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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  • Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo

    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    $17 – $22
  • Milwaukee Public Museum 2025 Events

    Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum

    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric programming. Examine real fossils, think like a paleontologist, and test your di-knowledge through hands-on activities and special events. Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 […]

    $15 – $25
  • Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters

    Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 - […]

    $3 – $5
  • Summer Reading at MKE Area Playgrounds (Multiple Sites: See Details)

    Green Bay Playground 3818 N. 8th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 more

    Wednesday, July 9 & 16 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield - 3818 N 8th St Milwaukee WI Whittier Playground - 4382 S 3rd St Milwaukee WI Burnham Playfield - 1755 S 32nd St Milwaukee WI Wednesday, July 9 & 16 from 2-3 pm Stark Playfield - 4951 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Join […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    HeartBeats of the City at Red Arrow Park

    Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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. […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Riverside Rhythms at Riverfront Plaza Waukesha

    Riverfront Plaza 29 Riverfront St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Drop-In Art with Vibez at Good Hope Library

    Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch 7715 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Drop-In Art with Vibez Wednesday, July 9 from 1-2 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Unleash your creativity with Vibez Creative Arts. Draw your own manga and anime to take home. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]

    Free
  • Kid’s Story Hour – Summer Series

    Kid’s Story Hour: Summer Series at Epilogue Books Menomonee Falls

    Epilogue Books n88w16739 Main St, Menomonee Falls, United States

    Join us at Epilogue Books in Downtown Menomonee Falls on the second Wednesday of month for a special afternoon with a local Children's author.  Each session will feature a live reading, time for Q&A and plenty of fun for young readers (and the grown-ups who love them). 6/11: Joyce Uglow and Stuck! The story of […]

    Free
  • You Build It! At Central Downtown Library

    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
  • Summer Reading at MKE Area Playgrounds (Multiple Sites: See Details)

    Green Bay Playground 3818 N. 8th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 more

    Wednesday, July 9 & 16 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield - 3818 N 8th St Milwaukee WI Whittier Playground - 4382 S 3rd St Milwaukee WI Burnham Playfield - 1755 S 32nd St Milwaukee WI Wednesday, July 9 & 16 from 2-3 pm Stark Playfield - 4951 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Join […]

    Free
  • Read Together Book Club at Center Street Library

    Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Read Together Book Club Wednesday, July 9 from 3:30-4 pm Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee, WI Each week we will read a book, chapter, or short story together, taking turns with the reading, and talking about what we thought afterwards. This is a great opportunity for kids to build […]

    Free
  • Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us this summer in the Children's Area for fun hands-on activities!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

    Free
  • Chalk the Walk at East Library

    Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Chalk the Walk Wednesday, July 9 from 3:30-5 pm East Library - 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Join in this community art project where we will work to make the sidewalk beautiful. All are welcome to come chalk the walk in front of the library for the neighborhood to see.  Please note: Dates and […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Movies 2025

    Oak Creek’s Fare in the Square and Outdoor Movie Night

    Drexel Town Square, Oak Creek WI 500 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United States

    Wednesday, July 9: Wonka Wednesday, August 13: Oak Creek's Choice Join us for a perfect night under the stars with great food and entertainment! Oak Creek’s Fare in the Square offers something for everyone: delicious eats from Milwaukee’s best food trucks and a family-friendly movie on the big screen. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and […]

    Free
  • BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks Free Movies Series

    The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

    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 […]

    Free
  • Next Step Dance Studio 2025

    Dance Party at Next Step Dance Studio Franklin

    Next Step Dance Studio 3501 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, United States

    Mufasa Party - Wednesday, July 9th @ 5:30-6:30 pm for Ages 3-5 Barbie Party - Wednesday, July 16th @ 5:30-7:00 pm for Ages 6-9 Snow White Party - Wednesday, July 23rd @ 5:30-6:30 pm for Ages 3-5 Shrek Party - Wednesday, July 30th @ 5:30-7:00 pm for Ages 6-9 Lilo & Stitch Party - Wednesday, […]

    $25
  • Becoming a Better Birder: Flight At UEC Washington Park

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

    (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 […]

    $20 – $25
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Washington Park Wednesdays MKE

    Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Washington Park Bandshell 43rd Street Between Vliet & Lloyd Street  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 […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Tosa Tonight at the Rotary Park Pavilion

    Rotary Park Pavilion 1190 N 70th St, Wauwatosa, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Waterfront Wednesdays at Lakefront Park Pewaukee

    Lakefront Park - Pewaukee 222 W Wisconsin Ave, Pewaukee, WI, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Jazz at Cutler Park Waukesha – Command Performance Big Band

    Les Paul Performance Center 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Wonderful Wednesdays at Lake Park Milwaukee

    Lake Park 2975 N Lake Park Rd, MILWAUKEE, WI

    Wonderful Wednesdays 📍 Lake Park (2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee WI)📅 Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13⏰ 6:30 – 7:30 pm🎟️ FREE & open to the public👉 Lake Park Friends Facebook for updates Gather your family for a fun summer tradition! Wonderful Wednesdays is a free concert series for kids and families held at the Lake Park Summer Stage, just south of the playground and tennis courts. ✨ New for 2025: Musa Ice Cream Truck will be on-site selling sweet treats. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food, and drinks. 2025 Lineup: July 9 – Fox and Branch: Energetic, family-friendly folk with a timeless twist. July 16 – Main Street Song & Dance Troupe: Talented teens perform “The Love Spectrum,” a musical about all types of love. July 23 – Yid Vicious: A high-energy klezmer band bringing traditional Yiddish folk music to life. July 30 – Little Miss Ann: Chicago-based children’s musician who gets kids moving with interactive tunes. August 6 – Duke Otherwise: Hilarious, imaginative songs with tap dancing and playful storytelling. August 13 – Susan Salidor: Beloved children’s performer known for her thoughtful, heart-filled songs. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

    Free
  • City of Glendale’s Free Summer Concert Series

    Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community Park

    Soak up the sounds of summer at Live at the Oasis, the City of Glendale’s free outdoor concert series!   Held at Glendale’s beautiful Richard E. Maslowski Community Park, this lively event brings the community together for music, food, and fun under the sun Enjoy performances by top local bands across a variety of genres, […]

    Free
  • 2025 Family Movies

    Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the Times Cinema MKE

    Times Cinema 5906 W. VLIET ST, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.

    $8 – $12
  • GiGiFIT: Fitness for Children at St. Francis Children’s Center

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

    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 […]

    Free
  • Slick City 2025 Events

    Sensory Hours at Slick City Wauwatosa

    Slick City 1435 N 113th St, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    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.

    $25
  • 2025 Farmers Markets

    Fondy Farmers Market

    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
  • Summer Fun at the Family Fun Park

    Summer Fun at the Family Fun Park at Apple Holler

    Apple Holler 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $7
  • 2025 Milwaukee Domes Events

    Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $6 – $8
  • 2025 Events at the Milwaukee County Zoo

    Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo

    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    $17 – $22
  • Stay & Play @ the St. Francis Library

    Stay and Play at the St Francis Library

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

    0 - 18 months (siblings welcome). Grab your little one and join us for a special baby get together. We’ll share rhymes and songs, with time for play and socialization. No registration required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

    Free
  • Baby Cafe Summer Edition at Chabad of the East Side Milwaukee

    3030 E Kenwood Boulevard Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211 3030 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for Baby Cafe ~ Summer Edition! Make your summer mornings extra special with this cozy, interactive meet-up for parents and their little ones (ages 0-3). Enjoy a warm and welcoming Jewish environment where you can relax, connect with other parents, and give your child the chance to explore, play, and grow through music, […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Public Museum 2025 Events

    Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum

    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric programming. Examine real fossils, think like a paleontologist, and test your di-knowledge through hands-on activities and special events. Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 […]

    $15 – $25
  • Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters

    Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 - […]

    $3 – $5
  • 2025 Farmers Markets

    West Allis Farmers Market

    West Allis Farmers Market 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • You Build It! At Bay View Library

    Milwaukee Public Library Bay View Branch 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    You Build It! Thursday, July 10 from 1-2 pm Bay View Library - 2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

    Free
  • Oak Creek Library 2025

    Family Fun at the Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11, Siblings Welcome)

    Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 more

    Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us this summer in the Children's Area for fun hands-on activities!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

    Free
  • 2025 Farmers Markets

    South Milwaukee Downtown Market

    Bucyrus Commons 1028 Madison Ave, South Milwaukee, United States

    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

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Jazz in Cathedral Square Park Downtown MKE

    Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Thursday Bike Nights at the Harley-Davidson Museum

    Harley-Davidson Museum 400 W Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Menomonee Falls Sunset Concert Series

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

    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 […]

    Free
  • Bedtime Stories at Wonderland Bookshop Shorewood

    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    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 […]

    Free
  • Open Gym with The Ability Center at Jewish Community Center Whitefish Bay

    Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay

    All programs are FREE, open to the public, and inclusive for all abilities. Open Gym (Open to the Public) Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd Whitefish Bay WI   Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

    Free
  • Lakeshore Chinooks Baseball Game

    Kapco Park 12800 N Lake Shore Dr, Mequon, WI 53097, USA

    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 […]

    $14 – $18
  • 2025 Events at Arts At Large

    All Ages Jam House at Arts @ Large

    Arts At Large 1100 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Jam House July 10 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm & August 7 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for Jam House with host Jeanne Marie Farinelli. A talented saxophonist and Milwaukee educator, she regularly performs with local jazz groups. Her music blends modern influences with traditional jazz, creating a soulful and unique […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Music 2025

    Concerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free

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