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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Join us for Baby’s First Book Club! Designed especially for our littlest "readers" (though children of all ages are welcome), this club offers a chance for families to connect, share […]
Visit your local Fleet Farm for a FREE Touch a Truck event! Each store will have different local community service vehicles such as police cars, fire trucks, school buses, garbage […]
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, August 16 features […]
Join the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) at its annual Art & Chalk Fest—a live arts weekend on Saturday and Sunday, August 16–17 in West Bend, WI. This FREE, outdoor, […]
Your summer adventures await! Join a community Girl Scout troop today. Girls entering K5-5th grade are welcome to join our summer community troops. An adult must accompany girls […]
This is for the littles who love to feel fancy, the moms who deserve to be in the frame, and the women looking for a joyful, one-of-a-kind experience you’ll remember […]
Milwaukee Irish FestHenry Maier Festival Park | 200 N Harbor Dr Milwaukee WI August 16th, 2025 at 5:30 pm Children's stage performance Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Come celebrate summer with a special Saturday evening open swim, Saturday August 16th from 6pm - 8pm. This extra evening swim session is open to the public and will feature […]
Admission is free! Kid-friendly fun includes: Bilingual Story Time | Starting at 10 AM Balloon art | 10:30 AM-1:30 PM Face painting with Face Painters Ink Ice cream from Ben & […]
Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 10 AM – 12 PM Children's Business Fair Saint Francis, Wisconsin Taxi and Tide Imaginative Play Space MKE We will be hosting another Children's Business […]
Join us for the best event of the summer! The Main Street Block Party, presented by Exterior Pros, is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Join your […]
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. […]
Registration Required. Sign up for a 20 minute timeslot. Independent readers can relax and unwind by reading to a certified therapy dog! Reading to a dog can boost literacy skills […]
Southridge Mall's 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 is Back! Get ready for an exciting monthly series of FREE, educational events for kids and families. 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟵: 𝘾𝘽𝙎 𝟱𝟴 𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙛 […]
Ages 11 - 16. Registration Required. June Discussion: "Daughter of the Deep" by Rick Riordan. August Discussion: "Isle of Ever" by Jen Calonita. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Wednesday, August 20th and Wednesday, September 17th from 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm The Town Food Truck Festival presented by Discover Brookfield is back! Head to The Corners of Brookfield […]
Kids are invited to a crafty night where they’ll create their very own summer memory pennant — perfect for displaying pins from camp, Disney trips, vacations, and more! We’ll also […]
Date & TimeThursday, August 21, 2025 • 4:00–9:30 p.m. LocationMcKinley Beach, Milwaukee, WI(Lakefront near Lincoln Memorial Dr.) CostFree AgesAll ages OrganizerJoy Engine (public art nonprofit) • Website: joyengine.org Photo CreditSamer […]
Música del Lago 2025! FREE Latin Music Performance Series‚ Thursdays @ Colectivo Lakefront, 6pm.June 19th- Orquesta AyalaJuly 17th- Orquesta RumbaAugust 21st- De La Buena @delabuenamusic Back for its 20th year, […]
Our upcoming event in August will occur on the 21st, from 6:30pm-8pm and will cost $19.99 per person. Slick City socks not included but are required,($4.99). During this time, our park will offer a sensory-friendly atmosphere with no music […]
Richfield Days is a vibrant community celebration held on the fourth weekend of August at Fireman’s Park in Richfield, Wisconsin. This event brings together local organizations and residents to honor […]
Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend Schedule From the Free Fan Zone to the turbocharged races, don’t miss out on the Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend! This year, we’re expanding the […]
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, August 23 features […]
The Falls Festival of the Arts is back and bigger than ever! On Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the streets of Downtown Menomonee Falls (Main […]
Join us for the first-ever Rev & Rumble Boxing Night, an action-packed lineup of Milwaukee’s best and toughest amateur boxers. Enjoy a FREE, high-energy evening packed with top amateur […]
The MKE With Kids Back To School Celebration is your one-stop shop to ring in the new school year and explore programs & activities for your kids. Event Details Date and […]
It’s time to party like it’s 1985! Join Sprecher for an epic 80s-themed anniversary bash on Sunday, August 24 from 11am to 6pm in the Brewery’s Grand Hall and parking lot at […]
Celebrate individuality, diversity, and bold expression on the runway — while supporting free, purposeful programming for individuals with Down syndrome. This inspiring fashion show highlights the many ways our participants […]
HAWS Schallock Center for Animals | W330 S1205 County Rd C - Delafield WI June 24th | 9:15-10:00am July 22nd | 9:15-10:00am August 26th | 9:15-10:00am Join us for a […]
Come enjoy Kentucky bluegrass, authentic traditional music from a simpler time, from this Chicago band. Food sold by and benefitting Cudahy Historical Society. Don't forget your lawn chairs! Rain date: […]
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate summer's grand finale together! Gather your family and friends for a day packed with joy as we bid farewell to sunny days in style—there's […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.); […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Join us for an evening of fun with various stations and hands-on activities for the whole family! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and […]
Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for Family Open Gym on Fridays from 10:30am-12pm Family Open Gym is designed for ages 1-6 with a parent (all ages are welcome on no […]
This is a FREE family event that takes place in the Hartford Recreation Center parking lot! Bring your kids to explore various vehicles and trucks from business across Southeastern Wisconsin […]
Kids Workshops at your local Home Depot is a FREE hands-on learning experience that encourages skill-building and creativity in children ages 5-12. Join us at 9am the first Saturday of […]
Join us on Saturday September 6th from 10-4 for the Planes, Trains and Automobiles event at Ozaukee County Pioneer Village in Saukville. There's fun for the whole family including LIVE […]
Fall On the Farms @ Old World Wisconsin 📅 August 30-September 28 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday) A nip in the air, forests full of […]
On Saturday, September 6th, and Sunday September 7th, Gift of Wings is hosting The IKEA Frank Mots Int’l Kite Festival, Presented by Gift of Wings, 46 Years in Veterans Park, […]
The second annual Old Falls Renaissance Faire at Old Falls Village is the newest event happening in September. Join us for educational fun, beer, food and presentations the whole weekend. […]
Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for All Ages Open Gym on Saturdays from 4-5:30pm. RULES: Ages 6 & Under - Parents chaperone kids & remain within arm's reach. Parents are […]
Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children while you are […]
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