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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  • 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
  • ABC Academy at Central Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2025 Events & Activities
    Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Bay View Bash

    2025 South Suburbs
    Bay View, WI Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI

    SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 from 11:00 am - 10:00 pm The Bay View Bash takes place on the 3rd Saturday each September between Potter and Clement on Kinnickinnic Avenue in Bay […]

    Free
  • Fondy Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    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
  • Packer Viewing Party at Davidson Park

    Harley-Davidson Museum 2025 Events & Activities
    Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    FOOTBALL TAILGATE SEPTEMBER 21 • 12:00–3:00PM Join us for an incredible “tailgate” experience with great food, drinks, entertainment, and all your favorite tailgating traditions. Enjoy interactive games, giveaways, a wing […]

    Free
  • Fondy Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Fondy Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Piala’s Fall Festival (Waukesha)

    Piala’s 15th ANNUAL Fall Festival
    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
  • Doors Open MKE

    Milwaukee County Historical Society 2025
    Downtown Milwaukee WI

    September 27-28 An annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods, Doors Open Milwaukee opens 150+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free. Building listing coming Sept 1, […]

    Free
  • Doors Open at MKE PBS

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Milwaukee PBS 1036 N 8th St, Milwaukee, United States

    Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Please note: Dates and […]

    Free
  • Doors Open at Model Railroad Club of Milwaukee

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Milwaukee Lionel Railroad Club 2715 S Calhoun Rd, New Berlin, WI, United States

    Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step back in time […]

    Free
  • Doors Open MKE at Davidson Park

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Address: 3725 W Juneau Ave | Fully wheelchair accessible Explore the newly opened Davidson Park, located on Harley-Davidson’s historic campus! This 4.8-acre urban oasis was created with community input, making […]

    Free
  • Doors Open MKE at Carma Laboratories (Carmex) in Franklin

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Carma Laboratories, Inc. 9750 S Franklin Dr, Franklin, United States

    Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Ever wondered how Carmex, […]

    Free
  • Doors Open MKE at Wisconsin Public Radio

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Wisconsin Public Radio, WPR 1243 N 10 St, Suite 100, Milwaukee, United States

    Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step inside the beautifully […]

    Free
  • Doors Open MKE at Alice’s Garden Urban Farm

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Alice's Garden Urban Farm 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI

    Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step into the beautiful […]

    Free
  • Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)

    Autumn 2025
    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
  • ABC Academy at Central Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2025 Events & Activities
    Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    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
  • Fondy Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Doors Open MKE

    Milwaukee County Historical Society 2025
    Downtown Milwaukee WI

    September 27-28 An annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods, Doors Open Milwaukee opens 150+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free. Building listing coming Sept 1, […]

    Free
  • Piala’s Fall Festival (Waukesha)

    Piala’s 15th ANNUAL Fall Festival
    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
  • Doors Open MKE at Alice’s Garden Urban Farm

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Alice's Garden Urban Farm 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI

    Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step into the beautiful […]

    Free
  • Doors Open at Model Railroad Club of Milwaukee

    Doors Open MKE 2025
    Milwaukee Lionel Railroad Club 2715 S Calhoun Rd, New Berlin, WI, United States

    Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step back in time […]

    Free
  • Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)

    Autumn 2025
    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
  • Sturgeon Fest 2025 at the MKE Lakefront

    Milwaukee Lakefront 2025
    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
  • Harbor Fest MKE

    Autumn 2025
    Harbor View Plaza 600 E. Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    HARBOR FEST 2025 — CELEBRATE THE INNER HARBOR! Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: Harbor View Plaza, 600 E. Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204Admission: Free for all ages […]

    Free
  • Garden Closing Day at Villa Terrace MKE

    Villa Terrace 2025
    Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Garden Closing Day at Villa Terrace (September 28, 11 AM-3 PM): Walk the gardens and relax by the koi fish pond while enjoying bites from Paul's Smokehouse & BBQ, LLC, […]

    Free
  • Mermaid Echo at Harbor Fest

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

    Mermaid Echo and Mr. Larkin present educational programming at Harbor Fest & Sturgeon Fest in Milwaukee, WI in a 750 gallon traveling mermaid tank. Please note: Dates and times are […]

    Free
  • Bilingual Story Time at Rescued Roasters MKE

    2025 Story Times
    Rescued Roasters MKE 4435 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Join the FREE fun! Listen to an interactive bilingual story in Spanish and English, sing, dance, and create crafts with us! Rescued Roasters 4435 W Forest Home Ave Milwaukee, WI 53219 SAVE […]

    Free

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