Milwaukee With Kids

BAYSHORE's Family Flicks Free Movies Series
2025-08-27 17:30 (America/Chicago) | The Yard at Bayshore, 5800 Bayshore, Glendale
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 and blankets; alcohol and animals are prohibited.

Family Flicks Line Up: 6/11: Wicked (2024) 6/18: Moana 2 6/25: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 7/02: Mufasa The Lion King 7/09: Despicable Me 4 7/16: Inside Out 2 7/23: The Wild Robot 7/30: Paddington in Peru 8/06: Snow White (2025) 8/13: If (2024) 8/20: The Garfield Movie 8/27: Dog Man (2025)

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 latest details.

Washington Park Wednesdays MKE
2025-08-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Washington Park, 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
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 promise diverse pairings of music, art, and fun with outstanding regional talent.

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.

Free Summer Concerts at the Oak Creek Community Center
2025-08-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Oak Creek Community Center, Oak Creek WI, 8580 South Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI, 53154, United States
Free Outdoor Summer Concert at the OCCC
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.

Fondy Farmers Market
2025-08-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Fondy Farmers Market, 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53206, United States
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.

Summer Fun at the Family Fun Park at Apple Holler
2025-08-28 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Apple Holler, 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, 53177, United States
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 adventures, where curiosity is encouraged and exploration rewarded.
Only $7 per person (children and adults)Available Daily | Weather Permitting
Included with your pass:

Unlimited play in the Kids Korral Play Area, featuring:

Skee Ball

Holler Hoops

Spider Web Rope Structure

Cool Cow Maze

Little Red Straw Barn

Tinyville Play Houses

Corn Palace Corn Box

Corn Maze

Straw Mountain

Amish Built Train

Rainbow Play Structure

Zip down the Giant Slide after a walk through the Jack and the Beanstalk Story Trail

Explore the Johnny Appleseed History Walk

Race around the Pedal Kart Raceway

Snap a photo at the Giant Butterfly Wing Photo Op

Visit and feed friendly goats at the Golden Goat Bridge

Discover nature at the Bees & Trees Learning Center

Don’t forget your camera! There are photo opportunities around every corner and memories waiting to be made.
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.

Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes
2025-08-28 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-29 09:00 - 16:00 | The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, 53215, United States
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 of the natural world.
Dynamic sculptures meld with the variegated flower bed to create a striking whole; this joyous display will move you in unexpected ways!

Monday – Friday:
9 AM – 5 PM
Last admission is at 4 PM
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‍‍Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
9 AM – 4 PM
Last admission is at 3 PM
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.

Playtime in Alice's Garden MKE
2025-08-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Alice’s Garden Urban Farm, 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI, 53205
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 to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo
2025-08-28 09:30 - 16:30, 2025-08-29 09:30 - 16:30 | Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, 53226, United States
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 life-sized dinos and hands-on discoveries! Exploration Dinosaur is open daily through Oct. 5 and located outside, behind the Small Mammals Building. Cost is $4 per person. Now through October 5th.

Exploration Dinosaur is open during Zoo hours:

9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, May 21 through May 23
9:30 am to 5 pm daily, May 24 through Sept. 1
9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, Sept. 2 through Oct. 5

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!)
2025-08-28 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Discovery World, 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
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: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

West Allis Farmers Market
2025-08-28 12:00 - 17:00 | West Allis Farmers Market, 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
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 later in the day to allow the farmers to bring only the freshest produce, picked that morning, to the market. Farmers may leave early if all produce has been sold. The Market welcomes only Wisconsin-based growers and makers, so you can shop local and enjoy the best Wisconsin has to offer.
View our events page for dates and hours of our seasonal special events.

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.

Public Skating at Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena (Delafield)
2025-08-28 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-08-29 12:30 - 14:00 | Naga-waukee Ice Arena, 2699 Golf Rd, Delafield, WI, 53018, United States
Grab your skates and hit the ice at Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena during Public Skate!
Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply enjoying time on the ice. Public Skate Sessions are open to all ages and skating abilities.
We do not have skate aids or double runner skates. Sticks and pucks are NOT allowed on the ice during public skate sessions.
LOCATION: Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena (2699 Golf Road, Delafield WI 53018)
COST: $7.00 General Admission (Adult/Children); $6.00 Admission (Seniors & Active Military); $3.00/pair for Skate Rentals.
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 at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE
2025-08-28 15:00 - 16:30 | Milwaukee Public Library – Atkinson, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53209, United States
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 events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

South Milwaukee Downtown Market
2025-08-28 15:00 - 19:00 | Bucyrus Commons, 1028 Madison Ave, South Milwaukee, 53172, United States
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

Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
2025-08-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Urban Ecology Center Washington Park, 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
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 change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Jazz in Cathedral Square Park Downtown MKE
2025-08-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Cathedral Square Park, 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
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.

Thursday Bike Nights at the Harley-Davidson Museum
2025-08-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Harley-Davidson Museum, 400 W Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
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 people welcome.
Powered by: Rockford Fosgate® Motorcycle Audio, Twisted Tea® Hard Iced Tea, Dunlop® Motorcycle Tires, Harley-Davidson® Insurance, Wisconsin Lottery®, and Official Harley-Davidson™ Trucks.

2025 Bike Night Concert Series Schedule:
• 22-May – Cactus Bros. (Americana)• 29-May – Prime Country (Country)• 5-Jun – Betsy Ade & the Well-Known Strangers (Pop-Rock)• 12-Jun – Ten Feet Tall (Rock & Roll)• 19-Jun – Rust Belt (Southern Rock)• 26-Jun – Deadelijk (Grateful Dead Tribute Band)• 3-Jul – Indigo Canyon (Alternative)• 10-Jul – H-D Homecoming® Festival featuring Buckcherry along with Hippies & Cowboys and Sons of Sconnie• 17-Jul – Ladybird (Alternative Country)• 24-Jul – Rock Revolutionaries (Classic Rock)• 31-Jul – The Delta Routine & Well & Good – Reunion Tour (Rock)• 7-Aug – FallBack (High Energy Rock)• 14-Aug – Hearthfire (Irish Rock)• 21-Aug – Chris Haise Band (Alternative Indie Rock)• 28-Aug – Dandy Freling / Big Heart Kind Band (Americana)• 4-Sep – God’s Outlaw (Outlaw Country)• 11-Sep – Frank Martin Busch and the Name (Country)• 18-Sep – Whiskey of the Damned (Celtic Rock-Punk)• 25-Sep – Cigarette Break (Hip-Hop, R&B, Jazz)

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.

Menomonee Falls Sunset Concert Series
2025-08-28 18:00 | Village Park Menomonee Falls, N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051, United States
Come experience Menomonee Falls’ premier FREE, family-friendly live music event — the Falls Sunset Concert Series!
Set in the scenic Village Park on the Milwaukee Tool Amphitheater stage, right in downtown Menomonee Falls, this series showcases a mix of local, regional, and national musical acts.
Enjoy six concerts on the second and fourth Thursdays of June, July, and August. The Beer Garden opens at 5:30 pm, featuring a selection of food vendors, followed by music starting at 6 pm.
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 latest details.

Bedtime Stories at Wonderland Bookshop Shorewood
2025-08-28 18:00 - 18:30 | Wonderland Bookshop, 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin, 53211
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 occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

Concerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens
2025-08-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, 53130, United States
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 is free. We are committed to providing an extraordinary experience for live performance celebrating the emotion and sense of community that music creates by showcasing musical talent and creativity while providing a superior experience.
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.

Oak Creek LionsFest
2025-08-29 - 2025-09-01 | American Legion Post 434, 9327 S. Shepard Ave, Oak Creek, WI, 53154, United States
4 day festival over Labor Day Weekend. Free admission & parking, with 3 live music venues, carnival rides, raffles, great food and drinks.
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.

Bilingual Story Time MKE at Bright Beginnings Chiropractic in Glendale
2025-08-29 10:00 - 10:45
Come join the fun! Listen to an interactive bilingual story, sing, dance, and create crafts with us! Free coffee will be available. Please RSVP on the flyer QR code for craft supplies. This event is FREE.

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 latest details.

East Troy Electric Railroad Rides
2025-08-29 10:00 - 14:00 | East Troy Railroad Museum, 2002 Church St, East Troy, 53120, United States
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 or purchase their tickets at the East Troy Depot before returning.
Sundays, June 1st to August 31st
Departing East Troy Depot
1 pm, 3 pm
Departing Elegant Farmer — Guests may board at The Elegant Farmer*
2 pm (last round trip), 4 pm
* Guests boarding at the Elegant Farmer must pick up or purchase their tickets at the East Troy Depot before returning.

Fridays, June 6th to August 29th
Departing East Troy Depot
10 am, Noon, 2 pm
Departing Elegant Farmer — Guests may board at The Elegant Farmer*
11 am, 1 pm (last round trip), 3 pm
​* Guests boarding at the Elegant Farmer must pick up or purchase their tickets at the East Troy Depot before returning.
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.

Public Skating at the Pettit National Ice Center
2025-08-29 11:15 - 13:15 | Pettit National Ice Center, 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53214, United States
See everything that’s happening today at The Pettit Ice Center via our event calendar.
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 Home Games at Franklin Field
2025-08-29 16:30 - 19:30 | Franklin Field, 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, 53132, United States
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 out with their mascot, Bo Vine, and enjoy family entertainment including stunts, games, and promotions.

May 23: Builder Fest – A brick-tastic evening of baseball, building fun, and over $500 in epic giveaways courtesy of Bricks & Minifigs Franklin! (6:35 p.m.)
May 24: Medieval Game (6 p.m.)
May 25: Faith & Family Picnic Day (1 p.m.)
May 26: Military Appreciation Game (1 p.m.)

For Full 2025 Home Game Schedule (May through August), Check Here!
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.

Movie Night and Dinner at the Richfield Farmers Market
2025-08-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Richfield Historical Park, 1896 Hwy 164, Richfield, Wisconsin, 53076, United States
Join us for a cozy summer evening under the glow of our giant LED screen—bright enough to enjoy even before the sun goes down! 🌅
Here’s what’s in store:
🍽 Delicious dinner options from local food vendors
🛍 Local makers with handmade goods
🍺 Cold drinks from Belshire Brewing
🎥 Family-friendly movie starting at 6:00 PM (Newly Released How To Train Your Dragon Live Action) (bring your blankets & chairs!)
✨ Free Admission – All Ages Welcome!
Make it a night with family, friends, and neighbors. Come early to shop, eat, and grab your spot before the movie begins!
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.
