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.
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.
Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a […]
AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community. Please note: […]
June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/3 at 11:00am - It’s About Time: Cosmic Cycles We Live By- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/10 at 11:00am - Max Goes to the Moon - $5.00/person Wednesday […]
Baby's First Book Club May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Waldorf-trained teacher Julie Demet leads our monthly book club designed for the littlest ‘readers’! We will have a […]
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! […]
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! […]
Every Saturday at Drexel Town Square May 2 – October 24 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. No Market on Saturday, July 4 Celebrate Oak Creek’s agricultural roots with fresh local […]
Take a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between […]
Friday, June 12th – Sunday, June 14th 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Join us for a 3-day shellabration of Discovery World’s most charismatic residents! Get to know our amazing […]
Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you […]
Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will […]
Friday, June 12, 1-4 pm Saturday, June 13, 9 am-4 pm Sponsored and staffed by The Friends of the MPL volunteers, the very popular quarterly Book Sales feature thousands of […]
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
S.T.E.A.M. Saturdays at the H-D Museum ignite curiosity through hands-on exploration and motorcycle-themed innovation. Ignite curiosity and creativity with our S.T.E.A.M. program, where the art and engineering of motorcycles take […]
Free-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library's challenge! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
A Riveredge Environmental Educator will read a seasonal story and lead an outdoor activity. For kids ages 2-6. Little siblings are welcome to tag along too. Members*: $3 | Non-members: $7 Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins please. The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops! Every 2nd Saturday of the month. Free of charge to […]
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home and gain a better understanding of our friendly […]
RAIN DATE: Sunday, June 20 | 10:00a-12:00p Join Schlitz Audubon Staff to clean up Mystery Lake! We will use canoes to access every inch of the pond so we can remove the large invasive snails. You will learn about this snail species, its impact on the ecosystem, and how you’re making a difference. You and […]
Join us for a MAKE & TAKE cake decorating class! You will choose your own ice cream flavors from a selection, choose your middle, and learn to decorate a 6 inch round cake. The best part is you get to take it home with you! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
The Sheboygan Police Department is sponsoring the 2026 Kids Bike Rodeo. Topics include hand signals, bicycle maintenance, safe riding, rules of the road, lock-up, and handouts. Activities include free helmet fitting, free bike inspection, free education and skills course, and free raffle prizes. The first 80 kids to sign up in advance will receive a bicycle […]
The G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on weekends Saturday & Sunday 10am - 3pm Spend time discovering all the different scenarios that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit […]
Milwaukee Public Museum’s BioBlitz Community Event: Saturday, June 13 from 10 am – 3 pm Wehr Nature Center will host MPM’s 11th Annual BioBlitz, a 24-hour celebration of biodiversity where scientists work together to see how many species of plants and animals they can find in one area. Learn more about MPM’s BioBlitz. While the […]
Public Swimming Pool in Greenfield Park Open June 13 - September 7 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.
Lakefront Festival of Art Returns June 12–14 with 145 Artists, Live Music, Local Food, and New Extended Evening Hours Milwaukee’s favorite summer art festival transforms the Milwaukee Art Museum campus into a vibrant lakeside celebration of creativity and community. One of Milwaukee’s most beloved summer traditions returns bigger, brighter, and more social this June as Lakefront […]
On June 12 and 13, Milwaukee’s Lakeshore State Park comes alive with oars, paddles, sails, and wooden boats. Milwaukee’s nonprofit organization, All Hands Boatworks, invites families, kids and adults to get out on the water –for free—and experience the city’s lakefront from a whole new angle. Row or sail one of All Hands Boatworks’ many […]
Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you […]
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter! Ages 4-6. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Better Together is our revolutionary, innovative 6-week Co-Parenting class designed for parents of children no longer romantically involved to learn to successfully co-parent in a way that is healthy and productive for their children. Classes run for 6 weeks total (3 weeks in separate spaces for moms and dads and 3 weeks co-ed.) Couples with […]
Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by a Pfister Tea Butler, while learning about the tea. The Afternoon Tea menu is complete with fresh scones, sandwiches, and pastries. Wednesdays - Sundays, Seating Times: […]
Touch a Truck Glendale (SAT 13) at Richard E. Maslowski Glendale Community Park Bring the whole family out for a fun, hands-on experience where kids can get up close to some of their favorite big vehicles. From trucks and service vehicles to other larger-than-life machines, there will be plenty to see, explore, and learn about. […]
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Celebrating HartFest’s 30th anniversary Friday, June 12, 5 pm to 10 pm with Brewtown Beat and The LoveMonkeys Saturday, June 13, 11 am to 10 pm with The 5 Card Studs, JD Rankin & the Solomon Royals, and The Gufs Hart Park Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
We are so excited to welcome you and your family back to Tosa Greek Fest’s 57th annual festival for 2026. Experience our authentic Greek cuisine, Greek traditions, Greek culture, live entertainment from The Greek Keyz and see the vibrant beauty of our beloved church with a guided tour. We will also have our annual cash raffle!Be […]
Celebrating Polish arts, culture, and traditions — sharing the gift of heritage with future generations! Live Polish music & dance performances Traditional Polish food & drink Cultural exhibits & workshops Little Miss Polish Fest Pageant Family-friendly activities Vendors & artisans Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/3 at 11:00am - It’s About Time: Cosmic Cycles We Live By- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/10 at 11:00am - Max Goes to the Moon - $5.00/person Wednesday 6/17 at 11:00am - Mysteries of Your Brain- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/24 at 11:00am - DinoSoars! Change Over Time- $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, […]
Join us at the Atkinson Library Summer Reading kick-off event. Sign up for summer reading and participate in games, food, and activities. 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.
Come meet and create with a LEGO MASTER. Challenge your creativity against yourself and friends. All ages welcome! 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.
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Come play, create, and compete using LEGO® bricks at the Zablocki Library! Budding builders and expert architects alike are welcome. Bring or make a friend as we build together at LEGO® League! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
An Evening of Magic & Reflection THE EXPERIENCE Arrive & Explore Check in, receive your lantern kit, and step into a vibrant festival atmosphere filled with live music, food, and activities. Create & Connect Personalize your lantern with a message or intention, and take time to share meaningful moments with the people around you. Launch […]
NFL Players Eric Murray and Dare Ogunbowale host The Mil Football Camp in Partnership with Milwaukee Recreation NFL players and Milwaukee natives Eric Murray and Dare Ogunbowale will be hosting The Mil Football Camp in partnership with Milwaukee Recreation. This FREE one-day summer clinic provides opportunities for young athletes to build on their existing football foundation […]
The 2026 season is full of excitement and opportunities to make lasting memories when you bring the family to a game. As we celebrate our 5th season of DockHounds baseball, we are offering special themes throughout the season that will be sure to amplify your summer. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Free Movies! Lake Michigan! It's Summer Family Movie Time! 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.
Saturday EveningsMovie begins at DuskThe AMP at Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Ave.) The Movies in the Park, is held on various Saturdays throughout the summer at the AMP. The Family-Friendly movies will begin at dusk and is great fun for all ages. 2026 Schedule (Subject to Change) June 13: Lilo & Stitch Live Action July […]
our gather & grow market is a joyful celebration of community and the jam-packed, outdoor season. we’re bringing together some of our favorite local businesses and playful activities to create an event that feels like sunshine, connection, and a whole lot of magic. join us on May 17, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 13, andOct […]
Friday, June 12th – Sunday, June 14th 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Join us for a 3-day shellabration of Discovery World’s most charismatic residents! Get to know our amazing turtles (and meet some turtle-y cool friends from partner organizations), make wearable turtle projects, join turtle enrichment presentations, enjoy animal encounters, and more! Learn from […]
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.