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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Ring in the summer season with a FREE art-filled celebration in historic downtown Port Washington on the lake. Spend a day creating art, perusing art, listening to and watching performing arts with FREE art activities for families, music stage on the lake, and global dance and acrobatics. Highlights: – Milwaukee Art Museum Kohl’s Mobile Art […]
Come on up to West Bend and join us for a FREE family event for all ages. There will be live music, food + drinks, raffles + prizes, dancing, games for all ages, and lots of FUN! The event runs from noon until 9pm. Entertainment in the evening from the band, Totally Neon. Please note: […]
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k; a run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under […]
Visit Cool Waters Aquatic Center In Greenfield Park Stay cool at the waterpark with the tallest waterslides in Milwaukee County! Enjoy the heated pool, children's waterslides, interactive water toys, sand volleyball courts, a children's playground, Cool's Cafe, and more. Season Hours Opening Weekend: Saturday, May 31st: 11 am to 4:30 pm Sunday, June 1st: 11 am […]
West Allis A La Carte 7231 W Greenfield Ave Ste 201 West Allis WI Sunday, June 1, 2025 from 11 am - 5 pm Admission: FREE This street festival is a day filled with activities geared towards bringing together every member of the family, from toddler to teenager, from parents to grandparents, for fun, games, […]
Celebrate the start of summer at Purple Door Ice Cream’s 5th Biennial Battle of the New Flavors tasting event and block party. On June 1st, all are welcome to the neighborhood flavor tasting block party where the 12 finalist flavors (master-minded by Purple Door customers) will be revealed. At the event, each of the 12 […]
Milwaukee Monarchs Hart Park 7300 W. Chestnut St., Wauwatosa, WI 53213 Sunday, June 1, 2025, 2:30 p.m. Admission: Adults $15; Students $12; Kids 12 and Under FREE Southeastern Wisconsin’s first and only women’s professional ultimate team has their 2025 home opener versus New York Gridlock. Gates open at 2:00 PM, first pull at 2:30 PM. […]
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Milwaukee in MJ, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldonand two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular […]
Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, we'll combine age appropriate introductions to science with play time for your child. This program promotes critical thinking, communication skills, confidence building, and more! We're excited to share our love of exploration with your little scientists. What’s included in Exploring Lab? Admission for 1 child (ages 2.5 - […]
June Theme: Sonic July Theme: Dragons For ages 6 - 11. Explore different themes through experiments, crafts, and more. Registration required. Register online, stop in, or call the library at 414-481-7323. 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.
Crayon Costume Party with Blue Crayon, star of The Day the Crayons Made Friends Wednesday, June 4 at 4 pm | Costume Party, Picture Book, Crafts, Fun at Boswell Book Company 2559 North Downer Avenue Milwaukee WI Boswell hosts a crayon costume party in the store to celebrate the latest Crayon book, The Day the […]
Join Babbling Babes and The Mom Walk Collective at the Juneau Beer Garden for a FAMILY walk and beer garden night! This is a great opportunity for both moms and dads to come and make some connections. We’ll start with a family walk and then return to the beer garden for drinks and snacks. Spouses, […]
Join us for a free day with family and friends to connect through art, music, movement, and more. During this day-long themed celebration, we’re highlighting communities we’re born into, we choose, that choose us, that embrace us for who we are, that challenge us—community in all its forms and all the love and richness the […]
Babbling Babes is Milwaukee's largest mom social group. Gather to hear a story time with Danette Justus of JustUs and Books, create a drawing inspired by what you have seen and heard, and build meaningful connections and community with other parents of children ages 5 and under. You will get FREE access to the museum, […]
Join us at Chick-Fil-A in Menomonee Falls for a construction-themed date night for fathers and sons. It's time for dads and sons to show us what they're BUILT of! It's a construction-themed date night! Come ready to put your building skills to the test with a project courtesy of Home Depot in Menomonee Falls. $35/couple, […]
Happy Place Cooking Space is opening this June, and we’re hosting a modern-day barn-raising to help them cross that final finish line! Join us at Art of Joy on Thursday, June 5 from 5–8pm for a special community celebration to support this incredible project — and the amazing women behind it. Happy Place Cooking […]
Get creative and make a day off of school an engaging experience. Explore, learn and let your imagination run wild on a day off from school. Dance, theater, visual art, and much more will be part of each school day off workshop experience. Preregistration is required. NOV. 5, 2024 (Tuesday) | Welcome to The Rainforest JAN. […]
Ages 0 - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
Get ready for the beginning of summer and join us with the whole family for a movie together under the stars at Elite Sports Club in Glendale! Play lawn games and make s'mores before the film rolls. Bring your blankets and chairs, dress in your comfy clothes, and have fun watching a family movie on […]
Join us outside at Frankie’s in Thiensville for a fun and creative Kids Name Sign Workshop led by Emily of North88! Kids will get to customize a two-layer wood name sign. The top layer will be painted by them, then glued onto a pre-stained back piece (12” wide). A perfect project for little artists—and […]
All Ages. Grab your mats and join us outside for yoga poses, kid-friendly meditation and breathing practices; plus fun partner poses and yoga games. All experiences are welcome! Wear comfortable clothes and don’t forget a water bottle. We will meet in Citizen's Park (next to the Library). In the event of inclement weather, this event will be held inside.
Pool Openings 2025 We're excited to announce our pools' opening for Summer 2025! Visit us this Summer at Cool Waters Aquatic Center, David F. Schulz Aquatic Center, Wilson Pool, McCarty Park Pool, and Sheridan Park Pool. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
June 6, 2025 from 5pm - 8pm & June 7, 2025 from 10am - 5pm Village of Wauwatosa 7700 Harwood Ave Wauwatosa WI Discover Wauwatosa’s ART64, presented by North Shore Bank, is back for its fourth year, and you're invited to join the celebration! This summer, on June 6 & 7, 2025, The Village of […]
The Bavarian Bierhaus is hosting their first annual Wisconsin Fest on Friday, June 6 in Old Heidelberg Park. There is no cover charge. Wisconsin Fest runs 4:00-11:00pm on Friday and 10:00am-6:00pm on Saturday. This event will feature a fish fry, reuben rolls, cheese curds, Usinger Brats, pretzels, butter burgers, and Kringle both days old […]
Get ready for an afternoon full of laughter, creativity, and the cutest goat snuggles ever! For just $45, you’ll get: A pottery piece to paint All painting supplies Quality time with adorable goats A whole lot of unforgettable fun! Spots will fill fast! Don’t miss this WILD & artsy experience! Grab your friends, your family, and […]
Turtle Fest Thursday, June 5th – Sunday, June 8th9:00 am – 4:00 pmJoin us for a 4-day shellabration of Discovery World’s most charismatic residents! Learn from our aquarists and local wildlife experts, catch a turtle feeding and even a tiny zoo! Get to know our amazing turtles (and meet some turtle-y cool friends from partner […]
Mark your calendars for June 8, July 13, August 3, and September 7 Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE With Kids are returning to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park at the lakefront for the 2025 season — and they’re completely FREE to attend. This beloved series, hosted by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Northwestern Mutual Foundation, takes place […]
Discover the world of reptiles and amphibians! Meet colorful snakes, wondrous turtles, and unique lizards and salamanders. See dozens of species on display and enjoy a guided hike to look for turtles and listen for frogs. Participants will learn ways to live harmoniously with our misunderstood and scaly wild neighbors. Kids will enjoy reptile-themed crafts […]
A family friendly vintage and handmade market featuring over 50 vendors, face painter, caricature artist, vintage style carnival games, cake walk and bounce house! 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.
Honk Honk, Beep Beep! Join us on Sunday, June 8th 11am-3pm at REM Community Park. Bring the whole family out for a fun, hands-on experience at Glendale’s beloved Touch-a-Truck event! Each year, children (and kids at heart!) are invited to explore, climb inside, and honk the horns of real-life vehicles from the City of […]
Milwaukee Milkmen Games7035 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132May 23-26, 2025Admission: $11-$51The Milwaukee Milkmen are a pro baseball team in Franklin, and they’re playing the Sioux Falls Canaries in a 4-game series this weekend. You can park for free at Franklin Field and get affordable tickets online or in person. Hang out with their mascot, […]
Royal Tea at the Pabst Mansion June 8, July 13, August 17, September 143:30pm – 5pm Join us for Royal Tea, an exclusive afternoon in the elegant surroundings of Mrs. Pabst’s Parlor and the Captain’s Study. Sip on signature teas inspired by the character of each room, enjoy delicious tastings, and raise a glass of […]
We're kicking off the week with hands on activities with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can expanded upon at home. Parents and kids will each pickup new ways to create fun ways to play together. With our open-ended activities, these programs are […]
ART IN NATURE A Six-Week Art Program Series — Come for one session or all! Nature has some unique art to show us—colors, patterns, and textures everywhere! Let’s explore Retzer Nature Center to find inspiration. We’ll craft, sketch, and paint (both acrylic and watercolor). All supplies are provided. DATES & TIME: Tuesdays, June 10 – July […]
Meet us at Metcalfe's Market for $5 Lavender Moon Lattes from Moon Dude Coffee, followed by a stroller walk through Hart Park! Please register once per family. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the […]
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 Library.
On Tuesday's, we are offering limited and FREE Story Time Social Groups for 15 children and their guardians to attend with an amazing open concept Open Play Area. Story time and Open Play are created for children ages 6 months- 10 years old with a special need or different ability AND children with all abilities […]
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 […]
What do you do with that time in between school ending and summer camps starting? You send your kiddos on an outdoor adventure at the UEC of course! From amazing animals, climbing, biking, hiking and canoeing, to catch and release fishing, we have exciting activities happening each day. Adventures available for ages 4 - 17 […]
Social groups are designed to strengthen social interactions and communication skills of children between the ages 0-4 years old. For parents that want socialize their children and a way to connect with other parents for a 4 week series during June. Our Social Groups are led by our Family Activity Center Manager, an experienced Special […]
Ages O - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
Kids' Art Days: Papermaking Wednesday, June 11 from 10 am — 2 pm Learn how to make your own eco-friendly paper. Participants will create handmade paper by mixing recycled paper scraps, water, dried flowers, and seeds. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
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 […]
June Theme: Groovy Lava Lamp (registration begins 5/12) July Theme: Messy Art (registration begins 6/11) For ages 6 - 11. Explore an artist or art style then create an art project based on that topic! Registration required. Register online, stop in, or call the library at 414-481-7323. Space will be limited. Located in the Hoppe Room, […]
Milwaukee Night Market Wednesdays, June 11, July 16, August 13, September 10 from 5pm to 10pm on West Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street & Vel R Phillips Avenue aThe Milwaukee Night Market is a free, outdoor event showcasing a variety of local vendors, performers, and artists. The Milwaukee Night Market transforms the heart of downtown into […]
Back by popular demand, get ready for popcorn, blankets, and blockbusters under the stars! BAYSHORE's Family Flicks Free Movies Series returns this summer, Wednesday nights starting June 11th through August 27th! The movie hits The Big Screen in The Yard, the open central community space in the heart of BAYSHORE, at 5:30pm. Bring your lawn chairs […]
Lilo & Stitch PG • 1 hr 48 min • “Lilo & Stitch,” the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family, will open exclusively in theaters May 23, 2025. A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, “Lilo & Stitch.” Please note: Dates […]
Meet us at Klode Park for a 30-minute music class with Ms. Kristen from MusicTogether North Shore, followed by a stroller walk! Please register once per family. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the […]
0 - 18 months (siblings welcome). Grab your little one and join us for a special baby get together. We’ll share rhymes and songs, with time for play and socialization. No registration required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
Grab your swimsuits, sunscreen, and let’s make a splash at this unforgettable summer kickoff! With fantastic food, exhilarating games, and endless smiles, this is one party you won't want to miss. Come join us as we celebrate school being out—let's make waves together! This event is FREE for both members and non-members. Members, please […]
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