🎶 Rainbow Summer 2025 – Free Live Music & Family Fun
🎶 Rainbow Summer 2025 – Free Live Music & Family Fun 📍 Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds📅 July 14–20, 2025💰 FREE Admission🌐 More Info Join the Marcus Performing Arts […]
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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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Marcus Center For The Performing Arts 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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Move and Groove at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAges O - 5. 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.
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Summer Reading at MKE Area Playgrounds (Multiple Sites: See Details)
Green Bay Playground 3818 N. 8th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 moreWednesday, July 9 & 16 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield - 3818 N 8th St Milwaukee WI Whittier Playground - 4382 S 3rd St Milwaukee WI Burnham Playfield […]
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HeartBeats of the City at Red Arrow Park
Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHeartBeats of the City Lunchtime Concert & Food Truck Series Wednesdays, June 4 - August 27 Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street Milwaukee WI Grab your favorite pair of […]
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Riverside Rhythms at Riverfront Plaza Waukesha
Riverfront Plaza 29 Riverfront St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesRiverside Rhythms is a vibrant weekly concert series that brings live music and delicious eats to the scenic banks of the Fox River! Enjoy incredible performances from talented local artists […]
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Fox and Branch Milwaukee Public Library East Branch
Milwaukee Public Library East Branch 2320 N Cramer Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJuly 16th, 2025 at Milwaukee Public Library East Branch 2:00 pm Milwaukee Public Library East Branch, 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
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You Build It! At Central Downtown Library
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesYou Build It! During the summer months (through August 27, 2025), "You Build It!" is offered from 2-3 pm on Wednesdays. During the school year "You Build It!" is offered […]
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Summer Reading at MKE Area Playgrounds (Multiple Sites: See Details)
Green Bay Playground 3818 N. 8th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 moreWednesday, July 9 & 16 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield - 3818 N 8th St Milwaukee WI Whittier Playground - 4382 S 3rd St Milwaukee WI Burnham Playfield […]
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Read Together Book Club at Center Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRead Together Book Club Wednesday, July 9 from 3:30-4 pm Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee, WI Each week we will read a book, chapter, […]
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Art Lab at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesJune Theme: Groovy Lava Lamp (registration begins 5/12) July Theme: Messy Art (registration begins 6/11) For ages 6 - 11. Explore an artist or art style then create an art […]
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Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSummer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave […]
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JCC Community Carnival
Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish BayWho doesn’t love the carnival? Come by for an evening of carnival rides, music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Tickets for rides are available for purchase - bring cash! […]
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Jewish Community Center Community Carnival
Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish BayWho doesn’t love the carnival? Come by for an evening of carnival rides, music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Tickets for rides available for purchase - bring cash! This […]
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Hunting for Colors Hike and Beach Bonfire at Lakeshore State Park
Lakeshore State Park 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJuly 16: Hunting for Colors Hike 5-6pm / Beach Bonfire 6-8:30pm (South Entrance) Curious about plants? Come join one of our Naturalists at Lakeshore State Park to learn about the native […]
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Milwaukee Night Market on West Wisconsin Avenue Downtown MKE
Downtown Milwaukee WIMilwaukee Night Market Wednesdays, June 11, July 16, August 13, September 10 from 5pm to 10pm on West Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street & Vel R Phillips Avenue aThe Milwaukee Night […]
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BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks Free Movies Series
The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, GlendaleBack by popular demand, get ready for popcorn, blankets, and blockbusters under the stars! BAYSHORE's Family Flicks Free Movies Series returns this summer, Wednesday nights starting June 11th through August 27th! […]
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Washington Park Wednesdays MKE
Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWashington Park Bandshell 43rd Street Between Vliet & Lloyd Street SPEND YOUR SUMMERS WITH US! Every year on Wednesday from July to August. Happy Hour starts at 5pm, concerts at 6! Washington […]
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Tosa Tonight at the Rotary Park Pavilion
Rotary Park Pavilion 1190 N 70th St, Wauwatosa, United StatesTosa Tonight Select Wednesdays, June – August Rotary Park Pavilion 1190 N 70th St Wauwatosa WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
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Waterfront Wednesdays at Lakefront Park Pewaukee
Lakefront Park - Pewaukee 222 W Wisconsin Ave, Pewaukee, WI, United StatesWaterfront Wednesdays Wednesdays from 6:00 – 8:30 pm Lakefront Park 222 W Wisconsin Ave Pewaukee WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
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Jazz at Cutler Park Waukesha – The Ellen Winters Group
Les Paul Performance Center 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United StatesJuly is for Jazz and the cool cats will congregate in Cutler Park as Jazz fills the scene! Come early to enjoy concessions in the park, starting at 6:00 p.m. […]
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Wonderful Wednesdays at Lake Park Milwaukee
Lake Park 2975 N Lake Park Rd, MILWAUKEE, WIWonderful Wednesdays 📍 Lake Park (2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee WI)📅 Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13⏰ 6:30 – 7:30 pm🎟️ FREE & open to the public👉 Lake Park Friends Facebook for updates Gather your family for a fun summer tradition! Wonderful Wednesdays is a free concert series for kids and families held at the Lake Park Summer Stage, just south of the playground and tennis courts. ✨ New for 2025: Musa Ice Cream Truck will be on-site selling sweet treats. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food, and drinks. 2025 Lineup: July 9 – Fox and Branch: Energetic, family-friendly folk with a timeless twist. July 16 – Main Street Song & Dance Troupe: Talented teens perform “The Love Spectrum,” a musical about all types of love. […]
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City of Glendale’s Free Summer Concert Series
Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community ParkSoak up the sounds of summer at Live at the Oasis, the City of Glendale’s free outdoor concert series! Held at Glendale’s beautiful Richard E. Maslowski Community Park, this […]
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Free Summer Concerts at the Oak Creek Community Center
Oak Creek Community Center, Oak Creek WI 8580 South Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United StatesFree Outdoor Summer Concert at the OCCC Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
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Life Navigators Summer Picnic
Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJuly 17 2025 from 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Join Life Navigators for our 2025 Summer Picnic! Consumers, Families, and Friends! Please join us on Thursday, July 17th, 2025 from 4:30 to […]
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GiGiFIT: Fitness for Children at St. Francis Children’s Center
St Francis Children's Center 6700 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesGiGiFIT classes focus on foundational movement and mobile activities such as: Gross motor: Walking, Running, Jumping Balance & Coordination: Joint Stability, Posture, Balance Reactions, Movement Control Combine movement learning with […]
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Fondy Farmers Market
Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States2025 Market Season REGULAR SEASON July 5th - October 30th Thursdays: 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturdays: 7:00am to 2:00pm Sundays: 9:00am to 2:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
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MOMS Club Open House at Rotary Park Menomonee Falls
Rotary Park Menomonee Falls N86W14230 Fond du Lac Ave, Menomonee Falls, WisconsinJoin us with your littles to learn more about MOMS Club. There will be popsicles and sand toys for all to enjoy.Meet up at the kids/play structure area off of […]
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West Allis Farmers Market
West Allis Farmers Market 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, United StatesShop Fresh and Local May - November The West Allis Farmers Market, located at 6501 W. National Ave., is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after […]
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St Francis Library Thursday Performer: Mike Lorenz
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAll ages. An Interactive family event filled with Juggling & Comedy! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
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Family Fun at the Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11, Siblings Welcome)
Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United StatesJune 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7 Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI 4-11 with an adult (siblings […]
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Urban Wildlife with the Urban Ecology Center at Tippecanoe Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch 3912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesUrban Wildlife with the Urban Ecology Center Thursday, July 17 from 2-3 pm Tippecanoe Library - 3912 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Enjoy activities like spotting wildlife clues, building habitats, […]
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Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 moreSummer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave […]
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South Milwaukee Downtown Market
Bucyrus Commons 1028 Madison Ave, South Milwaukee, United StatesWelcome to the South Milwaukee Downtown Market Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts, Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family! Thursdays May 29 – October 2, 2025 […]
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Bastille Days at Cathedral Square Park MKE
Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMilwaukee’s annual French-themed festival is BACK July 17-20, 2025 in Cathedral Square Park. The four-day bash attracts over 250,000 visitors annually who enjoy live music on five stages, an international […]
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Jazz in Cathedral Square Park Downtown MKE
Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJazz in the Park Thursdays from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells St Milwaukee WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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Thursday Bike Nights at the Harley-Davidson Museum
Harley-Davidson Museum 400 W Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM BIKE NIGHT CONCERT SERIESMay 1, 2025 – September 25, 2025 All bikes unite every Thursday from 5pm–9pm at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Grab your bike. Join your fellow riders […]
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Sussex Outdoor Family Movie Night + Pints in the Park
Sussex Civic Center N64W23760 Main Street, Sussex, WI, United StatesJoin us for a fun, family-friendly, outdoor event at the Sussex Civic Center! Featured Movie: Dog Man Movie starts at dusk (approximately 8:20 p.m.) Come early (5 to 8 […]
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Bedtime Stories at Wonderland Bookshop Shorewood
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinJoin us to unwind before bedtime with a relaxing story time! Lead by Waldorf-trained teacher Julie Demet, our summer bedtime stories are the perfect way to end your night. All […]
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Babbling Babes x Elite Sports Club Brookfield: Pickleball Date Night
Elite Sports Club - Brookfield 13825 Burleigh Road, Brookfield, WI, United StatesJoin Milwaukee's largest moms social group Babbling Babes for a date night at Elite Sports Club in Brookfield. We will have Pickleball Courts, a Pickleball Pro to help any beginners […]
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Música del Lago at Colectivo MKE Lakefront
Colectivo - Milwaukee Lakefront 1701 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMúsica del Lago 2025! FREE Latin Music Performance Series‚ Thursdays @ Colectivo Lakefront, 6pm.June 19th- Orquesta AyalaJuly 17th- Orquesta RumbaAugust 21st- De La Buena @delabuenamusic Back for its 20th year, […]
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Concerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesConcerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens Thursdays at 6:30 pm / June 26 - August 28 9400 Boerner Dr Hales Corners WI Performances occur every Thursday throughout the […]
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Bastille Days at Cathedral Square Park MKE
Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMilwaukee’s annual French-themed festival is BACK July 17-20, 2025 in Cathedral Square Park. The four-day bash attracts over 250,000 visitors annually who enjoy live music on five stages, an international […]
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You Build It! At Good Hope Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch 7715 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesYou Build It! Friday, July 18 from 1-2 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials […]
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You Build It! At Capitol Library
Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesYou Build It! Friday, July 18 from 1-3 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and […]
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East Side Gallery Night at Black Cat Alley MKE
Black Cat Alley MKE Black Cat Alley, E Ivanhoe Pl, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFriday, July 18, 2025 | 5-9 PM, select locations open until 10 PM We’re thrilled to launch a brand-new event series, East Side Gallery Night, where you can explore Milwaukee’s […]
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Dog Days at Drexel at Drexel Town Square Oak Creek
Drexel Town Square, Oak Creek WI 500 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United StatesDog Days at Drexel (FREE!) Drexel Town Square, 361 W. Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI 53154 July 18-19, 2025 Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! This paw-some celebration […]
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BAYSHORE’s Sounds of Summer Series
The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, GlendaleThe Sixth Annual BAYSHORE Sounds of Summer music series lineup returns select Fridays starting Friday, June 13th through Friday, August 15th, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. in The Yard. See you in […]
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Starry Night Series at the Wilson Center Brookfield
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United StatesStarry Night Series Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 19805 W Capitol Dr Brookfield WI Fridays at 6:30pm in July & August Concert Series begin on Friday, June 27 […]
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Friday Night Live in Downtown Waukesha
Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United StatesWaukesha Friday Night Live Fridays, June – August Downtown Waukesha W Main St Waukesha WI Premier outdoor music event, held every summer Friday from June through August, from 6:30 pm […]
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Martin Drive Neighborhood Under The Stars Movie Series
Martin Drive Community Gardens 1335 N 46 St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAt Sunset (about 8:45 pm), enjoy a movie at our Community Gardens (46th & Vliet). Exception below on Friday, June 27, 2025, 6-9pm DRESS FOR LOWER EVENING TEMPERATURES. You do […]
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