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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Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure […]
Deer District will host a new farmer’s market this summer, opening every Sunday from June 7-Oct. 25. Managed by Lauryn Wynter Company, the market supported by Deer District BID 53 will feature more than 100 vendors each week. In addition to farmers and other food producers, offering fresh and organic meats, eggs, fruits, cheeses and […]
Greenfield Farmers Market Time: 10am-2pm Address: Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, WI 53220 Every Sunday from May-October (Closed Memorial Day Weekend) from 10AM-2PM. Our Makers Market is the first Sunday of each month. We are located at Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
The G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on weekends Saturday & Sunday 10am - 3pm Spend time discovering all the different scenarios that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit […]
Elevate your Sunday Funday with your Family – Family, Fun, and Food Included! Family of 4 can now get 60 minute jumps, a large pizza, and a pitcher of soda […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]
Take a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between […]
Wonderfest, a Kidchella Experience, is a joyful family festival created by Wonderlane to bring connection, creativity, and culture to families in a fresh and memorable way. The Chicago pop-up experience at Taste of Randolph will include kid-friendly activations, music, hands-on fun, photo moments, and community-centered experiences designed for both kids and parents. Please note: […]
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Bring dad to Slingshot Bar on Father's Day, June 21 and he'll sling for FREE in our jungle junkyard range. ($25 value) While you’re at Slingshot Bar, snag a photo with the […]
Live at Kegel’s Inn Beer Garden! Get ready to rock, roll, and celebrate the first day of summer! Join us on National Ave. for a full day of incredible […]
On Sunday, June 21st, we celebrate dads with FREE Slinging on Father’s Day, Noon-7pm. 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.
Brains On, the wildly popular podcast for kids, is hitting the road with a hilarious science-themed show that takes the audience on an adventure through our brains. Hosts Molly Bloom, Marc Sanchez, […]
Air City 360 is hosting our first Father's Day Event on June 21, 2026 from 1pm - 4pm. Celebrate this family day with Outdoor Activities, Trivia, Great Food, Half […]
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA […]
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, […]
Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play! 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.
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 22, 2026 (for kids ages 6-17). Due to federal regulations, all provided […]
Join our team and fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants can earn eligible volunteer hours while learning, exploring, and contributing to state conservation efforts. No experience is needed.
Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]
Bring the whole family to explore and enjoy all the beautiful spaces Boerner Botanical Gardens has to offer! Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, admission is FREE on the fourth Monday of each month through August 2026. Please be sure to note the specific hours for the day you plan […]
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of […]
11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Monday, June 22, 12:30-3 pm Good Hope is a place to read, learn and connect this summer. 12:30-1:30 pm — Meet Milwaukee treasure, Kevin Nichols, and his horse, Nikki and learn about Black Cowboys and Buffalo Soldiers. Find your next great read, enjoy a grilled cheese, and sign up for the Summer Reading Program. Please […]
11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Join Milwaukee Public Library educators for a fun outdoor visit at the playground! Relax and read on a picnic blanket, explore our Tub of Books, or try our STEAM Challenge of the Week. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Come join us as we create dinosaur skeletons using pasta for our Pasta Paleontology STEAM Lab. This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA […]
Grab your explorer’s hat and join Abby the Archeologist on a storytelling journey around the world! Young adventurers will help piece together clues while learning...
Work together in groups to make a recycled dinosaur. We will display your masterpiece in the library after the program ends. This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Summer's here and the sun is shining! Let's use the the sun to create beautiful art and learn about Anna Atkins, the botanist that made her own sun prints, in The Bluest of Blues by Fiona Robinson. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Enjoy a magic show for all ages!
The 2026 season is full of excitement and opportunities to make lasting memories when you bring the family to a game. As we celebrate our 5th season of DockHounds baseball, […]
Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 22, 2026 (for kids ages 6-17). Due to federal regulations, all provided meals are served seated and must be consumed by youth at the playground. All playgrounds are operated as a “free drop-in” program. Though locations are […]
Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of […]
This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early literacy. Play time with toys to follow. Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story Time Room. Please only attend one […]
Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime at Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.
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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 […]
Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀Discover the exciting world of robotics with hands-on learning! Special Location: Lower Level outside of Macy’s Special Time: 11AM – 1PM
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, and make memories on the ice. Our Public Skate sessions welcome all ages and skill levels, everyone’s invited to join the fun! Please note: Dates […]
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA […]
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, […]
French Club for Kids Tuesday, January 6 from 3:30-5 pm East Library - 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
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