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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Week of Events
Sunday, July 6, 2025
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July 6, 2025 -Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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 FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
Monday, July 7, 2025
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July 7, 2025 -Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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July 7, 2025 -Margie’s Garden Summer Bloom Series at Boerner Botanical Gardens
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July 7, 2025 -Girl Scouts Summer Community Troop – West Allis
Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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 FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
Margie’s Garden Summer Bloom Series at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Margie's Garden Summer Bloom Series - New for 2025 Season! June Bloom Monday, June 16th from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm - Special Discounted Admission for ages 3-12 (kids 0-2 are free) - Access to all of Boerner Botanical Gardens for the day (no re-entry) - Sidewalk chalk will be out for families to use, bubble […]
Girl Scouts Summer Community Troop – West Allis
Your summer adventures await! Join a community Girl Scout troop today. Girls entering K5-3rd grade are welcome to join our summer community troops. An adult must accompany girls at each troop meeting, as we are looking to establish new troops in your area. Each meeting will have a fun superhero theme. To ensure […]
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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July 8, 2025 -Art in Nature at Retzer Nature Center
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July 8, 2025 -Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center
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July 8, 2025 -Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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July 8, 2025 -West Allis Farmers Market
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July 8, 2025 -Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
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July 8, 2025 -Tribute Tuesday Concert – Journey Tribute at Cutler Park in Waukesha
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July 8, 2025 -Open Gym with The Ability Center at Longfellow Middle School Wauwatosa
Art in Nature at Retzer Nature Center
ART IN NATURE A Six-Week Art Program Series — Come for one session or all! Nature has some unique art to show us—colors, patterns, and textures everywhere! Let’s explore Retzer Nature Center to find inspiration. We’ll craft, sketch, and paint (both acrylic and watercolor). All supplies are provided. DATES & TIME: Tuesdays, June 10 – July […]
Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center
WEE WONDERS Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. DATES/TIMES: Second Tuesday & Wednesday of the month* • 9:30–10:30 a.m. *October 2025 program falls on first Tuesday LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI) COST: $5 […]
Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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 FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
West Allis Farmers Market
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 Thanksgiving. It is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. We open […]
Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
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 are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Tribute Tuesday Concert – Journey Tribute at Cutler Park in Waukesha
Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music at Tribute Tuesday! This free concert series brings top-tier tribute bands to the Les Paul Performance Center at Cutler Park in Waukesha, delivering the sounds of legendary artists in a beautiful outdoor setting. Join us on the second Tuesday of the month as we celebrate the favorite […]
Open Gym with The Ability Center at Longfellow Middle School Wauwatosa
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 will be outside on the basketball courts Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
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July 9, 2025 -Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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July 9, 2025 -Riverside Rhythms at Riverfront Plaza Waukesha
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July 9, 2025 -Becoming a Better Birder: Flight At UEC Washington Park
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July 9, 2025 -Waterfront Wednesdays at Lakefront Park Pewaukee
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July 9, 2025 -Tosa Tonight at the Rotary Park Pavilion
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July 9, 2025 -Jazz at Cutler Park Waukesha – Command Performance Big Band
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July 9, 2025 -Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the Times Cinema MKE
Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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 FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
Riverside Rhythms at Riverfront Plaza Waukesha
Riverside Rhythms is a vibrant weekly concert series that brings live music and delicious eats to the scenic banks of the Fox River! Enjoy incredible performances from talented local artists while indulging in mouthwatering bites from our featured food truck vendor. Whether you’re looking to unwind on your lunch break or soak in the sounds […]
Becoming a Better Birder: Flight At UEC Washington Park
(For adults & teens) Universally, birds have developed a multitude of adaptations that make them well equipped for flight. However, different birds fly in unique ways. The unique patterns of bird flight, in combination with other clues can help us to identify them. Learn how in this workshop! Participants will learn about the adaptations that […]
Waterfront Wednesdays at Lakefront Park Pewaukee
Waterfront Wednesdays Wednesdays from 6:00 – 8:30 pm Lakefront Park 222 W Wisconsin Ave Pewaukee WI 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.
Tosa Tonight at the Rotary Park Pavilion
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 cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Jazz at Cutler Park Waukesha – Command Performance Big Band
July is for Jazz and the cool cats will congregate in Cutler Park as Jazz fills the scene! Come early to enjoy concessions in the park, starting at 6:00 p.m. We'll be counting off the tunes from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a great line-up of jazz music. Don't miss this amazing series, which […]
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the Times Cinema MKE
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone PG • 2 hr 32 min • For some scary moments and mild language. 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.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
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July 10, 2025 -Sensory Hours at Slick City Wauwatosa
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July 10, 2025 -Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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July 10, 2025 -West Allis Farmers Market
Sensory Hours at Slick City Wauwatosa
Sensory Hours Enjoy a 90-minute sensory friendly session for those who require a less intense environment Thursday, July 10th from 9-10:30am 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.
Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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 FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
West Allis Farmers Market
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 Thanksgiving. It is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. We open […]
Friday, July 11, 2025
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July 11, 2025 -Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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July 11, 2025 -4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
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July 11, 2025 -Sussex Lions Daze
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July 11, 2025 -Starry Night Series at the Wilson Center Brookfield
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July 11, 2025 -Friday Night Live in Downtown Waukesha
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July 11, 2025 -Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
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July 11, 2025 -Movie at Elm Grove Village Park Pavilion
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July 11, 2025 -Greendale Movie at Gazebo Park
Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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 FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
The Celebrations Commission is proudly bringing back the Village's Independence Day fireworks show. Saturday July 5th at dusk, in Village Park. Truck & Tractor Pull on July 11–12 with music and fireworks both nights. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Sussex Lions Daze
It's that time of year again! Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. From July 11th to July 13th, the Sussex Lions Club and Sussex Area Service Club will be hosting an incredible lineup of events that you won't want to miss. Lions Daze has […]
Starry Night Series at the Wilson Center Brookfield
Starry Night Series Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 19805 W Capitol Dr Brookfield WI Fridays at 6:30pm in July & August Concert Series begin on Friday, June 27 at 6:30pm Gather your family and friends, pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find your perfect spot in the Wilson Center's beautiful Gerlach/Haack […]
Friday Night Live in Downtown Waukesha
Waukesha Friday Night Live Fridays, June – August Downtown Waukesha W Main St Waukesha WI Premier outdoor music event, held every summer Friday from June through August, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
July 11 - 27, 2025 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc WI 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.
Movie at Elm Grove Village Park Pavilion
Fridays at 8:30 pm | Village Park Pavilion 13600 Juneau Blvd Elm Grove, WI June 6: Lady and the Tramp June 20: Mary Poppins Returns July 11: The Lion King July 26: The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie Aug. 8: The Wild Robot Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Greendale Movie at Gazebo Park
Greendale Movies In The Park hosted by Gift of Wings Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI June 7: Inside Out 2 July 11: Moana 2 Aug. 1: The Garfield Movie 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.
Saturday, July 12, 2025
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July 12, 2025 -Brookfield Farmers Market
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July 12, 2025 -Tosa Farmers Market
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July 12, 2025 -New Berlin Farmers Market
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July 12, 2025 -Waukesha Farmers Market
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July 12, 2025 -Sussex Lions Daze
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July 12, 2025 -Piala’s 12th Annual Family Fun Fest
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July 12, 2025 -Kids Fishing Day at Fleet Farm
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July 12, 2025 -Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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July 12, 2025 -Ruckus & Glee 10th Anniversary Celebration Wauwatosa
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July 12, 2025 -Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
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July 12, 2025 -4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
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July 12, 2025 -Greendale Concert at Gazebo Park
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July 12, 2025 -Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
Brookfield Farmers Market
The City of Brookfield Farmer's market is an organization that fosters the sale of Wisconsin grown farm products and locally produced items. 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.
Tosa Farmers Market
Every Saturday 8:00am - Noon through October 11th 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 […]
New Berlin Farmers Market
8am - Noon Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October 15055 W National Avenue in the City Center On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Dr 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.
Waukesha Farmers Market
For 25+ years, the Waukesha Farmers’ Market has brought fresh, local goods and community vibes to downtown Waukesha. Join us May–October, Saturdays 8am–noon, in the Waukesha State Bank employee lot. Thanks to our amazing vendors, visitors, and Waukesha State Bank for keeping this tradition thriving! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Sussex Lions Daze
It's that time of year again! Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. From July 11th to July 13th, the Sussex Lions Club and Sussex Area Service Club will be hosting an incredible lineup of events that you won't want to miss. Lions Daze has […]
Piala’s 12th Annual Family Fun Fest
Piala's 12th Annual Family Fun Fest Saturday, July 12th, 9am - 4pm & Sunday, July 13th, 10am - 3pm Join us for a fun-filled family friendly weekend here at the nursery! Free Admission, enjoy live music, food, family activities & games, door prizes, plant specials, our peacock palace, and MORE. FESTIVAL LONG HIGHLIGHTS!: - Family […]
Kids Fishing Day at Fleet Farm
Our annual FREE Kid's Fishing Day is back! Come enjoy fun and informative fishing activities, games & more for ALL ages as we help teach the next generation of anglers. Learn everything from safety tips to how to identify different fish! Plus, we'll have FREE kids fishing combos to give away while supplies last. […]
Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
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 FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
Ruckus & Glee 10th Anniversary Celebration Wauwatosa
Ruckus & Glee 10th Anniversary Celebration 📅 July 12 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Ruckus & Glee is turning 10 — can you believe it?! This Wauwatosa toy store is celebrating with a FREE 10th Anniversary Celebration, which will include games, face painting, a magic show, a sidewalk sale, and plenty of cake. […]
Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
July 11 - 27, 2025 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc WI 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.
4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
The Celebrations Commission is proudly bringing back the Village's Independence Day fireworks show. Saturday July 5th at dusk, in Village Park. Truck & Tractor Pull on July 11–12 with music and fireworks both nights. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Greendale Concert at Gazebo Park
Gazebo Series Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI The Gazebo Performance Series is hosted weekly during the Summer months in downtown Greendale. Each Saturday at 7:00 pm, the GEA brings local musical talent to the park at the Gazebo. Pack a cooler, bring your blankets & chairs to the park, and settle in for […]
Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
July 11 - 27, 2025 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc WI 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.
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