Milwaukee Family Events

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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  • Crafting Class! At Mosaic Studios (Ages 5-11)

    Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

    Craft with Ms. Morgan: Ages 5-11 4:30- 6:30 Bring our your creativity with Ms. Morgan in her crafting Corning! From Bracelets, to art, pom pom creations and more let Ms. […]

    $25

  • Trick-or-Treat Downtown West Bend

    Downtown West Bend 120 N Main Street, West Bend, WI, United States

    Come on up to downtown West Bend and dress in your Halloween best! Bring your treat bag and get ready to trick-or-treat at various businesses. There will also be FREE […]

    Free

  • Jackson Fall Festival of Fun

    One night, three events ... Glo Run/Walk - Ghoul Gala - Beer Garden   5:30pm Glo Run/Walk Registration Opens6:30pm Glo Run/Walk RACE Begins with Police & Fire Siren Start6:30-8:30pm Ghoul […]

    $25 – $60

  • Halloween Hullabaloo at Rite-Hite YMCA Brown Deer

    Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer, WI, United States

    So much fun, it's scary! Put on your costume, gather your friends, and join us for a ghoulish good time. Enjoy family-friendly games, crafts, trick-or-treating, and more. $20/family, free for […]

    $20

  • Spooky Sprint at Estabrook Park

    Estabrook Park 4400 N. Estabrook Dr., Shorewood, WI 53211, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon!  A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes: Great Swag - designer shirt […]

    $17 – $66

  • Autumn at the Village in Saukville

    Ozaukee County Pioneer Village 4880 Highway I, Saukville, Wisconsin

    Enjoy a wonderful day in the country! Tour the 25th historic buildings, see demonstrations of trades of old, farming exhibits, music throughout the village by members of Pickin' Up Speed […]

    Free

  • Fall Into Grafton

    Downtown Grafton Grafton, WI, United States

    Fall Into Grafton is a FREE family event held at Paramount Plaza between Bridge and Beech Street in downtown Grafton. Fall Into Grafton features children's activities, mini golf, the annual […]

    Free

  • Shorewood Fish & Feather Festival

    Hubbard Park 3565 N Morris Blvd, Shorewood, WI, United States

    Join us for a beautiful day on the banks of the Milwaukee River. Enjoy the fall colors, salmon running up river, migrating birds, great food, music, and tons of fun […]

    Free

  • Harvest the Arts Festival in Hartford

    Downtown Hartford 33 N Main Street, Hartford, Wisconsin, United States

    The Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting Harvest the Arts Festival on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Downtown Hartford!  This day promises something for everyone—whether […]

    Free

  • Milwaukee Public Market Harvest Festival

    Milwaukee Public Market 400 N Water St, Milwaukee

    We’re celebrating 20 years of the Milwaukee Public Market at this year’s Harvest Festival! 🎃 We have an event packed with free activities and entertainment, perfect for the whole family: […]

    Free

  • Little Mondays (Fall Harvest Sensory Bin)

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    We're kicking off the week with hands on activities with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can expanded […]

    $30.00

  • Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center

    Wee Wonders
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    WEE WONDERS Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. […]

    $5

  • Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Milwaukee Campus)

    Wisconsin Humane Soceity Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra […]

    Free

  • Tiny Tasters: Spooky Swirls and Sprinkles at Little Sprouts

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Join us for Tiny Tasters: A Fall Cooking Series! Our hands-on culinary adventure for little chefs aged 2-6! In partnership with Toddlers Love to Cook, this three-part series at Little […]

    $38

  • Free Family Nature Club in Saukville

    Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together. This Family Nature […]

    Free

  • Read Learn Create at The Oak Creek Public Library

    Read Learn Create
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 15-20 minute story time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). It features stories, songs, and rhymes that foster early literacy and will be followed […]

    Free

  • Spooky Sussex

    Sussex Village Park W244N6125 Weaver Dr, Sussex, WI, United States

    Join us for Spooky Sussex 2025, presented by Sussex NAPA Auto Parts!   Spooky Sussex is a not-so-scary, family-friendly, Halloween event with activities geared for children 10 and under. This […]

    $12

  • Fall into Fun Run 5K/10K in Brown Deer

    Brown Deer Village Park 920 W Green Brook Dr, Brown Deer, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season at the Fall into Fun Run, a festive 5K and 10K walk/run race taking place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Village Park in Brown Deer! Whether […]

    $35 – $40

  • Tree Climbing Festival at Riveredge Nature Center

    Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

    Want to get up into the trees? Encounter the giants of the forest and explore trees from a new perspective as you climb into the canopy under the guidance of […]

    $25

  • Floating Pumpkin Patch at Tri-County YMCA Menomonee Falls

    Tri County YMCA N84W17501 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Join us for our annual Floating Pumpkin Patch! Every registered family member will have 45 minutes to go swimming and select a pumpkin from our Family Pool. This event is […]

    $7

  • Tales by the Fire at HAWS Waukesha

    HAWS 2025 Events
    HAWS Animal Shelter Waukesha 701 Northview Road, Waukesha, United States

    Join us for a cozy and fun-filled fall event at the Schallock Center for Animals! Tales by the Fire is a Halloween-themed evening perfect for families and animal lovers of all […]

    $10

  • Fall Fest at St. Francis Children’s Center (for special/support needs families)

    St Francis Children's Center 6700 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for our Annual Fall Fest, a fun and inclusive event created especially for families with children who have special or support needs. 🎃 Enjoy a low-pressure, family-friendly morning on our large […]

    Free

  • Species Spooktacular at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

    Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI

    It’s the time of year when the haunts come out to play at the Center. You can come in costume to learn about some of nature’s spooky and misunderstood animals! […]

    $18

  • Milwaukee Makers Market at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2025 Events
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee Makers Market October 19th - Discovery World / November 29th - Discovery World / December 21st - Discovery World 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Celebrate Shop Small Saturday with […]

    Free – $25

  • Kids Halloween Black Cat Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

    Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

    Get ready for a spooktacular time painting black cats with the kiddos at our paint party! Welcome to the Kids Halloween Black Cat Paint Party! 🎃🖌️ Join us at 5706 N Centerpark […]

    $30.20

  • Teens Halloween Black Cat Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

    Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

    Get ready to unleash your inner artist at the coolest Halloween paint party for teens – come create your own black cat masterpiece! Come join us for a spooktacular time […]

    $30.20

  • Dye + Dash: Trick or Treat Tote Workshop at Little Sprouts Cafe + Play

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Get ready for a colorful and creative Halloween celebration! This event is designed specifically for our Little Sprouts ages 2–6 to create their own custom trick-or-treat bag and burn off […]

    $28

  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Release Party at Wonderland Bookshop

    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Come celebrate the release of the highly anticipated 20th book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series!! We'll have party favors, treats, activities, and a Greg Heffley approved raffle drawing […]

    $10

  • Fall Fest Family Night at Chick-Fil-A Menomonee Falls

    Chick-Fil-A - Menomonee Falls W185N9590 Bancroft Drive, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

    Join us for our Fall Fest Family Night! We will have face painting, balloon animals, and you can decorate your own pumpkin! Free to attend. No registration required.   Please […]

    Free

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