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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  • Reopening of Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2025
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Pocket Park at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum The Pocket Park exhibit at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum — designed just for kids 4 and under — is getting a magical tooth fairy garden theme refresh. Families will find a brand-new treehouse, an expanded soft crawl area, and a larger nursing room with a changing table for caregivers. Thanks to support […]

    $13 – $14

  • Playgroups at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg

    Playgroups at Ozaukee Family Services in Cedarburg
    Ozaukee Family Services 4922 Columbia Rd, Cedarburg, Wisconsin

    A welcoming playgroup for parents and children ages 0–5! Join us for a fun and relaxed environment where you and your child can play, explore, and connect. Meet other parents/caregivers, share experiences, and build lasting friendships - everyone is welcome, whether you're coming with friends or hoping to make new ones! Facilitated by OFS Parents […]

    Free

  • Mondo Lucha at Turner Hall Ballroom (Ages 18+)

    Pabst Theater Group 2025 Events
    Turner Hall Ballroom 1040 Vel R Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Milwaukee's own MONDO LUCHA! returns to the historic Turner Hall Ballroom for its 17th year! This one of a kind spectacular mixes high-flying professional wrestling, world class burlesque performances, music […]

    $45

  • Oktoberfest at Barthel Fruit Farm in Mequon

    Barthel Fruit Farm 12246 N Farmdale Road, Mequon, WI, United States

    Join us for Oktoberfest at Barthel Fruit Farm in Mequon! There will be live polka music featuring Carol and the Keynotes, beer, brats, hot dogs, warm pretzels, wine, hammerschlagen, and more!   Live music schedule: Saturday, September 20th: 12:00-4:00 Sunday, September 21st: 11:00-3:00   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and […]

  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha WI

    Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]

    Free

  • Opening Weekend of MKE Domes Fall Show Mythical Menagerie

    2025 Milwaukee Domes Events
    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Show Dome Theme: Mythical Menagerie September 20 - November 9 Loki, Medusa, and Merlin aren’t just legendary beings—they’re fantastical plants in this fall’s magical, horticultural experience at the Mitchell Park […]

    $6 – $9

  • Thresheree + Harvest Festival, presented by Richfield Historical Society

    Richfield Historical Park 1896 Hwy 164, Richfield, Wisconsin, United States

    Richfield Historical Society (RHS) invites all to welcome fall at its annual Thresheree & Harvest Festival event. The celebration will be held Saturday and Sunday, September 20th  and 21st, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at Richfield Historical Park located at 1896 Hwy 164, Richfield WI 53076. Admission is $6 for adults, 12 and under free, […]

    $6

  • Magical Mornings at BlackBear Children’s Boutique

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

    Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, September 20th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE  storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading "The Mixed-Up Chameleon" by Eric Carle and crafting matching chameleons to follow! Best-suited for ages 1-4 years. Hope to see you there!   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to […]

    Free

  • Appleland’s Fall Festival

    Appleland’s Fall Festival
    Appleland Farm Market 4177 State Road 57, Fredonia, United States

    We are excited to welcome you to Appleland's Fall Festival on September 20th & 21st from 10am - 4pm each day! This is a fun filled family event that we look forward to each year!   Activities include:-U-Pick Honeycrisp (last chance for U-Pick Honeycrisp of the season)-U-Pick pumpkins-Brat and burgery fry-Wine tasting & beer tent-Caramel […]

    Free

  • Fall On the Farms at Old World Wisconsin

    Old World Wisconsin 2025
    Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI, United States

    Fall On the Farms @ Old World Wisconsin 📅 August 30-September 28 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday) A nip in the air, forests full of […]

    $13 – $20

  • Pumpkin Farm at Basse’s Farm Colgate (Opening Weekend)

    Pumpkin Farm at Basse’s Farm Colgate (Opening Weekend)
    Basse's Taste of Country Farm 3190 County Road Q, Colgate, WI, United States

    Experience 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, Wisconsin. Only 25 minutes north west of Milwaukee. Enjoy our pumpkin patch to pick-your-own perfect pumpkin, challenge yourself in our 8 acre corn maze, and […]

    $18 – $23

  • Cedarburg Wine & Harvest Festival

    Cedarburg Wine & Harvest Festival
    Downtown Cedarburg WI, United States

    Get excited for all things  FALL at Festival of Cedarburg's Wine & Harvest Festival! Enjoy the FREE two day festival featuring Arts on the Avenue and Family-Friendly Party in the Park at Cedar Creek Park. There will also be a makers market, food vendors, beer/wine, local boutiques/restaurants/cafe's/bars, live music, pumpkin activities, and more!   Please note: […]

    Free

  • Monster Truck Throwdown at Slinger Super Speedway

    Slinger Super Speedway 280 Cedar Creek Road, Slinger, WI, United States

     Witness the speed, style, and destruction of Monster Truck Throwdown as 6 of the wildest monster trucks in the Midwest take over Slinger Speedway on Saturday, September 20th for one big event!   Don't miss your opportunity to catch the stars of car crushing in action: The flying dump truck DIRT CREW The 12,000 lbs. building block […]

    $24 – $72

  • Bay View Bash

    2025 South Suburbs
    Bay View, WI Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI

    SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 from 11:00 am - 10:00 pm The Bay View Bash takes place on the 3rd Saturday each September between Potter and Clement on Kinnickinnic Avenue in Bay […]

    Free

  • Grand Opening Party at Goldfish Swim School Oak Creek

    Goldfish Swim 2025
    Goldfish Swim School - Oak Creek 140 E Rawson Ave, Oak Creek, United States

    September 20 | ⏰ 2:00 – 6:00 PM A new Goldfish Swim School just opened in Oak Creek, and they're celebrating with a Grand Opening party. Expect an afternoon full of fun - with a free family open swim, bounce house, food trucks, raffles, and tours. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

    Free

  • DroneArt Show: The Concert That Takes Flight

    Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    DroneArt Show: The Concert That Takes Flight   🌍 After sold-out performances all around the world, DroneArt Show is lighting up the sky in Milwaukee!  As night falls, hundreds of illuminated drones take off and create stunning shapes in the sky, moving in time with live classical music. Choreographed perfectly to the music, this open-air […]

    $39
  • Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha WI

    Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Retzer Nature Center 2025
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    FALL STORY HIKE Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This […]

    Free

  • Opening Weekend of MKE Domes Fall Show Mythical Menagerie

    2025 Milwaukee Domes Events
    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Show Dome Theme: Mythical Menagerie September 20 - November 9 Loki, Medusa, and Merlin aren’t just legendary beings—they’re fantastical plants in this fall’s magical, horticultural experience at the Mitchell Park […]

    $6 – $9

  • Discounted Sundays at the Milwaukee County Zoo

    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    Sunday, September 21: Milwaukee County Discount Sunday Milwaukee County residents can visit the Zoo and receive the reduced County admission rate: $11.50 for adults and $9 for children (age 3 to 12). Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

    $9 – $12

  • Flight Day at Discovery World

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

    Get ready to take to the skies without leaving the ground! Join us for a full day of high-flying fun at Flight Day. ✈︎ Paper Airplane Distance Competition: Test your skills and see how far your creation can soar! Competitors will be entered into a raffle to win Southwest Airlines tickets.✈︎ Interactive Exhibitors – Explore […]

    $21 – $25

  • Appleland’s Fall Festival

    Appleland’s Fall Festival
    Appleland Farm Market 4177 State Road 57, Fredonia, United States

    We are excited to welcome you to Appleland's Fall Festival on September 20th & 21st from 10am - 4pm each day! This is a fun filled family event that we […]

    Free

  • Fall On the Farms at Old World Wisconsin

    Old World Wisconsin 2025
    Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI, United States

    Fall On the Farms @ Old World Wisconsin 📅 August 30-September 28 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday) A nip in the air, forests full of […]

    $13 – $20

  • Eye Walk for Sight at the Milwaukee Co Zoo

    2025 Events at the Milwaukee County Zoo
    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    Join us for the EyeWalk for Sight on Sunday, September 21, at the Milwaukee County Zoo—a family-friendly event filled with fun and purpose! Enjoy a walk through the zoo, games, activities, and raffle baskets, all while raising awareness for healthy vision. We’re excited to welcome our 2025 Vision Screening Ambassador, who will share their inspiring […]

    $12.50 – $35

  • Packer Viewing Party at Davidson Park

    Harley-Davidson Museum 2025 Events & Activities
    Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    FOOTBALL TAILGATE SEPTEMBER 21 • 12:00–3:00PM Join us for an incredible “tailgate” experience with great food, drinks, entertainment, and all your favorite tailgating traditions. Enjoy interactive games, giveaways, a wing competition, and more as we gear up to cheer on the green and gold! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

    Free

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