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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🎶 Rainbow Summer 2025 – Free Live Music & Family Fun 📍 Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds📅 July 14–20, 2025💰 FREE Admission🌐 More Info Join the Marcus Performing Arts Center and Milwaukee Downtown BID #21 for Rainbow Summer 2025, a week of free public performances, food trucks, activities, an interactive art installation, and more! […]
Ages 10 - 18. Registration Required. Learn how to make faux stained glass pictures. 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 in the Deer District's beer garden for a summer spin on your favorite book fair! Shop for books, meet authors, and enjoy bookish gifts & activities in the summer sun. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer […]
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, […]
Who doesn’t love the carnival? Come by for an evening of carnival rides, music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Tickets for rides are available for purchase - bring cash! This event is FREE and open to the community - come celebrate summer with us! This event is generously sponsored by Pete's Pops and The […]
Join us with your littles to learn more about MOMS Club. There will be popsicles and sand toys for all to enjoy.Meet up at the kids/play structure area off of Mac Arthur Dr. Have questions? Reach out to us via Facebook Messenger or at mfmomsclubwest@gmail.com Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to […]
Join us for a fun, family-friendly, outdoor event at the Sussex Civic Center! Featured Movie: Dog Man Movie starts at dusk (approximately 8:20 p.m.) Come early (5 to 8 p.m.) to enjoy the Pints in the Park Traveling Beer Garden before the movie. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, […]
Join Milwaukee's largest moms social group Babbling Babes for a date night at Elite Sports Club in Brookfield. We will have Pickleball Courts, a Pickleball Pro to help any beginners (beginners definitely welcome - swing by Target and get your paddles and you're all set), and FREE childcare for babies/kids 6 weeks and up. YOU […]
Our littlest kids will wiggle, giggle, and grow through weekly sessions of movement, music, sensory art, and more! Each class features a special guest instructor for fun, hands-on experiences that spark development and connection. This is a 4-week rotating class and is offered on Friday and/or Saturday mornings. Everyone is welcome! Register here: https://www.jccmilwaukee.org/event/active-baby-series-saturdays/ […]
Friday, July 18, 2025 | 5-9 PM, select locations open until 10 PM We’re thrilled to launch a brand-new event series, East Side Gallery Night, where you can explore Milwaukee’s East Side through the lens of local art and creativity. On Friday, July 18, from 5-10 PM, the neighborhood transforms into a vibrant celebration of […]
July- Ice Cream Family Night is July, Friday 18th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm $15 open play 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.
Join us at Regner Park in West Bend and get ready for the ultimate outdoor obstacle course—equipped with mud pits, climbing and crawling elements, and a water slide! The Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids™ is designed for youth ages 4-15. Course length is adjusted for each age group. Each participant receives an event packet […]
Dog Days at Drexel (FREE!) Drexel Town Square, 361 W. Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI 53154 July 18-19, 2025 Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! This paw-some celebration features thrilling dog dock diving competitions, a canine costume parade, a K-9 demonstration by the Oak Creek Police Department, and a variety of pet product […]
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, July 19 features special guest, Mrs. Kristen, for music & movement. Coffee provided for parents to enjoy while they chat. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are […]
Babbling Babes (Milwaukee area's largest moms social group) is partnering with Primrose School of Brookfield for Summer + Slides: A laid-back morning made for moms who need a breather and kids who need to burn some energy. We’re taking over their spacious, ENCLOSED playground for: Chalk, bubbles, crafts, and tons of space to run […]
The 5th Annual Falls Lavender Festival will take place on July 19th, 2025 from 10-4 pm. Join us at Village Park in Menomonee Falls and enjoy the scent, color, flavor and decorating influence of everything Lavender! The day will be filled with enchantment, vibrant festivities, and delightful surprises. Let the kids cool off and have […]
See Jeff Kinney’s popular character take center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary (or is it a journal?) becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. School can be tough. Really tough. Being the middle child can be even tougher. As Greg embarks on a quest to become popular, we meet his quirky classmates Patty, Chirag and Fregley among […]
Join Bluey and Bingo on a sleepy time adventure! On July 19, at 6:00 PM we will read some Bluey stories followed by an activity. Please join us in your finest PJs and maybe even stop by the café ahead of time and get a hot coco or Frappuccino! Please note: Dates, times, and […]
Join Milwaukee's largest moms social group, Babbling Babes, and The Mom Walk Collective Milwaukee for a Family Walk + beer garden outing at Whitnall Park in Franklin. We’ll start with a family walk and then return to the beer garden for drinks and snacks. Spouses, older siblings, and well-mannered pups are all welcome to join! […]
WaterStone Bank Air & Water Show July 19–20, 2025Milwaukee Lakefront | FREE Admission Milwaukee’s skies will come alive with the roar of jets and the splash of lakefront stunts during the Water & Air Show, one of the city’s most awe-inspiring—and free!—summer traditions. Families flock to the lakefront to witness the precision and power of military and civilian aircraft, including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, F-22 Raptor Demo Team, C-130 “Fat Albert,” and many more. Pro Tip: This event gets loud—noise-cancelling headphones are a must for sensitive kids! 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 Makers Market Sunday, July 20 from 10am to 4pm at the Discovery World Pavilion 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 our Moon Day Paint Party! At this creative event perfect for all ages participants will receive a pre-sketched moon themed canvas and all the supplies needed to create your masterpiece! 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.
Join us for our Teen Ice Cream Day Paint Party! At this creative event for teens participants will receive a sweet treat, pre-sketched ice cream themed canvas and all the supplies needed to create your masterpiece! 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 […]
A brand new Mom + Me Baby Group is here. ✨ We’ll have the Play Café all to ourselves. You heard it right, private play in a cool, cozy space designed just for moms and their babes. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer morning, with room to breathe, connect, and move at your own pace. […]
Join us for a Mom + Baby Group at The Wiggle Room in Mukwonago. Older siblings are welcome for $5/each. Socks are required. Click here to RSVP!
Get out this summer for our family-friendly film series! Monday Night Movies in the Park starts at 6:00 p.m. with pre-movie activities that relate to the movie being played that night! Movies start at 7:15 p.m. and will end by approximately 9:00 p.m. Monday Night Movies Monday, June 16, 2025: Moana 2 Monday, July 21, 2025: The […]
Because YOU deserve a night that’s equal parts laughter, music, and maybe a little shopping too. Babbling Babes (Milwaukee's largest moms social group) is teaming up with Wild and Precious for an unforgettable Moms Night Out featuring Bingo Beats, our spin on music bingo with a playlist full of powerhouse women who bring the energy […]
Join us in West Bend for the 167th annual Washington County Fair! Headliners include Foreigner, Russell Dickerson + Gabby Barrett, and Nashville Next featuring Chris Lane + Dylan Schneider + Greylan James. Admission: $15.95 for adults (13+), $5.95 for youth (7-12). Admission tickets are good for any day of the fair! Get your tickets today. […]
Join Miss April for a cow-themed story time, complete with snack and craft. This month we will have two special guests!! Always a fun time! 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.
Up for a drive? Action, excitement, education,and everything in between make EAA AirVenture Oshkosh your perfect, affordable summer destination! For seven days from sunrise to well past sunset, your Oshkosh day is filled with thrilling displays of aerobatics, informative programs and hands-on workshops, diverse aircraft spanning all eras of flight, evening programs, and much, much […]
Community Resource & Enrollment Fair MPS will host a Community Resource & Enrollment Fair so families can enjoy summer fun, learn about schools, and enroll children for fall. Staff from more than 20 schools will be on site to share information about schools in your neighborhood and assist you with enrollment. Join our team! Staff from […]
Join ASL Oasis at the Milwaukee Children's Museum for robART and time with all the hands on exhibits. ASL interpreter is provided! 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.
Bring the family out to Firemen's Park in Germantown for some Big Top fun! You are sure to find something for everyone to enjoy as we partner with Taste of Germantown. We will have all the best carnival style games, the coolest inflatables, carnival style prizes, music and more! Each activity cost 50 cents. […]
By popular demand, BlackBear Children's Boutique is thrilled to invite you back to their Silhouette Event with the Master Scissor Artist, Karl Johnson! Watch in amazement as he creates one-of-a-kind, traditional silhouette portraits! Join us on Friday, July 25, 2025. Sign up for one 5 minute time slot per person, between 10:00am - 5:00pm. All […]
Join us for a squishy, whimsical night inspired by everyone’s favorite plushie pals—Jellycats (with a glaze-y twist, of course)! At gellycatz @ glaze, guests will:-Sculpt their own Jellycat-inspired character using a half-pound of raw clay-Get hands-on guidance from our friendly glazians-Take home a little glaze swag surprise-Enjoy snacks while they create It’s the perfect […]
Some paintings have gone missing from the local museum. Can you follow the clues and solve the puzzles to find the missing art in time? For groups of up to 4 people. Groups limited to kids ages 6 - 14, with at least one adult. Registration required and begins July 1. Please note: Dates and […]
Friday, July 25th from 10 am to 5 pm and Saturday, July 26th from 10 am to 4 pm Black Bear Children's Boutique 4312 Oakland Ave Milwaukee WI Master scissor artist Karl Johnson will create a one-of-a kind silhouette portrait of your child as unique as they are. Considered America’s premier practitioner of this nearly […]
Saturday, July 26, 2025 | 10AM – 5PM Who says it has to be cold to celebrate Christmas?! Bring all your friends and family for a festive and fun-filled day at the Zoo as we celebrate Christmas in July! With Santa on vacation from the North Pole, the Grinch visiting, and so many others making a stop at […]
Master scissor artist Karl Johnson will create a one-of-a kind silhouette portrait of your child as unique as they are. Considered America’s premier practitioner of this nearly lost art, Karl creates these treasured keepsakes the same way artisans did centuries ago. Each portrait is cut entirely freehand, using only scissors and skillful eye. Appointments are […]
11 am Saturday, July 26th, 2025 FREE FAMILY FUN! More than 100 units will take to the streets for the parade. Marching bands, local political leaders, clowns, scouts, veterans groups, local businesses – and everyone in between. South Milwaukee is known for hosting great parades, dating back to the early 40’s with the Spectacle of […]
Enjoy a warm, sunny day with your family at Summer Playdate! There will be tractor rides, games, food, and more. This FREE event is fun for the whole family! Sign up your family with this link. One ticket per carload of people. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are […]
KidsFest is presented by Don & Joan Sommer and Family. Let’s celebrate all things KID! Join us for:• Live entertainment, including Taylor Swift tribute band “Sailor Thrift and the Eras”• Free inflatables courtesy of Elite Sports Club• Free games and activities including a face painter• "Touch a Truck" including fire and safety vehicles and […]
Nohl Fellow Nicholas Perry will be joined by painters Leslie Vansen and Shane Walsh, all in various career stages, for a conversation about the evolution of their artistic practices. His work is on view from June 12 to August 2 at the Haggerty in The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's Mary L. Nohl Fund Fellowships for Individual Artists […]
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 EAA Aviation CenterEAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902 July 21-27, 2025 Immerse yourself in a week of awe-inspiring displays, featuring daily air shows with breathtaking aerobatics, and two spectacular night shows. Dive into engaging forums, interactive workshops, and unforgettable evening events, all with the unique flair that only […]
JULY 25-27, 2025 FORTE YOUTH PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS* SEUSSICAL JR AT THE SABER CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS 8222 S 51ST ST FRANKLIN WI Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton […]
School of Rock Shorewood and Girls Rock MKE are teaming up to bring new youth music events and opportunities to the community. We hope to promote creativity and empowerment for young musicians. This year we will host our inaugural Milwaukee Youth Idol at the Cooperage to show off the young voices in our community! […]
Bring the whole family to hear local musicians live on four Monday evenings this July! Kick back with a lawn chair or blanket and listen while enjoying beverages available for purchase. Performances take place at the Pavilion from 6:30-7:30pm and are free with membership or admission. In the case of inclement weather, the performances will be moved […]
One of the last FREE fairs in the Midwest! Since 1859, the Ozaukee County Fair has been offering residents and visitors great traditional fair entertainment such as live music, truck & tractor pulls, a full midway, fireworks, demolition derbies, horse shows, contests, 4-H, livestock exhibitions & judging, kids entertainment, and more! For more information, check […]
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 […]
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 […]
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