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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Events
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Fox River Congregational Church N34W23575 Capitol Dr, Pewaukee, Åland Islands$15
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A Night in Guatemala at the UWM Planetarium
UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCelebrate Latine Heritage Month with a night of sounds, stories, and stars! UWM Film professor Renato Umali will share his journey to Guatemala that opened his eyes to its vast […]
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Reptile Roundup at Bug and Goose Play Cafe (Elm Grove & Delafield)
Bug and Goose Play Cafe 13448 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove, WI, United States +1 moreSpecial Event: Reptile Roundup! During open play, WPS Reptiles is bringing snakes, turtles, lizards, and more for a hands-on experience! Kids (and you!) can see, learn about, and even touch […]
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Mamas & Minis Gathering | Stroll & Storytime at Thiensville Village Park
Village Park Thiensville 240 Elm St, Thiensville, WisconsinWe’ll start with a short, stroller friendly stroll, then gather for a special storytime in the park with local author Kaylee Monroe, reading her sweet book Daddy Bear Finds His […]
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Pumpkin Mini Cakes at Happy Place Cooking Space
Happy Place Cooking Space W57N14280 Doerr Way, CedarburgGet ready for a Fall baking adventure in our Mini Pumpkin Cake Class! Learn to bake adorable individual pumpkin cakes and decorate them with luscious buttercream. You'll master creating mini […]
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Auditioning Pop Up Class at Mosaic Studios
Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United StatesHow to Prepare ~ Resumes ~ Headshot ~ Nailing the Audition! Work on strengthening your auditioning skills in this supportive and educational ENVIRONMENT. Learn the do’s and Don’ts through a […]
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Piala’s Fall Festival (Waukesha)
Piala's Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc. S39W27833 Genesee Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189, Waukesha, WI, United StatesPiala's 15th ANNUAL Fall Festival Saturday, September 27th, 9am - 4pm & Sunday, September 28th, 10am - 3pm Join us for a fun-filled family friendly weekend here at the nursery! […]
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Doors Open MKE
Downtown Milwaukee WISeptember 27-28 An annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods, Doors Open Milwaukee opens 150+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free. Building listing coming Sept 1, […]
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Doors Open MKE at Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park
Urban Ecology Center - Washington Park , United StatesDoors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! This beloved space in […]
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Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)
Elegant Farmer 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI, United StatesAutumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer Now through Oct. 27, 2025 (Saturdays and Sundays only) 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI 53149 Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and […]
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Foxtoberfest at Foxtown Station Mequon
Foxtown Station 6209 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, WisconsinGet ready to raise your steins—Foxtoberfest is back on Saturday, September 27th from 11am to 10pm! Join us for a full day of Foxtown-style fun as we celebrate the […]
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Fall Fest at Elite Sports Club Mequon
Elite Sports Club - Mequon 11616 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon, WisconsinJoin us for a fabulous Fall Fest that promises to be bursting with fun and excitement! Dive into the spirit of the season with our giant bounce house that will […]
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Teen Night at Urban Air Adventure Park Waukesha
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park 2440 E Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, WI, United StatesThis one’s just for the teens Climb, flip, race, and hang out during Teen Night at Urban Air Milwaukee West. $30 gets you: Platinum Attractions Pizza Slice Drink Serious fun […]
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Sensory Day at Urban Air Adventure Park (Waukesha)
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park 2440 E Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, WI, United StatesJoin us for a special Sensory Day designed for families with children who thrive in a calmer, quieter environment. From 10 AM–11 AM, the park will open exclusively with low […]
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Girl Scout Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesJoin the fun on Sunday, September 28 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, for a day filled with hands-on Girl Scout activities and visiting your favorite animal friends. You're ready […]
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Sturgeon Fest 2025 at the MKE Lakefront
UWM School of Freshwater Sciences 600 E Greenfield Av, Milwaukee, United StatesTicket prices: Free admission, $15 donation to sponsor a sturgeon Hand-release a baby sturgeon into its native home in Lake Michigan at this eco-celebration with Riveredge Nature Center! Educational activities, […]
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Cub Scout Night at Retzer Nature Center
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesCUB SCOUT NIGHT (FALL 2025) Join us for Cub Scout Night at Retzer Nature Center and the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium! Scouts will enjoy exciting, engaging adventures in nature and space. It’s […]
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Mother/Daughter Date Night at Chick-Fil-A Menomonee Falls
Chick-Fil-A - Menomonee Falls W185N9590 Bancroft Drive, Menomonee Falls, WisconsinIt's going to be a SWEET evening! Moms and daughters will enjoy a Candyland themed evening, complete with dinner, dessert, games, and more. Price per couple is $35, and […]
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Sunset Meditation and Night Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesCome unwind under the dome of the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium and meditate for your mental health! View an awe-inspiring planetarium show featuring a stunning sunset as you travel from the Grand […]
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Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesScarecrow Lane 📅 Now through October 31 | ⏰ Sunrise – 10:00 PM Say hello to the unique scarecrows along the Blue Trail at Retzer Nature Center! Scarecrow Lane is […]
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Road America to Host 61st SCCA National Championship Runoffs
Road America N7390 WI-67, PlymouthRoad America will once again take center stage in American motorsports next week as the Sports Car Club of America® (SCCA) National Championship Runoffs® returns for its 61st running, October […]
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Dance Party at Next Step Dance Studio Franklin
Next Step Dance Studio 3501 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, United StatesMufasa 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 […]
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The Hollows at Phantom Lake YMCA (Mukwonago)
Phantom Lake YMCA Camp S110W30240 YMCA Camp Road, Mukwonago, United StatesJourney through magical fairy lands, Viking ships, mermaids, witches, and wizards inhabiting the wooded trails and glistening shores of Phantom Lake YMCA camp. The Hollows is an awe-inspiring, one-of-a-kind experience […]
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Cedarburg Oktoberfest
Downtown Cedarburg WI, United StatesCedarburg Oktoberfest is a free, family-friendly celebration of German culture held the first full weekend of October. Enjoy live polka music, authentic food and beer, Bavarian dancing, a lively marketplace, […]
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Magical Mornings at BlackBear Children’s Boutique (Bilingual) with Señora Betty
Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United StatesJoin us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, October 4th at 10AM in tandem with our special host, Señora Betty of Bilingual Story Time MKE for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling […]
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Menomonee Falls Harvest Festival
Mill Pond Park Main Street and Grand Avenue, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesJoin us in downtown Menomonee Falls on October 4th for a day of fall family fun! Enjoy the beauty of Mill Pond Park during this gorgeous event with: -a […]
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Pumpkin Fest at Basse’s Farm Colgate
Basse's Taste of Country Farm 3190 County Road Q, Colgate, WI, United StatesExperience One Of The Best Pumpkin Patches In Wisconsin! Start your family traditions and come explore Happy Jacks Pumpkin Land at Basse’s for our ever improving Pumpkin Festival in Colgate, […]
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14th Birthday Party at Just Kiln Time Pottery Menomonee Falls
Just Kiln' Time N88W16683 Appleton Ave,, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesJust Kiln' Time Pottery turns 14! We’re celebrating BIG and you're invited to the party of the season! Here’s what’s happening: $14 Birthday Deals select pottery pieces for just […]
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Port Washington Fall Street Festival
Historic Downtown Port Washington Franklin St, Port Washington, United StatesIt's the party of the season in Downtown Port Washington! Fall Street Festival, presented by Harbor Homes, has quickly become a fall tradition in Ozaukee County. Enjoy all the […]
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Lost Arts Festival at the MSOE Grohmann Museum MKE
Grohmann Museum - MSOE 1000 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSave-the-date for our 14th annual Lost Arts Festival! The event will celebrate the activities and ways of work captured in the paintings and bronzes in the museum’s permanent collection. In […]
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Autumn Acoustics Music Festival at Riveredge Nature Center
Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United StatesSway to the sounds of folk, blues, rock, bluegrass, and country tunes just as the leaves begin to turn color. With seven different acts on two stages–one in the heart of […]
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Harvest Fest in Brown Deer
Brown Deer Village Park 920 W Green Brook Dr, Brown Deer, WI, United StatesCelebrate fall with us at Harvest Fest, presented in collaboration with the Brown Deer School District PTC! Bring the whole family for an evening packed with festive fun, delicious food, […]
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Observe the Moon Night at the UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium
UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIt’s International Observe the Moon Night! Gaze at the Moon through our telescopes and cozy up by a bonfire outside of the Physics building. Inside, enjoy a planetarium show at […]
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Harvest Fest in Richfield
Come join us at the farm for our Harvest Fest! We will have Altered Spirits Distillery supplying adult beverages and Moon Dude Coffee supplying other beverages! We also will have […]
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Brady Street Pet Parade MKE
Brady St & Farwell Ave Milwaukee E. Brady St. & Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us on October 5, 2025, from 11 AM – 4 PM for the Annual Pet Parade! Get ready for a paws-itively fun day as pets of all kinds take […]
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Applefest 2025 in Thiensville
Village Park Thiensville 240 Elm St, Thiensville, Wisconsin𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞-𝐌𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦 – 𝟓𝐩𝐦. 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐧 […]
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Barktoberfest at Matty’s Big Backyard (New Berlin)
Matty's Big Backyard 14460 College Ave, New Berlin, United States🎃🐾 Barktoberfest at Oktoberfest 🐾🎃 A fundraiser to support Ma Paws & Me Pet Rescue 📅 Date: Sunday, October 5th ⏰ Time: 1 PM – 5 PM 📍 Location: […]
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Exploring Lab (Fizzy Pumpkins) at Little Sprouts
Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, WisconsinScience plus preschoolers - does it get better?!? This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, […]
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Exploring Lab: Fizzy Pumpkins at Little Sprouts
Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, WisconsinScience plus preschoolers - does it get better?!? This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, […]
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Parent Cafe at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg
Ozaukee Family Services 4922 Columbia Rd, Cedarburg, WisconsinParenting can be rewarding, challenging, beautiful and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why we’re launching Parent Café, a welcoming and supportive space where parents and caregivers can come together to: ✔️Share ideas […]
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Crafting Class! At Mosaic Studios (Ages 5-11)
Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United StatesCraft 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. […]
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Trick-or-Treat Downtown West Bend
Downtown West Bend 120 N Main Street, West Bend, WI, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Kids Night Out at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Milwaukee Campus)
Milwaukee Humane Society Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWhat better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides […]
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Halloween Glen at Hawthorn Glen Nature Center
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHalloween Glen, Milwaukee Recreation’s family-friendly alternative to the usual haunted houses is returning for its 32nd year. The family-friendly event encourages youth to learn about nature in the outdoor setting […]
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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 […]
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Night Pumpkin Train Rides at Milwaukee Light Engineering Society
Milwaukee Light Engineering Society 2620 Country Aire Dr, Cedarburg, WI, United StatesCome and join us for a ride in the dark! Experience the railroad decorated for Halloween at our 19th Annual Pumpkin Train event. Family friendly ... nothing scary! Bring the […]
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Halloween Hullabaloo at Rite-Hite YMCA Brown Deer
Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer, WI, United StatesSo 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 […]
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Spooky Sprint at Estabrook Park
Estabrook Park 4400 N. Estabrook Dr., Shorewood, WI 53211, Shorewood, WisconsinJoin 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 […]
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Autumn at the Village in Saukville
Ozaukee County Pioneer Village 4880 Highway I, Saukville, WisconsinEnjoy 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 […]
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Magical Mornings at BlackBear Children’s Boutique
Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United StatesJoin us at BlackBear Children's Boutique for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading a book and doing a matching craft & coloring activity to follow. […]
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