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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ART IN NATURE A Six-Week Art Program Series — Come for one session or all! Nature has some unique art to show us—colors, patterns, and textures everywhere! Let’s explore Retzer […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 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.
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 […]
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 […]
All Ages. Kids have the option to sit and watch the movie or move around an enjoy other activities. In this environment, play is expected and quiet isn’t! Please note: […]
Tuesdays from 5:00pm - 7:00pm Tuesday nights are Family Night at the Landing! Come enjoy family-friendly entertainment and activities and family fun for all ages. Please note: Dates and times […]
Parents that have children with special/support needs, your community starts with us at our dinner provided and parent resources. Parent Cafés are the perfect way to meet other parents face […]
Riverwalk Commons Concert Series The free Riverwalk Commons Concert Series is back! On nine select Tuesdays this summer, and one special Friday evening, the Milwaukee Public Market presents the free […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
See everything that’s happening today at The Pettit Ice Center via our event calendar. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
GreendaleEvents from July 2–6 include a 5K, parade, bike parade, live music, and fireworks. Festivities centered in historic downtown. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
Parade at 9 a.m. down North Avenue. Don’t miss the Patriotic Pup Parade at noon or the drone show on July 2 at 9:15 p.m. at Hart Park. Please note: […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Independence Day Activities SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday July 3, 2025, 11:00 am Bike Decorating Library East Parking Lot Join the Brookfield Public Library on July 3rd in the Library’s East […]
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 […]
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. […]
Art Cart Thursday, July 3, 1-2 pm Bay View Library - 2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee WI Raid the art cart at Bay View and create a masterpiece! Each month […]
Free Drop-In for Art at RAM’s Wustum Museum Kids ages four and up—accompanied by an adult—can drop in for some free art fun at RAM’s Wustum Museum, 2519 Northwestern Avenue. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Carnival runs July 3–5 at Malone Park. Parades and fireworks on July 4; drone show July 5. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
GreendaleEvents from July 2–6 include a 5K, parade, bike parade, live music, and fireworks. Festivities centered in historic downtown. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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 […]
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 […]
Four-day celebration (July 3–6) at Lions Legend Park with a carnival, concerts, food, and fireworks on July 4 at 9:30 p.m. Franklin's 2025 Independence Celebration - July 3-6, 2025 Don't […]
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 […]
Muskego Water Bugs Present July 3rd Celebration at Idle Isle Park Free Ski Show at 6:30 / Entertainment & Concessions / Fireworks at Dusk Visit Us Online for More Info! […]
WaukeshaJuly 3 beer garden and music at Lowell Park. July 4 parade at 11 a.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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