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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Address: 3725 W Juneau Ave | Fully wheelchair accessible Explore the newly opened Davidson Park, located on Harley-Davidson’s historic campus! This 4.8-acre urban oasis was created with community input, making […]
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Ever wondered how Carmex, […]
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step inside the beautifully […]
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step into the beautiful […]
Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer Now through Oct. 27, 2025 (Saturdays and Sundays only) 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI 53149 Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and […]
Harvest Fair 2025 Celebrate 32 years of Harvest Fair, September 26-28! The dates and times for Harvest Fair are: Friday, September 26: 5pm – 11pm Saturday, September 27: 10am – […]
ABC Academy Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early […]
Get ready to raise your steins—Foxtoberfest is back on Saturday, September 27th from 11am to 10pm! Join us for a full day of Foxtown-style fun as we celebrate the […]
Join us for a fabulous Fall Fest that promises to be bursting with fun and excitement! Dive into the spirit of the season with our giant bounce house that will […]
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 […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
This one’s just for the teens Climb, flip, race, and hang out during Teen Night at Urban Air Milwaukee West. $30 gets you: Platinum Attractions Pizza Slice Drink Serious fun […]
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 […]
Milwaukee’s only weekly downtown farmers market, Cathedral Square Market, returns to Cathedral Square Park Sundays from 9 am – 2 pm, June-October (excluding July 20). Here's what to expect each […]
2025 Market Season REGULAR SEASON July 5th - October 30th Thursdays: 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturdays: 7:00am to 2:00pm Sundays: 9:00am to 2:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
September 27-28 An annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods, Doors Open Milwaukee opens 150+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free. Building listing coming Sept 1, […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
Join us for a special Sensory Day designed for families with children who thrive in a calmer, quieter environment. From 10 AM–11 AM, the park will open exclusively with low […]
Every Sunday from May-October 10AM-2PM Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue • Greenfield, WI 53220) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
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 […]
Piala's 15th ANNUAL Fall Festival Saturday, September 27th, 9am - 4pm & Sunday, September 28th, 10am - 3pm Join us for a fun-filled family friendly weekend here at the nursery! […]
Join the fun on Sunday, September 28 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, for a day filled with hands-on Girl Scout activities and visiting your favorite animal friends. You're ready […]
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 […]
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step into the beautiful […]
Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 160+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free! Step back in time […]
Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer Now through Oct. 27, 2025 (Saturdays and Sundays only) 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI 53149 Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and […]
Harvest Fair 2025 Celebrate 32 years of Harvest Fair, September 26-28! The dates and times for Harvest Fair are: Friday, September 26: 5pm – 11pm Saturday, September 27: 10am – […]
Ticket prices: Free admission, $15 donation to sponsor a sturgeon Hand-release a baby sturgeon into its native home in Lake Michigan at this eco-celebration with Riveredge Nature Center! Educational activities, […]
HARBOR FEST 2025 — CELEBRATE THE INNER HARBOR! Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: Harbor View Plaza, 600 E. Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204Admission: Free for all ages […]
Garden Closing Day at Villa Terrace (September 28, 11 AM-3 PM): Walk the gardens and relax by the koi fish pond while enjoying bites from Paul's Smokehouse & BBQ, LLC, […]
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 […]
Mermaid Echo and Mr. Larkin present educational programming at Harbor Fest & Sturgeon Fest in Milwaukee, WI in a 750 gallon traveling mermaid tank. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Join us on Sundays in September from 2pm-4pm for some family activities! Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or […]
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 […]
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 […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
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 […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
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 […]
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 […]
Children & Families Series Celebrations Mondays & Tuesdays, 12-2 pm Washington Park Library - 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Find your new favorite book series by participating in art […]
H2GR0W July 14 & 21 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Learn how to grow food plants like lettuce and basil with no soil and no digging! Our hydroponic […]
Viva Yuyi Monday, September 29, 4-4:45 pm Central Library - 814 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee WI Let's celebrate award-winning Mexican American children's book artist Yuyi Morales. We'll explore some of […]
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 […]
Join us for a special series of parenting classes in collaboration with the amazing therapists from Tosa Pediatrics! Each month, we’ll explore a different topic to support you through the […]
Ninja Open Gym Ages 6+ (Including Adults!) Mondays 7:05-8:05 pm Fridays 6:00-7:00 pm Come practice in our dedicated Ninja Space at the 9650 Entrance. Please note: Dates and times are […]
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 […]
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages […]
Ages 1.5 - 3 years. Siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
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