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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  • Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park

    2026 Events at The Urban Ecology Center
    Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm  Washington Park - NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free

  • Patiopalooza at The Little Village Play Cafe (MKE/Tosa)

    Outdoor Events & Activities 2026
    The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Welcome to Patiopalooza, the best free family hangout in East Tosa! Every Thursday from May thru September, the Little Village patio at 65th & North turns into a tiny neighborhood block party. Food trucks, ice pops, smoke bubbles, music, kids crafts, a community book swap, soda tastings & more. No tickets, no admission, just show […]

    Free

  • Enderis Park Concerts on the Green MKE

    Outdoor Music 2026
    Enderis Park 2956 N 72nd St, Milwaukee, United States

    Concerts on the Green THURSDAYS, JUNE 18-AUG. 13, FROM 6 TO 9:30 P.M. | ENDERIS PARK  Gather the whole family and pack snacks and drinks for live music under summer […]

    Free

  • Falls Family Movie Night at Village Park (Menomonee Falls)

    Outdoor Movies 2026
    menomonee falls village park N87W16749 Garfield Drive, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Join us for a magical summer tradition at Village Park! The Falls Family Movie Night Series brings the community together for three unforgettable evenings filled with family fun, entertainment, and outdoor movies under the stars. Set in the heart of Village Park, this family-focused series features three beloved, family-friendly movies—plus so much more. Each evening […]

    Free

  • Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations

    Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations

    Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 22, 2026 (for kids ages 6-17). Due to federal regulations, all provided meals are served seated and must be consumed by youth at the playground. All playgrounds are operated as a “free drop-in” program. Though locations are […]

  • K-Pop Demon Hunters Party @ the St. Francis Library

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

    All Ages. It's your moment to have a blast at our K-Pop Demon Hunters Party. We will celebrate all things Hunter/x and Saja Boys with karaokee, button making and more!

  • 2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library

    Oak Creek Public LIbrary 2026
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]

    Free

  • Craft And Storytime at The Mequon Nature Preserve

    Mequon Nature Preserve
    Mequon Nature Preserve 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI, United States

    Mequon Nature Preserve has many family-friendly events throughout the year! These events are FREE to attend! Craft And Storytime One Friday a month at 10:00am, listen to a seasonally-themed book […]

    Free

  • Intergenerational Story Time with Oak Creek Public Library

    Intergenerational Story Time with Oak Creek Public Library
    The Waters of Oak Creek 8000 S Market St, Oak Creek

    This 30-minute Story Time welcomes children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community. It will feature stories and songs followed by a playtime and social for attendees. Where to meet us: July 17: The Waters, 8000 S Market St Registration is not required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over […]

    Free

  • You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. […]

    Free

  • Firefly Fridays at Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa

    Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa
    Firefly Grove Park 1900 N 116th St, Wauwatosa, United States

    Firefly Fridays is back for 2026! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, spend your Friday nights with us at Firefly Grove Park for rotating food trucks, live music from local artists and family fun in the park. Join us every Friday from 5–8 PM. We can’t wait to see you back at the park! Please […]

    Free

  • Davidson Park Movie Night (Harley-Davidson HQ MKE)

    Outdoor Movies 2026
    Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    In partnership with Near West Side Partners join us for Movie Nights at Davidson Park! Come early to hang out, grab snacks, and get cozy before fan-favorite films start at 6:30pm. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]

    Free

  • Tosa Farmers Market

    Tosa Farmers Market
    Wauwatosa Village 7735 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

    Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a […]

    Free

  • Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)

    Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)
    Tosa Farmers Market 7720 Harwood Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

      AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community. Please note: […]

    Free

  • Fox Point Farmers’ Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fox Point Farmers' Market 7330 N Santa Monica Blvd, Fox Point, WI

    The Fox Point Farmers' Market runs every Saturday, June 13 – September 26 from 8:00am–12:00pm at 7330 N. Santa Monica Blvd. in Fox Point — completely free to attend, outdoors, […]

    Free

  • Bilingual Storytime @ the St. Francis Library

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

    Ages 0 - 5. Betty Suárez of Bilingual Story Time MKE creates a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable, supported, and proud to speak or learn Spanish, English, Spanglish, or any other language! ¡Únete a nuestra serie de cuentos bilingües de verano con Betty Suárez de Cuentos Bilingües en Milwaukee! Betty crea un ambiente acogedor […]

  • ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a […]

    Free

  • Better Together: Co-Parenting Evolved Classes at Milwaukee College Prep Lola Rowe Campus

    Medical College of Wisconsin 2026
    Milwaukee College Prep Lola Rowe Campus 1350 W North Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Better Together is our revolutionary, innovative 6-week Co-Parenting class designed for parents of children no longer romantically involved to learn to successfully co-parent in a way that is healthy and productive for their children. Classes run for 6 weeks total (3 weeks in separate spaces for moms and dads and 3 weeks co-ed.) Couples with […]

    Free

  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]

    Free – $20

  • Taste of Ethiopia and Eritrea

    Debre Tsion Kidist Ledeta Lemariam Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Oak Creek Wisconsin 6911 S 20th St,, Oak Creek, United States

    Free Admission to the eventSaturday July 18 (11AM - 7PM) and Sunday July 19 (12-7PM).Enjoy delicious Ethiopian and Eritrean food.Learn about Ethiopian and Eritrean history and tradition.Participant in traditional coffee ceremony.Kids activities.Food Drinks.Exhibits by local businesses.

    Free

  • Optimist Theatre’s Shakespeare In The Park at Humboldt Park

    2026 Outdoor Festivals & Events MKE
    Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Sunday Family Fun Days at Northwestern Mutual Community Park MKE Lakefront

    Milwaukee Parks 2026
    Northwestern Mutual Community Park 639 E. Summerfest Place, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Mark your calendars for June 7, July 19, August 9, and September 13 Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE With Kids are returning to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park at the lakefront for the 2026 season — and they’re completely FREE to attend. The popular family friendly series takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and features […]

    Free

  • Deer District Farmer’s Market

    Deer District Farmer’s Market
    Deer District 1134 Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Deer District will host a new farmer’s market this summer, opening every Sunday from June 7-Oct. 25. Managed by Lauryn Wynter Company, the market supported by Deer District BID 53 […]

    Free

  • Greenfield Farmer’s Market

    Farmer’s Markets 2026

    Greenfield Farmers Market Time: 10am-2pm Address: Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, WI 53220 Every Sunday from May-October (Closed Memorial Day Weekend) from 10AM-2PM. Our Makers Market is the […]

    Free

  • Optimist Theatre’s Shakespeare In The Park at Sherman Park MKE

    2026 Outdoor Festivals & Events MKE
    Sherman Park Milwaukee 3000 N Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Tippecanoe Library 3912 S. Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play! 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.

    Free

  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free

  • Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations

    Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations

    Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 22, 2026 (for kids ages 6-17). Due to federal regulations, all provided meals are served seated and must be consumed by youth at the playground. All playgrounds are operated as a “free drop-in” program. Though locations are […]

  • STEAM Lab: Ice Age Trail Wisconsin

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    A National Scenic Trail entirely inside the state of Wisconsin, this unique hiking trail and surrounding area was formed by glaciers during the last Ice Age. Learn all about the Ice Age and this unique local feature. This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Ice Age Trail Wisconsin 2.0

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    A National Scenic Trail entirely inside the state of Wisconsin, this unique hiking trail and surrounding area was formed by glaciers during the last Ice Age. Learn all about the Ice Age and this unique local feature. This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration […]

    Free

  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free

  • Touch-a-Truck

    Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    All Ages: See a variety of City of Brookfield vehicles and meet the heroes who drive them! Then purchase a treat from Chillwaukee to beat the heat. Hosted in the Library’s East parking lot. Weather permitting.

    Free

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