Milwaukee Family Events

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  • School of Theater Open House at MKE Rep’s Herzfeld Foundation Education Center

    2025 Stage Performances
    Milwaukee Repertory Theater Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    Curious about Milwaukee Repertory Theater's brand new Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center? Thinking about taking a class with us but not sure what to expect? Join us for the School of Theater Open House on Saturday, October 18 from 1:00pm-6:00pm! Drop in anytime from 1:00pm-6:00pm to: -Learn more about Milwaukee Rep Education & Engagement Programming […]

    Free

  • Halloween Family Fun at Old Falls Village Park in Menomonee Falls

    Halloween Family Fun at Old Falls Village Park in Menomonee Falls
    Old Falls Village Historical Society N96W15791 County Line Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Get ready for a spook-tacular Halloween adventure like no other! Join us for two days of safe trick-or-treating as we journey through the historic Old Falls Village in Menomonee Falls. ​ But that's not all - there's plenty of entertainment for everyone! Groove to some spine-tingling music, munch on scrumptious refreshments, and indulge in tons […]

    $7

  • Little Pumpkin Painters Party at Little Sprouts Cafe + Play

    Little Pumpkin Painters Party
    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Our Little Pumpkin Painters Party is perfect for even the littlest of ghouls. Bring your family for some scare-free fun to celebrate Halloween! This event is toddler friendly.   Our annual Pumpkin Decorating Fest is getting an upgrade. This year, we're adding some tasty treats for everyone to enjoy.   The Main Event: Let your child […]

    $38

  • Little Pumpkin Painters Party at Little Sprouts Cafe + Play

    Little Pumpkin Painters Party
    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Our Little Pumpkin Painters Party is perfect for even the littlest of ghouls. Bring your family for some scare-free fun to celebrate Halloween! This event is toddler friendly. Our annual Pumpkin Decorating Fest is getting an upgrade. This year, we're adding some tasty treats for everyone to enjoy. The Main Event: Let your child pick a […]

    $38

  • Goosebumps: Phantom Of The Auditorium at the Todd Wehr Theater (Oct 11-Nov 2)

    Marcus Performing Arts Center 2025
    Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts 929 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    R.L. STINE’S GOOSEBUMPS: PHANTOM OF THE AUDITORIUM October 11 - November 2 Adapted for the stage with: Book & Lyrics by John Maclay Music & Lyrics by Danny Abosch Orchestrations & Arrangements by Danny Abosch Horror fans Brooke and Zeke are thrilled to be starring in a mysterious show called The Phantom, and not the […]

    $24 – $45

  • All Ages Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics

    All Ages Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics
    Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA

    Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for All Ages Open Gym on Saturdays from 4-5:30pm. RULES:  ​ Ages 6 & Under - Parents chaperone kids & remain within arm's reach.  Parents are not allowed on the equipment. Ages 6+ Drop Off - Parents sign kids in and then leave. ​ Yellow Trampolines:   Only ONE person is allowed to jump at […]

    $10

  • Tales by the Fire at HAWS Waukesha

    HAWS 2025 Events
    HAWS Animal Shelter Waukesha 701 Northview Road, Waukesha, United States

    Join us for a cozy and fun-filled fall event at the Schallock Center for Animals! Tales by the Fire is a Halloween-themed evening perfect for families and animal lovers of all ages.  Enjoy a heartwarming visit from Mobile Adoption, where you can meet adoptable pets looking for their forever homes. Get up close with adorable resident […]

    $10

  • Parents Night Out at Tosa Block Party (Ages 6-12)

    West Suburbs 2025 Events
    Tosa Block Party 10600 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Every Other Saturday / 6:00pm - 8:30pm  Drop Off Your Children Age 6-12 years old for LEGO FUN! EAST TOSA has so many amazing restaurants, so leave the kids with us, where everything is awesome, while you go enjoy an well deserved break. Supervised LEGO play, pizza, juice box, and more! Please note: Dates and […]

    $25

  • Fall Fest at St. Francis Children’s Center (for special/support needs families)

    St Francis Children's Center 6700 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for our Annual Fall Fest, a fun and inclusive event created especially for families with children who have special or support needs. 🎃 Enjoy a low-pressure, family-friendly morning on our large outdoor playground, with access to ADA-compliant indoor bathrooms. 🍬 Children are invited to visit no-pressure Trick-or-Treat stations, where they can choose candy or a sensory toy at […]

    Free
  • autumn trolley East Troy Railroad Trick-or-Treat Train Wisconsin

    Harvest Fest at The East Troy Electric Railroad Museum

    East Troy Railroad 2025
    East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United States

    Harvest Fest Trains Saturdays and Sundays September 6th through October 26th Combine the fun of a ride on a historic electric train with fall activities ​such as the Elegant Farmer’s Autumn Harvest Fest. The first train leaves the East Troy Depot at 10am The first train leaves The Elegant Farmer about 11am The last train leaves the East […]

    $12 – $18

  • Species Spooktacular at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

    Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI

    It’s the time of year when the haunts come out to play at the Center. You can come in costume to learn about some of nature’s spooky and misunderstood animals! We’ll bust myths about them and share their true ecological importance. Meet live animal ambassadors in our Great Hall, including snakes, tarantulas, turtles, and raptor […]

    $18

  • Milwaukee Makers Market at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2025 Events
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee Makers Market October 19th - Discovery World / November 29th - Discovery World / December 21st - Discovery World 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Celebrate Shop Small Saturday with amazing handmade items while supporting local businesses as the Milwaukee Makers Market returns to Discovery World! Milwaukee Makers Market is a celebration of the city’s […]

    Free – $25

  • Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)

    Autumn 2025
    Elegant Farmer 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI, United States

    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 pumpkins) elegantfarmer.com Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or starting a new one this fall, The Elegant Farmer offers an old-fashioned, on-farm experience. Please note: Dates […]

    Free

  • Pumpkin Fest at Basse’s Farm Colgate

    Pumpkin Fest at Basse’s Farm Colgate
    Basse's Taste of Country Farm 3190 County Road Q, Colgate, WI, United States

    Experience One Of The Best Pumpkin Patches In Wisconsin! Start your family traditions and come explore Happy Jacks Pumpkin Land at Basse’s for our ever improving Pumpkin Festival in Colgate, Wisconsin. Only 25 minutes north west of Milwaukee. Enjoy our pumpkin patch to pick-your-own perfect pumpkin, challenge yourself in our 8 acre corn maze, and […]

    $23

  • Kids Halloween Black Cat Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

    Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

    Get ready for a spooktacular time painting black cats with the kiddos at our paint party! Welcome to the Kids Halloween Black Cat Paint Party! 🎃🖌️ Join us at 5706 N Centerpark Way on October 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM (Central Time) for a spooktacular painting event. Let your little ones unleash their creativity and paint their very own black […]

    $30.20

  • Pumpkin Train Rides at Milwaukee Light Engineering Society

    Pumpkin Train Rides at Milwaukee Light Engineering Society
    Milwaukee Light Engineering Society 2620 Country Aire Dr, Cedarburg, WI, United States

    Come and join us for a ride and experience the railroad decorated for Halloween at our 19th Annual Pumpkin Train event. Family friendly ... nothing scary! Bring the family and come enjoy our hobby with us. Limited concessions and restrooms are also available.   Note: Tickets (wristbands) are $5 per person. Ages 3 and younger […]

    $5

  • Teens Halloween Black Cat Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

    Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

    Get ready to unleash your inner artist at the coolest Halloween paint party for teens – come create your own black cat masterpiece! Come join us for a spooktacular time at the 5706 N Centerpark Way on October 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM (Central Time)! 🎃🖌️ Get ready to unleash your creativity as we paint black cats in […]

    $30.20

  • Let’s Play to Learn at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg

    Let’s Play to Learn at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg
    Ozaukee Family Services 4922 Columbia Rd, Cedarburg, Wisconsin

    Learn ways to stimulate your child’s learning and creativity through these fun, play based workshops. They provide great bonding time as parent/caregiver and child will participate together. All sessions are planned for the specific ages listed below. Facilitated by OFS Parents as Teachers staff. Registration closes 2 business days before each session so register early! […]

    Free

  • Little Sprouts + Babbling Babes Mom + Baby Group at Little Sprouts (Shorewood) *Registration Required*

    Little Sprouts + Babbling Babes Mom + Baby Group
    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Join us at Little Sprouts for a free weekly Mom and Baby Group. Free for babes 12 mo and under. Older siblings are welcome! *Registration Required for Admittance* 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 – $5

  • H2GRoW at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2025
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 Fork Farms garden can grow plants with only water and light. Join us for h2gr0w programs every Monday at 1 p.m. to plant seeds, keep […]

    $13

  • Dye + Dash: Trick or Treat Tote Workshop at Little Sprouts Cafe + Play

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Get ready for a colorful and creative Halloween celebration! This event is designed specifically for our Little Sprouts ages 2–6 to create their own custom trick-or-treat bag and burn off some energy! 🎨 Tie-Dye Your Own Tote Bag It’s time to get colorful! Each child will ice-dye their very own canvas tote bag to use for […]

    $28

  • Babbling Babes x Elite Sports Club River Glen: Halloween Costume Party

    Elite Sports Club - River Glen 2001 Good Hope Rd, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    We’re taking over The Quad at Elite Sports Club River Glen (a massive indoor turf + climb zone + fenced soccer field) for a Halloween party that’s fun for all ages!   Come in costume (moms, that means you too if you’d like- get some extra use out of those outfits!) Show up ready to make friends, […]

    Free

  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Release Party at Wonderland Bookshop

    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Come celebrate the release of the highly anticipated 20th book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series!! We'll have party favors, treats, activities, and a Greg Heffley approved raffle drawing at 5PM. Pre-order your book today and get 15% off! Pre-Order Here   About Partypooper: It’s Greg’s birthday—and you’re invited to the chaos. In Partypooper, […]

    $10

  • You Build It! At Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2025 Events & Activities
    Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 from 4-5 pm, ie. beginning again on August 3, 2025 Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply […]

    Free

  • Fall Fest Family Night at Chick-Fil-A Menomonee Falls

    Chick-Fil-A - Menomonee Falls W185N9590 Bancroft Drive, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

    Join us for our Fall Fest Family Night! We will have face painting, balloon animals, and you can decorate your own pumpkin! Free to attend. No registration required.   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 […]

    Free

  • Wisconsin Science Festival Planetarium Show and Night Hike at The Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium (Waukesha)

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2025
    Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United States

    Watch the Planetarium Show, “The Dark Side of Light” that will show us how humans impact the night sky. Then head outside to enjoy a naturalist-led Autumn Night Hike where we will use our senses and learn about how wildlife adapts to the dark compared to us! The hike route will be on uneven, wood-chipped […]

    $10

  • Teen Zombie Run at Spassland Park Germantown

    Can you outrun the undead at the Teen Zombie Run? Teens ages 13-18 are invited to join us at Spassland Park in Germantown for a spooky mile run infested with zombies! Will you outrun them...or join them? Click here to register!   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

    Free

  • Fondy Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

    Free

  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop

    Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there!   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]

    Free

  • Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park

    2025 Events at the Urban Ecology Center
    Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Menomonee Falls Downtown Trick or Treat

    Downtown Menomonee Falls N88 W16447 Main St., Suite 300, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Grab your costumes and join us Thursday, October 23 from 4–7 PM for a spook-tastic night of Halloween fun in Menomonee Falls Downtown! Participating businesses will be handing out treats to all the little ghouls and goblins—plus plenty of festive vibes along the way.    It’s sure to be a spooktacular evening you won’t want […]

    Free
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha WI

    Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    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 book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]

    Free

  • Family Storytime at the St Francis Library

    St Francis Public Library – Kids Events
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free

  • The Art Hour at The Oak Creek Public Library

    2025 South Suburbs
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Art is about the journey, not the destination! Let your child's imagination run free at this drop-in process art hour. This program is designed for ages 4-11, with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is not required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

    Free

  • Family Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics

    Family Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics
    Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA

    Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for Family Open Gym on Fridays from 10:30am-12pm Family Open Gym is designed for ages 1-6 with a parent (all ages are welcome on no school days!).   RULES:  ​ Ages 6 & Under - Parents chaperone kids & remain within arm's reach.  Parents are not allowed on the equipment. Ages 6+ […]

    $10

  • Trails & Treats at Riveredge Nature Center

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

    Join us for an evening of tricks and treats for kids on the trails of Riveredge! Choose your own adventure along a 1.5 mile loop, as activity stations and fun will be scattered about the land. Visit educators in costume and dive into hands on experiences handling insects and examining animal bones! Enjoy a crackling […]

    $10

  • China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens

    2025 Events & Activities at Boerner Botanical Gardens
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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 at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. […]

    $16 – $28

  • Fall Movie Night at Village Park Menomonee Falls

    Village Park Menomonee Falls N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

     Fall Movie Night Under the Stars!  Grab your blankets, cozy up, and join us for a magical evening of movies, food, and fall fun! Join us on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 for a special outdoor screening of "THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS" presented by Menomonee Falls Events!  Location: Village Park Previews begin at 5 PM  Enjoy delicious bites […]

    Free

  • Ghostly Gathering at The Landing

    The Landing at Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Ghostly Gathering returns from 5 to 9 p.m. October 24th.   The Family Friendly Ghostly Gathering includes live music from The Front Porch Rockers, pumpkin-carving, and a costume contest for attendees of all ages!   Food and beverages will be available for purchase from The Landing.  

    Free

  • Haunted Mini Golf at Nine Below MKE

    Halloween 2025
    Nine Below 1905 E North Ave, Milwaukee

    BEWARE: Nine Below's Haunted Mini Golf is a PG-13 experience. ​Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. OCTOBER 3 - NOVEMBER 1 🎃 WALK-INS ONLY🎃 FRI | 5PM – 11PM & SAT | 2PM – 11PM •Oct 23rd & 30th ​from 5PM - 11PM •Oct 26th from 12PM […]

    $45

  • Boo at the Milwaukee Co Zoo

    2025 Events at the Milwaukee County Zoo
    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    New for 2025 – Two Weekends! Oct. 17-19 and Oct. 24-26 It’s Halloween time at the Zoo! Join us for Boo at the Zoo, now featuring TWO weekends: Oct. 17-19 AND Oct. 24-26. Enjoy not-so-scary family-friendly activities including a Trick-or-Treat Trail, live pumpkin-carving demonstrations, dazzling light shows and…ANIMALS! All ghosts and goblins (and their parents) […]

    $15 – $17

  • Night Pumpkin Train Rides at Milwaukee Light Engineering Society

    Night Pumpkin Train Rides at Milwaukee Light Engineering Society
    Milwaukee Light Engineering Society 2620 Country Aire Dr, Cedarburg, WI, United States

    Come and join us for a ride in the dark! Experience the railroad decorated for Halloween at our 19th Annual Pumpkin Train event. Family friendly ... nothing scary! Bring the family and come enjoy our hobby with us. Limited concessions and restrooms are also available.   $10 per person over age 18$5 per person age […]

    $10

  • Halloween Hullaballo at Tri-County YMCA Menomonee Falls

    Tri County YMCA N84W17501 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Join us for our annual Halloween celebration with fun activities including arts and crafts, games, face painting, photo booth, trick-or-treat stations, and more!  Everybody is encouraged to dress up in costume as we parade around the Y playing tricks and gathering treats. This event is $7 for non-members, free for members. Click here to register […]

    $7

  • Great Pumpkin Festival in Whitefish Bay

    Great Pumpkin Festival in Whitefish Bay
    Old School House Park 5240 N. Marlborough Drive, Whitefish Bay, WI, United States

    Join friends and family at Old School House Park for this festive fall tradition! Check out the jack-o’-lantern display; enjoy beer, hot cider, and delicious food from local vendors; and listen to live music each night from 6-9 pm. Event hosted by the Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation. Pumpkin pick-up will begin on Saturday, October 18 […]

    Free

  • The Hollows at Phantom Lake YMCA (Mukwonago)

    The Hollows at Phantom Lake YMCA
    Phantom Lake YMCA Camp S110W30240 YMCA Camp Road, Mukwonago, United States

    Journey through magical fairy lands, Viking ships, mermaids, witches, and wizards inhabiting the wooded trails and glistening shores of Phantom Lake YMCA camp. The Hollows is an awe-inspiring, one-of-a-kind experience of 3,000 hand-carved jack-o-lanterns that will pique your imagination and create magic. A portion of proceeds from the event provide financial support for our inclusion […]

    $12 – $20

  • Halloween Horror Pop Up Makeup Class at Mosaic Studios

    Mosaic Creative Studios 2025
    Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

    Monster Makeup Creation ~ Create Your Own Look! Learn how to build and apply Horror Stage Makeup like the pros, work with cream and powder based makeup products & create a look of your very own! October 24th 6:30- 8:30pm Ages 9-15 $35 To Join Email Sam@mosaiccreativestudios.com   Please note: Dates and times are subject […]

    $35

  • October Fright Nights at The Milky Way Drive-In (Franklin)

    2025 Family Movies
    Milky Way Drive-In Movie Theater 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Franklin, WI, United States

    October Fright Nights (Milky Way Drive-In) October 3-November 2, 2025 The Milky Way Drive-in is showing Halloween movies every weekend in October at 6:30 p.m. Beforehand, you can walk through a Not-So-Scary Halloween Party every Sunday from 2:30-4:45 (more info above). A family bundle for both attractions is $45, and that gets admission for everyone […]

    $45

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