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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  • Washington County Fair

    Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center 3000 County Hwy PV, West Bend, WI, United States

    Join us in West Bend for the 167th annual Washington County Fair!  Headliners include Foreigner, Russell Dickerson + Gabby Barrett, and Nashville Next featuring Chris Lane + Dylan Schneider + […]

    $15.95

  • EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh

    Up for a drive?  Action, excitement, education,and everything in between make EAA AirVenture Oshkosh your perfect, affordable summer destination! For seven days from sunrise to well past sunset, your Oshkosh […]

    $29 – $68

  • EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

    Up For A Drive 2025
    EAA Aviation Center 3000 Poberezny Rd, Oshkosh, United States

    EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 EAA Aviation CenterEAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902 July 21-27, 2025 Immerse yourself in a week of awe-inspiring displays, featuring daily air shows […]

    $50 – $70

  • Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

    2025 Milwaukee Domes Events
    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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. […]

    $6 – $8

  • East Troy Electric Railroad Rides

    East Troy Railroad 2025
    East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United States

    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 […]

    $11 – $17

  • Hand Cut Silhouette Event at BlackBear Children’s Boutique

    Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United States

    By popular demand, BlackBear Children's Boutique is thrilled to invite you back to their Silhouette Event with the Master Scissor Artist, Karl Johnson! Watch in amazement as he creates one-of-a-kind, […]

    $35

  • Public Skating at the Pettit National Ice Center

    Skate The Pettit 2025
    Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $7 – $14

  • Milwaukee Germanfest at Henry Maier Festival Park

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    German Fest July 25–27, 2025Henry Maier Festival Park | Milwaukee, WI Milwaukee’s German Fest brings Old World charm to the lakefront, complete with traditional music, food, costumes, and fun for all ages. The smell of brats and schnitzel fills the air, and polka music echoes through the festival grounds—it’s a full-on celebration of German heritage! Why families love it: Dachshund Derby & Costume Contest (a must-see!) Glockenspiel Clock show every few hours Children’s Activity Area with crafts, games & German language activities Live German dance performances & parades Mascots, interactive exhibits, and plenty of room to play 🎟️ Pro Tips: Kids under 12 are FREE all weekend. Friday admission is just $5—a perfect opportunity for families to attend affordably Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

    $5 – $20

  • Challah in the Park at Atwater Park

    2025 Community Events
    Atwater Park 4000 N Lake Drive, Shorewood, WI, United States

    Get ready for a joyful, hands-on experience at our upcoming Challah in the Park series! Join us as we come together to braid, bake, and connect — with all the supplies and guidance you […]

    Free

  • St John the Evangelist Festival (Greendale)

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    St John the Evangelist Greendale 8500 W Cold Spring Rd, Greendale, United States

    St John the Evangelist 56th Festival July 25-27  8500 W Cold Spring Road, Greendale WIFood, music, bingo, raffle, rides, games, fireworks and more. Friday from 4:30 to 11 pm; Saturday […]

    Free

  • St Elizabeth Ann Seton FunFest (New Berlin)

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    St Elizabeth Ann Seton New Berlin 12700 W Howard Ave, New Berlin, United States

    St. Elizabeth Ann "Seton Funfest"12700 W Howard Ave New Berlin WIMusic, fish fry, inflatables, bingo and more. Friday from 5 to 10:45 p.m.; Saturday 5 to 10:45 p.m.; Sunday noon to 6:30 p.m. […]

    Free

  • gellycatz at Glaze Pottery Studio

    Glaze Pottery 149 Green Bay Rd, Thiensville, WI, United States

    Join us for a squishy, whimsical night inspired by everyone’s favorite plushie pals—Jellycats (with a glaze-y twist, of course)!   At gellycatz @ glaze, guests will:-Sculpt their own Jellycat-inspired character […]

    $45

  • Movie Night at Davidson Park MKE

    Movie Night at Davidson Park MKE
    Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Join us for FREE Movie Nights at Davidson Park—presented in partnership with Near West Side Partners! July 25, August 15, September 12 | 6:30 pm Presented in partnership with Near […]

    Free

  • Starry Night Series at the Wilson Center Brookfield

    Outdoor Music 2025
    Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free – $10

  • Friday Night Live in Downtown Waukesha

    Outdoor Music 2025
    Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Moons and Myths at the UWM Planetarium

    Moons and Myths
    1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139 UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $5 – $6
  • Summer Night Movies in Veterans Park Milwaukee Wisconsin

    Movie at Elm Grove Village Park Pavilion

    Outdoor Movies 2025
    Elm Grove Village Park 13600 Juneau Blvd, Elm Grove, WI, United States

    Fridays at 8:30 pm | Village Park Pavilion 13600 Juneau Blvd Elm Grove, WI June 6: Lady and the Tramp June 20: Mary Poppins Returns July 11: The Lion King July 26: The SpongeBob […]

    Free

  • EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

    Up For A Drive 2025
    EAA Aviation Center 3000 Poberezny Rd, Oshkosh, United States

    EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 EAA Aviation CenterEAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902 July 21-27, 2025 Immerse yourself in a week of awe-inspiring displays, featuring daily air shows […]

    $50 – $70

  • Fondy Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Brookfield Central High School 16900 W Gebhardt Rd, Brookfield, United States

    The City of Brookfield Farmer's market is an organization that fosters the sale of Wisconsin grown farm products and locally produced items. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free

  • South Shore Farmer’s Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    South Shore Farmers' Market  South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Dr Milwaukee WI  Welcome to the 2025 South Shore Farmers’ Market season! On behalf of the South Shore Farmers’ Market […]

    Free

  • Tosa Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

    Every Saturday 8:00am - Noon through October 11th AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & […]

    Free

  • Greendale Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Downtown Historic Greendale 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, United States

    June 21st through October 4thSaturdays--8am until 12pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

    Free

  • New Berlin Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    New Berlin City Center 15055 W National Ave, New Berlin, United States

    8am - Noon Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October 15055 W National Avenue in the City Center On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Dr Please note: […]

    Free

  • Waukesha Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Waukesha Farmers Market 125 W St Paul Ave, Waukesha, WI, United States

    For 25+ years, the Waukesha Farmers’ Market has brought fresh, local goods and community vibes to downtown Waukesha. Join us May–October, Saturdays 8am–noon, in the Waukesha State Bank employee lot. […]

    Free

  • Oak Creek Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Drexel Town Square, Oak Creek WI 500 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United States

      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.

    Free

  • Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

    2025 Milwaukee Domes Events
    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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. […]

    $6 – $8
  • fall wildflowers in autumn at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee Wisconsin

    Fishing Clinic at Lakeshore State Park

    Lakeshore State Park 2025
    Lakeshore State Park 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    July 26: Fishing Clinic, 9:30am-12pm (Fishing Pier) & August 3: Fishing Clinic 12-3:00pm (Fishing Pier) Come down to the Lakeshore fishing pier for our fishing clinic where all fishing supplies […]

    Free

  • East Troy Electric Railroad Rides

    East Troy Railroad 2025
    East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United States

    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 […]

    $11 – $17

  • Christmas in July at the Racine Zoo

    Racine Zoo 2025
    Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

    Saturday, July 26, 2025   |   10AM – 5PM Who says it has to be cold to celebrate Christmas?! Bring all your friends and family for a festive and fun-filled day at the Zoo […]

    $9 – $11

  • Bristol Renaissance Faire

    Bristol Renaissance Faire 2025
    Bristol Renaissance Faire 12550 120th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    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! […]

    $17 – $43

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