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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  • Wee Wonders

    Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center

    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
  • Tribute Tuesday Concert – Journey Tribute at Cutler Park in Waukesha

    Les Paul Performance Center 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music at Tribute Tuesday! This free concert series brings top-tier tribute bands to the Les Paul Performance Center at Cutler Park in Waukesha, […]

    Free
  • Baby Cafe Summer Edition at Chabad of the East Side Milwaukee

    3030 E Kenwood Boulevard Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211 3030 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for Baby Cafe ~ Summer Edition! Make your summer mornings extra special with this cozy, interactive meet-up for parents and their little ones (ages 0-3). Enjoy a warm […]

    Free
  • Sussex Lions Daze

    Sussex Lions Daze

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

    It's that time of year again! Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. From July 11th to July 13th, the Sussex […]

    Free
  • Moons and Myths

    Moons and Myths at the UWM Planetarium

    1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139 UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Travel to the most famous moons in the solar system, from fiery Io to icy Europa where there is evidence of the key to life: liquid water. Delve into the […]

    $5 – $6
  • Neon Brush Kids: A Family-Friendly Art Experience

    Neon Brush Kids: A Family-Friendly Art Experience 📍 The Box MKE, 311 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202 📅 Saturday, May 17 & Saturday, July 12 🕒 Sessions at 10:30 […]

  • Kids Fishing Day at Fleet Farm

    Our annual FREE Kid's Fishing Day is back!   Come enjoy fun and informative fishing activities, games & more for ALL ages as we help teach the next generation of […]

    Free
  • African Cultural Festival at Brown Deer Park

    Brown Deer Park 7835 N. Green Bay Rd, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Join us for a community cultural event which brings Africans, Americans, and friends together to celebrate their rich cultural heritage. This event is FREE and family-friendly. For more information, click […]

    Free
  • Babbling Babes x SheWolf MKE: Mom + Me Boxing

    Join us at SheWolf MKE (Women's Boxing) for a mom + me boxing class. This is designed for moms and their kids (ages 4-10) to move, sweat, and tap into […]

    $30
  • LEGO Day with the Chinooks at Kapco Park Mequon

    Kapco Park 12800 N Lake Shore Dr, Mequon, WI 53097, USA

     LEGO Day with the Chinooks    Join us at Kapco Park for a brick-tastic afternoon at the ballgame!    Saturday, July 13th Game Time: 1:05 PM   Celebrate all things LEGO […]

  • 🎶 Rainbow Summer 2025 – Free Live Music & Family Fun

    Marcus Center For The Performing Arts 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    🎶 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 […]

    Free
  • MKE Books & Buddies Kid’s Book Fair at Deer District Beer Garden

    The Beer Garden in The Deer District 1133 N Old World 3rd St, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • JCC Community Carnival

    Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay

    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! […]

    Free
  • MOMS Club Open House at Rotary Park Menomonee Falls

    Rotary Park Menomonee Falls N86W14230 Fond du Lac Ave, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

    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 […]

    Free
  • Sussex Outdoor Family Movie Night + Pints in the Park

    Sussex Civic Center N64W23760 Main Street, Sussex, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Babbling Babes x Elite Sports Club Brookfield: Pickleball Date Night

    Elite Sports Club - Brookfield 13825 Burleigh Road, Brookfield, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Black Cat Alley 2025

    East Side Gallery Night at Black Cat Alley MKE

    Black Cat Alley MKE Black Cat Alley, E Ivanhoe Pl, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids in West Bend

    Regner Park 800 N Main St, West Bend, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Active Baby Class at JCC

    Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay

    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 […]

    $32
  • Babbling Babes x Primrose School of Brookfield: Summer Sips & Slides

    Primrose School of Brookfield 18430 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, Wisconsin

    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 […]

    $10
  • 2025 Milwaukee Air and Water Show

    Milwaukee Lakefront Air and Water Show

    Milwaukee Lakefront Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • 5th Annual Lavender Fest in Menomonee Falls

    Village Park Menomonee Falls N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Bluey Pajama Story Time at Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE

    Barnes and Noble BAYSHORE 5755 N Bayshore Drive, Glendale, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Moon Day Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

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

    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, […]

    $30
  • Teens Ice Cream Day Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

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

    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 […]

    $35.85
  • Monday Night Movies – The Wild Robot at Cutler Park in Waukesha

    Les Paul Performance Center 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Washington County Fair

    Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center 3000 County Hwy PV, West Bend, WI, United States

    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 + […]

    $15.95
  • Toddler Story Time at Chick-Fil-A Menomonee Falls

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

    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, […]

    Free
  • EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh

    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 […]

    $29 – $68
  • Up For A Drive 2025

    EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

    EAA Aviation Center 3000 Poberezny Rd, Oshkosh, United States

    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 […]

    $50 – $70
  • ASL Oasis at Betty Brian Children’s Museum: robART

    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $12 – $18
  • Family Fun Carnival in Germantown

    Firemen's Park W162N11870 Park Ave, Germantown, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Hand Cut Silhouette Event at BlackBear Children’s Boutique

    Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United States

    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, […]

    $35

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