21 Best Team Building Activities in Milwaukee Your Team Will Love for 2024
Discover Milwaukee, WI—a city on the shores of Lake Michigan and a must-visit destination for your next team outing!
At TeamOut, we’re excited to show off Milwaukee’s history, culture, and adventure. Known as the "Cream City" and famous for its breweries and Major League Brewers, Milwaukee has more to offer than just beer and baseball.
With over 150 state and county parks, 1,500 acres of beaches, and 150 miles of bike trails, the city is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts.
You have no idea about what the city has in store? From exploring the Historic Third Ward to visiting the Harley-Davidson Museum and catching cultural festivals, Milwaukee is packed with experiences that bring teams together. Enjoy a kayaking adventure along the Milwaukee River, embark on a tour of the Pabst Mansion, or chill out at Slice of Ice in Red Arrow Park.
Ready to dive into Milwaukee’s most spectacular activities? Let us guide you to a memorable team adventure!
Take a break from the city and experience the great outdoors with your team! Discover the Hank Aaron State Trail, a 14-mile paved journey from Lake Michigan's shores to Milwaukee's edge. Pass by landmarks such as Milwaukee Art Museum, Discovery World, and Lakeshore State Park. Ideal for hiking, biking, and even snowshoeing in the Winter, the trail offers year-round adventure. This trail is your go-to for a fantastic outdoor experience!
Location: 2300 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Milwaukee, WI 53212
Schedule: Sunrise-sunset
Duration: 1-2 hours, but it’s up to you!
Prices: Free
Food on-site: You’re welcome to pack your own snacks and drinks
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.6⭐
Recommended for: Teams of outdoor lovers who are interested in exploring Milwaukee’s surrounding nature.
Cruise the Milwaukee River in style with Milwaukee Duffy Boat Rentals! The easy-to-drive, eco-friendly Duffy boats are perfect for any skill level—if you can drive a golf cart, you can drive a Duffy. In just 90 minutes, your team will loop through the downtown River District, taking in city views from the water. Whether this is your team’s first time in Milwaukee or you’re a lifelong resident, this adventure offers everyone a fresh perspective!
Location: 820 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Schedule: Everyday from 8:30 am - 11:00 pm
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Prices: $129/4 guests; $199/12 guests
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams looking for exciting ways to explore the Milwaukee River.
Ready for a twist on mini golf? At Nine Below, you and your crew can design your own course, then play through nine holes—yours and the ones built by other teams - and compete for the top spot! Grab a drink, get creative, and enjoy some friendly competition in this underground tavern. Whether it’s a corporate event, a team party, or just a fun outing, Nine Below has everything you need for an awesome time.
Get ready for a fresh team experience with Milwaukee Food Tours! Explore the city's neighborhoods, delicious eateries, and local breweries with an expert guide. Choose from the Tacos & Tequila Bus Tour, Pre-Prohibition Bar Tour, and Milwaukee Bloody Mary Brunch, among others. Options also include the Brady Street Lunch Tour and Milwaukee Pizza Bus Tour. Discover the best of Milwaukee while bonding with your team on an award-winning adventure!
Location: Downtown Milwaukee, WI
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 2.5-3 hours
Prices: $99/pp
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Foodies and teams eager to taste local delicacies and traditional dishes.
Rev up your team-building experience at the Harley-Davidson Museum! Journey through the brand’s history through exhibits and stories that celebrate the American biking culture. Explore two floors of motorcycles and memorabilia, or enjoy shopping, dining, and activities on a 20-acre campus. Don’t miss the Thursday night bike meet-up with live music and outdoor eats—the perfect opportunity for bonding with your team of bike lovers!
Location: 400 W Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 53201
Schedule: Everyday from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: $20/pp
Food on-site: Contact the company
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams of bike lovers eager to learn about biking history and culture.
Looking for a fun team-building spot in downtown Milwaukee? Head to Central Standard Distillery! Enjoy rye whiskey, cherry vodka, and brandy while mingling with your crew. Choose The Mix Room for group gatherings or The Aviary for city views. Plus, savor tasty bites from a full-service kitchen and take a behind-the-scenes distillery tour. Ready for your next team experience?
Location: 320 E Clybourn St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Schedule: Monday - Wednesday: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm | Thursday & Friday: 11:00 am - 1:00 am | Saturday: 10:00 am - 1:00 am | Sunday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Duration: Contact the company
Prices: Contact the company
Food on-site: Catering can be added to your group package
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.6⭐
Recommended for: Teams that love spirits and that are interested in learning about the distilling process.
City 13 Escape Rooms in Milwaukee offer top-notch adventures that your team will love! Immerse your squad in stories and tackle puzzles as you race against the clock to complete your mission in under 60 minutes. With exciting rooms like Kandy Corp, Mission: The Armory, and Cyber Station, your team will face challenges that test your skills and collaboration. Are you ready to step up and be the hero?
Catch the Milwaukee Brewers in action with your team! Named after the city’s brewing heritage, the Brewers have been Milwaukee’s baseball pride across several eras. Since 2001, they've played at American Family Field, a modern stadium with a seating capacity of 41,900. Enjoy the electric atmosphere, cheer on the home team, and create lasting memories while bonding over Major League Baseball!
Location: 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI 53214
Schedule: It depends on the game
Duration: 2.5 hours (average duration)
Prices: $57 (average price)
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair seats are available
Transport from the City Center: Yes
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams of sports lovers looking for a live event.
Ready for the ultimate winter fun? Check out Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park! Skate downtown on a crisp winter evening with your team! Bring your own skates for free entry, or rent some on-site. After skating, cozy up at the Warming House with a hot chocolate and relax by the fireplace with your crew. It’s the ultimate spot for a winter outing!
Location: 920 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Schedule: Winter months only from Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Duration:
Prices: $11/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Ice sleds for skaters with mobility impairments are available
Transport from the City Center: Yes
Rating: 4.6⭐
Recommended for: Teams looking for thrilling Winter activities.
Are you a team of wine lovers? Then this one’s for you! Sip and savor with your team at 2A Wine Merchant in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward! Ideal for groups up to 75, you can customize your guided wine-tasting experience with a theme of your choice. Whether you prefer an in-house tasting or want to bring the fun to your office, 2A Wine Merchant ensures a classy event for your crew. Cheers to delicious local wines!
Looking for a standout team-building event? Sharpen your skills and test your aim at AXE MKE! Whether it's a small group or a corporate gathering, book the Glow & Throw for a neon-drenched, laser-lit adventure. Or enjoy 90 minutes of axe-throwing on your private lanes, guided by an Axe Master. Customize your event with three package options: The Clutch, The Bullseye, and The Big Axe., plus snacks and drinks!
Location: 1924 E Kenilworth Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm | Friday: 2:30 pm - 12:00 am | Saturday: 11:30 am - 12:00 am | Sunday: 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
Duration: 1.5-2 hours (depending on the package)
Prices: From $500-$900/group of up to 28 guests up to $3,000/group of up to 99 guests
Food on-site: Catering packages are available for groups
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy friendly competition and indoor activities.
Discover Milwaukee’s craft beer scene with a guided tour provided by City Brew Tours! Explore four top brewpubs, sampling up to 16 unique beers. Visit favorites like Lakefront Brewing, Broken Bat, and Gathering Place, with a snack included. Round-trip transportation makes it easy to hop from one spot to the next. From 5 to 500 guests, City Brew Tours customizes any tour to your specific needs and budget. The best part? Lunch can be added to your package!
Location: Brewhouse Inn & Suites, 1215 N 10th St, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Schedule: Everyday from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Duration: 4-5 hours
Prices: $89/pp-$119/pp (depending on the tour)
Food on-site: Lunch is included in the price
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams of beer lovers interested in tasting local brews and learning about the brewing process.
Step into Milwaukee’s Gilded Age at the Pabst Mansion, an historic home showcasing the city’s brewing and architectural legacy. On a guided tour, your team will explore three floors filled with furnishings, learn about the Pabst family's impact on Milwaukee, and learn about the era’s art and culture. This is a great chance to bond over history while discovering one of Milwaukee’s landmarks.
Location: 2000 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | Friday & Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour (guided tour duration)
Prices: $17/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.8⭐
Recommended for: Teams interested in immersive experiences and eager to learn about Milwaukee’s history and culture.
Blow off some steam with your team and head to Bust-N-Stuff, where smashing is the key to relaxing! Choose from 50-item buckets, mallets, and paint-splatter gear to get creative. Use steel pipes, sledgehammers, and golf clubs to let loose. With Bluetooth speakers available, you can play your favorite playlist while you smash and break the items. Perfect for stress relief, this is your chance to break stuff and have a blast!
Skip the crowded bus tours and explore Milwaukee in style with your team! Hop into an open-air, five-seater electric vehicle for a personalized tour of the city. Discover popular spots and hidden gems, from Deer District and Fiserv Forum to Black Cat Alley and the Harley-Davidson Museum. Your guide will share Milwaukee's history while you enjoy an intimate experience. Choose the tour length that fits your team’s schedule and get ready for an adventure!
Location: Meeting point at 215 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Prices: $67/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.8⭐
Recommended for: Teams eager to discover Milwaukee in an exciting way.
Looking for a spy-tacular team-building experience? SafeHouse in Milwaukee is your spot! Rent the secret party room for up to 12 participants, or chill in the main area. With a special password to enter, immerse your team in a world of cocktails, appetizers, and spy-themed entertainment. Plus, you get to enjoy themed nights for an extra dose of excitement. Team bonding has never been this thrilling!
Location: 779 N Front St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm | Friday & Saturday: 11:00 am - 12:00 am | Sunday: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: It depends on your order
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Yes
Rating: 4.4⭐
Recommended for: Teams looking for a fun night out with a spy twist.
Discover Milwaukee’s spookiest spot on Shaker’s Cigar Bar ghost tour! Explore this bar’s haunted past, from its days as a speakeasy and brothel to eerie tales of Capone and Dahmer. With a small group, you’ll tour all floors, including the cellar, and hear spine-tingling stories from your guide. Enjoy a discount on Shaker’s merch and immerse your team in Milwaukee’s dark history!
Location: Meeting point at Shaker's Cigar Bar, 422 S 2nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Schedule: Everyday at 5:45 pm, 7:00 pm, and 8:30 pm
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: $25/pp-$35/pp (depending on the day)
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams interested in learning about Milwaukee’s dark side.
Gather your team, paddle through Milwaukee's river, and take in the views on a Brew City Kayak tour! Rent kayaks for up to eight hours and explore at your own pace, or level up with a guided tour. Choose the 4-hour Cheese Curd Tour for a tasty team-building experience with stops at top spots for local cheese curds and beer. Looking for something special? Book the Full Moon Paddle and soak in the city’s nightlife from the water!
Location: 820 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Schedule: Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm | Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Prices: Tours from $65/pp | Rentals from $44/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams of thrill-seekers looking for exciting outdoor activities.
Take your team to new heights with Lake Geneva Canopy Tours! Challenge your crew to soar through zip lines, tackle rope courses, and hike trails, all while bonding with each other. Conquer challenges together in a 100-acre setting. Whether you’re flying high or navigating obstacles, it's a fun way to strengthen relationships and enjoy Lake Geneva’s beauty. Ready to elevate your team-building game?
Location: N3232 Co Trunk H, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
Schedule: Everyday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 2 hours, 4 hours or full day
Prices: $50/pp-$100/pp (depending on the package)
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams of adrenaline-seekers looking for a thrilling outdoor activity.
Head to Square One Art Glass in downtown Milwaukee for a glassblowing class that’s perfect for team building! Experience this hands-on, creative activity and make your own glass art. Bond with your team as you learn a new skill, and everyone gets to take home their masterpiece! Ideal for groups up to 35, this is a fantastic way to get together and create something special.
Location: 5322 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: Contact the company
Prices: Contact the company
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.8⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy hands-on activities and that are interested in learning new skills.
Bring your team together with a cooking class at Gloriosos’s Appetito and Sage Harvest! This is a top-notch activity for foodies of all skill levels that lets you whip up everything from tamales to latkes, ravioli, and pad thai. With options for global cuisine, sessions last 1-3 hours and can be tailored for private events with 8+ guests. It’s a delicious way to bond and learn new skills. The best part? You get to taste your creations afterwards!
Location: 1020 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | Saturday: 8:00 am -6:00 pm, Sunday 8:30 am -5:00 pm
Duration: 1-3 hours
Prices: $49/pp-$99/pp
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Foodies and teams interested in learning new cooking techniques and culinary skills.
Want to Plan Your Next Team-Building Retreat in Milwaukee? Ask our Experts
Kick off your Milwaukee adventure with TeamOut’s top picks for team-building fun in Brew City!
Immerse your squad in local experiences like paddling on a Milwaukee River Kayak Tour, exploring the tales of Shaker’s Original Ghost Tour, or learning about the city’s history at the Pabst Mansion. Get the group together for ice skating at Slice of Ice or head to a Milwaukee Brewers game. Raise a glass on a guided Brewery Tour and don't miss the Harley-Davidson Museum for a glimpse into motorcycling history.
No matter what your team loves, TeamOut will craft a personalized retreat that meets all your goals.
Book your free call today and get ready for a standout experience in Milwaukee!
Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.