food, environment, and staff has been great each time I've visited.
Oakfire Pizza & Italian
My FAVORITE THIN CRUST PIZZA! Villa de Carlo is one of Kenosha's oldest restaurants! While they offer delivery and carry out, I recommend dining inside for an “old school” Italian restaurant experience.
Villa D' Carlo
If you're in the mood for deep dish pizza, this is your go to spot in Kenosha! The pizza is always fresh and delicious and the crust is always baked to buttery perfection. I always add a fresh side salad to my order as well!
Giordano's
Slip56 is great for a nice dinner or just having a casual night out with friends. They have an extensive menu that includes burgers, wraps, seafood, tacos, and pinsas. Their specials change often and always look amazing! Super friendly bartenders.
Slip 56 - Bar & Restaurant
Sazzy b has a great reputation for fine dining. Their menu changes often and is always delicious. If you go during the day, make sure you check out The Buzz, the adjoining coffee shop!
Sazzy B - Kenosha Restaurant
Waterfront has something for everyone! I love their burgers and fried goat cheese salads! Their specials change often and always look delicious.
Waterfront Warehouse
It's always a good time at Captain Mike's! Some of the best burgers and my favorite bloody mary in town! Try one of their burger or mac&cheese creations or build your own!
Captain Mike's
Think Subway, but for pizza. Great for groups who can't agree on pizza toppings!
MOD Pizza
LOVE the vibes here!! Fun drinks, great staff and amazing sushi. I love that the rolls are small and inexpensive you can order a bunch to share.
Ono Kenosha Sushi Restaurant & Bar
Best lunch special in town!! You can't beat 2 sushi rolls, a miso soup and a salad for less than $15. Hibachi here is fun too!
Honada Sushi & Hibachi
Food is SO FRESH and delicious! Nothing fancy here but best Chinese food in town.
Chen's Bistro
Everything here is good!! Try the pho, vermicelli noodles or Vietnamese sandwiches. They also have Chinese food and boba.
Saigon Panda
Best Mexican food in Kenosha! Everything here is fresh and delicious. From the outside, it may look like a “hole in the wall” but when you walk in you will be greeted by a beautiful restaurant and friendly staff. Pro tip- order guac!
Tacos El Norte Kenosha
La Fogata is great for a date night or hanging with friends! I love their naked burritos and margaritas.
La Fogata Mexican Grill
Great for takeout! Some of the best gyros and tacos!
El Fuego Gyros | Kenosha WI
DELICIOUS!! Sometimes I just get the appetizer sampler platter as my meal because I don't know what to choose. But the shwarma is the best!
Gyro Grill
Great for a quick breakfast or lunch! Love the middle eastern options as well as paninis and soups. Get the Dubai chocolate with strawberries!
Moody's Subs and Sweets
Other Food & Drinks
Come for the coffee, stay for the views! Right on Lake Michigan, you can sit outside on the patio and enjoy a coffee and breakfast or lunch sandwich! On weekend nights they have an outdoor bar, food trucks and live music.
Anna's on the Lake
Delicious coffees, energy drinks, breakfast sandwiches and sweet treats!
BLAK Coffee Kenosha
Worth the drive over the Illinois state line to enjoy their local beers, cocktails, mocktails, scenic view, and various events throughout the week! Bonus playground, board games and cards far the kids!
Harbor Brewing Co. Lakefront Biergarten
They have an extensive list of martinis and other delicious cocktails! Stay for dinner or come for weekend brunch! They have several different amazing Bloody Marys
Sazzy B - Kenosha Restaurant
Much more than wine!
Wine Knot
Rivals has lots of bar and table seating to watch a game and have some great drinks and food!
Rivals Sports Pub & Grille
Watch a game with great food and drinks (this is more than a sports bar, I love their seasonal cocktails!) or book the golf simulator upstairs to practice your game.
Tavern on 6th - Kenosha, WI
A Kenosha staple! Make sure you go early on the weekends to snag a Cyclops.
Oliver's Bakery
SO many great baked goods. My personal favorite is their bread.
Paielli's Bakery
My kids' favorite! They have a wide variety of flavors (including DF options) and dog ice cream!
Scoops Ice Cream & Candy
Best hot beef!!!
Morelli's Deli
A Kenosha staple!! You can find all your Italian food needs here including homemade sauces, cheese, sweets, wine, and so much more. I recommend the muffalata sandwich and a cannoli. Check out their outdoor grill when in season!
Tenuta's Deli
The BEST coffee drinks! They also offer breakfast, lunch and pastries. Their drinks and sandwiches of the week are always intriguing! There is also a little bar with local beers and cocktails.
The Buzz Cafe
A cozy spot with delicious local beers and food! Indoor/outdoor seating available and live music weekly!
Rustic Road Brewing Company - Kenosha
Delicious cafe and gift shop with lots of local goodies!
Coopers Uptown
Arts & Entertainment
KPM is a free museum that has something for everyone! Check out the Mammoth skeleton and the kids play area.
Kenosha Public Museum
The Civil War Museum is a free museum with a lot of history. They have an old fashioned interactive school room that is fun for the kids.
Civil War Museum
Tinseltown is Kenosha's only movie theatre but has over a dozen screens for lots of movie choices and times. Comfy reclining seats!
Cinemark Tinseltown USA Kenosha
Community theatre. Lots of good shows happen here!
Lakeside Players
A Kingfish baseball game is a must for a Kenosha summer! Fun and entertaining for the whole family.
Kenosha Kingfish Baseball Club
They have open bowling just call ahead to find out specific hours.
Sheridan Lanes
Cosmic bowling and an arcade!
Guttormsen Recreation Center
So much more than an arcade! Indoor jungle gym, seasonal outdoor mini golf and bumper boats.
America's Action Territory
About a 30 minute drive from Kenosha
Six Flags Great America
About 20 minutes outside of Kenosha. The zoo is small but lots to see!
Racine Zoo
Kenosha's only “Kids only” library! Check out a book, a toy, or a video game! Their displays, toys and activities change with their monthly theme which keeps it fun and interesting!
KPL Kids @ Uptown Lofts | Kenosha Public Library
Lots of good acts here!
Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club | Kenosha, WI
Axe throwing and pour your own beer! Something fun for a group or date night.
Hold My Beer