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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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee
Paw Patrol™ Day & Brewers Home Game at American Family Field
American Family Field 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, MilwaukeeWeek of Events
Sunday, July 19, 2026
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July 19, 2026 -Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
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July 19, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 19, 2026 -MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
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July 19, 2026 -Paw Patrol™ Day & Brewers Home Game at American Family Field
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July 19, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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July 19, 2026 -Homestand Themes – Lake Country DockHounds Home Game (Oconomowoc)
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July 19, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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. […]
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Paw Patrol™ Day & Brewers Home Game at American Family Field
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 […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Homestand Themes – Lake Country DockHounds Home Game (Oconomowoc)
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, […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Monday, July 20, 2026
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July 20, 2026 -Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
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July 20, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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July 20, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 20, 2026 -MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
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July 20, 2026 -Touch-a-Truck
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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. […]
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Touch-a-Truck
All Ages: See a variety of City of Brookfield vehicles and meet the heroes who drive them! Then purchase a treat from Chillwaukee to beat the heat. Hosted in the […]
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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July 21, 2026 -Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
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July 21, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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July 21, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 21, 2026 -MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
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July 21, 2026 -Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
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July 21, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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. […]
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
Zarminali Pediatrics is a new pediatric clinic located in the Menomonee Falls and Wauwatosa communities. We will be hosting a newborn education series over the course of 4 weeks in […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
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July 22, 2026 -Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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July 22, 2026 -Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
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July 22, 2026 -“Friends Under Foot” with Wehr Nature Center
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July 22, 2026 -School’s Out Sling & Slice at Sling Shot Bar
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July 22, 2026 -School’s Out Sling & Slice at Slingshot Bar MKE (West Allis)
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July 22, 2026 -Community Science: Dragonflies at Waukesha County Parks (Locations Vary)
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July 22, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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July 22, 2026 -“Friends Under Foot” with Wehr Nature Center
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July 22, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 22, 2026 -MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
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July 22, 2026 -Washington Park Wednesdays Summer Concert Series MKE
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July 22, 2026 -Washington Park Wednesdays MKE
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July 22, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
July Planetarium Programs Wednesday 7/1 at 11:00am - The Sun, Our Living Star Wednesday 7/8 at 11:00am -The First Stargazers Wednesday 7/15 at 11:00am - Beyond Our Senses: Bank Swallows […]
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
“Friends Under Foot” with Wehr Nature Center
Ages 3-12: Explore the world beneath your feet. What creatures live in the soil? Interactive hands-on science for you to discover!
School’s Out Sling & Slice at Sling Shot Bar
Every Wednesday June 17th-August 26th, Bars & Rec is giving families and kids an easy way to stay active and have fun with “School’s Out Sling & Slice”. For just $19.95 per person, from Noon-5pm, Sling & Slice includes: 60 minutes of slingshot fun on the Jungle Junkyard Range One hot slice of pizza (choice of cheese, pepperoni, or sausage) An […]
School’s Out Sling & Slice at Slingshot Bar MKE (West Allis)
Every Wednesday June 17th-August 26th, Bars & Rec is giving families and kids an easy way to stay active and have fun with “School’s Out Sling & Slice.” For just $19.95 per person, from Noon-5pm, Sling & Slice includes: 60 minutes of slingshot fun on the Jungle Junkyard Range One hot slice of pizza (choice of cheese, pepperoni, […]
Community Science: Dragonflies at Waukesha County Parks (Locations Vary)
Join our knowledgeable staff for a hands-on experience that brings science to life! Learn how scientists observe wildlife, collect field data, and contribute to research – then help track dragonflies and damselflies in our invertebrate survey. Participants can earn eligible volunteer service hours while learning, exploring, and making a difference. No prior experience is needed. […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
“Friends Under Foot” with Wehr Nature Center
Ages 3-12: Explore the world beneath your feet. What creatures live in the soil? Interactive hands-on science for you to discover!
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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. […]
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Washington Park Wednesdays Summer Concert Series MKE
SPEND YOUR SUMMERS WITH US! Every year on Wednesday from July to August. Happy Hour starts at 5pm, concerts at 6! Washington Park Wednesdays hosts innovative local bands, Milwaukee's finest food trucks, and activities sure to energize and entertain will fill the park each Wednesday. Theme nights promise diverse pairings of music, art, and fun with […]
Washington Park Wednesdays MKE
Here is the complete schedule: July 8 – Venus Rising (Femme-forward) Ladies Must Swing & Ellie Jackson. A powerful opening night celebrating women in music, featuring swing-era revival and soulful […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Thursday, July 23, 2026
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July 23, 2026 -Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
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July 23, 2026 -Dig This Summer Party!
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July 23, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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July 23, 2026 -Dig This Summer Party!
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July 23, 2026 -Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
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July 23, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 23, 2026 -Patiopalooza at The Little Village Play Cafe (MKE/Tosa)
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July 23, 2026 -MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
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July 23, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
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 Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Patiopalooza at The Little Village Play Cafe (MKE/Tosa)
Welcome to Patiopalooza, the best free family hangout in East Tosa! Every Thursday from May thru September, the Little Village patio at 65th & North turns into a tiny neighborhood […]
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Friday, July 24, 2026
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July 24, 2026 -Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
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July 24, 2026 -Family Time in the Courtyard
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July 24, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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July 24, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 24, 2026 -MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
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July 24, 2026 -Firefly Fridays at Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa
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July 24, 2026 -Community Quilt Mural Sewing (Ages 8+) at Madam Chino (West Allis)
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July 24, 2026 -Friday Flicks at Elm Grove Village Park
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of […]
Family Time in the Courtyard
Ages 0-12: Stories, songs, action rhymes, and fingerplays! Please bring a blanket to sit on. Outside weather permitting; inside if necessary.
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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. […]
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
Firefly Fridays at Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa
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 […]
Community Quilt Mural Sewing (Ages 8+) at Madam Chino (West Allis)
Free Community Quilt Mural Sewing: All-ages 8+, 3-hours, 4th Fridays 6-9pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Friday Flicks at Elm Grove Village Park
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 […]
Saturday, July 25, 2026
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July 25, 2026 -Tosa Farmers Market
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July 25, 2026 -Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)
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July 25, 2026 -Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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July 25, 2026 -Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
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July 25, 2026 -Reel Movies for Real Needs: Sensory-Friendly Moviegoing Environment at Area Marcus Theatres
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July 25, 2026 -Michaels Kids Club In-Store Craft (Ages 4+)
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July 25, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 25, 2026 -MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
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July 25, 2026 -Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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July 25, 2026 -Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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July 25, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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July 25, 2026 -Friday Flicks at Elm Grove Village Park
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 […]
Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)
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: […]
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
July Planetarium Programs Wednesday 7/1 at 11:00am - The Sun, Our Living Star Wednesday 7/8 at 11:00am -The First Stargazers Wednesday 7/15 at 11:00am - Beyond Our Senses: Bank Swallows […]
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs: Sensory-Friendly Moviegoing Environment at Area Marcus Theatres
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! Reel Movies for Real Needs, a year-round sensory-friendly moviegoing environment at select Marcus Theatres At […]
Michaels Kids Club In-Store Craft (Ages 4+)
Come in for a fun free kid’s event! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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. […]
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
July Planetarium Programs Wednesday 7/1 at 11:00am - The Sun, Our Living Star Wednesday 7/8 at 11:00am -The First Stargazers Wednesday 7/15 at 11:00am - Beyond Our Senses: Bank Swallows Wednesday 7/22 at 11:00am - Mars: The Ultimate Voyage Wednesday 7/29 at 11:00am - Secret of the Cardboard Rocket SATURDAY SHOWS 7/11, 7/18, 7/25 […]
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
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 […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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. […]
Friday Flicks at Elm Grove Village Park
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 […]
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