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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WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 from 9 am - 4:30 pm Our Pet Vet exhibit is taking over the Museum for a day of paws-on learning in animal care! Bring your favorite stuffy and be their vet for the day! Make a personalized collar, work with real veterinarians to learn how to wrap a hurt paw, listen […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with […]
Bilingual Storytime – Last Wednesday Each Month – 10am-10:20am (included with admission) 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.
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.
Summer Reading at the Playground Tuesday, July 29 from 2-3 pm Franklin Square Playfield - 2643 N 13th St Milwaukee WI Wednesday, July 30 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield - 3818 N 8th St Milwaukee WI Whittier Playground - 4382 S 3rd St Milwaukee WI Burnham Playfield - 1755 S 32nd St Milwaukee WI […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
HeartBeats of the City Lunchtime Concert & Food Truck Series Wednesdays, June 4 - August 27 Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street Milwaukee WI Grab your favorite pair of sunglasses for a lunch break in Red Arrow Park! Featuring nearly a dozen local and national bands, this year's concert lineup has something for everyone. […]
Riverside Rhythms is a vibrant weekly concert series that brings live music and delicious eats to the scenic banks of the Fox River! Enjoy incredible performances from talented local artists while indulging in mouthwatering bites from our featured food truck vendor. Whether you’re looking to unwind on your lunch break or soak in the sounds […]
Summer Reading at the Playground Tuesday, July 29 from 2-3 pm Franklin Square Playfield - 2643 N 13th St Milwaukee WI Wednesday, July 30 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm Green Bay Playfield - 3818 N 8th St Milwaukee WI Whittier Playground - 4382 S 3rd St Milwaukee WI Burnham Playfield - 1755 S 32nd St Milwaukee WI […]
You Build It! During the summer months (through August 27, 2025), "You Build It!" is offered from 2-3 pm on Wednesdays. During the school year "You Build It!" is offered from 4-5 pm, ie. beginning again on August 3, 2025 Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply […]
Wonderfully Wild Wednesdays at Westlawn Gardens Wednesday, July 30 from 3-5 pm In the Pop Spot MCTS Bus Shelter, 64th & Silver Spring Get wonderfully WILD outside with programs featuring family activities and a chance to check in with the Milwaukee Public Library. Staff will be on hand for card registration and to update your account. Encourage your […]
Read Together Book Club Wednesday, July 9 from 3:30-4 pm Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee, WI Each week we will read a book, chapter, or short story together, taking turns with the reading, and talking about what we thought afterwards. This is a great opportunity for kids to build […]
Ages 10 - 18. Registration Required. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle; a yoga mat is strongly encouraged. 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.
Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us this summer in the Children's Area for fun hands-on activities! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
Dairy Queen (at 4612 75th St in Kenosha) has organized a countdown block party to promote Miracle Treat Day. Attendees can celebrate and show support for Dairy Queen's biggest day of the year. Shane (franchisee) has been a longstanding supporter of Children's Miracle Network(CMN) and Children's Wisconsin and has been one of the top fundraisers […]
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 […]
Mufasa Party - Wednesday, July 9th @ 5:30-6:30 pm for Ages 3-5 Barbie Party - Wednesday, July 16th @ 5:30-7:00 pm for Ages 6-9 Snow White Party - Wednesday, July 23rd @ 5:30-6:30 pm for Ages 3-5 Shrek Party - Wednesday, July 30th @ 5:30-7:00 pm for Ages 6-9 Lilo & Stitch Party - Wednesday, […]
Washington Park Bandshell 43rd Street Between Vliet & Lloyd Street 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 […]
Tosa Tonight Select Wednesdays, June – August Rotary Park Pavilion 1190 N 70th St Wauwatosa WI 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.
Waterfront Wednesdays Wednesdays from 6:00 – 8:30 pm Lakefront Park 222 W Wisconsin Ave Pewaukee WI 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.
July is for Jazz and the cool cats will congregate in Cutler Park as Jazz fills the scene! Come early to enjoy concessions in the park, starting at 6:00 p.m. We'll be counting off the tunes from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a great line-up of jazz music. Don't miss this amazing series, which […]
Wonderful Wednesdays 📍 Lake Park (2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee WI)📅 Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13⏰ 6:30 – 7:30 pm🎟️ FREE & open to the public👉 Lake Park Friends Facebook for updates Gather your family for a fun summer tradition! Wonderful Wednesdays is a free concert series for kids and families held at the Lake Park Summer Stage, just south of the playground and tennis courts. ✨ New for 2025: Musa Ice Cream Truck will be on-site selling sweet treats. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food, and drinks. 2025 Lineup: July 9 – Fox and Branch: Energetic, family-friendly folk with a timeless twist. July 16 – Main Street Song & Dance Troupe: Talented teens perform “The Love Spectrum,” a musical about all types of love. July 23 – Yid Vicious: A high-energy klezmer band bringing traditional Yiddish folk music to life. July 30 – Little Miss Ann: Chicago-based children’s musician who gets kids moving with interactive tunes. August 6 – Duke Otherwise: Hilarious, imaginative songs with tap dancing and playful storytelling. August 13 – Susan Salidor: Beloved children’s performer known for her thoughtful, heart-filled songs. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Soak up the sounds of summer at Live at the Oasis, the City of Glendale’s free outdoor concert series! Held at Glendale’s beautiful Richard E. Maslowski Community Park, this lively event brings the community together for music, food, and fun under the sun Enjoy performances by top local bands across a variety of genres, […]
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.
GiGiFIT classes focus on foundational movement and mobile activities such as: Gross motor: Walking, Running, Jumping Balance & Coordination: Joint Stability, Posture, Balance Reactions, Movement Control Combine movement learning with language learning Our classes were designed by skilled Physical Therapists who specifically work with individuals with Down Syndrome, and are led by professional trainers. These […]
2025 Market Season REGULAR SEASON July 5th - October 30th Thursdays: 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturdays: 7:00am to 2:00pm Sundays: 9:00am to 2:00pm 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.
Join us for some fun in the sun all summer and fall long at Apple Holler’s Family Fun Park! Apple Holler is the perfect place for children to enjoy the great outdoors, offering a blend of fun and educational experiences that engage all the senses. Our Family Fun Park is a treasure trove of rural […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. The patterns and shapes found in these Summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and, like an artist’s color wheel, reveal the nearly limitless palette […]
Thursdays through August 28th from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join us for some relaxed, unstructured play time in the garden! Drop in anytime between 9:30 - 11:30 am and you and your young person can explore colors, nature, reading, numbers, patterns, and science, all at your own pace. Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with […]
Boerner Botanical Gardens - FREE Admission!9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI 53130Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Milwaukee County Parks, in partnership with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc. (FBBG) present FREE admission to Boerner on the last Thursday of the month from May - October. Don't forget to explore Margie's Garden while you're […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
Join the celebration on Miracle Treat Day, Thursday, July 31! When you visit participating Dairy Queen locations, $1 or more from every Blizzard Treat sold is donated to Children's Wisconsin through Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Celebrate the best day of the year while giving back to your local children's hospital! Enter your zip code on […]
Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of all things Wisconsin, the State Fair is packed with agriculture exhibits, fair food, and entertainment. Families love the Discovery Barnyard, Kohl’s Activity Zone, and the iconic 200-foot yellow slide ($3 per […]
Shop Fresh and Local May - November The West Allis Farmers Market, located at 6501 W. National Ave., is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. We open […]
All ages. Firetrucks, police cars, a storm chaser, and more! Located in the lot across from the library. 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.
June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7 Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) Different themes for each session! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose […]
Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us this summer in the Children's Area for fun hands-on activities! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
Welcome to the South Milwaukee Downtown Market Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts, Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family! Thursdays May 29 – October 2, 2025 3 pm to 7 pm Bucyrus Commons 1101 Milwaukee Avenue
Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Washington Park - NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Sunshine, smiles, and summer vibes! Join us for unforgettable fun on our beautiful 34-acre campground. Whether you want to satisfy your sense of adventure or just relax and spend time outside, we will have family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. There will also be delicious food and treats available for purchase. Free and open to […]
Sunshine, smiles, and summer vibes! Join us for unforgettable fun on our beautiful 34-acre campground. Whether you want to satisfy your sense of adventure or just relax and spend time outside, we will have family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. There will also be delicious food and treats available for purchase. Free and open to […]
Jazz in the Park Thursdays from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells St Milwaukee WI 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.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM BIKE NIGHT CONCERT SERIESMay 1, 2025 – September 25, 2025 All bikes unite every Thursday from 5pm–9pm at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Grab your bike. Join your fellow riders (and non-riders) for free live music from some of Milwaukee’s favorite bands, fun, drool-worthy rolling sculptures and outdoor food and beverage. All wheels welcome. All […]
Join us in Menomonee Falls for Family Movie Night! "Previews" start at 6pm with live music, beer + wine garden, food trucks, yard games, and the Optimist Club Popcorn Wagon. The free movie will start at DUSK. 100 Free Youth T-shirts will be given away (look for the T-shirt sign as you enter […]
Join us to unwind before bedtime with a relaxing story time! Lead by Waldorf-trained teacher Julie Demet, our summer bedtime stories are the perfect way to end your night. All ages are welcome, and pajamas are encouraged! This series will run through August 28th. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and […]
Concerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens Thursdays at 6:30 pm / June 26 - August 28 9400 Boerner Dr Hales Corners WI Performances occur every Thursday throughout the summer beginning at 6:30 pm and ending at approximately 8:30 pm unless otherwise noted. Admission to The Boerner Botanical Gardens to attend the summer concerts […]
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.
Join us for some fun in the sun all summer and fall long at Apple Holler’s Family Fun Park! Apple Holler is the perfect place for children to enjoy the great outdoors, offering a blend of fun and educational experiences that engage all the senses. Our Family Fun Park is a treasure trove of rural […]
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden! The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. The patterns and shapes found in these Summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and, like an artist’s color wheel, reveal the nearly limitless palette […]
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