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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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 […]
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 […]
Connect with health professionals and child safety experts at a lively, hands-on event created especially for expectant parents and families with young children. Enjoy the opportunity to ask questions, gain practical safety tips, and take part in interactive demonstrations focused on keeping infants and toddlers safe at home, on the go, and during everyday routines. […]
10/25/2025 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location Havenwoods State Forest: 6141 N Hopkins St Milwaukee WI Havenwoods State Forest is Wisconsin's only urban state forest. The forest was created to provide an urban green space and an environmental education center and features 237 acres of grasslands, woods and wetlands in the city of Milwaukee. Admission is […]
It's the last market of the season and we are celebrating! Bring the family down for free pumpkins, face painting, hot dogs, apple cider, games and more! As always, we have farm fresh produce, artisan breads, bakery, hot and ready foods and more when all the vendors of the season are invited for one […]
Fall Festival is our harvest tradition in Drexel Town Square! It’s an outdoor event that’s our way to celebrate everything autumn. This family-friendly event will feature fall fun for everyone! Don't miss the last day of the 2025 Oak Creek Farmers Market, happening in conjunction with the Fall Festival! Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 Location: Drexel […]
We are excited for you to be a part of the Trail of Treats at Breuer Park in Slinger, a spooktacular Halloween event that promises to be a "frightfully" fun time for families and children! This family-friendly adventure will take place on Saturday, October 25th, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM along the paved […]
Join us for Wonderland Bookshop's 1st Birthday Party! We will have special deals, activities, and raffles all day. Plus, get 20% off all books during our birthday celebration! Check the event website to stay tuned for further details about our birthday party activities, surprise guests, and more. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are […]
Fall Family Fun Day is coming to Foxtown Station on Saturday, October 25th, from 11 AM to 4 PM! Enjoy seasonal activities, live music, tasty food and drinks, family friendly fun, & plenty more to celebrate the season! Date: Saturday, October 25th Time: 11 AM - 4 PM Location: Foxtown Station Mequon Please […]
Dress up in your Halloween costume and Trick or Treat the Streich Family Wetland trail system! MNP staff and volunteers will be handing out yummy candy. This is a FREE event! This is a graveled trial system. Leashed dogs are welcome to attend. Please start at Marty's Playspace and follow the marked path! Parking may […]
Start your trick or treating early with a stroll through historic downtown Port Washington! Stop in at businesses with the event flyer in their window for a sweet treat. The event runs 12-3 pm, before the official City of Port trick or treating, beginning at 4 pm. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us at Old Falls Village Park in Menomonee Falls for its first scary Halloween event for ages 8 and older on the evenings of October 24-25th, 2025. Walk among the horrors at Old Falls Village Park at night during the Little Park of Horrors Halloween event. Children are recommended to be 8 years old […]
Candlelight Concerts in Milwaukee 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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Get ready for a spook-tacular Kids Halloween Paint Party filled with colorful creations and boo-tiful masterpieces! 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.
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) […]
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 […]
We're kicking off the week with hands on activities with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can expanded upon at home. Parents and kids will each pickup new ways to create fun ways to play together. With our open-ended activities, these programs are […]
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.
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 […]
Join us for a special series of parenting classes in collaboration with the amazing therapists from Tosa Pediatrics! Each month, we’ll explore a different topic to support you through the ups and downs of parenting—from toddler tantrums to anxiety. This monthly workshop series is designed to give parents evidence-based tools, expert insight, and a whole […]
Join us for Tiny Tasters: A Fall Cooking Series! Our hands-on culinary adventure for little chefs aged 2-6! In partnership with Toddlers Love to Cook, this three-part series at Little Sprouts Cafe + Play will celebrate the flavors and fun of the autumn season. From decorating Apple "Donut" Disguises to creating festive Spooky Swirls and […]
Café Con Arte: Day of the Dead Ofrendas at Latino Arts DAY OF THE DEAD OFRENDAS Date: Wednesday, October 29th Time: 8:30 a.m. - English & 9:30 a.m. - Spanish Tour Latino Arts Center's Day of the Dead Ofrendas exhibit while enjoying coffee and fresh churros! Partnering with local schools, artists, community groups and the […]
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! […]
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 […]
Join us for an informative and supportive community conversation designed to help families, educators, and caregivers better understand and navigate the autism journey. This panel will bring together experts from early intervention, education, therapy, and clinical practice to answer common questions and provide resources. Whether you’re a parent, professional, or community member, this discussion will […]
Come unwind under the dome of the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium and meditate for your mental health! View an awe-inspiring planetarium show featuring a stunning sunset as you travel from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole. Then, relax under the dome’s star-filled sky with glimpses of the Northern Lights. Following the show, take a quiet 45-minute […]
Join Milwaukee’s Festival City Symphony for a thrilling Halloween concert—free for all! Come in costume, get cozy, and enjoy a hauntingly fun evening of magical and monstrous music. Whether you’re a first-time listener or a concert veteran, there’s something to enchant everyone. The orchestra will cast a spell with spine-tingling favorites and cinematic classics, including […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Join us for Nightmare on Elm Street presented by Schramka Funeral Home: trick-or-treat, food trucks, entertainment and family fun. FREE admission! Trick-or-treat your way through the Village, then head to our party in the park. 4-6 pm: Business Trick or Treat throughout the Village4-7 pm: Party […]
The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Join us for Nightmare on Elm Street presented by Schramka Funeral Home: trick-or-treat, food trucks, entertainment and family fun. FREE admission! Trick-or-treat your way through the Village, then head to our party in the park. 4-6 pm: Business Trick or Treat throughout the Village4-7 pm: Party […]
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 […]
A Boo-tiful Day of Play & Projects! Unleash Your Inner Monster and Your Creative Spirit! Get ready for a spooktacular, self-guided Halloween bash filled with crafts, costumes, and creative fun for the whole family! Whether you come to create a masterpiece or show off your terrifying threads, this event is your one-stop shop for […]
Looking for something fun + kid-friendly to do on actual Halloween day that isn’t too late? This one’s perfectly tailored for you and your little boo! This event is ideal for infants–6 years old. We’ll start with mom and me yoga (led by Babbling Babes Ambassador, Sara!) and then trick or treat our way […]
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 […]
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. […]
The Cedarburg Chamber's Pumpkin Walk is a fun, community-wide event that celebrates all things Halloween! Bring your carved pumpkins to light up the street. Wear your costumes and creep down Washington Avenue to view the glowing pumpkins! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
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 […]
It's time for the SWEETEST tradition of the year: trick-or-treating! Grab your costumes and bucket, and have a fun and safe time. Remember to turn your porch lights on if you're handing out treats. Happy Halloween!
Our next Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration will take place on Friday, October 31, 2025! October 31 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Admission includes: Entrance into The Domes and Greenhouse Dance Performances Music Crafts Local Food and Drink for Purchase Bilingual Storytimes Light Shows Traditional Day of the Dead Ofrendas […]
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 […]
Friday, October 31 · 7 - 9:30pm Latino Arts, Inc. 1028 South 9th Street Milwaukee, WI Celebrate the richness of Mexican culture through traditional dance, music, and storytelling in A Journey Through Mexico from North to South. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
This Halloween, the Sanderson Sisters are back, and Disney’s Hocus Pocus will cast its spell on you like never before! Accidentally brought back to life in Salem on Halloween night, three witches attempt to steal the life essence from the town’s children so they can have eternal life. Dust off your broom — or vacuum! […]
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