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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Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Baird Commons 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee
Hollowings Pumpkin Festival at Gazebo Park (Downtown Greendale)
Greendale Gazebo Park 5798 Broad Street, GreendaleWeek of Events
Sunday, October 26, 2025
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October 26, 2025 -Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
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October 26, 2025 -Fondy Farmers Market
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October 26, 2025 -Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)
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October 26, 2025 -Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
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October 26, 2025 -Hollowings Pumpkin Festival at Gazebo Park (Downtown Greendale)
Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Scarecrow Lane 📅 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 a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
Fondy Farmers Market
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 change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)
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 pumpkins) elegantfarmer.com Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or starting a new one this fall, The Elegant Farmer offers an old-fashioned, on-farm experience. Please note: Dates […]
Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Halloween Village @ Baird Community Commons 📅 October 10-31 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Take a stroll through Halloween Village, featuring a giant Great Pumpkin; interactive lighting displays with ghosts, Frankenstein, witches, and scarecrows; plus plenty of photo ops. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Hollowings Pumpkin Festival at Gazebo Park (Downtown Greendale)
Hollowings returns to Gazebo Park in the Historic Downtown Greendale Village! The halloween holiday fun begins Tuesday, October 21, and runs through Sunday, October 26, afternoons and evenings. The fun happens Tuesday through Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m.; Friday from 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday from 11 […]
Monday, October 27, 2025
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October 27, 2025 -Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
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October 27, 2025 -Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Scarecrow Lane 📅 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 a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Halloween Village @ Baird Community Commons 📅 October 10-31 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Take a stroll through Halloween Village, featuring a giant Great Pumpkin; interactive lighting displays with ghosts, Frankenstein, witches, and scarecrows; plus plenty of photo ops. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
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October 28, 2025 -Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
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October 28, 2025 -Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
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October 28, 2025 -Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop
Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Scarecrow Lane 📅 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 a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Halloween Village @ Baird Community Commons 📅 October 10-31 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Take a stroll through Halloween Village, featuring a giant Great Pumpkin; interactive lighting displays with ghosts, Frankenstein, witches, and scarecrows; plus plenty of photo ops. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
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October 29, 2025 -Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
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October 29, 2025 -Let’s Play to Learn at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg
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October 29, 2025 -Move and Groove at the St Francis Library
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October 29, 2025 -Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
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October 29, 2025 -You Build It! At Central Downtown Library
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October 29, 2025 -“Haunted Harmonies” Halloween Pajama Jamboree at the Bradley Pavilion
Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Scarecrow Lane 📅 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 a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
Let’s Play to Learn at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg
Learn ways to stimulate your child’s learning and creativity through these fun, play based workshops. They provide great bonding time as parent/caregiver and child will participate together. All sessions are planned for the specific ages listed below. Facilitated by OFS Parents as Teachers staff. Registration closes 2 business days before each session so register early! […]
Move and Groove at the St Francis Library
Move & Groove Wednesdays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 and under. 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. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Halloween Village @ Baird Community Commons 📅 October 10-31 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Take a stroll through Halloween Village, featuring a giant Great Pumpkin; interactive lighting displays with ghosts, Frankenstein, witches, and scarecrows; plus plenty of photo ops. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
You Build It! At Central Downtown Library
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 from 4-5 pm, ie. beginning again on August 3, 2025 Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply […]
“Haunted Harmonies” Halloween Pajama Jamboree at the Bradley Pavilion
Join Milwaukee’s Festival City Symphony for a thrilling Halloween concert—free for all! Come in costume, get cozy, and enjoy a hauntingly fun evening of magical and monstrous music. Whether you’re a first-time listener or a concert veteran, there’s something to enchant everyone. The orchestra will cast a spell with spine-tingling favorites and cinematic classics, including […]
Thursday, October 30, 2025
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October 30, 2025 -Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
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October 30, 2025 -Fondy Farmers Market
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October 30, 2025 -Free Day at Boerner Botanical Gardens
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October 30, 2025 -Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
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October 30, 2025 -Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop
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October 30, 2025 -Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
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October 30, 2025 -Nightmare on Elm Street in Thiensville
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October 30, 2025 -Nightmare on Elm Street at Village Park Thiensville
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October 30, 2025 -Resource Fair and Trick-or-Treating at Kosciuszko Community Center MKE
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October 30, 2025 -Trick-or-Treat and Resource Fair at Kosciuszko Community Center
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October 30, 2025 -Kosciusko Community Center Trick-or-Treat and Resource Fair
Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Scarecrow Lane 📅 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 a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
Fondy Farmers Market
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 change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Free Day at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens - FREE Admission!9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI 53130Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Milwaukee County Parks, in partnership with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc. (FBBG) present FREE admission to Boerner on the last Thursday of the month from May - October. Don't forget to explore Margie's Garden while you're […]
Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Halloween Village @ Baird Community Commons 📅 October 10-31 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Take a stroll through Halloween Village, featuring a giant Great Pumpkin; interactive lighting displays with ghosts, Frankenstein, witches, and scarecrows; plus plenty of photo ops. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
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 […]
Nightmare on Elm Street in Thiensville
The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Join us for Nightmare on Elm Street presented by Schramka Funeral Home: trick-or-treat, food trucks, entertainment and family fun. FREE admission! Trick-or-treat your way through the Village, then head to our party in the park. 4-6 pm: Business Trick or Treat throughout the Village4-7 pm: Party […]
Nightmare on Elm Street at Village Park Thiensville
The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Join us for Nightmare on Elm Street presented by Schramka Funeral Home: trick-or-treat, food trucks, entertainment and family fun. FREE admission! Trick-or-treat your way through the Village, then head to our party in the park. 4-6 pm: Business Trick or Treat throughout the Village4-7 pm: Party […]
Resource Fair and Trick-or-Treating at Kosciuszko Community Center MKE
Resource Fair & Trick-or-Treating Calling all good "ghouls and boos"! (That's Halloween talk for "girls and boys.") Come with your family for a fun night out. Take part in the costume contest and enjoy safe trick-or-treating and spooky activities! Bring home some great information from the community resource vendors. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Trick-or-Treat and Resource Fair at Kosciuszko Community Center
Trick-or-Treat & Resource Fair at Kosciuszko Community Center Date: October 30, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Kosciuszko Community Center, in the Gym, 2201 S. Seventh St., Milwaukee, WI 53215 Phone: (414) 645-4624 Admission: FREE Details: Organized by Milwaukee County Parks and the Kosciuszko Advisory Board, this event invites all local "ghouls and […]
Kosciusko Community Center Trick-or-Treat and Resource Fair
Kosciusko Community Center Resource Fair & Trick-or-Treat: Thursday, October 30, 5-7:30 pm at 2201 S 7th St Milwaukee WI FREE. Calling all good "ghouls and boos"! (That's Halloween talk for "girls and boys.") Come with your family for a fun night out. Take part in the costume contest and enjoy safe trick-or-treating and spooky activities! […]
Friday, October 31, 2025
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October 31, 2025 -Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
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October 31, 2025 -Babbling Babes x Elite Sports Club Mequon: Mom and Me Yoga + Trick or Treat
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October 31, 2025 -Family Storytime at the St Francis Library
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October 31, 2025 -Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
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October 31, 2025 -Cedarburg Pumpkin Walk
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October 31, 2025 -Milwaukee Trick-or-Treat
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October 31, 2025 -KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)
Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Scarecrow Lane 📅 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 a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
Babbling Babes x Elite Sports Club Mequon: Mom and Me Yoga + Trick or Treat
Looking for something fun + kid-friendly to do on actual Halloween day that isn’t too late? This one’s perfectly tailored for you and your little boo! This event is ideal for infants–6 years old. We’ll start with mom and me yoga (led by Babbling Babes Ambassador, Sara!) and then trick or treat our way […]
Family Storytime at the St Francis Library
Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Halloween Village @ Baird Community Commons 📅 October 10-31 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Take a stroll through Halloween Village, featuring a giant Great Pumpkin; interactive lighting displays with ghosts, Frankenstein, witches, and scarecrows; plus plenty of photo ops. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Cedarburg Pumpkin Walk
The Cedarburg Chamber's Pumpkin Walk is a fun, community-wide event that celebrates all things Halloween! Bring your carved pumpkins to light up the street. Wear your costumes and creep down Washington Avenue to view the glowing pumpkins! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Milwaukee Trick-or-Treat
It's time for the SWEETEST tradition of the year: trick-or-treating! Grab your costumes and bucket, and have a fun and safe time. Remember to turn your porch lights on if you're handing out treats. Happy Halloween!
KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)
KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event PG • 1 hr 39 min We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix […]
Saturday, November 1, 2025
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November 1, 2025 -Fondy Farmers Market (Late Season)
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November 1, 2025 -Cloud 9 Kidpreneur Fair
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November 1, 2025 -Kids Workshop at Home Depot
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November 1, 2025 -Family Free Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo
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November 1, 2025 -Visit the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train in Menomonee Falls
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November 1, 2025Bilingual Magical Morning at BlackBear Children’s Boutique
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November 1, 2025 -ABC Academy at Central Library
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November 1, 2025 -Milwaukee Public Museum Free Day and Pow Wow
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November 1, 2025 -Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop
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November 1, 2025 -Unity in the Community at The Mitchell Street Library
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November 1, 2025 -Cloud 9 Kidpreneur Fair
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November 1, 2025 -Frozen 2 Sensory Friendly Movie at St. Francis Children’s Center
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November 1, 2025 -Community Celebration at Walkers Point Center for the Arts MKE
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November 1, 20255th Annual Grafton’s BEST Trunk or Treat
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November 1, 2025 -Bonding for dad’s and children with Special/Support Needs at St. Francis Children’s Center
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November 1, 2025 -KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)
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November 1, 2025Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s in Richfield
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November 1, 2025 -KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)
Fondy Farmers Market (Late Season)
2025 Market Season LATE SEASON Saturdays November 1st-15th from 9:00am to 12:00pm 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.
Cloud 9 Kidpreneur Fair
Kidpreneur Fair Support & encourage local kid entrepreneurs as they present their products, ideas and inventions SAVE THE DATE! DATES: November 1st and 2nd, 2025 TIMES: Two Groups Each Day- 9-11:30 & 1-3:30 Cloud 9 Workshop’s Kidpreneur Fair is a market and share space for kids in 1st- 12th grade to sell their products and […]
Kids Workshop at Home Depot
Kids Workshops at your local Home Depot is a FREE hands-on learning experience that encourages skill-building and creativity in children ages 5-12. Join us at 9am the first Saturday of every month while supplies last. Registration typically opens about a month before. Click here to view the upcoming monthly themes and see what your kids […]
Family Free Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo
Family Free Day from 9:30am - 4:30pm The Zoo is a harvest of beautiful fall colors in October. And on October 5, all guests are admitted FREE! (Parking and regular attraction fees still apply.) To enjoy the vibrant colors of the trees, along with the animals, stroll through the outdoor areas to see elk, giraffes, […]
Visit the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train in Menomonee Falls
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
Bilingual Magical Morning at BlackBear Children’s Boutique
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, 11/01 at 10AM in tandem with our special host, Señora Betty, for a FREE & BILINGUAL Magical Morning! Families are invited to learn about the beautiful tradition of honoring loved ones through stories, music, and culture in this "Dia de los Muertos" celebration. Kids will enjoy a themed […]
ABC Academy at Central Library
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 literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Milwaukee Public Museum Free Day and Pow Wow
Saturday, November 1, 2025 Doors open 10:30 a.m., powwow noon-7 p.m.* LOCATION: Second Floor, Milwaukee Public Museum COST AND RESERVATIONS: FREE and open to the public For the first time, Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) is hosting a powwow to kick off special programming throughout November in celebration of Native American Heritage Month (NAHM). On Saturday, November 1, […]
Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Unity in the Community at The Mitchell Street Library
Unity in the Community Saturday, November 1 from 12-4 pm Mitchell Street Library - 906 W.Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI Join us for a celebration of diverse cultures, art, and food within our community. A combined community event brought to you by the Bay View, Tippecanoe, Mitchell Street, and Zablocki Branches. The event features: Browser the […]
Cloud 9 Kidpreneur Fair
Kidpreneur Fair Support & encourage local kid entrepreneurs as they present their products, ideas and inventions SAVE THE DATE! DATES: November 1st and 2nd, 2025 TIMES: Two Groups Each Day- 9-11:30 & 1-3:30 Cloud 9 Workshop’s Kidpreneur Fair is a market and share space for kids in 1st- 12th grade to sell their products and […]
Frozen 2 Sensory Friendly Movie at St. Francis Children’s Center
Join us for a special screening of Frozen 2 at St Francis Children's Center! Our sensory-friendly event is perfect for kids who may need a more relaxed environment. The lights will be slightly up, the sound will be slightly down, and everyone is welcome to move around and make noise. Let's enjoy this magical movie together in a comfortable setting. […]
Community Celebration at Walkers Point Center for the Arts MKE
Community Celebration November 1 from 1pm-5pm As the city’s longest-standing tradition of commemorating this cultural practice, we are thrilled to present this year’s theme: “Memoria y Valentía / Memory and Bravery.” Together, we reflect on the lives of the dearly departed, their enduring impact, and the memories they leave behind. Through vibrant contemporary works by […]
5th Annual Grafton’s BEST Trunk or Treat
Grafton’s biggest Halloween celebration is back! Join us for the 5th Annual FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Utopia! Local families and businesses will deck out their trunks with spooky, silly, and creative decorations — all to hand out treats to your little ghouls and goblins. It’s a safe, family-friendly afternoon of Halloween fun you won’t want […]
Bonding for dad’s and children with Special/Support Needs at St. Francis Children’s Center
Welcome to the Daddy and Me: Bonding event! This is a special opportunity for dads and children with Special/Support Needs to come together and create lasting memories. Join us at St Francis Children's Center for a day filled with fun activities, bonding moments, and a chance to connect with other families facing similar experiences. Let's celebrate the unique bond between fathers and their […]
KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)
KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event PG • 1 hr 39 min We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix […]
Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s in Richfield
Families are invited to celebrate the magic of Christmas at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s annual Santa’s Wonderland event! Making his grand entrance on November 1st, Santa will arrive with all the sleigh bells and whistles at Cabela’s in Richfield where local families are invited to join in on the free fun of his […]
KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)
KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event PG • 1 hr 39 min We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix […]
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