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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The Jewish Food Festival, an annual celebration of Jewish culture, cuisine, and community! Held in Mequon, WI, this year we're anticipating a grand turnout of 7500+ enthusiastic attendees. The Jewish Food Festival brings together residents and visitors from all backgrounds to experience the rich traditions and delicious flavors of Jewish heritage. The Jewish Food Festival […]
WEE WONDERS Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. DATES/TIMES: Second Tuesday & Wednesday of the month* • 9:30–10:30 a.m. *October 2025 program falls on first Tuesday LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI) COST: $5 […]
Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music at Tribute Tuesday! This free concert series brings top-tier tribute bands to the Les Paul Performance Center at Cutler Park in Waukesha, delivering the sounds of legendary artists in a beautiful outdoor setting. Join us on the second Tuesday of the month as we celebrate the favorite […]
In this class, we will teach you how to make pizza dough, scratch made sauce, and how to cook in an outdoor pizza oven. We will offer tips and tricks to make a world class pizza in whatever cooking device you have at home. You will leave the class with dough, pasta sauce, and in […]
(For everyone) Delve into the fascinating world of bats; discovering their vital role in ecosystems, their unique echolocation abilities, the diverse species found in Wisconsin, and the methods employed by scientists to survey these elusive creatures. We'll venture out into the dusk to conduct a simple bat survey. Later in the evening we'll enjoy a […]
August 12: Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing Party 8:30-10pm All events start at the south entrance of Lakeshore State Park, unless otherwise indicated. Public parking on the south side of the park can be found by entering “Milwaukee Pierhead Lighthouse” into a GPS map program. Approximate coordinates to the starting location are 43.029163, -87.895880 Please note: […]
Join us at Epilogue Books in Downtown Menomonee Falls on the second Wednesday of month for a special afternoon with a local Children's author. Each session will feature a live reading, time for Q&A and plenty of fun for young readers (and the grown-ups who love them). 6/11: Joyce Uglow and Stuck! The story of […]
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