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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St. Francis Days Labor Day Weekend Festival August 29 – 31, 2025 Milton Vretenar Memorial Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI 53235 St. Francis Days Parade Saturday August 30 - 11:00 AM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Starry Night Series Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 19805 W Capitol Dr Brookfield WI Fridays at 6:30pm in July & August Concert Series begin on Friday, June 27 at 6:30pm Gather your family and friends, pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find your perfect spot in the Wilson Center's beautiful Gerlach/Haack […]
Waukesha Friday Night Live Fridays, June – August Downtown Waukesha W Main St Waukesha WI Premier outdoor music event, held every summer Friday from June through August, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Milwaukee Milkmen Games 7035 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132 May 23-26, 2025 Admission: $11-$51 The 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 […]
Free Friday Night Flicks Lake Park Summer Stage 2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee WI June 27, 2025 @ 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm – The Greatest Showman 2025 is the year of cult films. These are movies that fans are endlessly passionate about and want to see as often as possible. The movie season […]
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.
The City of Brookfield Farmer's market is an organization that fosters the sale of Wisconsin grown farm products and locally produced items. 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.
South Shore Farmers' Market South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Dr Milwaukee WI Welcome to the 2025 South Shore Farmers’ Market season! On behalf of the South Shore Farmers’ Market Committee, we are delighted to share with the community a 27th summer and fall of local, fresh food from over 50 regional vendors, musical performances […]
Every Saturday 8:00am - Noon through October 11th AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
June 21st through October 4thSaturdays--8am until 12pm 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.
8am - Noon Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October 15055 W National Avenue in the City Center On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Dr 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.
For 25+ years, the Waukesha Farmers’ Market has brought fresh, local goods and community vibes to downtown Waukesha. Join us May–October, Saturdays 8am–noon, in the Waukesha State Bank employee lot. Thanks to our amazing vendors, visitors, and Waukesha State Bank for keeping this tradition thriving! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
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 […]
Wisconsin Highland Games Waukesha County Expo, 1000 Northview Rd., Waukesha, WI August 29-31, 2025, 5-10 p.m. (Friday; opening ceremonies and party); 9 a.m.-10 p.m. (Saturday; events end at 6 p.m.); 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (Sunday; events end at 5 p.m.) A celebration of all things Scottish, Irish and Celtic with the mighty roar of the bagpipes, […]
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 […]
Join us every Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM at the scenic Richfield Nature and Historical Park for the Richfield Farmers Market! We're dog and kid-friendly, making it a perfect family outing. Each week features a unique theme, adding an extra layer of fun to your visit. Enjoy a rotating selection of new food […]
Saturdays, May 3rd to August 30th Departing East Troy Depot 10 am, 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm Departing Elegant Farmer -- Guests may board at The Elegant Farmer* 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm (last round trip), 3 pm, 4 pm * Guests boarding at the Elegant Farmer must pick up […]
Curious George at Discovery World (CLOSING WEEKEND!) Discovery World, 500 N. Harbor Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Through August 31, 2025, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This weekend is your last chance to catch Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! - a traveling exhibit at Discovery World that sparks a world of curiosity, adventure, and hands-on fun. Please note: […]
Come join us Labor Day weekend for a family-friendly event in Fredonia! Festivities run from 10-4 on August 30th and 31st. The cost to enter the sunflower field is $5 per person with a max of $15 per family. Entry includes a wagon ride to the field along with one sunflower per person. Additional […]
Third Ward Art Festival August 30 – 31, 2025Historic Third Ward | Milwaukee, WI This open-air art festival includes work from over 130 juried artists, live music on two stages, a kid’s art tent, face painting, and food from local vendors. It’s dog-friendly, stroller-accessible, and a great way to end summer on a creative note. Please note: Dates […]
Join us for the 6th Annual Apple & Sunflower Fest at Basse's in Colgate! Admission includes: 1/4 peck bag of U-pick apples per person Choose between several varieties (when available and while supplies last) including honeycrisp, fuji, zestar, and much more! Sunflower Maze (weather permitting, while last) Pick your own sunflowers are extra cost […]
Bristol Renaissance Faire Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love: Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day! Fully armored jousting matches and interactive parades 16 stages of non-stop entertainment: comedy, puppetry, music, dance & more Whimsical characters (including fairies!) roaming the streets Special KidQuests and hands-on activities for young adventurers Rides and games throughout the grounds Giant turkey legs and other medieval-inspired food & treats The entire faire is stroller- and wagon-friendly, and you’ll find plenty of shady spots and family conveniences to make a full day comfortable. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
ABC Academy Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
St. Francis Days Labor Day Weekend Festival August 29 – 31, 2025 Milton Vretenar Memorial Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI 53235 St. Francis Days Parade Saturday August 30 - 11:00 AM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
August 30: Looking for Dragonflies from 3:30-4:30pm 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: Dates […]
Yearning for escape and adventure, a young boy runs away from home and sails to an island filled with creatures that take him in as their king. 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.
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, […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, 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.
Gazebo Series Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI The Gazebo Performance Series is hosted weekly during the Summer months in downtown Greendale. Each Saturday at 7:00 pm, the GEA brings local musical talent to the park at the Gazebo. Pack a cooler, bring your blankets & chairs to the park, and settle in for […]
Come enjoy the largest annual car, truck and motorcycle show in Washington County! Over 450 vehicles in 20 categories will be judged and awarded, including a "Best of Show" award. This event is always held on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend in downtown West Bend. Free admission for the public to come and view […]
Milwaukee’s only weekly downtown farmers market, Cathedral Square Market, returns to Cathedral Square Park Sundays from 9 am – 2 pm, June-October (excluding July 20). Here's what to expect each week: Fresh produce, flowers, handmade goods/gifts and specialty foods Fresh coffee and food trucks/stands FREE yoga (9-10 AM) and rotating fitness classes (10:15-11 AM) Live […]
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 […]
Sundays: June 29 & July 27: Urban Bird Hike from 4pm-5pm (South Entrance) Sundays: August 31 & September 21: Urban Bird Hike from 9:30-10:30am Lakeshore State Park is home to over 70 native and migratory species of birds, and the spring is an excellent time to spot some of our returning friends! Join us on […]
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 […]
Every Sunday from May-October 10AM-2PM Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue • Greenfield, WI 53220) 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.
Curious George at Discovery World (CLOSING WEEKEND!) Discovery World, 500 N. Harbor Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Through August 31, 2025, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This weekend is your last chance to catch Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! - a traveling exhibit at Discovery World that sparks a world of curiosity, adventure, and hands-on fun. Please note: […]
Come join us Labor Day weekend for a family-friendly event in Fredonia! Festivities run from 10-4 on August 30th and 31st. The cost to enter the sunflower field is $5 per person with a max of $15 per family. Entry includes a wagon ride to the field along with one sunflower per person. Additional […]
Third Ward Art Festival August 30 – 31, 2025Historic Third Ward | Milwaukee, WI This open-air art festival includes work from over 130 juried artists, live music on two stages, a kid’s art tent, face painting, and food from local vendors. It’s dog-friendly, stroller-accessible, and a great way to end summer on a creative note. Please note: Dates […]
Wisconsin Highland Games Waukesha County Expo, 1000 Northview Rd., Waukesha, WI August 29-31, 2025, 5-10 p.m. (Friday; opening ceremonies and party); 9 a.m.-10 p.m. (Saturday; events end at 6 p.m.); 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (Sunday; events end at 5 p.m.) A celebration of all things Scottish, Irish and Celtic with the mighty roar of the bagpipes, […]
Join us for the 6th Annual Apple & Sunflower Fest at Basse's in Colgate! Admission includes: 1/4 peck bag of U-pick apples per person Choose between several varieties (when available and while supplies last) including honeycrisp, fuji, zestar, and much more! Sunflower Maze (weather permitting, while last) Pick your own sunflowers are extra cost […]
Bristol Renaissance Faire Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love: Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day! Fully armored jousting matches and interactive parades 16 stages of non-stop entertainment: comedy, puppetry, music, dance & more Whimsical characters (including fairies!) roaming the streets Special KidQuests and hands-on activities for young adventurers Rides and games throughout the grounds Giant turkey legs and other medieval-inspired food & treats The entire faire is stroller- and wagon-friendly, and you’ll find plenty of shady spots and family conveniences to make a full day comfortable. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
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)
St. Francis Days Labor Day Weekend Festival August 29 – 31, 2025 Milton Vretenar Memorial Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI 53235 St. Francis Days Parade Saturday August 30 - 11:00 AM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Saturdays, May 3rd to August 30th Departing East Troy Depot 10 am, 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm Departing Elegant Farmer -- Guests may board at The Elegant Farmer* 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm (last round trip), 3 pm, 4 pm * Guests boarding at the Elegant Farmer must pick up […]
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, […]
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 […]
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