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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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  • Kids Kickoff to Summer in Cedarburg

    Cedar Creek Park N54W5900 Portland Road, Cedarburg, WI, United States

    Join us for some FREE, family-friendly fun as we celebrate the start of summer! There will be bounce houses, glitter tattoo painting, balloon twisting, food, and more.   Please note: […]

    Free
  • Take it Outside Day at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park

    Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Take it Outside Day on March 15 & June 14 from 10:00am - 2:00pm It's FREE! Urban Ecology Center Washington Park temporary location: Washington Park Pool House 4023 W Galena St […]

    Free
  • Summer Kolschtice at Foxtown Station Mequon

    Foxtown Station 6209 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin

    Summer's right around the corner, and we're not waiting! Join us June 14th at Foxtown Station in Mequon for Kolschtice, an early taste of everything you love about the season: […]

    Free
  • Lisbon’s Summer Community Festival

    Lisbon Community Park N78W26970 Bartlett Parkway, Lisbon, WI, United States

    Join us for our annual family-friendly, FREE summer festival at Lisbon Community Park. Activities include: music, horse-drawn wagon rides, children's inflatables, rock climbing wall, petting zoo, stage performances & more! […]

    Free
  • 2025 Outdoor Festivals

    Milwaukee Greek Fest – 60th Anniversary Celebration – at Wisconsin State Fair Park

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

    Milwaukee Greek Fest – 60th Anniversary Celebration 📍 Wisconsin State Fair Park, Milwaukee, WI📅 June 13–15, 2025🎟️ Free Admission for Limited Hours Opa! Celebrate 60 years of tradition, culture, and community at Milwaukee’s longest-running Greek festival. Hosted by Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, this family-friendly event features authentic Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, and fun for all ages. What to Expect: Famous spit-roasted lamb & chicken Expanded drive-thru and new menu items Authentic pastries like baklava and loukoumades Live Greek music and traditional dance performances Carnival rides and games for kids Friday, June 13: 11am – 9pm Saturday, June 14: 11am – […]

    Free
  • 2025 Outdoor Festivals

    Summer Soulstice Music Festival on Milwaukee’s East Side

    East Side of Milwaukee - North Ave between Oakland Ave & Farwell Ave 1531 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Summer Soulstice Music Festival Saturday, June 14, 2025East Side of Milwaukee | Presented by the East Side BID #20FREE Admission Milwaukee’s official celebration of the Summer Solstice is back! Summer Soulstice Music Festival is a full day of music, food, and fun — and it’s totally free to attend. While the music is the main draw, families will love the daytime atmosphere filled with: Arts & crafts booths and creative activities for kids Bounce houses and outdoor games A mix of live music that’s fun for all ages Food vendors with kid-friendly options Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

    Free
  • Greendale Movie at Gazebo Park

    Greendale Concert at Gazebo Park

    Greendale Gazebo Park 5798 Broad Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Movies 2025

    Greenfield Movies at Konkel Park

    Konkel Park - Greenfield 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield

    Greenfield Movies at Konkel Park Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Milwaukee WI May 25: Trolls Band Together June 14: Migration July 12: Despicable Me 4 Aug. 9: Inside Out 2 Sept. 6: Elemental Please […]

    Free
  • 2025 Farmers Markets

    Cathedral Square Market Downtown MKE

    Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Father’s Day Pig Roast at The Bavarian Bierhaus

    The Bavarian Bierhaus 700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI, United States

    Join us for The Bavarian Bierhaus’s Annual Father’s Day Pig Roast in the Park! Dads get a FREE full liter of bier.   Heidelberg Park will be open from 11am-6pm […]

    Free
  • 2025 Outdoor Festivals

    Milwaukee Greek Fest – 60th Anniversary Celebration – at Wisconsin State Fair Park

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

    Milwaukee Greek Fest – 60th Anniversary Celebration 📍 Wisconsin State Fair Park, Milwaukee, WI📅 June 13–15, 2025🎟️ Free Admission for Limited Hours Opa! Celebrate 60 years of tradition, culture, and community at Milwaukee’s longest-running Greek festival. Hosted by Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, this family-friendly event features authentic Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, and fun for all ages. What to Expect: Famous spit-roasted lamb & chicken Expanded drive-thru and new menu items Authentic pastries like baklava and loukoumades Live Greek music and traditional dance performances Carnival rides and games for kids Friday, June 13: 11am – 9pm Saturday, June 14: 11am – […]

    Free
  • Children’s Entrepreneur Market in Waukesha

    Cutler Park 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United States

    The Children’s Entrepreneur Market is an award-winning program that teaches young people about the power of entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership through experiential learning. Parents and kids everywhere agree that learning […]

    Free
  • Monday Night Movies – Moana 2 at Cutler Park in Waukesha

    Les Paul Performance Center 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Get out this summer for our family-friendly film series! Monday Night Movies in the Park starts at 6:00 p.m. with pre-movie activities that relate to the movie being played that […]

    Free
  • 2025 Farmers Markets

    West Allis Farmers Market

    West Allis Farmers Market 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Riverwalk Commons Concert Series

    Riverwalk Commons 423 North Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Riverwalk Commons Concert Series The free Riverwalk Commons Concert Series is back! On nine select Tuesdays this summer, and one special Friday evening, the Milwaukee Public Market presents the free […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    HeartBeats of the City at Red Arrow Park

    Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Family Yoga 2025

    Kids Yoga at the St Francis Library

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

    Ages 6 - 11. Registration Required. Children will learn yoga through poses and games, plus breathing and mindfulness exercises. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle; a yoga mat […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Tosa Tonight at the Rotary Park Pavilion

    Rotary Park Pavilion 1190 N 70th St, Wauwatosa, United States

    Tosa 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 […]

    Free
  • Whitefish Bay Ice Cream Social

    Whitefish Bay Ice Cream Social

    Old School House Park 5240 N. Marlborough Drive, Whitefish Bay, WI, United States

    After school is out for the summer, it’s a tradition to celebrate with the Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation’s Ice Cream Social. Enjoy a sweet treat and music by the Village […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Waterfront Wednesdays at Lakefront Park Pewaukee

    Lakefront Park - Pewaukee 222 W Wisconsin Ave, Pewaukee, WI, United States

    Waterfront 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 […]

    Free
  • Juneteenth 2025

    True Skool Juneteenth Celebration

    True Skool, Inc 161 W Wisconsin Ave Ste 1000 LL, Milwaukee, United States

    2025 JUNETEENTH ARTS + CULTURE ZONE ​ Thursday, June 19, 2025 from ​ 6:00am - 5:00pm at True Skool ​ 2707 N King Dr Milwaukee WI   Live Mural Painting […]

    Free
  • 2025 Outdoor Festivals

    Milwaukee Juneteenth Day Celebration | Parade + Kids Zone (Daytime) | Evening Celebration at Summerfest Grounds

    Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Juneteenth Day Celebration Thursday, June 19, 2025Parade + Kids Zone (Daytime) | Evening Celebration at Summerfest GroundsFREE Admission Milwaukee’s Juneteenth Day celebration is one of the oldest in the nation — and it’s packed with family fun, community pride, and powerful cultural significance. Here’s why it’s a great event for families: Juneteenth Jubilee Parade: Colorful floats, marching bands, and dance teams bring the streets to life in an uplifting celebration of freedom, love, and resilience. Kids Zone (Martin Luther King Elementary School Playground): Designed for kids ages 5–12, this area features carnival rides, a petting zoo, pony rides, and more — all in a safe, welcoming space. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

    Free
  • 2025 Farmers Markets

    West Allis Farmers Market

    West Allis Farmers Market 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Jazz in Cathedral Square Park Downtown MKE

    Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Jazz 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 […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Thursday Bike Nights at the Harley-Davidson Museum

    Harley-Davidson Museum 400 W Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    HARLEY-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 […]

    Free

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