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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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.
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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 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 […]
Thursdays through August 28th from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join us for some relaxed, unstructured play time in the garden! Drop in anytime between 9:30 - 11:30 am and you and your young person can explore colors, nature, reading, numbers, patterns, and science, all at your own pace. Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
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 - […]
Join the celebration on Miracle Treat Day, Thursday, July 31! When you visit participating Dairy Queen locations, $1 or more from every Blizzard Treat sold is donated to Children's Wisconsin through Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Celebrate the best day of the year while giving back to your local children's hospital! Enter your zip code on […]
Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of all things Wisconsin, the State Fair is packed with agriculture exhibits, fair food, and entertainment. Families love the Discovery Barnyard, Kohl’s Activity Zone, and the iconic 200-foot yellow slide ($3 per […]
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 […]
All ages. Firetrucks, police cars, a storm chaser, and more! Located in the lot across from the library. 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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
Sunshine, smiles, and summer vibes! Join us for unforgettable fun on our beautiful 34-acre campground. Whether you want to satisfy your sense of adventure or just relax and spend time outside, we will have family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. There will also be delicious food and treats available for purchase. Free and open to […]
Sunshine, smiles, and summer vibes! Join us for unforgettable fun on our beautiful 34-acre campground. Whether you want to satisfy your sense of adventure or just relax and spend time outside, we will have family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. There will also be delicious food and treats available for purchase. Free and open 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 […]
Join us in Menomonee Falls for Family Movie Night! "Previews" start at 6pm with live music, beer + wine garden, food trucks, yard games, and the Optimist Club Popcorn Wagon. The free movie will start at DUSK. 100 Free Youth T-shirts will be given away (look for the T-shirt sign as you enter […]
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 […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, 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.
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 […]
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 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 […]
Saturdays, May 3rd to August 30th Departing East Troy Depot 10 am, 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm Departing Elegant Farmer -- Guests may board at The Elegant Farmer* 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm (last round trip), 3 pm, 4 pm * Guests boarding at the Elegant Farmer must pick up […]
Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of all things Wisconsin, the State Fair is packed with agriculture exhibits, fair food, and entertainment. Families love the Discovery Barnyard, Kohl’s Activity Zone, and the iconic 200-foot yellow slide ($3 per […]
Public Ice Skating AT EBLE PARK ICE ARENA Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena! Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply enjoying time on the ice. Our Public Skate Sessions are open to all ages and skating abilities. Please note: Dates […]
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply enjoying time on the ice. Public Skate Sessions are open to all ages and skating abilities. We do not have skate aids or double runner […]
Free Family Hands-On Art Activities at RAM Join Education staff at Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, for a family-oriented art project. Friday, July 11, 4:00 – 7:00 pm Friday, August 1, 4:00 – 7:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
FRIENDS OF RETZER NATURE CENTER BEER GARDEN Enjoy a fun evening out! Grab some food, drinks, and try the 50/50 raffle, with all proceeds benefiting the Friends of Retzer Nature Center in support of Retzer Nature Center programs and initiatives. The event will feature beer from North Pillar Brewing Co, live music from the J Ryan Trio, […]
The Sixth Annual BAYSHORE Sounds of Summer music series lineup returns select Fridays starting Friday, June 13th through Friday, August 15th, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. in The Yard. See you in The Yard with your dancing shoes and a cold beverage from Mallards! Featuring: 6/13: Country Sensation - Wire & Nail 6/27: Local Legends - 5 Card Studs 7/18: […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, 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.
Starry Night Series Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 19805 W Capitol Dr Brookfield WI Fridays at 6:30pm in July & August Concert Series begin on Friday, June 27 at 6:30pm Gather your family and friends, pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find your perfect spot in the Wilson Center's beautiful Gerlach/Haack […]
Waukesha Friday Night Live Fridays, June – August Downtown Waukesha W Main St Waukesha WI Premier outdoor music event, held every summer Friday from June through August, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Milwaukee Milkmen Games 7035 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132 May 23-26, 2025 Admission: $11-$51 The Milwaukee Milkmen are a pro baseball team in Franklin, and they’re playing the Sioux Falls Canaries in a 4-game series this weekend. You can park for free at Franklin Field and get affordable tickets online or in person. Hang […]
Milwaukee will join an international movement on August 1 with a pop-up dance party designed by women, for women. Revel + Release is a dance party series presented by Interwovxn with a new twist on self-care. Building on the success of our first mother's day dance party in May, this party will return for the […]
Travel to the most famous moons in the solar system, from fiery Io to icy Europa where there is evidence of the key to life: liquid water. Delve into the rich and captivating Greek myths associated with these moons. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky followed by the opportunity […]
The Little Mermaid Junior! In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome […]
MOTH & BAT NIGHT Stick around after the Friends of Retzer Nature Center Beer Garden for a magical night of moths and bats! Moth species are more numerous than butterfly species and come in many incredible shapes and colors. We’ll have special illuminated equipment close to the building which will safely bring in winged Lepidoptera (moths and […]
Gather your friends, family, teammates, and public ice skate under Eble Park Ice Arena's new "glowing" lights. All ages and skating abilities are welcome. Public skating rules apply during these sessions. The cost is $12.00 per skater with FREE skate rental (if needed). All skaters must purchase their admission ticket online prior to arriving. To […]
Greendale Movies In The Park hosted by Gift of Wings Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI June 7: Inside Out 2 July 11: Moana 2 Aug. 1: The Garfield Movie 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.
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