Milwaukee Family Events

Name: Optimist Theatre’s Shakespeare In The Park at Jackson Park MKE
Start: 2026-08-02T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-08-02T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Jackson Park

Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar — your go-to guide for family-friendly events in the Milwaukee area. From free storytimes and hands-on workshops to can’t-miss festivals and seasonal celebrations, we round up the best local happenings for kids and families all in one place.

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Event Series: 2026 Outdoor Festivals & Events MKE

It’s all led up to this

Daily Schedule

1:00 PM … Games and activities open
Available all afternoon, including….

Renaissance-era games… yes, even the giant Jenga
Bard-themed trivia and activities
Make your own garland… a free, all-ages activity

1:40 PM … All About Richard III
The low-down, the gossip, the history, and oh, the drama.

2:00 PM … Richard III (Puppet Edition)
Approximately 55 minutes.

About 3:30 PM … Reset the stage reconfiguration and shift to follow the shade.

Relax until we’re done, then you can move your chairs.

4:15 PM … All About The Merry Wives of Windsor
Our version, and what we’ve gotten ourselves into.

4:30 PM … Early Music Now
Approximately 25 minutes.

5:00 PM … The Merry Wives of Windsor: Falstaff’s Tale
With live musical accompaniment by Early Music Now. Approximately 40 minutes.

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.