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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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 […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]
Introducing children to literature and storytelling at an early age enhances vital skills in language acquisition, comprehension and critical thinking. That's why we are excited to partner with the Milwaukee […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
Lolo Blvd Custom Car & Bike Show (FREE!) Harley-Davidson Museum, 400 W. Canal St., Milwaukee, WI 53201 Sunday, June 22, 2025, 10 am-4 pm Stroll through an impressive display […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE […]
Join us on Sundays in June from 2pm-4pm for some family activities! Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or […]
See everything that’s happening today at The Pettit Ice Center via our event calendar. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE […]
Milwaukee Recreation will be hosting six (6) Foam Bubble Parties at various playground locations on Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24. Foam blasting cannons will create mounds of bubbles […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
June 12th, 2025 Kewaskum Public Library 1:00 pm Kewaskum Public Library 1225 Fond Du Lac Ave Kewaskum WIJune 13th, 2025 Frank L Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville 10:30 am Frank L Weyenberg Library 11345 N […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE […]
Milwaukee Recreation will be hosting six (6) Foam Bubble Parties at various playground locations on Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24. Foam blasting cannons will create mounds of bubbles […]
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 […]
Your summer adventures await! Join a community Girl Scout troop today. Girls entering K5-5th grade are welcome to join our summer community troops. An adult must accompany girls […]
All programs are FREE, open to the public, and inclusive for all abilities. Open Gym (Open to the Public) Longfellow Middle School, 7600 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI Open Gym […]
Chill on the Hill Tuesdays from 6:00-9:00Humboldt Park Bandshell 3000 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Chill on the Hill is the quintessential summer experience in Milwaukee’s eclectic Bay View neighborhood. […]
The kids are out for summer break! Now what? Join us for a unique and exciting event, FLOWER FEST, where you can enter a whimsical, floral world of bright colors […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]
June 25th - WPS Reptiles 9:30 am and 1 pm $25 special event play session Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
Bilingual Storytime – Last Wednesday Each Month – 10am-10:20am (included with admission) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
June 12th, 2025 Kewaskum Public Library 1:00 pm Kewaskum Public Library 1225 Fond Du Lac Ave Kewaskum WIJune 13th, 2025 Frank L Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville 10:30 am Frank L Weyenberg Library 11345 N […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE […]
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 […]
June 25th - WPS Reptiles 9:30 am and 1 pm $25 special event play session Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
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 […]
Kids From Wisconsin Presents: 2025 Premiere Show of ‘The Heat Is On’ Summer Playlist June 25 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Theatre Building, Mainstage Theatre The 57th Kids from Wisconsin troupe have […]
THURSDAY, JUNE 26 The Big Idea XII: Art is my Superpower 8:30 am - English 9:30 am - Español LATINO ARTS, INC. 1028 S 9TH ST MILWAUKEE WI LOCATED WITHIN […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
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. […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE […]
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 […]
Summerfest: The Lil Gig & Family Fun June 19–21, June 26–28, and July 3–5, 2025 (operating hours are noon - midnight)Henry Maier Festival Park | MilwaukeeGeneral Admission Required | Kids 2 and under FREE Known as “The World’s Largest Music Festival,” Summerfest isn’t just for grownups — there’s a whole world of fun just for kids and families, especially at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park. What’s Kid-Friendly at Summerfest: The Lil Gig: A dedicated children’s festival within Summerfest, featuring local music and performance acts like magicians, puppeteers, dance troupes, and comedy. Kids Boogie Down Dance Party: A nightly dance party to wrap up the day with music, movement, and fun. Huge Playground & Green Space: Let kids run, climb, and explore in a safe and shaded space right on the lakefront. Elizabeth “Bo” Black Family Fountain: A splash pad near the main entrance — perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. […]
June 12th, 2025 Kewaskum Public Library 1:00 pm Kewaskum Public Library 1225 Fond Du Lac Ave Kewaskum WIJune 13th, 2025 Frank L Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville 10:30 am Frank L Weyenberg Library 11345 N […]
Welcome to the South Milwaukee Downtown Market Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts, Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family! Thursdays May 29 – October 2, 2025 […]
Hometown Celebration Head over to Nixon Park June 26, 27, and 28 for this year's Hometown Celebration! Events from June 26–29 with carnival, live music, and fireworks on June 27. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Concerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens Thursdays at 6:30 pm / June 26 - August 28 9400 Boerner Dr Hales Corners WI Performances occur every Thursday throughout the […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
June 12th, 2025 Kewaskum Public Library 1:00 pm Kewaskum Public Library 1225 Fond Du Lac Ave Kewaskum WIJune 13th, 2025 Frank L Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville 10:30 am Frank L Weyenberg Library 11345 N […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE […]
Summerfest: The Lil Gig & Family Fun June 19–21, June 26–28, and July 3–5, 2025 (operating hours are noon - midnight)Henry Maier Festival Park | MilwaukeeGeneral Admission Required | Kids 2 and under FREE Known as “The World’s Largest Music Festival,” Summerfest isn’t just for grownups — there’s a whole world of fun just for kids and families, especially at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park. What’s Kid-Friendly at Summerfest: The Lil Gig: A dedicated children’s festival within Summerfest, featuring local music and performance acts like magicians, puppeteers, dance troupes, and comedy. Kids Boogie Down Dance Party: A nightly dance party to wrap up the day with music, movement, and fun. Huge Playground & Green Space: Let kids run, climb, and explore in a safe and shaded space right on the lakefront. Elizabeth “Bo” Black Family Fountain: A splash pad near the main entrance — perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. […]
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