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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Every Wednesday June 17th-August 26th, Bars & Rec is giving families and kids an easy way to stay active and have fun with “School’s Out Sling & Slice.” For just $19.95 per person, from Noon-5pm, Sling & Slice includes: 60 minutes of slingshot fun on the Jungle Junkyard Range One hot slice of pizza (choice of cheese, pepperoni, […]
Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.
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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 by a craft related to the story. Wear something that can get messy! Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story […]
Skip the ordinary gifts and treat Dad to a FREE visit to Farm Wisconsin June 18–20! Give him a day to remember exploring interactive exhibits, meeting a dairy cow in the birthing barn, savoring delicious food in our Wisconsin Café, and more. Visit their website to claim your free admission.
Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.
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Ages 3 & up: Dig into the incredible science that's all around us with this event full of audience interaction!
Ages 10 - 14 As seen on BookTok! Join us for a evening of sparkle and creativity. Bring your own book to decorate, supplies will be provided. Registration required.
Mequon Nature Preserve has many family-friendly events throughout the year! These events are FREE to attend! Craft And Storytime One Friday a month at 10:00am, listen to a seasonally-themed book read by one of our staff members! Then take a short, guided hike and come back for a fun craft! All children must be accompanied […]
This 30-minute Story Time welcomes children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community. It will feature stories and songs followed by a playtime and social for attendees. Where to meet us: June 19: The Oak Creek Public Library Multi-purpose Room, 8040 S 6th St Registration is not required. Find out more […]
Come play capture the flag, zombies and other fantastic foam flinging games at the Library with Milwaukee Area NERF Outings! Bring your own blaster or borrow ours. All blasters...
Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]
Ages 0 - 5. No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
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All ages: Celebrate National Dairy Month with the cows from Cozy Nook Farm! Weather permitting.
The store will be open during usual hours (10 AM - 3 PM) but we’ll have ribbon cutting, entertainment, refreshments and giveaways from 11-1! Grab a friend, come shop, mingle, […]
Check out Summer Kölschtice, a Summer Solstice celebration, at Foxtown Station. Enjoy a full day of cold drinks, great music, and DJ sets from some of the best names in the game. Kid Boogie Down kicks it off at 11.30am - 2.30pm with their musical experience with bubbles, fog blasts and fun visuals. Stay for […]
Join us for a giveback day at Three Cellars!
15% of all sales will be generously donated to the Menomonee Falls Library...
🌸 YOUTH YOGA WITH INNER BLOOM YOGA 🌸 Hey everyone, it’s Sherell! 💛 As some of you may know, I’m currently wrapping up my 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, and I’m so excited to officially begin this journey with Inner Bloom Yoga! Inner Bloom Yoga was created to help youth build confidence, emotional wellness, mindfulness, and […]
Celebrate the next generation of Milwaukee musicians at Summerfest! Join MYSO's talented Jazz Studies and Steel Band students as they bring energy, creativity, and outstanding musicianship to the Northwestern Mutual […]
Give yourself the gift of time and give your kids a night of unforgettable fun! Kids age 5+ can enjoy 3 hours of all Field Workshop has to offer, including […]
Bring dad to Slingshot Bar on Father's Day, June 21 and he'll sling for FREE in our jungle junkyard range. ($25 value) While you’re at Slingshot Bar, snag a photo with the Milwaukee Brewers City Connect WISCO mural painted on the west outside wall.
Live at Kegel’s Inn Beer Garden! Get ready to rock, roll, and celebrate the first day of summer! Join us on National Ave. for a full day of incredible […]
Brains On, the wildly popular podcast for kids, is hitting the road with a hilarious science-themed show that takes the audience on an adventure through our brains. Hosts Molly Bloom, Marc Sanchez, and Sanden Totten will be there with magic tricks, dance moves, out-of-body experiences, mystery sounds, and even a game show! All the while, kids (and […]
Air City 360 is hosting our first Father's Day Event on June 21, 2026 from 1pm - 4pm. Celebrate this family day with Outdoor Activities, Trivia, Great Food, Half Off Beer and Family Crafts. Tickets are on sale now!
Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 22, 2026 (for kids ages 6-17). Due to federal regulations, all provided meals are served seated and must be consumed by youth at the playground. All playgrounds are operated as a “free drop-in” program. Though locations are […]
Join our team and fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants can earn eligible volunteer hours while learning, exploring, and contributing to state conservation efforts. No experience is needed.
Come join us as we create dinosaur skeletons using pasta for our Pasta Paleontology STEAM Lab. This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in […]
Grab your explorer’s hat and join Abby the Archeologist on a storytelling journey around the world! Young adventurers will help piece together clues while learning...
Work together in groups to make a recycled dinosaur. We will display your masterpiece in the library after the program ends. This program is for those in grades 3-6 […]
Enjoy a magic show for all ages!
Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime at Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.
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Bring your little ones to the Library to get out some wiggles and practice gross motor skills! This program is best suited for ages 1 – 5 with their caregiver.
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Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.
Think you can handle the heat or are you headed for extinction? Join us for a prehistoric twist on the "Hot Ones" challenge! We’re serving up dinosaur nuggets...
For ages 6 - 11. Explore an artist or art style then create an art project based on that topic! Registration required. Register online, stop in, or call the library at 414-481-7323. Space will be limited. Located in the Hoppe Room, located in the lower level of the library. June: Cave Painting July: Texture Art
Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.
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This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited to meet a special guest! Come say "hello" to our City Clerk to learn all about voting and elections. Registration is not required. This […]
Celebrate the next generation of Milwaukee musicians at Summerfest! Join MYSO's talented Steel Band students as they bring energy, creativity, and outstanding musicianship to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park Stage. MYSO Steel Band June 25, 2026 | 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM & 5:30 PM
Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans in the community. Please wear something that can get messy! All ages and genders are welcome, though this program is designed for ages 4-11 with […]
Ages 7 & up Drop in anytime to play games on the Nintendo Switch! Library supplies the console and games. No registration required.
D-I-N-O, what's that spell? We hope you have a "free space" on your calendar for some special dino-themed family bingo fun. This event is for children ages twelve...
Lake County Cards and SWARMM Events will bring the Wisconsin Card Show to Fiserv Forum June 26–28, marking the first time the popular event will be held at Milwaukee’s premier sports and entertainment destination. The Wisconsin Card Show will be the signature card collecting event in the Milwaukee area, featuring more than 400 tables […]
Free Community Quilt Mural Sewing: All-ages 8+, 3-hours, 4th Fridays 6-9pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish! Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal […]
Ages 7-14 are invited to this FREE interactive performing arts workshop, featuring our 2026 KIDS Dance Assistant, Independent Choreographer and KID Alumna Aurora Hines! Register today! In this 1-hour session, participants have a choice to hang with the band to create their own music composition, earn portions of the choreography from the show with […]
Lake Country Clean Waters proudly hosts the 15th Annual Lake Country Clean Water Festival on Saturday, June 27, at Lakefront Park Beach in downtown Pewaukee. Held in partnership with the […]
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