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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  • Milwaukee Irish Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park

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

    Milwaukee Irish Fest August 14–17, 2025Henry Maier Festival Park | Milwaukee, WI The largest Irish festival in the world, this event is packed with family fun. Kids can explore the Leprechaun Village, play mini golf, try crafts and games in the Children’s Area, and even meet Irish dog breeds in the Celtic Canine area. 🎟️ Kids 12 and under are […]

    $23 – $27
  • Perseids Meteor Shower Open House at the Yerkes Observatory (Williams Bay)

    Yerkes Observatory 2025
    Yerkes Observatory 373 W Geneva St, Williams Bay, United States

    Perseids Meteor Shower Open House Friday, August 15th • 7:30-9:30pm Join us at Yerkes Observatory for an Open House! We'll have telescopes on the South Lawn, presentations, food, and educational activities for you and your family. Each event has a unique theme and activities, making it a exciting, exploratory experience each time! See below for the […]

    $5 – $10
  • Wicked at Uihlein Hall

    2025 Stage Performances
    Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Wicked (LAST CHANCE!) Uihlein Hall, 929 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 July 30-August 17, 2025 (various showtimes) This Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz … but from a different angle.  Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary […]

    $75 – $320
  • Come Learn Beginner Birding at Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park

    2025 Events at the Urban Ecology Center
    Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

    (For adults & teens) Ever wanted to try out bird watching but unsure where to start? Whether you’ve never birded before, are looking to improve your skills, or feel like you need a refresher, all are welcome to come learn the basics of birding. Everyone can be a birder! Participants will learn how to use […]

    $20 – $25
  • Touch-a-Truck at Fleet Farm

    Visit your local Fleet Farm for a FREE Touch a Truck event! Each store will have different local community service vehicles such as police cars, fire trucks, school buses, garbage trucks, and more (Type of vehicle varies by store). You'll be able to get up close and personal, giving your kids a hands-on learning experience […]

    Free
  • Active Baby Series at the Jewish Community Center

    Jewish Community Center 2025
    Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay

    Designed for our littlest kids (birth to 2 years and 11 months) to wiggle, giggle, and grow through classes of movement, music, sensory art, and more! Saturday, August 16 features special guest, Carlie Aizenberg. Coffee provided for parents to enjoy while they chat. Baby Yoga (Ages 0–2) with Carlie Aizenberg This gentle and engaging class […]

    $32
  • Zoo A La Carte

    2024 Events at the Milwaukee County Zoo
    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    August 14-16: 9:30 am - 9 pm August 17: 9:30 am - 8 pm Mark your calendar for this Milwaukee tradition as the Zoo comes alive with music, food, and fun! Popular Milwaukee restaurants are scattered throughout the park, offering delicious fare, AND top national and local entertainment perform for guests on six stages. And […]

    $15 – $18
  • Art & Chalk Fest at Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA)

    Art & Chalk Fest at Museum of Wisconsin Art
    Museum of Wisconsin Art

    Join the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) at its annual Art & Chalk Fest—a live arts weekend on Saturday and Sunday, August 16–17 in West Bend, WI. This FREE, outdoor, live arts festival is set amidst the museum’s four-acre campus and features artists from the Wisconsin arts community. Experience chalk artists creating large-scale works of […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Irish Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park

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

    Milwaukee Irish Fest August 14–17, 2025Henry Maier Festival Park | Milwaukee, WI The largest Irish festival in the world, this event is packed with family fun. Kids can explore the Leprechaun Village, play mini golf, try crafts and games in the Children’s Area, and even meet Irish dog breeds in the Celtic Canine area. 🎟️ Kids 12 and under are […]

    $23 – $27
  • Back To School Field Days and Ice Cream Social at Havenwoods State Forest

    Havenwoods State Forest 2025
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Celebrate the last days of summer vacation with a day of fun at Havenwoods! Join us for outdoor yard and playground games, and ice cream (while supplies last). All ages welcome. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]

    Free
  • Mom + Tee Tea Party at First Roots Oconomowoc

    This is for the littles who love to feel fancy, the moms who deserve to be in the frame, and the women looking for a joyful, one-of-a-kind experience you’ll remember long after summer ends.    SATURDAY, August 16th, 2-3:30pm   Here’s what’s included: A real tea party, setup styled by Detailed Design: floral, feminine, and full […]

    $70
  • Wicked at Uihlein Hall

    2025 Stage Performances
    Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Wicked (LAST CHANCE!) Uihlein Hall, 929 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 July 30-August 17, 2025 (various showtimes) This Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz … but from a different angle.  Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary […]

    $75 – $320
  • The Muppet Movie (1979) at The Oriental Theatre MKE

    2025 Family Movies
    Oriental Theatre 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Kermit and his newfound friends trek across America to find success in Hollywood, but a frog legs merchant is after Kermit. 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.

    $11 – $13
  • Fox and Branch Perform at Milwaukee Irish Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park

    Fox and Branch Family Folk Music Concert
    Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee Irish FestHenry Maier Festival Park | 200 N Harbor Dr Milwaukee WI August 16th, 2025 at 5:30 pm Children's stage performance 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.

    $23 – $27
  • Celebrate Summer Pool Party at Hoyt Pool

    The Landing at Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Come celebrate summer with a special Saturday evening open swim, Saturday August 16th from 6pm - 8pm. This extra evening swim session is open to the public and will feature concessions specials such as "buy-one-get-one" ice cream cups, music and more! $9 for open swim; free for season pass holders.   

    $9
  • Kids From Wisconsin At The Oconomowoc Arts Center

    2025 Stage Performances
    Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

    Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 7:00pm Summer has a way of sweeping us into a world of endless possibilities—where the sun feels just a little warmer, the days stretch a little longer, and every moment is an invitation to have fun. From the hum of cicadas in the background to the laughter of friends by […]

    $10 – $20
  • Wicked at Uihlein Hall

    2025 Stage Performances
    Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Wicked (LAST CHANCE!) Uihlein Hall, 929 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 July 30-August 17, 2025 (various showtimes) This Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz … but from a different angle.  Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary […]

    $75 – $320
  • Summer Night Movie at Veteran’s Park MKE

    Outdoor Movies 2025
    Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Gift of Wings in Veterans Park is proud to present our FREE 2025 Summer Night Movies series under the stars on Milwaukee's Lakefront. We start at Dusk. Bring your Blankets or lawn chairs and oh yeah, the popcorn is still only $1.00.  Veterans Park, Milwaukee — Captain America: Brave New World, Saturday, August 16, 8:30 […]

    Free
  • Kids Day at Cathedral Square Park

    Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Admission is free! Kid-friendly fun includes: Bilingual Story Time | Starting at 10 AM Balloon art | 10:30 AM-1:30 PM Face painting with Face Painters Ink Ice cream from Ben & Jerry's Milwaukee Live music by Holly Haebig & Dena Aronson | 11:30 AM-1:45 PM

    Free
  • Zoo A La Carte

    2024 Events at the Milwaukee County Zoo
    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    August 14-16: 9:30 am - 9 pm August 17: 9:30 am - 8 pm Mark your calendar for this Milwaukee tradition as the Zoo comes alive with music, food, and fun! Popular Milwaukee restaurants are scattered throughout the park, offering delicious fare, AND top national and local entertainment perform for guests on six stages. And […]

    $15 – $18
  • Children’s Business Fair at Taxi and Tide Imaginative Play Space Saint Francis

    Taxi and Tide 2025 Events and Activities
    Taxi and Tide Imaginative Play Space 4016 S Packard Ave, St Francis, United States

    Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 10 AM – 12 PM Children's Business Fair Saint Francis, Wisconsin Taxi and Tide Imaginative Play Space MKE We will be hosting another Children's Business Fair at Taxi and Tide on Sunday, August 17th from 10am to noon. If you have a child age 6-14 who is interested in being […]

    Free
  • Art & Chalk Fest at Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA)

    Art & Chalk Fest at Museum of Wisconsin Art
    Museum of Wisconsin Art

    Join the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) at its annual Art & Chalk Fest—a live arts weekend on Saturday and Sunday, August 16–17 in West Bend, WI. This FREE, outdoor, live arts festival is set amidst the museum’s four-acre campus and features artists from the Wisconsin arts community. Experience chalk artists creating large-scale works of […]

    Free
  • Sopra Mare (School of Rock) at the Villa Terrace MKE

    Villa Terrace 2025
    Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Sopra Mare (School of Rock) Sundays in August from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm August 3 - School of Rock Youth Band (Rock) August 10 – VLNTYN (Indie Rock) August 17 - Neal Bardele (Jazz) August 24 - Toco Rio (Traditional Brazilian Choro) August 31 - Drew Gill (Folk)

    $15
  • Main Street Block Party in Sussex

    Sussex Civic Center N64W23760 Main Street, Sussex, WI, United States

    Join us for the best event of the summer! The Main Street Block Party, presented by Exterior Pros, is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.   Join your neighbors, friends and family in downtown Sussex. The event will feature: • Farmers/artisan market• Food trucks• Live music by Mt. Olive• Games• Local beer vendors […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Irish Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park

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

    Milwaukee Irish Fest August 14–17, 2025Henry Maier Festival Park | Milwaukee, WI The largest Irish festival in the world, this event is packed with family fun. Kids can explore the Leprechaun Village, play mini golf, try crafts and games in the Children’s Area, and even meet Irish dog breeds in the Celtic Canine area. 🎟️ Kids 12 and under are […]

    $23 – $27
  • Wicked at Uihlein Hall

    2025 Stage Performances
    Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Wicked (LAST CHANCE!) Uihlein Hall, 929 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 July 30-August 17, 2025 (various showtimes) This Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz … but from a different angle.  Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary […]

    $75 – $320
  • August Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

    American Science & Surplus 6901 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us on Sundays in August from 2pm-4pm for some family activities!  Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or get messy clothes. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

    Free

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