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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Director: Ivan Reitman Cast: Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis Genre: Comedy, Action, Fantasy Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
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 […]
FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]
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 […]
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 […]
Tiny Hooves Sanctuary 1117 N Britton Rd Union Grove, WI Join us for a special experience at Tiny Hooves Sanctuary during our limited-date guided tour season! These educational and interactive […]
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. […]
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 […]
Coming up on Sunday October 5th from 11A to 3P: our Fourth Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy at Vretenar Park in the beautiful city of St. Francis. It’s a delicious, […]
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 […]
Milwaukee Oktoberfest takes place October 3–5, 2025 at Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds). Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – […]
HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of […]
OctoPURRfest is Back — with a New Twist! Join Almost Home Cat Rescue MKE for our annual OctoPURRfest — a fun-filled fundraiser featuring: A silent auction 50/50 raffle Gift card […]
🍎A celebration of fall & apple fun for all! Cider Sunday is the Friends of Wehr Nature Center's largest fundraiser and supports the center's vision to be a regional leader […]
The Lion King KIDS Thu Oct 2 2025 at 6:30 pm / Fri Oct 3 2025 at 6:30 pm / Sat Oct 4 2025 at 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm […]
September 30 - October 5 A new musical comedy about the things we do to stay together. Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Milwaukee in this internationally acclaimed hit […]
🎃🐾 Barktoberfest at Oktoberfest 🐾🎃 A fundraiser to support Ma Paws & Me Pet Rescue 📅 Date: Sunday, October 5th ⏰ Time: 1 PM – 5 PM 📍 Location: […]
The Hill Has Eyes – Not So Scary Halloween Party When: Sunday afternoons in October Where: 7005 S Ballpark Dr, Franklin, WI 53132 Details: Guided tour with just a hint of spooky fun. Trick-or-treating […]
The Lion King KIDS Thu Oct 2 2025 at 6:30 pm / Fri Oct 3 2025 at 6:30 pm / Sat Oct 4 2025 at 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm […]
Taylor Swift / The Official Release Party of a Showgirl NR • 1 hr 29 min • Director & Cast: Taylor Swift • Genre: Music Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl […]
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival […]
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 […]
Taylor Swift / The Official Release Party of a Showgirl NR • 1 hr 29 min • Director & Cast: Taylor Swift • Genre: Music Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl […]
September 30 - October 5 A new musical comedy about the things we do to stay together. Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Milwaukee in this internationally acclaimed hit […]
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 […]
FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]
HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of […]
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 […]
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival […]
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 […]
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 […]
FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]
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 […]
Ofrenda Crafts for Kids Tuesday, October 7, 5-6:30 pm Mitchell Street Library - 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. Milwaukee WI We will make decorations for the library's ofrenda and you […]
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival […]
Whoooo is coming to Tippecanoe? Schlitz-Audubon presents OWLS! Tuesday, October 7, 6-7 pm Tippecanoe Library - 3912 S. Howell Ave. Milwaukee WI Join us as we take an up-front and […]
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 […]
FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]
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 […]
Experience the ultimate Family Day at Slick City! Slide into a day of excitement and action with activities for all ages. From thrilling slides to the Junior Jungle play area, […]
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 […]
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival […]
Join us on World Dyslexia Day (October 8, 2025) at Sherman Phoenix for a free community screening of the acclaimed documentary Left Behind. Called “one of the best documentaries of […]
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 […]
FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Strength comes from acknowledging the rich history and invaluable contributions of every member of our community. We invite you to celebrate our diversity and experience the vibrancy of Hispanic and […]
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