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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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. […]
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, […]
Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe […]
Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for Family Open Gym on Fridays from 10:30am-12pm Family Open Gym is designed for ages 1-6 with a parent (all ages are welcome on no […]
Public Ice Skating AT EBLE PARK ICE ARENA Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena! Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply enjoying time on the ice. Our Public Skate Sessions are open to all ages and skating abilities. Please note: Dates […]
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. […]
Only one will claim the night. The Dark Knight of Gotham City™ begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes a […]
Only one will claim the night. The Dark Knight of Gotham City™ begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]
Unwrap the fun early! Sidewalk sale steals + blind bags for bonus surprises. Also, we are selling some well-cared-for fixtures we are no longer using. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
FRIENDS OF RETZER NATURE CENTER'S APPLE HARVEST FESTIVAL Celebrate autumn at our family-friendly Apple Harvest Festival! Purchase fresh apples and enjoy delicious apple treats like pies, crisps, and cider at the Apple Market. Visit the Delafield Brewhaus Beer Garden for food, creamy root beer, and beer (21+) – try the Retzer Apple Ale! Browse eco-friendly […]
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 […]
Step into a world of wonder this autumn as our new Fall Floral Show, Mythical Menagerie, opens September 20th and runs through November 9th! To make the fall show opening […]
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. […]
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 […]
September 20: Fall Scavenger Hunt 9:30am-10:30am Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
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 […]
Take it Outside - Bike Day Saturday, September 20, 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Menomonee Valley Urban Ecology Center 3700 W Pierce St Milwaukee, WI Join us at the Menononee Valley […]
Harvest Fest Trains Saturdays and Sundays September 6th through October 26th Combine the fun of a ride on a historic electric train with fall activities such as the Elegant Farmer’s Autumn Harvest Fest. The first train leaves the East Troy Depot at 10am The first train leaves The Elegant Farmer about 11am The last train leaves the East […]
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 […]
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 golden trees and hops harvesting can only mean one thing: fall has arrived at Old World Wisconsin! Crunch your way through leafy woodland trails, sip […]
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, […]
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 […]
Saturday, September 20 at 10:30 am Storytime with Sue - free family fun! Storytime Sue is back! Sue, a retired kindergarten teacher and early childcare specialist turned expert storyteller is sure to please your toddler and preschooler with her stories and songs! See you there! Free family event. Please note: Dates and times are […]
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 […]
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 View, Milwaukee. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
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, […]
Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for All Ages Open Gym on Saturdays from 4-5:30pm. RULES: Ages 6 & Under - Parents chaperone kids & remain within arm's reach. Parents are […]
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. […]
Every Other Saturday / 6:00pm - 8:30pm Drop Off Your Children Age 6-12 years old for LEGO FUN! EAST TOSA has so many amazing restaurants, so leave the kids with us, where everything is awesome, while you go enjoy an well deserved break. Supervised LEGO play, pizza, juice box, and more! Please note: Dates and […]
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 […]
Only one will claim the night. The Dark Knight of Gotham City™ begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes a […]
Only one will claim the night. The Dark Knight of Gotham City™ begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes a […]
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 book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy […]
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 […]
Step into a world of wonder this autumn as our new Fall Floral Show, Mythical Menagerie, opens September 20th and runs through November 9th! To make the fall show opening […]
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. […]
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 […]
Harvest Fest Trains Saturdays and Sundays September 6th through October 26th Combine the fun of a ride on a historic electric train with fall activities such as the Elegant Farmer’s Autumn Harvest Fest. The first train leaves the East Troy Depot at 10am The first train leaves The Elegant Farmer about 11am The last train leaves the East […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 golden trees and hops harvesting can only mean one thing: fall has arrived at Old World Wisconsin! Crunch your way through leafy woodland trails, sip […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
Puerto Rican Festival of Wisconsin September 21, 2025 from 11:00 am – 8:00 pm Henry Maier Festival grounds 200 N Harbor Dr Milwaukee, WI Puerto Rican Festival of Wisconsin is […]
HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN. THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Tickets (September 14 & 15) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Tickets (September 21 & 22) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Tickets (September 28 & […]
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 […]
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