🎶 Rainbow Summer 2025 – Free Live Music & Family Fun
🎶 Rainbow Summer 2025 – Free Live Music & Family Fun 📍 Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds📅 July 14–20, 2025💰 FREE Admission🌐 More Info Join the Marcus Performing Arts […]
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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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Marcus Center For The Performing Arts 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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Art in Nature at Retzer Nature Center
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesART 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 […]
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Summer Fun at the Family Fun Park at Apple Holler
Apple Holler 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSummer 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. […]
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Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesDig 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 […]
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Toddler Storytime at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAges 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.
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Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Milwaukee Milkmen Home Games at Franklin Field
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United StatesMilwaukee 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 […]
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West Allis Farmers Market
West Allis Farmers Market 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, United StatesShop 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 […]
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Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 moreSummer 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 […]
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Faux Stained Glass at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAges 10 - 18. Registration Required. Learn how to make faux stained glass pictures. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
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Art Cart at Mitchell Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesArt Cart Tuesday, July 15 from 4-5 pm Mitchell Street Library - 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI Raid the art cart this summer at the library and create […]
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Books & Buddies: Kids Fair in the Deer District
The Beer Garden in The Deer District 1133 N Old World 3rd St, Milwaukee, United StatesBooks & Buddies: Kids Fair Jul 15 / Tuesday from 4:30pm - 9:00pm at The Beer Garden 1133 N Old World 3rd St Milwaukee WI A family-friendly event to bask […]
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MKE Books & Buddies Kid’s Book Fair at Deer District Beer Garden
The Beer Garden in The Deer District 1133 N Old World 3rd St, Milwaukee, United StatesJoin us in the Deer District's beer garden for a summer spin on your favorite book fair! Shop for books, meet authors, and enjoy bookish gifts & activities in the […]
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Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
The Landing at Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesTuesdays 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 […]
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Riverwalk Commons Concert Series
Riverwalk Commons 423 North Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRiverwalk 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 […]
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Skyline Music Series at Kadish Park MKE
Kadish Park 308 E Lloyd St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSkyline Music Series Kadish Park (750 E North Ave Milwaukee WI) Tuesday nights in July & August Riverwest’s popular free concert series is presented by COA Youth and Family Centers, […]
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Open Gym with The Ability Center at Longfellow Middle School Wauwatosa
Longfellow Middle School 7600 W North Ave., Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesAll 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 […]
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Chill on the Hill at the Humboldt Park Bandshell Bay View
Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesChill 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. […]
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Summer Fun at the Family Fun Park at Apple Holler
Apple Holler 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSummer 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. […]
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Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesDig 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 […]
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Move and Groove at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAges 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.
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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 StatesDINO 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 […]
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Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Summer Reading at MKE Area Playgrounds (Multiple Sites: See Details)
Green Bay Playground 3818 N. 8th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 moreWednesday, 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 […]
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HeartBeats of the City at Red Arrow Park
Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHeartBeats 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 […]
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Riverside Rhythms at Riverfront Plaza Waukesha
Riverfront Plaza 29 Riverfront St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesRiverside 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 […]
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Waukesha County Fair at the Waukesha Co Expo Center
Waukesha County Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd,, Waukesha, WI, United StatesWaukesha County Fair July 16–20, 2025Waukesha County Expo Center | Waukesha, WI The oldest county fair in Wisconsin is still one of the best for families! The Waukesha County Fair brings five full days of fun, celebrating the area’s agricultural roots with a huge helping of music, food, rides, and family entertainment. What families will love: Live music & entertainment throughout the fairgrounds Barnyard animals & farm displays — perfect for curious kids Classic midway rides for all ages Crafts and 4-H exhibits that highlight local talent Fair food favorites (hello, fried everything!) Wednesday, July 16 from Noon – 10 pm / Thursday, July 17 from 10 am – […]
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Fox and Branch Milwaukee Public Library East Branch
Milwaukee Public Library East Branch 2320 N Cramer Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJuly 16th, 2025 at Milwaukee Public Library East Branch 2:00 pm Milwaukee Public Library East Branch, 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
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You Build It! At Central Downtown Library
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesYou 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 […]
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Summer Reading at MKE Area Playgrounds (Multiple Sites: See Details)
Green Bay Playground 3818 N. 8th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 moreWednesday, 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 […]
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Read Together Book Club at Center Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRead 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, […]
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Art Lab at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesJune Theme: Groovy Lava Lamp (registration begins 5/12) July Theme: Messy Art (registration begins 6/11) For ages 6 - 11. Explore an artist or art style then create an art […]
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Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSummer 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 […]
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JCC Community Carnival
Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish BayWho doesn’t love the carnival? Come by for an evening of carnival rides, music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Tickets for rides are available for purchase - bring cash! […]
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Jewish Community Center Community Carnival
Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish BayWho doesn’t love the carnival? Come by for an evening of carnival rides, music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Tickets for rides available for purchase - bring cash! This […]
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Hunting for Colors Hike and Beach Bonfire at Lakeshore State Park
Lakeshore State Park 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJuly 16: Hunting for Colors Hike 5-6pm / Beach Bonfire 6-8:30pm (South Entrance) Curious about plants? Come join one of our Naturalists at Lakeshore State Park to learn about the native […]
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Milwaukee Night Market on West Wisconsin Avenue Downtown MKE
Downtown Milwaukee WIMilwaukee Night Market Wednesdays, June 11, July 16, August 13, September 10 from 5pm to 10pm on West Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street & Vel R Phillips Avenue aThe Milwaukee Night […]
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BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks Free Movies Series
The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, GlendaleBack 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! […]
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Dance Party at Next Step Dance Studio Franklin
Next Step Dance Studio 3501 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, United StatesMufasa 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 […]
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Summer Stock (1950) at The Oriental Theatre MKE
Oriental Theatre 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHERB KOHL PHILANTHROPIES PRESENTS SUMMER STOCK W/ TALKBACK Join us at 5:30PM to purchase a copy of C'mon, Get Happy: The Making of Summer Stock and have it signed by authors […]
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Washington Park Wednesdays MKE
Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWashington 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 […]
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Tosa Tonight at the Rotary Park Pavilion
Rotary Park Pavilion 1190 N 70th St, Wauwatosa, United StatesTosa 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 […]
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Waterfront Wednesdays at Lakefront Park Pewaukee
Lakefront Park - Pewaukee 222 W Wisconsin Ave, Pewaukee, WI, United StatesWaterfront 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 […]
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Jazz at Cutler Park Waukesha – The Ellen Winters Group
Les Paul Performance Center 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United StatesJuly 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. […]
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Wonderful Wednesdays at Lake Park Milwaukee
Lake Park 2975 N Lake Park Rd, MILWAUKEE, WIWonderful 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. […]
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City of Glendale’s Free Summer Concert Series
Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community ParkSoak 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 […]
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Milwaukee Milkmen Home Games at Franklin Field
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United StatesMilwaukee 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 […]
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Free Summer Concerts at the Oak Creek Community Center
Oak Creek Community Center, Oak Creek WI 8580 South Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United StatesFree Outdoor Summer Concert at the OCCC Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
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