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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MOTH & BAT NIGHT Stick around after the Friends of Retzer Nature Center Beer Garden for a magical night of moths and bats! Moth species are more numerous than butterfly species and […]
Greendale Movies In The Park hosted by Gift of Wings Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI June 7: Inside Out 2 July 11: Moana 2 Aug. 1: The Garfield Movie Please note: […]
2025 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 […]
The City of Brookfield Farmer's market is an organization that fosters the sale of Wisconsin grown farm products and locally produced items. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
South Shore Farmers' Market South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Dr Milwaukee WI Welcome to the 2025 South Shore Farmers’ Market season! On behalf of the South Shore Farmers’ Market […]
June 21st through October 4thSaturdays--8am until 12pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
8am - Noon Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October 15055 W National Avenue in the City Center On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Dr Please note: […]
For 25+ years, the Waukesha Farmers’ Market has brought fresh, local goods and community vibes to downtown Waukesha. Join us May–October, Saturdays 8am–noon, in the Waukesha State Bank employee lot. […]
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.
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
All ages. Celebrate the end of summer reading at Bubble Fest! Immerse yourself in hands-on bubble making and bubble play, happening in the green space across the street from the […]
Birth Fest Milwaukee, a registered 501c3 non-profit, hosted its 4th annual event on Saturday, August 2nd 2025 from 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. at Mount Mary University in Bergstrom Hall. […]
Join us every Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM at the scenic Richfield Nature and Historical Park for the Richfield Farmers Market! We're dog and kid-friendly, making it a […]
ABC Academy Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early […]
Experience the world's largest root beer float festival right here in Glendale, WI! At Root Beer Bash, you will experience fun and free activities for all ages. This family-friendly fun […]
Your summer adventures await! Join a community Girl Scout troop today. Girls entering K5-5th grade are welcome to join our summer community troops. An adult must accompany girls […]
Welcome! We're so glad you're curious about Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) in Milwaukee. Every summer, Optimist Theatre brings free, professional productions of Shakespeare's plays to Milwaukee's parks and other […]
Up for a drive? Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of football, family + fun at Family Fest in Titletown, just west of Lambeau Field in Green Bay! Get game-day […]
Gazebo Series Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI The Gazebo Performance Series is hosted weekly during the Summer months in downtown Greendale. Each Saturday at 7:00 pm, the GEA […]
Milwaukee’s only weekly downtown farmers market, Cathedral Square Market, returns to Cathedral Square Park Sundays from 9 am – 2 pm, June-October (excluding July 20). Here's what to expect each […]
2025 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 […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
Every Sunday from May-October 10AM-2PM Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue • Greenfield, WI 53220) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival Sunday, August 3 | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM📍 North Avenue between Dr. MLK Jr. Drive & 7th Street Families can explore vendor booths, grab tasty eats, […]
July 26: Fishing Clinic, 9:30am-12pm (Fishing Pier) & August 3: Fishing Clinic 12-3:00pm (Fishing Pier) Come down to the Lakeshore fishing pier for our fishing clinic where all fishing supplies […]
Welcome! We're so glad you're curious about Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) in Milwaukee. Every summer, Optimist Theatre brings free, professional productions of Shakespeare's plays to Milwaukee's parks and other […]
Join us on Sundays in August from 2pm-4pm for some family activities! Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
Aug 4, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Cozy up with critters in an interactive show with animal expert, Ms. Kim! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
Summer Reading at the Playground Tuesday, July 29 from 2-3 pm Franklin Square Playfield - 2643 N 13th St Milwaukee WI Wednesday, July 30 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield […]
Summer 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 […]
Science in the Summer Monday, July 28 & August 4 from 4-5 pm Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Are you a scientist? Do […]
Don’t miss Musical Mondays, another free concert series at Lake Park happening Mondays, July 7 – August 25. Musical Mondays Musical Mondays concerts are from 6:30 – 8:00 pm July 7 – SINKANE. Sinkane (aka Ahmed Gallab) and his high-energy six-piece […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
Shop 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 […]
Kids Knit and Crochet Club Tuesday, July 8 from 1-2 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Learn to knit and crochet by creating small […]
Summer 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 […]
Tuesdays from 5:00pm - 7:00pm Tuesday nights are Family Night at the Landing! Come enjoy family-friendly entertainment and activities and family fun for all ages. Please note: Dates and times […]
A free community-wide event in Hales Corners Park with must-see attractions that will engage all community members. The purpose of this event is to build relationships between local businesses, police […]
Skyline Music Series Kadish Park (750 E North Ave Milwaukee WI) Tuesday nights in July & August Riverwest’s popular free concert series is presented by COA Youth and Family Centers, […]
All programs are FREE, open to the public, and inclusive for all abilities. Open Gym (Open to the Public) Longfellow Middle School, 7600 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI Open Gym […]
Chill on the Hill Tuesdays from 6:00-9:00Humboldt Park Bandshell 3000 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Chill on the Hill is the quintessential summer experience in Milwaukee’s eclectic Bay View neighborhood. […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
Ages 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.
Bronzeville Good Neighbors Block Party Wednesday, August 6 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM📍 Garfield Avenue between Dr. MLK Jr. Drive & Vel R. Phillips Avenue This joyful community block party is […]
Stop by Sprecher Brewery, 701 W. Glendale Avenue in Glendale from 11 am to 2 pm on Wednesday, August 6 and receive a free bottle of root beer while supplies last. The […]
HeartBeats 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 […]
Riverside 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 […]
Bronzeville Trolley Rides Wednesday, August 6 | 2:00 PM & 3:30 PM📍 Pick-up at ThriveOn King Drive, 2153 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive All aboard! These charming trolley tours are […]
You 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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