Exploring Lab: Fizzy Pumpkins at Little Sprouts
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, […]
$26
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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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Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin
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Little Sprouts + Babbling Babes Mom + Baby Group at Little Sprouts (Shorewood) *Registration Required*
Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, WisconsinJoin us at Little Sprouts for a free weekly Mom and Baby Group. Free for babes 12 mo and under. Older siblings are welcome! *Registration Required for Admittance* Please note: […]
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See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)
Marcus Theatres WI, United StatesHARRY 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 […]
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China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesChina 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 […]
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Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesScarecrow 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 […]
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Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesFALL 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 […]
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Ofrenda Crafts for Kids at Mitchell Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOfrenda 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 […]
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China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesChina 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 […]
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Whoooo is coming to Tippecanoe? Schlitz-Audubon presents OWLS! At Tippecanoe Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch 3912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWhoooo 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 […]
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Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesScarecrow 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 […]
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Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesFALL 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 […]
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Parent Cafe at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg
Ozaukee Family Services 4922 Columbia Rd, Cedarburg, WisconsinParenting 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 […]
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Move and Groove at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesMove & 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 […]
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Family Fun Day at Slick City Wauwatosa
Slick City Wauwatosa 1435 N 113th St, Wauwatosa, United StatesExperience 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, […]
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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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China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesChina 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 […]
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Left Behind – World Dyslexia Day Documentary Screening at Sherman Phoenix MKE
Sherman Phoenix 3536 W Fond du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, United StatesJoin 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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Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesScarecrow 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 […]
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Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesFALL 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 […]
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Hispanic Heritage Month Community Night at Rite-Hite Family YMCA
Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer, WI, United StatesStrength comes from acknowledging the rich history and invaluable contributions of every member of our community. We invite you to celebrate our diversity and experience the vibrancy of Hispanic and […]
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China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesChina 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 […]
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Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesScarecrow 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 […]
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Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesFALL 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 […]
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Family Storytime at the St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesFamily Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe […]
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Cereal Party at The Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesJoin us on a Friday morning no-school day for some cereal delights! We'll get crafty with cereal-themed creations and play some games. Please wear something that can get messy. We […]
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Family Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics
Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USAJoin us at Infinite Gymnastics for Family Open Gym on Fridays from 10:30am-12pm Family Open Gym is designed for ages 1-6 with a parent (all ages are welcome on no […]
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Halloween Village Walk at The Baird Community Commons MKE
Baird Commons 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, United StatesHalloween Village @ Baird Community Commons 📅 October 10-31 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Take a stroll through Halloween Village, featuring a giant Great Pumpkin; interactive lighting displays […]
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Crafting Class! At Mosaic Studios (Ages 5-11)
Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United StatesCraft with Ms. Morgan: Ages 5-11 4:30- 6:30 Bring our your creativity with Ms. Morgan in her crafting Corning! From Bracelets, to art, pom pom creations and more let Ms. […]
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Trick-or-Treat Downtown West Bend
Downtown West Bend 120 N Main Street, West Bend, WI, United StatesCome on up to downtown West Bend and dress in your Halloween best! Bring your treat bag and get ready to trick-or-treat at various businesses. There will also be FREE […]
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Trick or Treat Trains at The East Troy Railroad Museum
East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United StatesTrick or Treat Trains Fridays: October 3, 10, 17, 24 Bring your kids or grandkids in costume and we’ll take a train from the Depot in East Troy to Byrnes Park […]
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Kids Night Out at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Milwaukee Campus)
Milwaukee Humane Society Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWhat better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides […]
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China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesChina 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 […]
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Haunted Mini Golf at Nine Below MKE
Nine Below 1905 E North Ave, MilwaukeeBEWARE: Nine Below's Haunted Mini Golf is a PG-13 experience. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. OCTOBER 3 - NOVEMBER 1 🎃 […]
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Halloween Glen at Hawthorn Glen Nature Center
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHalloween Glen, Milwaukee Recreation’s family-friendly alternative to the usual haunted houses is returning for its 32nd year. The family-friendly event encourages youth to learn about nature in the outdoor setting […]
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Jackson Fall Festival of Fun
One night, three events ... Glo Run/Walk - Ghoul Gala - Beer Garden 5:30pm Glo Run/Walk Registration Opens6:30pm Glo Run/Walk RACE Begins with Police & Fire Siren Start6:30-8:30pm Ghoul […]
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Old World Wisconsin’s Halloween Legends and Lore
Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI, United StatesLegends & Lore Select Friday & Saturdays 5:30pm – 9:30pm Oct 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 They say the veil between our world and the next is weakest in places where old […]
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Night Pumpkin Train Rides at Milwaukee Light Engineering Society
Milwaukee Light Engineering Society 2620 Country Aire Dr, Cedarburg, WI, United StatesCome and join us for a ride in the dark! Experience the railroad decorated for Halloween at our 19th Annual Pumpkin Train event. Family friendly ... nothing scary! Bring the […]
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Halloween Hullabaloo at Rite-Hite YMCA Brown Deer
Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer, WI, United StatesSo much fun, it's scary! Put on your costume, gather your friends, and join us for a ghoulish good time. Enjoy family-friendly games, crafts, trick-or-treating, and more. $20/family, free for […]
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The Hollows at Phantom Lake YMCA (Mukwonago)
Phantom Lake YMCA Camp S110W30240 YMCA Camp Road, Mukwonago, United StatesJourney through magical fairy lands, Viking ships, mermaids, witches, and wizards inhabiting the wooded trails and glistening shores of Phantom Lake YMCA camp. The Hollows is an awe-inspiring, one-of-a-kind experience […]
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The Life of a Showgirl Experience: Taylor Swift Listening Party and Tribute Band at WBC Park (Oconomowoc)
Wisconsin Brewing Company Park 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Oconomowoc, WI, United StatesAn UNOFFICIAL Taylor Swift Album Release and Live Tribute concert from THE ANTI-HEROES 📅 Friday, October 10th 📍 WBC Park, Oconomowoc 🎟️ Tickets ONLY $13! TS Fans, this is your […]
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Jack-O-Lantern Nights at the Racine Zoo
Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United StatesJack-O-Lantern Nights (Racine Zoo) October 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30-31, 2025 from 6:00pm – 10:00pmWebsite Stroll through the Zoo along a dedicated paved pathway and b immersed in dazzling lights and […]
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1923) with Live Organ Accompaniment at The Oriental Theatre MKE
Oriental Theatre 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLive organ accompaniment courtesy of the Dairyland Theatre Organ Society! In 15th-century Paris, the brother of the archdeacon plots with the gypsy king to foment a peasant revolt. Meanwhile, a […]
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Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesScarecrow 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 […]
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Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesFALL 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 […]
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Spooky Sprint at Estabrook Park
Estabrook Park 4400 N. Estabrook Dr., Shorewood, WI 53211, Shorewood, WisconsinJoin us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes: Great Swag - designer shirt […]
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Autumn at the Village in Saukville
Ozaukee County Pioneer Village 4880 Highway I, Saukville, WisconsinEnjoy a wonderful day in the country! Tour the 25th historic buildings, see demonstrations of trades of old, farming exhibits, music throughout the village by members of Pickin' Up Speed […]
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Betty BOO’s Spooktacular at the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on Saturday, October 11, for a fright-free Halloween celebration! Families can enjoy story times, live reptiles and animals with Tatiana’s Tiny Zoo, and hands-on […]
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Betty BOO’s Spooktacular at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesBetty BOO’s Spooktacular at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum October 11, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Halloween Spooktacular is returning! Get ready for a not-so-scary […]
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Magical Mornings at BlackBear Children’s Boutique
Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United StatesJoin us at BlackBear Children's Boutique for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading a book and doing a matching craft & coloring activity to follow. […]
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Harvest Fest at The East Troy Electric Railroad Museum
East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United StatesHarvest 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 […]
$12 – $18
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