Events

Boat Tour: An Aquatic Adventure with Mermaid Echo

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Description:

Set Sail on a Storybook Adventure!

Climb aboard for a one-of-a-kind river journey with Mermaid Echo, the Great Lakes’ most enchanting storyteller! Perfect for families with children ages 8 and under (but magical for all ages), this gentle Milwaukee River cruise invites young explorers and their grown-ups to dive into a world of wonder.

Mermaid Echo will share a whimsical tale of her underwater adventures through the Great Lakes. Along the way, kids will be invited to interact with Echo’s story, ask questions, and even help her solve a mystery from the deep!

Highlights include:

• A live storytelling experience with a real mermaid
• Scenic views of the Milwaukee River
• Family-friendly atmosphere with fun for little ones
• Photo opportunities and mermaid meet-and-greet
• Kids 2 and under are free! Use code 2UNDER in checkout

Bring your imagination, your sea legs, and your sense of adventure—this is one river journey your family will never forget!

Date:

August 5th, 2026

Time

1:00pm – 2:30pm
Please plan to arrive at the dock 15 minutes prior to departure.

Price

$5/Ticket (children under 2 are free, use code 2UNDER in checkout)

Physical Demand:

Easy

What to Expect:

Participants can expect to be on the river for 1.5 hours with boat restroom access along the way.

Mermaid Echo will tell a tale of her voyage through the Great Lakes and the friends she met along the way.  Light refreshments will be provided before and during the tour.

Parking:

Paid lot and street parking is available, but limited.  For more cost-friendly parking, use the corner lot at 1225 N Old World 3rd St. (Plan for a 3-minute walk to Milwaukee Boat Line.)

Please plan ahead to ensure you are able to find parking and arrive at the dock on time.

Questions?

Contact our Event Specialist, Allie at allie@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org