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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  • Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Build, create and play at the Zablocki Library every Wednesday afternoon! This is an open-ended making and play time held in the library’s public space. Materials are available for hands-on activities such as building, crafting, and creative play, with an emphasis on exploration rather than instruction.  The format is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to […]

    Free

  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • You Build It! At ML King Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Calling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, LEGO Bricks, blocks, and construction straws. Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design.  The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively […]

    Free

  • Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. 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

  • Washington Park Wednesdays Summer Concert Series MKE

    Outdoor Music 2026
    Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    SPEND YOUR SUMMERS WITH US! Every year on Wednesday from July to August. Happy Hour starts at 5pm, concerts at 6!​ Washington Park Wednesdays hosts innovative local bands, Milwaukee's finest food trucks, and activities sure to energize and entertain will fill the park each Wednesday.  Theme nights promise diverse pairings of music, art, and fun with […]

    Free

  • Family Flicks at Bayshore Mall

    Family Movies 2026
    Bayshore Mall 5800 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, United States

    Wednesdays June 10 – August 26, 2026 June 10 – WICKED for Good June 17 – The Lego Batman Movie June 24 - Gabby’s Dollhouse the Movie July 1 – How to Train Your Dragon July 8 - Encanto July 15 –The Bad Guys July 22 – The Princess Diaries July 29- Kung Fu Panda […]

    Free

  • Washington Park Wednesdays MKE

    Washington Park Wednesdays MKE
    Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Here is the complete schedule: July 8 – Venus Rising (Femme-forward) Ladies Must Swing & Ellie Jackson. A powerful opening night celebrating women in music, featuring swing-era revival and soulful contemporary vocals. July 15 – Ride On (Bike-safety & fun in partnership with Bubbler Bikes) Vincent Van Great + Amanda Huff with The Art of […]

    Free

  • Live At The Lakefront at The Rotary Amphitheater at Discovery World

    Outdoor Music 2026
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Live At The Lakefront WEDNESDAYS, JULY 8-SEPT. 2, FROM 5:30 TO 9 P.M | ROTARY AMPHITHEATER AT DISCOVERY WORLD  Catch a breeze off of Lake Michigan while listening to some of the Midwest’s very best performers this summer. With eight performers scheduled, there’s sure to be hits for everyone. The 2026 LIVE @ the Lakefront […]

    Free

  • Wonderful Wednesdays at Lake Park MKE

    Lake Park MKE 2026
    Lake Park 2975 N Lake Park Rd, MILWAUKEE, WI

    Wonderful Wednesdays, aimed at kids and families, run July 15 through Aug. 19, from 6:30 p.m. to  7:30 p.m. July 15: The Last Bees July 22: Branch & Co. July 29: Main Street Dance Aug. 5: Frogwater Aug. 12: Jen & The Jellyfish Aug. 19: Little Miss Ann Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

    Free

  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026
    Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $12

  • Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game (Franklin)

    Milwaukee Milkmen 2026
    Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United States

    MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR LOOKING FOR A PRO BASEBALL GAME THAT'S UDDERLY DIFFERENT A MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAME IS THE PLACE TO BE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]

    $15 – $30

  • Live at the Oasis at Richard E Maslowski Community Park (Glendale)

    Outdoor Music 2026
    Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community Park

    Join us for Glendale’s concert series, Live at the Oasis, where Richard E. Maslowski Park comes alive with free, live performances in a relaxed outdoor setting. Gather with friends, family, and neighbors to enjoy great music, fresh air, and the vibrant energy of summer evenings in Glendale. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, settle in, […]

    Free

  • Brewers Home Game: NARUTO™ Night at American Family Field

    Milwaukee Brewers 2026 Season
    American Family Field 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    All regular-season Monday-Friday night games will begin at 6:40 p.m. in 2026. Excluding a 1:10 p.m. first pitch on Opening Day and Memorial Day (May 25 vs. St. Louis), all regular-season Monday-Friday day games in April and May will begin at 12:40 p.m. From June-September, all Monday-Friday day games will begin at 1:10 p.m. except […]

    $20 – $90

  • ArtBlaze at South Shore Beach MKE

    Joy Engine 2026
    South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Joy Engine Announces the Return of ArtBlaze to Milwaukee Beaches This Summer Free Summer Series of Art, Music and Wonder Returns with Giant Inflatable Art Experiences to Bring Communities Together […]

    Free

  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    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 […]

    Free – $20

  • Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE

    2026 Pfister Milwaukee
    The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $40 – $70

  • Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game (Franklin)

    Milwaukee Milkmen 2026
    Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United States

    MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR […]

    $15 – $30

  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026
    Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $12

  • Craft & Chat at East Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together.  Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

    Free

  • Enderis Park Concerts on the Green MKE

    Outdoor Music 2026
    Enderis Park 2956 N 72nd St, Milwaukee, United States

    Concerts on the Green THURSDAYS, JUNE 18-AUG. 13, FROM 6 TO 9:30 P.M. | ENDERIS PARK  Gather the whole family and pack snacks and drinks for live music under summer […]

    Free

  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026
    Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $12

  • Outdoor Movie Night in Drexel Town Square (Oak Creek)

    Outdoor Movies 2026
    Drexel Town Square, Oak Creek WI 500 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United States

    There’s always something happening in Oak Creek! From lively markets and outdoor concerts to family activities and seasonal traditions, our events bring people together all year long. After dinner, grab […]

    Free

  • Moonlit Movies at Fowler Lake Park (Oconomowoc)

    Outdoor Movies 2026
    Fowler Lake Park 438 N Oakwood Ave, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

    Since 2005, Moonlit Movies of Oconomowoc has delivered free family friendly fun to the Lake Country Area with movies & big-time entertainment at Fowler Park & the Streets of downtown […]

    Free

  • Animal Encounters at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $19 – $27

  • Free First Fridays at The Racine Art Museum

    Racine Art Museum 2026
    Racine Art Museum 441 Main St, Racine, WI, United States

    Thanks to the generous funding of the Osborne and Scekic Family Foundation, Racine Art Museum visitors can enjoy free admission from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on First Friday of the […]

    $8 – $10

  • Family Time in the Courtyard

    Family Time in the Courtyard
    Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Ages 0-12: Stories, songs, action rhymes, and fingerplays! Please bring a blanket to sit on. Outside weather permitting; inside if necessary.

    Free

  • Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE

    2026 Pfister Milwaukee
    The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $40 – $70

  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026
    Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $12

  • You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. […]

    Free

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