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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Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with […]
Ages 1.5 - 3 years. Siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
June 12th, 2025 Kewaskum Public Library 1:00 pm Kewaskum Public Library 1225 Fond Du Lac Ave Kewaskum WIJune 13th, 2025 Frank L Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville 10:30 am Frank L Weyenberg Library 11345 N Cedarburg Rd Mequon WIJune 18th, 2025 Kohler Public Library 12:30 pm Kohler Public Library 240 School St Kohler WIJune 19th, 2025 Germantown Public Library 10:30 am and 1:30 […]
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 - […]
Milwaukee Recreation will be hosting six (6) Foam Bubble Parties at various playground locations on Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24. Foam blasting cannons will create mounds of bubbles in which kids age 6 - 17 can play in while age-appropriate music is played. This is a FREE event. Dates, times, and locations are […]
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 […]
On Tuesday's, we are offering limited and FREE Story Time Social Groups for 15 children and their guardians to attend with an amazing open concept Open Play Area. Story time and Open Play are created for children ages 6 months- 10 years old with a special need or different ability AND children with all abilities […]
Ages 10 - 18. Create your own mini-masterpiece during our drop-in art session. Each work will then be on display in the Library for the month of July. (Pick-up between August 4 - 18.) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Your summer adventures await! Join a community Girl Scout troop today. Girls entering K5-5th 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 […]
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 […]
Chill on the Hill Tuesdays from 6:00-9:00Humboldt Park Bandshell 3000 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Chill on the Hill is the quintessential summer experience in Milwaukee’s eclectic Bay View neighborhood. Head to the bandshell in beautiful Humboldt Park and enjoy local bands from your favorite spot on the hill. It feels like a neighborhood party […]
Social groups are designed to strengthen social interactions and communication skills of children between the ages 0-4 years old. For parents that want socialize their children and a way to connect with other parents for a 4 week series during June. Our Social Groups are led by our Family Activity Center Manager, an experienced Special […]
The kids are out for summer break! Now what? Join us for a unique and exciting event, FLOWER FEST, where you can enter a whimsical, floral world of bright colors and scents, and enjoy the plants of The Domes. Get ready for a morning filled with fun activities inspired by our pollinator friends! Date: Wednesday […]
Join us for some fun in the sun all summer and fall long at Apple Holler’s Family Fun Park! Apple Holler is the perfect place for children to enjoy the great outdoors, offering a blend of fun and educational experiences that engage all the senses. Our Family Fun Park is a treasure trove of rural […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. The patterns and shapes found in these Summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and, like an artist’s color wheel, reveal the nearly limitless palette […]
June 25th - WPS Reptiles 9:30 am and 1 pm $25 special event play session 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.
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with […]
Bilingual Storytime – Last Wednesday Each Month – 10am-10:20am (included with admission) 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.
Ages O - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
June 12th, 2025 Kewaskum Public Library 1:00 pm Kewaskum Public Library 1225 Fond Du Lac Ave Kewaskum WIJune 13th, 2025 Frank L Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville 10:30 am Frank L Weyenberg Library 11345 N Cedarburg Rd Mequon WIJune 18th, 2025 Kohler Public Library 12:30 pm Kohler Public Library 240 School St Kohler WIJune 19th, 2025 Germantown Public Library 10:30 am and 1:30 […]
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 - […]
HeartBeats of the City Lunchtime Concert & Food Truck Series Wednesdays, June 4 - August 27 Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street Milwaukee WI Grab your favorite pair of sunglasses for a lunch break in Red Arrow Park! Featuring nearly a dozen local and national bands, this year's concert lineup has something for everyone. […]
June 25th - WPS Reptiles 9:30 am and 1 pm $25 special event play session 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.
Back by popular demand, get ready for popcorn, blankets, and blockbusters under the stars! BAYSHORE's Family Flicks Free Movies Series returns this summer, Wednesday nights starting June 11th through August 27th! The movie hits The Big Screen in The Yard, the open central community space in the heart of BAYSHORE, at 5:30pm. Bring your lawn chairs […]
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.
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.
All Ages. No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
The Lakeshore Chinooks are a baseball team based in Mequon. They play at Kapco Park on the campus of Concordia University Wisconsin. The Chinooks are a summer collegiate baseball team, meaning they feature college players who are not yet professional. Players on this team are from all over the country; they play predominantly Division I […]
🎗On Tuesday, June 25th at 6:30 PM, Vibez Creative Arts Space hosts a Cancer Awareness Paint & Sip to celebrate, honor, and support those impacted by cancer. 🎨 Each ticket includes a pre-sketched canvas 🥤 One drink included 💛 A supportive and reflective vibe Come paint in solidarity and raise awareness while expressing yourself through art. Please note: […]
Kids From Wisconsin Presents: 2025 Premiere Show of ‘The Heat Is On’ Summer Playlist June 25 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Theatre Building, Mainstage Theatre The 57th Kids from Wisconsin troupe have curated a Summer playlist to accompany the season, bringing together the most iconic and sun-drenched medleys that transport you to lazy beach days, family road trips, backyard barbecues, & late-night […]
THURSDAY, JUNE 26 The Big Idea XII: Art is my Superpower 8:30 am - English 9:30 am - Español LATINO ARTS, INC. 1028 S 9TH ST MILWAUKEE WI LOCATED WITHIN THE UNITED COMMUNITY CENTER Let our Managing Artistic Director, Jacobo Lovo, guide you on a gallery tour and discussion surrounding our current art exhibit! Enjoy […]
GiGiFIT classes focus on foundational movement and mobile activities such as: Gross motor: Walking, Running, Jumping Balance & Coordination: Joint Stability, Posture, Balance Reactions, Movement Control Combine movement learning with language learning Our classes were designed by skilled Physical Therapists who specifically work with individuals with Down Syndrome, and are led by professional trainers. These […]
Join us for some fun in the sun all summer and fall long at Apple Holler’s Family Fun Park! Apple Holler is the perfect place for children to enjoy the great outdoors, offering a blend of fun and educational experiences that engage all the senses. Our Family Fun Park is a treasure trove of rural […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. The patterns and shapes found in these Summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and, like an artist’s color wheel, reveal the nearly limitless palette […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with […]
Boerner Botanical Gardens - FREE Admission!9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI 53130Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Milwaukee County Parks, in partnership with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc. (FBBG) present FREE admission to Boerner on the last Thursday of the month from May - October. Don't forget to explore Margie's Garden while you're […]
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 - […]
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 […]
Summerfest: The Lil Gig & Family Fun June 19–21, June 26–28, and July 3–5, 2025 (operating hours are noon - midnight)Henry Maier Festival Park | MilwaukeeGeneral Admission Required | Kids 2 and under FREE Known as “The World’s Largest Music Festival,” Summerfest isn’t just for grownups — there’s a whole world of fun just for kids and families, especially at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park. What’s Kid-Friendly at Summerfest: The Lil Gig: A dedicated children’s festival within Summerfest, featuring local music and performance acts like magicians, puppeteers, dance troupes, and comedy. Kids Boogie Down Dance Party: A nightly dance party to wrap up the day with music, movement, and fun. Huge Playground & Green Space: Let kids run, climb, and explore in a safe and shaded space right on the lakefront. Elizabeth “Bo” Black Family Fountain: A splash pad near the main entrance — perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. Family Amenities: Includes sensory rooms, nursing stations, clean restrooms, and shaded seating. Skyglider: There’s nothing like your first ride on the sky glider. The gentle ride offers a scenic view of Henry Maier Festival Park, Lake […]
All ages. Children will participate in the telling of a “scaly” story and then spend time being “ophiologists” (snake scientists). 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.
June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7 Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) Different themes for each session! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose […]
June 12th, 2025 Kewaskum Public Library 1:00 pm Kewaskum Public Library 1225 Fond Du Lac Ave Kewaskum WIJune 13th, 2025 Frank L Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville 10:30 am Frank L Weyenberg Library 11345 N Cedarburg Rd Mequon WIJune 18th, 2025 Kohler Public Library 12:30 pm Kohler Public Library 240 School St Kohler WIJune 19th, 2025 Germantown Public Library 10:30 am and 1:30 […]
Welcome to the South Milwaukee Downtown Market Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts, Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family! Thursdays May 29 – October 2, 2025 3 pm to 7 pm Bucyrus Commons 1101 Milwaukee Avenue
Ages 10 - 18. Create your own mini glowing planets. 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.
Hometown Celebration Head over to Nixon Park June 26, 27, and 28 for this year's Hometown Celebration! Events from June 26–29 with carnival, live music, and fireworks on June 27. Parade on June 29. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Jazz in the Park Thursdays from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells St Milwaukee 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.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM BIKE NIGHT CONCERT SERIESMay 1, 2025 – September 25, 2025 All bikes unite every Thursday from 5pm–9pm at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Grab your bike. Join your fellow riders (and non-riders) for free live music from some of Milwaukee’s favorite bands, fun, drool-worthy rolling sculptures and outdoor food and beverage. All wheels welcome. All […]
Come experience Menomonee Falls' premier FREE, family-friendly live music event -- the Falls Sunset Concert Series! Set in the scenic Village Park on the Milwaukee Tool Amphitheater stage, right in downtown Menomonee Falls, this series showcases a mix of local, regional, and national musical acts. Enjoy six concerts on the second and fourth Thursdays of […]
Join us to unwind before bedtime with a relaxing story time! Lead by Waldorf-trained teacher Julie Demet, our summer bedtime stories are the perfect way to end your night. All ages are welcome, and pajamas are encouraged! This series will run through August 28th. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and […]
Concerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens Thursdays at 6:30 pm / June 26 - August 28 9400 Boerner Dr Hales Corners WI Performances occur every Thursday throughout the summer beginning at 6:30 pm and ending at approximately 8:30 pm unless otherwise noted. Admission to The Boerner Botanical Gardens to attend the summer concerts […]
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