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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  • Música del Lago at Colectivo MKE Lakefront

    2024 Live Music Events
    Colectivo - Milwaukee Lakefront 1701 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Música del Lago 2025! FREE Latin Music Performance Series‚ Thursdays @ Colectivo Lakefront, 6pm.June 19th- Orquesta AyalaJuly 17th- Orquesta RumbaAugust 21st- De La Buena @delabuenamusic Back for its 20th year, […]

    Free
  • Juneteenth Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

    Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

    Come celebrate Juneteenth with us at our in-person paint party! Get ready to unleash your creativity and paint the night away with friends and family. No experience necessary - our talented instructors […]

    $35.85
  • Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

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

    Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden!   The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]

    $6 – $8
  • Children’s Fest Day at Henry Maier Festival Park

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Summerfest: The Lil Gig & Family Fun June 20, 2025 (operating hours are noon - midnight)Henry Maier Festival Park | Milwaukee Children's Fest Day is Friday, June 20. On this day, all patrons who arrive […]

    Free
  • Summerfest at Henry Maier Festival Park

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Summerfest: The Lil Gig & Family Fun June 19–21, June 26–28, and July 3–5, 2025 (operating hours are noon - midnight)Henry Maier Festival Park | MilwaukeeGeneral Admission Required | Kids 2 and under FREE Known as “The World’s Largest Music Festival,” Summerfest isn’t just for grownups — there’s a whole world of fun just for kids and families, especially at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park. What’s Kid-Friendly at Summerfest: The Lil Gig: A dedicated children’s festival within Summerfest, featuring local music and performance acts like magicians, puppeteers, dance troupes, and comedy. Kids Boogie Down Dance Party: A nightly dance party to wrap up the day with music, movement, and fun. Huge Playground & Green Space: Let kids run, climb, and explore in a safe and shaded space right on the lakefront. Elizabeth “Bo” Black Family Fountain: A splash pad near the main entrance — perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. […]

    $30
  • Movie Night at Davidson Park MKE

    Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Join us for FREE Movie Nights at Davidson Park—presented in partnership with Near West Side Partners! Bring a blanket, grab some snacks, and settle in early before the movie starts […]

    Free
  • Friday Night Live in Downtown Waukesha

    Outdoor Music 2025
    Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

    Waukesha Friday Night Live Fridays, June – August Downtown Waukesha W Main St Waukesha WI  Premier outdoor music event, held every summer Friday from June through August, from 6:30 pm […]

    Free
  • Movie at Elm Grove Village Park Pavilion

    Outdoor Movies 2025
    Elm Grove Village Park 13600 Juneau Blvd, Elm Grove, WI, United States

    Fridays at 8:30 pm | Village Park Pavilion 13600 Juneau Blvd Elm Grove, WI June 6: Lady and the Tramp June 20: Mary Poppins Returns July 11: The Lion King July 26: The SpongeBob […]

    Free
  • South Shore Farmer’s Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    South Shore Farmers' Market  South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Dr Milwaukee WI  Welcome to the 2025 South Shore Farmers’ Market season! On behalf of the South Shore Farmers’ Market […]

    Free
  • Tosa Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

    Every Saturday 8:00am - Noon through October 11th AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & […]

    Free
  • Fondy Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    2025 Market Season EARLY SEASON Saturdays May 10th - June 28th from 9:00am to 12:00pm REGULAR SEASON July 5th - October 30th Thursdays: 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturdays: 7:00am to 2:00pm Sundays: 9:00am […]

    Free
  • Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

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

    Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden!   The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]

    $6 – $8
  • Saturday Storytime @ the St. Francis Library: Colorful Pollinators

    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Ages 0 - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.

    Free
  • Summerfest at Henry Maier Festival Park

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Summerfest: The Lil Gig & Family Fun June 19–21, June 26–28, and July 3–5, 2025 (operating hours are noon - midnight)Henry Maier Festival Park | MilwaukeeGeneral Admission Required | Kids 2 and under FREE Known as “The World’s Largest Music Festival,” Summerfest isn’t just for grownups — there’s a whole world of fun just for kids and families, especially at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park. What’s Kid-Friendly at Summerfest: The Lil Gig: A dedicated children’s festival within Summerfest, featuring local music and performance acts like magicians, puppeteers, dance troupes, and comedy. Kids Boogie Down Dance Party: A nightly dance party to wrap up the day with music, movement, and fun. Huge Playground & Green Space: Let kids run, climb, and explore in a safe and shaded space right on the lakefront. Elizabeth “Bo” Black Family Fountain: A splash pad near the main entrance — perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. […]

    $30
  • Greendale Concert at Gazebo Park

    Greendale Movie at Gazebo Park
    Greendale Gazebo Park 5798 Broad Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Gazebo Series Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI The Gazebo Performance Series is hosted weekly during the Summer months in downtown Greendale. Each Saturday at 7:00 pm, the GEA […]

    Free
  • Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

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

    Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden!   The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]

    $6 – $8
  • Painting With Ducks at Just Kiln’ Time Pottery Menomonee Falls

    Just Kiln' Time N88W16683 Appleton Ave,, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Get ready for an afternoon full of laughter, creativity, and the cutest ducks snuggles ever!   For just $45, you’ll get:  A pottery piece to paint All painting supplies Quality time with […]

    $45
  • Public Skating at the Pettit National Ice Center

    Skate The Pettit 2025
    Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    See everything that’s happening today at The Pettit Ice Center via our event calendar. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

    $7 – $14
  • Sunday Funday Open Play at St. Francis Children’s Center

    St Francis Children's Center 6700 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Children with special needs of all ages are welcome to Open Play and a planned activity during our Sunday Funday collaboration! During the month of June the planned activities are […]

    Free
  • Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

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

    Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden!   The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]

    $6 – $8
  • Art in Nature at Retzer Nature Center

    Art in Nature
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    ART IN NATURE A Six-Week Art Program Series — Come for one session or all! Nature has some unique art to show us—colors, patterns, and textures everywhere! Let’s explore Retzer […]

    $8
  • Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes

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

    Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden!   The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas. […]

    $6 – $8
  • West Allis Farmers Market

    2025 Farmers Markets
    West Allis Farmers Market 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, United States

    Shop Fresh and Local May - November The West Allis Farmers Market, located at 6501 W. National Ave., is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after […]

    Free
  • Tiny Art Show at the St Francis Library

    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Ages 10 - 18. Create your own mini-masterpiece during our drop-in art session. Each work will then be on display in the Library for the month of July. (Pick-up between […]

    Free

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