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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MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR LOOKING FOR A PRO BASEBALL GAME THAT'S UDDERLY DIFFERENT A MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAME IS THE PLACE TO BE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ages 5 & under. 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 […]
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 […]
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 East Troy and Mukwonago, Wisconsin! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Dino Days of Summer: July 11-August 6, 2026 Dig up discovery as we travel 65 million years into the past to the age of dinosaurs. From examining real fossils to […]
Ages 0-12: Stories, songs, action rhymes, and fingerplays! Please bring a blanket to sit on. Outside weather permitting; inside if necessary.
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 […]
Beat the summer heat with free admission to Schulz Aquatic Center, courtsey of the Milwaukee Aquatics Ambassadors! Enjoy games, giveaways, and a full afternoon of wet and wild family fun. Date: […]
Milwaukee Area Splash Pads & Wading Pools (map linked here) Open June 18 to August 16 Free to the public, open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the air temperature is 72 degrees or above. Plan ahead by viewing the All Pools & Splash Open Status table to ensure your desired spot is operating for the […]
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 […]
Can you solve the puzzles to find the dino DNA and escape the island in time? For groups of up to 4 people. Groups limited to kids ages 6 - 14, with at least one adult. Registration required and begins July 1.
Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. […]
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 […]
Firefly Fridays is back for 2026! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, spend your Friday nights with us at Firefly Grove Park for rotating food trucks, live music from local artists and family fun in the park. Join us every Friday from 5–8 PM. We can’t wait to see you back at the park! Please […]
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 […]
Library Movie Night @ 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm Library Movie Night Date: July 24, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm Join us for this special after-hours library movie night for the showing of Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025, PG-13). We will make & eat dino nuggets and answer trivia about the Jurassic Park & […]
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 to confirm the latest details.
Fridays June 12 - August 21 - 2026 Sounds of Summer June 12 - Motown Review June 26 - King Solomon July 10 - Another One July 24 - 5 Card Studs August 7 - V Funk August 21 - Stone Jam Band Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Starry Nights FRIDAYS, JULY 3-AUG 7, 6:30 P.M | SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS Gather your family and friends, pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find […]
MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR LOOKING FOR A PRO BASEBALL GAME THAT'S UDDERLY DIFFERENT A MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAME IS THE PLACE TO BE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
JULY 24, 2026 / FRIDAY@ 7:00 PM GET TICKETS The Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour is headed to Milwaukee this summer on July 24! Bring YOUR squad and get ready to experience the Dudes like you’ve never seen them before. This brand new tour is filled with larger than life battles, unexpected twists and for […]
Movies begin at 8:30 P.M. - Elm Grove Village Park Pavilion June 12th - Lilo and Stitch Live Action June 26th - The Incredibles July 10th - How to Train your Dragon July 25th - Shrek (Saturday with the Great Elm Grove Campout. Movie will be at the "Campground") August 7th - Zootopia 2 Please […]
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 […]
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: […]
The Fox Point Farmers' Market runs every Saturday, June 13 – September 26 from 8:00am–12:00pm at 7330 N. Santa Monica Blvd. in Fox Point — completely free to attend, outdoors, […]
July Planetarium Programs Wednesday 7/1 at 11:00am - The Sun, Our Living Star Wednesday 7/8 at 11:00am -The First Stargazers Wednesday 7/15 at 11:00am - Beyond Our Senses: Bank Swallows […]
Ready for a modern-day treasure hunt? Join us for Geocaching at Riveredge, where adventure meets exploration! This isn’t your typical geocaching—we’ve hidden special containers all around the property, and you’ll use a GPS unit to track them down. Work together, follow the clues, and see what surprises you uncover along the way. Perfect for families, […]
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 East Troy and Mukwonago, Wisconsin! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
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 can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
Come in for a fun free kid’s event! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Can you solve the puzzles to find the dino DNA and escape the island in time? For groups of up to 4 people. Groups limited to kids ages 6 - […]
Dino Days of Summer: July 11-August 6, 2026 Dig up discovery as we travel 65 million years into the past to the age of dinosaurs. From examining real fossils to competing in T. rex trivia, dino lovers of all ages will unearth fascinating details about these prehistoric creatures. Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
Bristol Renaissance Faire July 11 through September 7 Grab your corset or your homemade chainmail armor: The Bristol Renaissance Faire is set to make its annual return. Open rain or shine every Saturday, Sunday and on Labor Day, the Bristol Faire takes visitors for a rollicking romp through Elizabethan England from 10 a.m. to 7 […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! Reel Movies for Real Needs, a year-round sensory-friendly moviegoing environment at select Marcus Theatres At Marcus Theatres, we believe everyone should enjoy the magic of movies on the big screen. According to the National Institute of Health, up to 16.5% […]
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 […]
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. […]
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: […]
Milwaukee Area Splash Pads & Wading Pools (map linked here) Open June 18 to August 16 Free to the public, open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the […]
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 + […]
Join us for a monthly teen club focused on conservation, community, and hands-on impact! This group is designed to help build community for like-minded teens (ages 13-17) and give back while exploring their interest in the natural world. This club meets monthly on the last Saturday of the month at Wehr Nature Center from 12-2pm. […]
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