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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Celebrate the 4th of July with us! There will be a Kiddie Parade down Main Street in the morning followed by children's activities and ice cream at Village Park. […]
Cedarburg's annual 4th of July Hometown Celebration will take place on Friday, July 4. The patriotic celebration filled with Americana continues in 2025 through the Cedarburg Historic District. The […]
Join our American Legion Family for an old time family Fourth celebration! We are so excited about bringing back this tradition to our community! Activities include a patriotic parade, FREE […]
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and we hope you'll join us for the Whitefish Bay parade and celebration! The parade kicks off at 11:30 AM at the […]
Beginning with the rollocking parade at 3 PM down Oakland Ave. and concluding with the traditional fireworks show at Atwater Park, it’s sure to be a day not to miss. […]
The Brown Deer Parks & Recreation Department proudly presents the Brown Deer Fourth of July Celebration. All activities will be held at the Village Park and Pond in Brown Deer. […]
Celebrate Independence Day with us at the Sussex Village Park for fireworks. The full fireworks display can be viewed from the hill in front of the Lions Open Air Pavilion […]
Monarch Butterflies at the Villa July 05, 2025 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Monarch Butterfly Release and Celebration September 01, 2025 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join us […]
Bristol Renaissance Faire Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love: Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day! […]
Sunday, July 6 | 11:00 am & 12:30 pm | Included with Admission The enchanting underwater adventures of Mermaid Echo take center tank next month at Discovery World! Watch Echo's […]
Keep the celebration of the stars and stripes going with giant inflatables on the outdoor pool deck & lawn. An afternoon of jumping, post-holiday weekend, is the perfect way to […]
Celebrate National Recreation and Parks Month with this FREE event at North Middle School in Menomonee Falls. Participants will work individually or in small groups to create their own chalk […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
Mufasa Party - Wednesday, July 9th @ 5:30-6:30 pm for Ages 3-5 Barbie Party - Wednesday, July 16th @ 5:30-7:00 pm for Ages 6-9 Snow White Party - Wednesday, July […]
Sensory Hours Enjoy a 90-minute sensory friendly session for those who require a less intense environment Thursday, July 10th from 9-10:30am Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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 […]
Jam House July 10 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm & August 7 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for Jam House with host Jeanne Marie Farinelli. A […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Piala's 12th Annual Family Fun Fest Saturday, July 12th, 9am - 4pm & Sunday, July 13th, 10am - 3pm Join us for a fun-filled family friendly weekend here at the […]
Learn to write your name in Farsi, Nina Ghanbarzadeh’s mother tongue, using stencils and other art supplies. Start with a two-dimensional version, writing right to left, then experiment, as Ghanbarzadeh […]
Ruckus & Glee 10th Anniversary Celebration 📅 July 12 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Ruckus & Glee is turning 10 — can you believe it?! This Wauwatosa toy […]
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 […]
Neon Brush Kids 📅 July 12 | ⏰ 12:45 PM Connect with your kids in a fun and creative environment. With paints that glow in the dark, stencils to spark […]
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 […]
Boys and girls — ever want to feel what the NHL and PWHL players feel when they’re on the ice? Grab your chance to put on gear, grab a stick, […]
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 Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds📅 July 14–20, 2025💰 FREE Admission🌐 More Info Join the Marcus Performing Arts […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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