Milwaukee Family Events

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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  • Wildflowers on the Water Festival at Lakeshore State Park MKE

    Lakeshore State Park 2025
    Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee, United States

    September 6: Wildflowers on the Water Festival 3pm-7pm Sincerely in Song will host the 3rd Annual Wildflowers on the Water at Lakeshore State Park. This event, in collaboration with Friends of Lakeshore State Park, aims to raise awareness of Milwaukee’s premier urban lakefront destination through live music, art, local vendors, and activities. More details to […]

    Free
  • Family Storytime at the St Francis Library

    St Francis Public Library – Kids Events
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free
  • Rally Round for Children’s Wisconsin at the Milwaukee Mile State Fair Park

    Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    On Saturday, September 13, at the Milwaukee Mile at State Fair Park in Milwaukee, Wis., you’re invited to join us for Rally Round for Children’s Wisconsin, a one-of-a-kind event for a one-of-a-kind cause. It will be the biggest pep rally you’ll ever attend, and all proceeds benefit Children’s Wisconsin. Rally Round continues the 45-year legacy […]

    $25
  • Milwaukee Comic Con at WI State Fair Park

    2025 Events at Wisconsin State Fair Park
    Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    Milwaukee Comic Con The Milwaukee Comic Con is back and has grown even bigger! Milwaukee Comic Con will be at Wisconsin State Fair Park in the Exposition Center. It will feature more vendors, more artists, more creators, and more special guests with a larger floor space for fans. There will be 200+ tables of geeky […]

    $10
  • See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Tickets ​(September 14 & 15) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Tickets ​(September 21 & 22) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Tickets ​(September 28 & […]

    $15 – $55
  • See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Tickets ​(September 14 & 15) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Tickets ​(September 21 & 22) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Tickets ​(September 28 & […]

    $15 – $55
  • Spooky Lakes Coloring Book Author Geo Rutherford at Boswell Book Co

    Boswell Book Co 2025 Activities & Events
    Boswell Book Company 2559 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    GEO RUTHERFORD, CREATOR OF SPOOKY LAKES COLORING BOOK Tue, 9/16/2025 at 6:30pm  Boswell Book Company 2559 N Downer Ave Milwaukee, WI Boswell welcomes Wisconsin artist, educator, and TikTok start Geo Rutherford, the founder of Spooky Lake Month, back to the store for a fun evening featuring her new book, theSpooky Lakes Coloring Book, the companion to […]

    Free
  • Move and Groove at the St Francis Library

    St Francis Public Library – Kids Events
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Move & Groove Wednesdays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 and under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

    Free
  • Bill Blagg Family Magic at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall

    Marcus Performing Arts Center 2025
    Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Bill Blagg Family Magic September 17 at 7:00 PM Over 60 minutes of non-stop magical fun! Family Magic will entertain and engage audiences of all ages as ordinary objects come to life while others vanish in the blink of an eye and you could even be chosen to float in mid-air! Please note: Dates and […]

    $20
  • Reopening of Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2025
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum The Pocket Park exhibit at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum — designed just for kids 4 and under — is getting a magical tooth fairy garden theme refresh. Families will find a brand-new treehouse, an expanded soft crawl area, and a larger nursing room with a changing table for caregivers. Thanks to support […]

    $13 – $14
  • Reopening of Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2025
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum The Pocket Park exhibit at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum — designed just for kids 4 and under — is getting a magical tooth fairy garden theme refresh. Families will find a brand-new treehouse, an expanded soft crawl area, and a larger nursing room with a changing table for caregivers. Thanks to support […]

    $13 – $14
  • Family Storytime at the St Francis Library

    St Francis Public Library – Kids Events
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free
  • Batman 1989 Film With Orchestra at The Bradley Symphony Center

    Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra 2025
    Bradley Symphony Center 212 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Only one will claim the night. The Dark Knight of Gotham City™ begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes a clownishly homicidal villain known as The Joker. Relive the incredible performances of Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, and the rest of the stellar cast that made […]

    $50 – $110
  • Mondo Lucha at Turner Hall Ballroom (Ages 18+)

    Pabst Theater Group 2025 Events
    Turner Hall Ballroom 1040 Vel R Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Milwaukee's own MONDO LUCHA! returns to the historic Turner Hall Ballroom for its 17th year! This one of a kind spectacular mixes high-flying professional wrestling, world class burlesque performances, music and comedy to create an event unlike you have ever witnessed. Don't miss out on your chance to be part of the insanity!  Please note: […]

    $45
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Reopening of Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2025
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum The Pocket Park exhibit at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum — designed just for kids 4 and under — is getting a magical tooth fairy garden theme refresh. Families will find a brand-new treehouse, an expanded soft crawl area, and a larger nursing room with a changing table for caregivers. Thanks to support […]

    $13 – $14
  • Storytime with Sue at Ruckus and Glee Wauwatosa

    Ruckus and Glee 2025 Events & Activities
    Ruckus & Glee 805 N. 68th Street, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Saturday, September 20 at 10:30 am Storytime with Sue - free family fun!   Storytime Sue is back! Sue, a retired kindergarten teacher and early childcare specialist turned expert storyteller is sure to please your toddler and preschooler with her stories and songs! See you there! Free family event.   Please note: Dates and times are […]

    Free
  • Parents Night Out at Tosa Block Party (Ages 6-12)

    West Suburbs 2025 Events
    Tosa Block Party 10600 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Every Other Saturday / 6:00pm - 8:30pm  Drop Off Your Children Age 6-12 years old for LEGO FUN! EAST TOSA has so many amazing restaurants, so leave the kids with us, where everything is awesome, while you go enjoy an well deserved break. Supervised LEGO play, pizza, juice box, and more! Please note: Dates and […]

    $25
  • Batman 1989 Film With Orchestra at The Bradley Symphony Center

    Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra 2025
    Bradley Symphony Center 212 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Only one will claim the night. The Dark Knight of Gotham City™ begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes a clownishly homicidal villain known as The Joker. Relive the incredible performances of Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, and the rest of the stellar cast that made […]

    $50 – $110
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Reopening of Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2025
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum The Pocket Park exhibit at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum — designed just for kids 4 and under — is getting a magical tooth fairy garden theme refresh. Families will find a brand-new treehouse, an expanded soft crawl area, and a larger nursing room with a changing table for caregivers. Thanks to support […]

    $13 – $14
  • See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Tickets ​(September 14 & 15) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Tickets ​(September 21 & 22) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Tickets ​(September 28 & […]

    $15 – $55
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Little Mondays (Construction Playdough)

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    We're kicking off the week with hands on activities with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can expanded upon at home. Parents and kids will each pickup new ways to create fun ways to play together. With our open-ended activities, these programs are […]

    $26
  • See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Tickets ​(September 14 & 15) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Tickets ​(September 21 & 22) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Tickets ​(September 28 & […]

    $15 – $55
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Move and Groove at the St Francis Library

    St Francis Public Library – Kids Events
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Move & Groove Wednesdays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 and under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

    Free
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Family Storytime at the St Francis Library

    St Francis Public Library – Kids Events
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free
  • The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes at The Riverside Theater

    Pabst Theater Group 2025 Events
    Riverside Theater 116 W. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    FRI SEP 26, 2025 - 7:30 PM The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes The Riverside Theater, Milwaukee, WI, United States | Ages: All Ages   Join Cary Elwes (Westley) for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic film, The Princess Bride. After a screening of the movie, […]

    $43 – $191
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]

    Free
  • Teen Night at Urban Air Adventure Park Waukesha

    Teens 2025
    Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park 2440 E Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, WI, United States

    This one’s just for the teens Climb, flip, race, and hang out during Teen Night at Urban Air Milwaukee West. $30 gets you: Platinum Attractions Pizza Slice Drink Serious fun 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.

    $30
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]

    Free
  • See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Tickets ​(September 14 & 15) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Tickets ​(September 21 & 22) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Tickets ​(September 28 & […]

    $15 – $55
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Tickets ​(September 14 & 15) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Tickets ​(September 21 & 22) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Tickets ​(September 28 & […]

    $15 – $55
  • Growing Together: A Preteen Parenting Workshop with Tosa Pediatrics at The Little Village Play Cafe

    Little Village Play Cafe 2025
    The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Join us for a special series of parenting classes in collaboration with the amazing therapists from Tosa Pediatrics! Each month, we’ll explore a different topic to support you through the ups and downs of parenting—from toddler tantrums to anxiety. This monthly workshop series is designed to give parents evidence-based tools, expert insight, and a whole […]

    $28
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free
  • Bilingual Story Time at Rescued Roasters MKE

    2025 Story Times
    Rescued Roasters MKE 4435 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Join the FREE fun! Listen to an interactive bilingual story in Spanish and English, sing, dance, and create crafts with us! Rescued Roasters 4435 W Forest Home Ave Milwaukee, WI 53219 SAVE THE DATES October 1st @ 10 AM November 5th @ 10 AM December 3rd @ 10 AM Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Read Aloud, Read Along – Practice your reading with Miss Liz at Center Street Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2025 Events & Activities
    Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Read Aloud, Read Along - Practice your reading with Miss Liz Wednesday, Oct. 1, 3:30-4 pm Center Street - 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave. A post-story time chance for kids to practice reading aloud to or together with our children's librarian. Held in the children's room. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free

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