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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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  • Children’s Entrepreneur Market in Menomonee Falls

    Village Park Menomonee Falls N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, 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
  • Menomonee Falls Kids Festival

    Village Park Menomonee Falls N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Falls Kids Festival, presented by Menomonee Falls Ascension Wisconsin Hospital, is a magical day of FREE activities, games, and performances for families of all ages to enjoy together. This day […]

    Free
  • True Skool 2025

    Summer Park Jam 2025

    Marcus Performing Arts Center, Peck Pavilion 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Summer Park Jam Weekend 2025 More than an event—it’s a one of kind intergenerational platform for Milwaukee connections, pride, and impact! TRUE Skool is excited for our Annual Summer Park […]

    Free
  • Jewish Food Festival

    Jewish Food Festival

    Rotary Park Mequon 4100 Highland Rd, Mequon, WI, United States

    The Jewish Food Festival, an annual celebration of Jewish culture, cuisine, and community! Held in Mequon, WI, this year we're anticipating a grand turnout of 7500+ enthusiastic attendees. The Jewish […]

    Free
  • Tribute Tuesday Concert – Elvis Tribute at Cutler Park in Waukesha

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

    Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music at Tribute Tuesday! This free concert series brings top-tier tribute bands to the Les Paul Performance Center at Cutler Park in Waukesha, […]

    Free
  • Touch-a-Truck at Fleet Farm

    Visit your local Fleet Farm for a FREE Touch a Truck event! Each store will have different local community service vehicles such as police cars, fire trucks, school buses, garbage […]

    Free
  • Kids Day at Cathedral Square Park

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

    Admission is free! Kid-friendly fun includes: Bilingual Story Time | Starting at 10 AM Balloon art | 10:30 AM-1:30 PM Face painting with Face Painters Ink Ice cream from Ben & […]

    Free
  • Main Street Block Party in Sussex

    Sussex Civic Center N64W23760 Main Street, Sussex, WI, United States

    Join us for the best event of the summer! The Main Street Block Party, presented by Exterior Pros, is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.   Join your […]

    Free
  • ArtBlaze (Last One!)

    McKinley Beach 1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Date & TimeThursday, August 21, 2025 • 4:00–9:30 p.m. LocationMcKinley Beach, Milwaukee, WI(Lakefront near Lincoln Memorial Dr.) CostFree AgesAll ages OrganizerJoy Engine (public art nonprofit) • Website: joyengine.org Photo CreditSamer […]

    Free
  • Richfield Days 2025

    Firemen's Park - Richfield 2008 Hwy 175, Hubertus

    Richfield Days is a vibrant community celebration held on the fourth weekend of August at Fireman’s Park in Richfield, Wisconsin. This event brings together local organizations and residents to honor […]

    Free
  • Menomonee Falls Festival of the Arts

    Menomonee Falls Downtown ​N88W16712 Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    The Falls Festival of the Arts is back and bigger than ever! On Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the streets of Downtown Menomonee Falls (Main […]

    Free
  • 40th Anniversary Party at Sprecher Brewery

    Sprecher Brewery 701 W Glendale Avenue, Glendale, WI, United States

    It’s time to party like it’s 1985! Join Sprecher for an epic 80s-themed anniversary bash on Sunday, August 24 from 11am to 6pm in the Brewery’s Grand Hall and parking lot at […]

    Free
  • Cudahy 2025 Family Events

    Outdoor Concert at Cudahy Historical Society

    Cudahy Historical Society 4647 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Cudahy, WI, United States

    Come enjoy Kentucky bluegrass, authentic traditional music from a simpler time, from this Chicago band. Food sold by and benefitting Cudahy Historical Society. Don't forget your lawn chairs! Rain date: […]

    Free
  • End of Summer Pool Party at Elite Sports Club Mequon

    Elite Sports Club - Mequon 11616 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin

    Don’t miss this chance to celebrate summer's grand finale together! Gather your family and friends for a day packed with joy as we bid farewell to sunny days in style—there's […]

    Free
  • Wheels on Main in West Bend

    Downtown West Bend 120 N Main Street, West Bend, WI, United States

    Come enjoy the largest annual car, truck and motorcycle show in Washington County! Over 450 vehicles in 20 categories will be judged and awarded, including a "Best of Show" award. […]

    Free
  • Live @ The Oasis: Kids Night (Back to School Night)

    Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community Park

    Soak 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 […]

    Free
  • Family Fun

    Family Fun at The Oak Creek Public Library

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

    Join us for an evening of fun with various stations and hands-on activities for the whole family! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and […]

    Free
  • Touch-a-Truck in Hartford

    This is a FREE family event that takes place in the Hartford Recreation Center parking lot! Bring your kids to explore various vehicles and trucks from business across Southeastern Wisconsin […]

    Free
  • Tribute Tuesday Concert – Queen Tribute at Cutler Park in Waukesha

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

    Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music at Tribute Tuesday! This free concert series brings top-tier tribute bands to the Les Paul Performance Center at Cutler Park, delivering the […]

    Free
  • Touch A Truck (Sussex)

    Sussex Armory Park W239N5718 Maple Ave, Sussex, Wisconsin

    Join us for Touch a Truck 2025 presented by Lannon Stone Foundation! This event is geared toward kids ages 2-8, but will appeal to anyone--kid or adult--who loves trucks!   […]

    Free
  • 6th Annual Shorewood Feast

    Shorewood

    The 6th Annual North Shore Bank Shorewood Feast is Shorewood’s signature street festival from the 4200 to the 4400 blocks of Oakland Avenue. This is a family-friendly foodie event with […]

    Free
  • Magical Mornings at BlackBear Children’s Boutique

    Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United States

    Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, September 20th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE  storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading "The Mixed-Up Chameleon" by Eric Carle and […]

    Free
  • Appleland’s Fall Festival

    Appleland’s Fall Festival

    Appleland Farm Market 4177 State Road 57, Fredonia, United States

    We are excited to welcome you to Appleland's Fall Festival on September 20th & 21st from 10am - 4pm each day! This is a fun filled family event that we […]

    Free
  • Piala’s 15th ANNUAL Fall Festival

    Piala’s Fall Festival (Waukesha)

    Piala's Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc. S39W27833 Genesee Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Piala's 15th ANNUAL Fall Festival Saturday, September 27th, 9am - 4pm & Sunday, September 28th, 10am - 3pm Join us for a fun-filled family friendly weekend here at the nursery! […]

    Free
  • Autumn 2025

    Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)

    Elegant Farmer 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI, United States

    Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer Now through Oct. 27, 2025 (Saturdays and Sundays only) 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI 53149 Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and […]

    Free
  • Foxtoberfest at Foxtown Station Mequon

    Foxtown Station 6209 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin

    Get ready to raise your steins—Foxtoberfest is back on Saturday, September 27th from 11am to 10pm!   Join us for a full day of Foxtown-style fun as we celebrate the […]

    Free
  • Fall Fest at Elite Sports Club Mequon

    Elite Sports Club - Mequon 11616 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin

    Join us for a fabulous Fall Fest that promises to be bursting with fun and excitement! Dive into the spirit of the season with our giant bounce house that will […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Lakefront 2025

    Sturgeon Fest 2025 at the MKE Lakefront

    UWM School of Freshwater Sciences 600 E Greenfield Av, Milwaukee, United States

    Ticket prices: Free admission, $15 donation to sponsor a sturgeon Hand-release a baby sturgeon into its native home in Lake Michigan at this eco-celebration with Riveredge Nature Center! Educational activities, […]

    Free
  • Halloween 2025

    Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

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

    Scarecrow Lane đź“… Now through October 31 | ⏰ Sunrise – 10:00 PM Say hello to the unique scarecrows along the Blue Trail at Retzer Nature Center! Scarecrow Lane is […]

    Free
  • Cedarburg Oktoberfest

    Downtown Cedarburg WI, United States

    Cedarburg Oktoberfest is a free, family-friendly celebration of German culture held the first full weekend of October. Enjoy live polka music, authentic food and beer, Bavarian dancing, a lively marketplace, […]

    Free
  • Menomonee Falls Harvest Festival

    Mill Pond Park Main Street and Grand Avenue, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Join us in downtown Menomonee Falls on October 4th for a day of fall family fun! Enjoy the beauty of Mill Pond Park during this gorgeous event with:   -a […]

    Free
  • Port Washington Fall Street Festival

    Historic Downtown Port Washington Franklin St, Port Washington, United States

    It's the party of the season in Downtown Port Washington! Fall Street Festival, presented by Harbor Homes, has quickly become a fall tradition in Ozaukee County.   Enjoy all the […]

    Free
  • Harvest Fest in Brown Deer

    Brown Deer Village Park 920 W Green Brook Dr, Brown Deer, WI, United States

    Celebrate fall with us at Harvest Fest, presented in collaboration with the Brown Deer School District PTC! Bring the whole family for an evening packed with festive fun, delicious food, […]

    Free
  • Harvest Fest in Richfield

    Come join us at the farm for our Harvest Fest! We will have Altered Spirits Distillery supplying adult beverages and Moon Dude Coffee supplying other beverages! We also will have […]

    Free
  • East Side MKE

    Brady Street Pet Parade MKE

    Brady St & Farwell Ave Milwaukee E. Brady St. & Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us on October 5, 2025, from 11 AM – 4 PM for the Annual Pet Parade! Get ready for a paws-itively fun day as pets of all kinds take […]

    Free

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