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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  • Firefly Fridays at Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa

    Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa
    Firefly Grove Park 1900 N 116th St, Wauwatosa, United States

    Firefly Fridays is back for 2026! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, spend your Friday nights with us at Firefly Grove Park for rotating food trucks, live music from local artists and family fun in the park. Join us every Friday from 5–8 PM. We can’t wait to see you back at the park! Please […]

    Free
  • Sounds of Summer at Bayshore

    Bayshore Events 2026
    Bayshore Mall 5800 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, United States

    Fridays June 12 - August 21 - 2026 Sounds of Summer June 12 - Motown Review June 26 - King Solomon July 10 - Another One July 24 - 5 Card Studs August 7 - V Funk August 21 - Stone Jam Band Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

    Free
  • Homestand Themes – Lake Country DockHounds Home Game (Oconomowoc)

    Lake Country DockHounds 2026
    Lake County Dock Hounds 1011 Blue Ribbon Cir N, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

    The 2026 season is full of excitement and opportunities to make lasting memories when you bring the family to a game. As we celebrate our 5th season of DockHounds baseball, we are offering special themes throughout the season that will be sure to amplify your summer. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

    $15 – $22
  • Friday Flicks at Elm Grove Village Park

    Outdoor Movies 2026
    Elm Grove Village Park 13600 Juneau Blvd, Elm Grove, WI, United States

    Movies begin at 8:30 P.M. - Elm Grove Village Park Pavilion June 12th -  Lilo and Stitch Live Action June 26th - The Incredibles  July 10th - How to Train your Dragon July 25th - Shrek (Saturday with the Great Elm Grove Campout. Movie will be at the "Campground") August 7th - Zootopia 2 Please […]

    Free
  • Movies In The Park at The Phoenix Park Bandshell (Delavan)

    Outdoor Movies 2026
    Phoenix Park Bandshell 111 E. Wisconsin St., Delavan, United States

    The Park & Recreation Department hosts Movies in the Park at 8:45pm. 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
  • Tosa Farmers Market

    Tosa Farmers Market

    Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a […]

    Free
  • Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)

    Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)
    Tosa Farmers Market 7720 Harwood Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

      AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community. 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
  • Fox Point Farmers’ Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fox Point Farmers' Market 7330 N Santa Monica Blvd, Fox Point, WI

    The Fox Point Farmers' Market runs every Saturday, June 13 – September 26 from 8:00am–12:00pm at 7330 N. Santa Monica Blvd. in Fox Point — completely free to attend, outdoors, […]

    Free
  • Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2026
    Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United States

    August Planetarium Programs Wednesday 8/5 at 11:00am-One Sky Project- $5.00/person Wednesday 8/12 at 11:00am- Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 8/19 at 11:00am-Forward! To the Moon- $5.00/person Wednesday 8/26 at 11:00am-Treasures of the Milky Way- $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29 at 11:00am -Surviving in Space - $5.00/person 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, […]

    $5
  • Train Rides at The East Troy Electric Railroad

    East Troy Electric Railroad 2026
    East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United States

    Take a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between East Troy and Mukwonago, Wisconsin! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

    $10 – $31
  • Free Trails Day! At Riveredge Nature Center (Saukville)

    Riveredge Nature Center 2026
    Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

    Free Trails Day is an open community day where we waive the Riveredge trail fees entirely. Come hike for free with 10 miles of trails to choose from! Feel free to stop in at the Visitor Center to learn about Riveredge and the different sights you can see, or head out on your own! Just […]

    Free
  • Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026

    Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm  Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 […]

    $19 – $27
  • 2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library

    Oak Creek Public LIbrary 2026
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]

    Free
  • LEGO Club at The Brookfield Public Library

    LEGO Club
    Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Free-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library's challenge! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]

    Free
  • Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)

    Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI   Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins please. The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops! Every 2nd Saturday of the month. Free of charge to […]

    Free
  • Animal Encounters at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure […]

    $19 – $27
  • Bristol Renaissance Faire

    2026 Outdoor Festivals & Events MKE
    Bristol Renaissance Faire 12550 120th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Bristol Renaissance Faire  July 11 through September 7 Grab your corset or your homemade chainmail armor: The Bristol Renaissance Faire is set to make its annual return. Open rain or shine every Saturday, Sunday and on Labor Day, the Bristol Faire takes visitors for a rollicking romp through Elizabethan England from 10 a.m. to 7 […]

    $23 – $48
  • ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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! Ages 4-6. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]

    Free
  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]

    Free – $20
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE

    2026 Pfister Milwaukee
    The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]

    $40 – $70
  • Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2026
    Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United States

    August Planetarium Programs Wednesday 8/5 at 11:00am-One Sky Project- $5.00/person Wednesday 8/12 at 11:00am- Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 8/19 at 11:00am-Forward! To the Moon- $5.00/person Wednesday […]

    $5
  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026
    Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]

    $12
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Movies in the Park at Konkel Park (Greenfield)

    Outdoor Movies 2026
    Konkel Park - Greenfield 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield

    Saturday EveningsMovie begins at DuskThe AMP at Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Ave.) The Movies in the Park, is held on various Saturdays throughout the summer at the AMP. The Family-Friendly movies will begin at dusk and is great fun for all ages.  2026 Schedule (Subject to Change) June 13: Lilo & Stitch Live Action July […]

    Free
  • Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026

    Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm  Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 […]

    $19 – $27
  • 2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library

    Oak Creek Public LIbrary 2026
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]

    Free
  • Animal Encounters at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026

    Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home and gain a better understanding of our friendly […]

    $19 – $27
  • Deer District Farmer’s Market

    Deer District Farmer’s Market
    Deer District 1134 Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Deer District will host a new farmer’s market this summer, opening every Sunday from June 7-Oct. 25. Managed by Lauryn Wynter Company, the market supported by Deer District BID 53 will feature more than 100 vendors each week. In addition to farmers and other food producers, offering fresh and organic meats, eggs, fruits, cheeses and […]

    Free
  • Greenfield Farmer’s Market

    Farmer’s Markets 2026
    Konkel Park - Greenfield 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield

    Greenfield Farmers Market Time: 10am-2pm Address: Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, WI 53220 Every Sunday from May-October (Closed Memorial Day Weekend) from 10AM-2PM. Our Makers Market is the first Sunday of each month. We are located at Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

    Free
  • Bristol Renaissance Faire

    2026 Outdoor Festivals & Events MKE
    Bristol Renaissance Faire 12550 120th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Bristol Renaissance Faire  July 11 through September 7 Grab your corset or your homemade chainmail armor: The Bristol Renaissance Faire is set to make its annual return. Open rain or shine every Saturday, Sunday and on Labor Day, the Bristol Faire takes visitors for a rollicking romp through Elizabethan England from 10 a.m. to 7 […]

    $23 – $48
  • Sunday Family Fun Day at Sky Zone Greenfield

    Sky Zone 2025
    Sky Zone Greenfield 4940 S 76th St,, Greenfield, United States

    Elevate your Sunday Funday with your Family – Family, Fun, and Food Included! Family of 4 can now get 60 minute jumps, a large pizza, and a pitcher of soda […]

    $80
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • The Muppet Movie (1979) at Marcus Area Theatres

    Family Movies 2026
    Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +2 more

    Kermit and his newfound friends trek across America to find success in Hollywood, but a frog legs merchant is after Kermit. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

    $10 – $45
  • Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE

    2026 Pfister Milwaukee
    The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by a Pfister Tea Butler, while learning about the tea. The Afternoon Tea menu is complete with fresh scones, sandwiches, and pastries. Wednesdays - Sundays, Seating Times: […]

    $40 – $70
  • 2026 Trains Are Running at The East Troy Electric Railroad

    East Troy Electric Railroad 2026
    East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United States

    Take a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between East Troy and Mukwonago, Wisconsin! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

    $10 – $31
  • Milwaukee County Outdoor Pools, Splash Pads, & Wading Pools Open! Many Locations!

    Outdoor Events & Activities 2026
    Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee Area Splash Pads & Wading Pools  (map linked here) Open June 18 to August 16 Free to the public, open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the air temperature is 72 degrees or above. Plan ahead by viewing the All Pools & Splash Open Status table to ensure your desired spot is operating for the […]

    Free
  • Sesame Street™ Day & Brewers Home Game at American Family Field

    Milwaukee Brewers 2026 Season
    American Family Field 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    All regular-season Monday-Friday night games will begin at 6:40 p.m. in 2026. Excluding a 1:10 p.m. first pitch on Opening Day and Memorial Day (May 25 vs. St. Louis), all regular-season Monday-Friday day games in April and May will begin at 12:40 p.m. From June-September, all Monday-Friday day games will begin at 1:10 p.m. except […]

    $20 – $90

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