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 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 […]
Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]
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 […]
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.
Join us for the last Kids' Art day of the summer on August 6th! Design, sketch, and paint your own tile, inspired by Zellige, a traditional Moroccan art form. Zellige […]
Stop by Sprecher Brewery, 701 W. Glendale Avenue in Glendale from 11 am to 2 pm on Wednesday, August 6 and receive a free bottle of root beer while supplies last. The […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bronzeville Trolley Rides Wednesday, August 6 | 2:00 PM & 3:30 PM📍 Pick-up at ThriveOn King Drive, 2153 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive All aboard! These charming trolley tours are […]
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 […]
Have your volunteered with us before? Come hangout for our summer Gathering in Gratitude at Washington Park! We will gather in community as current, future, and past volunteers, and beat […]
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! […]
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 […]
After school is out for the summer, it’s a tradition to celebrate with the Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation’s Ice Cream Social. Enjoy a sweet treat and music by the Village […]
National Night Out promotes neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships in our fight for a safer nation. Join us for this FREE family event featuring: • Community Booths• Food• […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
End of Summer Party August 7 2025 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm Celebrate the end of summer and the close of Camp Greenfield with frozen treats, games, and tie-dye! Please bring […]
McKinley Beach: July 24, August 7, August 21 from 4pm-9:30pm ARTBLAZE IS BACK! The all-ages programming includes live music and entertainment, food, vendors, interactive art activities, waterside s’mores, and the […]
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 […]
JUNE 12 | MOANA 2 JULY 23 | COCO AUGUST 7 | ENCANTO SEPTEMBER 4 | WICKED From 6:00pm - 8:00pm Join us in The Beer Garden on select Summer […]
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 […]
As a vibrant suburb of Milwaukee, the Village of Greendale hosts a wide variety of fun for all ages for all seasons! August 7th, 8th, 9th 10th 2025 Live bands […]
The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown Street Oconomowoc WI August 7 - 10, 2025 Thur. & Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 ANNUAL SUMMER CAMP PRODUCTION! Based on the […]
Calling all truck enthusiasts! Tour different trucks and vehicles used by community workers in Menomonee Falls. This event will be held outside in the loop around the Library parking lot […]
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 […]
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 […]
Free Concert Series in Ivanhoe Plaza Select Fridays through October Ivanhoe Plaza Live music at Ivanhoe Plaza! We’re thrilled to partner with The Argo and FM 102/1 to bring you […]
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 […]
The annual family-friendly CAT VIDEO FEST is a compilation reel of cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and, of course, classic internet […]
Ages 0 - 5. Betty Suárez of Bilingual Story Time MKE creates a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable, supported, and proud to speak or learn Spanish, English, Spanglish, or any other […]
Join us every Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM at the scenic Richfield Nature and Historical Park for the Richfield Farmers Market! We're dog and kid-friendly, making it a […]
Join the 81st birthday celebration for Smokey Bear and his timeless message of wildfire prevention. Enjoy free birthday cake (while supplies last), crafts, stories, campfire safety demonstration and plenty of […]
Bristol Renaissance Faire Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love: Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day! […]
The Children’s Entrepreneur Market is an award-winning program that teaches young people about the power of entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership through experiential learning. Parents and kids everywhere agree that learning […]
Falls Kids Festival, presented by Menomonee Falls Ascension Wisconsin Hospital, is a magical day of FREE activities, games, and performances for families of all ages to enjoy together. This day […]
Summer Park Jam Weekend 2025 More than an event—it’s a one of kind intergenerational platform for Milwaukee connections, pride, and impact! TRUE Skool is excited for our Annual Summer Park […]
Welcome! We're so glad you're curious about Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) in Milwaukee. Every summer, Optimist Theatre brings free, professional productions of Shakespeare's plays to Milwaukee's parks and other […]
Gazebo Series Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI The Gazebo Performance Series is hosted weekly during the Summer months in downtown Greendale. Each Saturday at 7:00 pm, the GEA […]
Our end of summer/back to school Gather & Grow Market is a joyful celebration of community and the jam-packed, end of summer. we’re bringing together some of our favorite local businesses […]
Introducing children to literature and storytelling at an early age enhances vital skills in language acquisition, comprehension and critical thinking. That's why we are excited to partner with the Milwaukee […]
Sopra Mare (School of Rock) Sundays in August from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm August 3 - School of Rock Youth Band (Rock) August 10 – VLNTYN (Indie Rock) August […]
Come and join us for a ride or two (or as many as you would like!) around our railroad park. Bring along the whole family! Note: Tickets (wristbands) are […]
The Jewish Food Festival, an annual celebration of Jewish culture, cuisine, and community! Held in Mequon, WI, this year we're anticipating a grand turnout of 7500+ enthusiastic attendees. The Jewish […]
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