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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Mark your calendars for June 8, July 13, August 3, and September 7 Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE With Kids are returning to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park at the lakefront for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
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 […]
Every Sunday from May-October 10AM-2PM Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue • Greenfield, WI 53220) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival Sunday, August 3 | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM📍 North Avenue between Dr. MLK Jr. Drive & 7th Street Families can explore vendor booths, grab tasty eats, […]
Bristol Renaissance Faire Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love: Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day! […]
Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of […]
Sopra Mare (School of Rock) Sundays in August from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm August 3 - School of Rock Youth Band (Rock) August 10 – VLNTYN (Indie Rock) August […]
July 26: Fishing Clinic, 9:30am-12pm (Fishing Pier) & August 3: Fishing Clinic 12-3:00pm (Fishing Pier) Come down to the Lakeshore fishing pier for our fishing clinic where all fishing supplies […]
Milwaukee Milkmen Games7035 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132May 23-26, 2025Admission: $11-$51The Milwaukee Milkmen are a pro baseball team in Franklin, and they’re playing the Sioux Falls Canaries in a […]
Welcome! We're so glad you're curious about Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) in Milwaukee. Every summer, Optimist Theatre brings free, professional productions of Shakespeare's plays to Milwaukee's parks and other […]
Join us on Sundays in August 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 […]
The Little Mermaid Junior! In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the […]
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
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. […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
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 […]
Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of […]
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply […]
H2GR0W July 14 & 21 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Learn how to grow food plants like lettuce and basil with no soil and no digging! Our hydroponic […]
Aug 4, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Cozy up with critters in an interactive show with animal expert, Ms. Kim! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
Summer Reading at the Playground Tuesday, July 29 from 2-3 pm Franklin Square Playfield - 2643 N 13th St Milwaukee WI Wednesday, July 30 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield […]
Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave […]
Science in the Summer Monday, July 28 & August 4 from 4-5 pm Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Are you a scientist? Do […]
Don’t miss Musical Mondays, another free concert series at Lake Park happening Mondays, July 7 – August 25. Musical Mondays Musical Mondays concerts are from 6:30 – 8:00 pm July 7 – SINKANE. Sinkane (aka Ahmed Gallab) and his high-energy six-piece […]
Ninja Open Gym Ages 6+ (Including Adults!) Mondays 7:05-8:05 pm Fridays 6:00-7:00 pm Come practice in our dedicated Ninja Space at the 9650 Entrance. Please note: Dates and times are […]
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. […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
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 […]
On Tuesday, August 5, children ages 5–12 who are signed up for Bango’s Kids Club can receive free youth admission from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This offer is available […]
Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of […]
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 […]
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply […]
Kids Knit and Crochet Club Tuesday, July 8 from 1-2 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Learn to knit and crochet by creating small […]
Come join ASL Oasis for some friendly competition and ASL banter as we take on Big Putts Indoor Mini Golf! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave […]
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 […]
Tuesdays from 5:00pm - 7:00pm Tuesday nights are Family Night at the Landing! Come enjoy family-friendly entertainment and activities and family fun for all ages. Please note: Dates and times […]
Skyline Music Series Kadish Park (750 E North Ave Milwaukee WI) Tuesday nights in July & August Riverwest’s popular free concert series is presented by COA Youth and Family Centers, […]
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. […]
Disney Concerts, Disney Branded Television and AEG Presents jointly reveal “Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour,” a one-of-a-kind interactive live concert experience, is coming to Fiserv Forum on Aug. 5. Joshua Colley […]
KIDZ BOP Live 2025: Certified BOP Tour – Coming to West Allis! Get ready, West Allis – the KIDZ BOP Kids are bringing their all-new KIDZ BOP Live 2025: Certified […]
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. […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
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 […]
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