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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The Lion King KIDS Thu Oct 2 2025 at 6:30 pm / Fri Oct 3 2025 at 6:30 pm / Sat Oct 4 2025 at 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm / Sun Oct 5 2025 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm Celebrate the Circle of Life in this timeless story of courage, friendship, and destiny. […]
It’s International Observe the Moon Night! Gaze at the Moon through our telescopes and cozy up by a bonfire outside of the Physics building. Inside, enjoy a planetarium show at […]
It’s International Observe the Moon Night! Weather permitting, gaze at the Moon through our telescopes and cozy up by a bonfire outside of the Physics building for free. Inside, enjoy […]
September 30 - October 5 A new musical comedy about the things we do to stay together. Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Milwaukee in this internationally acclaimed hit […]
Director: Ivan Reitman Cast: Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis Genre: Comedy, Action, Fantasy Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Scarecrow Lane 📅 Now through October 31 | ⏰ Sunrise – 10:00 PM Say hello to the unique scarecrows along the Blue Trail at Retzer Nature Center! Scarecrow Lane is […]
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 […]
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 […]
Come join us at the farm for our Harvest Fest! We will have Altered Spirits Distillery supplying adult beverages and Moon Dude Coffee supplying other beverages! We also will have a face-painter, painted pumpkins, metal artwork. Additionally, we will have live music as well as pumpkins, wagon rides and other fall activities are available at […]
Just Kiln' Time Pottery turns 14! We’re celebrating BIG and you're invited to the party of the season! Here’s what’s happening: $14 Birthday Deals select pottery pieces for just $14! Try the Potter’s Wheel, watch live demos, and even get a sample spin yourself! Face Painting Fun, perfect for the kids! FREE snacks & […]
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 […]
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 […]
Coming up on Sunday October 5th from 11A to 3P: our Fourth Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy at Vretenar Park in the beautiful city of St. Francis. It’s a delicious, […]
Join us on October 5, 2025, from 11 AM – 4 PM for the Annual Pet Parade! Get ready for a paws-itively fun day as pets of all kinds take to the streets for a beloved annual parade and celebration! Enjoy sidewalk sales, giveaways, vendor booths, live entertainment, and fun photo ops throughout the day. […]
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞-𝐌𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦 – 𝟓𝐩𝐦. 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐧 […]
Milwaukee Oktoberfest takes place October 3–5, 2025 at Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds). Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – […]
HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of […]
OctoPURRfest is Back — with a New Twist! Join Almost Home Cat Rescue MKE for our annual OctoPURRfest — a fun-filled fundraiser featuring: A silent auction 50/50 raffle Gift card tree And so much more! This year, we're bringing the PURRty to the lanes — with BOWLING! Your $25 ticket includes: 3 games of bowling […]
🍎A celebration of fall & apple fun for all! Cider Sunday is the Friends of Wehr Nature Center's largest fundraiser and supports the center's vision to be a regional leader […]
Mirror, mirror on the wall, it’s time to welcome “Snow White” one and all to the Racine Children's Theatre Friday, October 3 - Sunday, October 5, 2025. In this quirky […]
The Lion King KIDS Thu Oct 2 2025 at 6:30 pm / Fri Oct 3 2025 at 6:30 pm / Sat Oct 4 2025 at 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm […]
September 30 - October 5 A new musical comedy about the things we do to stay together. Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Milwaukee in this internationally acclaimed hit […]
🎃🐾 Barktoberfest at Oktoberfest 🐾🎃 A fundraiser to support Ma Paws & Me Pet Rescue 📅 Date: Sunday, October 5th ⏰ Time: 1 PM – 5 PM 📍 Location: Matty's Big Backyard – 14460 College Ave, New Berlin 🍂 Fall Festivities Include: 🐶 Meet & Greet with Adoptable Foster Dogs 🎯 […]
Mirror, mirror on the wall, it’s time to welcome “Snow White” one and all to the Racine Children's Theatre Friday, October 3 - Sunday, October 5, 2025. In this quirky […]
The Hill Has Eyes – Not So Scary Halloween Party When: Sunday afternoons in October Where: 7005 S Ballpark Dr, Franklin, WI 53132 Details: Guided tour with just a hint of spooky fun. Trick-or-treating […]
The Lion King KIDS Thu Oct 2 2025 at 6:30 pm / Fri Oct 3 2025 at 6:30 pm / Sat Oct 4 2025 at 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm […]
Mirror, mirror on the wall, it’s time to welcome “Snow White” one and all to the Racine Children's Theatre Friday, October 3 - Sunday, October 5, 2025. In this quirky […]
Taylor Swift / The Official Release Party of a Showgirl NR • 1 hr 29 min • Director & Cast: Taylor Swift • Genre: Music Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl in theaters only October 3rd - 5th. See the exclusive world premiere of the music video, “The Fate of Ophelia”, along with behind-the-scenes footage from […]
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. […]
Taylor Swift / The Official Release Party of a Showgirl NR • 1 hr 29 min • Director & Cast: Taylor Swift • Genre: Music Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl in theaters only October 3rd - 5th. See the exclusive world premiere of the music video, “The Fate of Ophelia”, along with behind-the-scenes footage from […]
September 30 - October 5 A new musical comedy about the things we do to stay together. Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Milwaukee in this internationally acclaimed hit […]
Scarecrow Lane 📅 Now through October 31 | ⏰ Sunrise – 10:00 PM Say hello to the unique scarecrows along the Blue Trail at Retzer Nature Center! Scarecrow Lane is […]
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 […]
Science plus preschoolers - does it get better?!? This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, […]
Science plus preschoolers - does it get better?!? This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, […]
HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of […]
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 […]
Scarecrow Lane 📅 Now through October 31 | ⏰ Sunrise – 10:00 PM Say hello to the unique scarecrows along the Blue Trail at Retzer Nature Center! Scarecrow Lane is a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
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 […]
Ofrenda Crafts for Kids Tuesday, October 7, 5-6:30 pm Mitchell Street Library - 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. Milwaukee WI We will make decorations for the library's ofrenda and you […]
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. […]
Whoooo is coming to Tippecanoe? Schlitz-Audubon presents OWLS! Tuesday, October 7, 6-7 pm Tippecanoe Library - 3912 S. Howell Ave. Milwaukee WI Join us as we take an up-front and […]
Scarecrow Lane 📅 Now through October 31 | ⏰ Sunrise – 10:00 PM Say hello to the unique scarecrows along the Blue Trail at Retzer Nature Center! Scarecrow Lane is a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through […]
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 […]
Parenting can be rewarding, challenging, beautiful and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why we’re launching Parent Café, a welcoming and supportive space where parents and caregivers can come together to: ✔️Share ideas and experiences ✔️Build new friendships ✔️Talk about hopes, dreams, and real-life challenges ✔️Connect with others who truly understand Whether you’re looking for a place to […]
Move & Groove Wednesdays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 and under. 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. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Experience the ultimate Family Day at Slick City! Slide into a day of excitement and action with activities for all ages. From thrilling slides to the Junior Jungle play area, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Get (4) 90-minute tickets, (1) large pizza and (1) pitcher of soda for only $85.99 Please […]
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 […]
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. […]
Join us on World Dyslexia Day (October 8, 2025) at Sherman Phoenix for a free community screening of the acclaimed documentary Left Behind. Called “one of the best documentaries of […]
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