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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WaukeshaJuly 3 beer garden and music at Lowell Park. July 4 parade at 11 a.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m. 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.
Concerts in the Gardens at Boerner Botanical Gardens Thursdays at 6:30 pm / June 26 - August 28 9400 Boerner Dr Hales Corners WI Performances occur every Thursday throughout the summer beginning at 6:30 pm and ending at approximately 8:30 pm unless otherwise noted. Admission to The Boerner Botanical Gardens to attend the summer concerts […]
Milwaukee Milkmen Games 7035 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132 May 23-26, 2025 Admission: $11-$51 The Milwaukee Milkmen are a pro baseball team in Franklin, and they’re playing the Sioux Falls Canaries in a 4-game series this weekend. You can park for free at Franklin Field and get affordable tickets online or in person. Hang […]
The Optimist Club Independence Day Parade is always held on the evening of July 3 at 7:00 pm. The parade route starts on Appleton Avenue at Elm Lane and proceeds southeast to Woosencraft Drive, finishing on Titan Drive. The Menomonee Falls Independence Day Parade is the largest of the three parades held in Menomonee Falls. […]
Okauchee LakeFireworks at dusk on July 3 from Lacy’s Lane. 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 on up for 4th of July celebration fireworks on July 3rd in Port Washington. Click here for all updated detailis. Location: Downtown Port Washington Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.
Milwaukee County Lights Up the Sky with Spectacular July 3rd Drone Show! Milwaukee County Parks in partnership with Milwaukee Parks Foundation The drone show will feature three waves of drones lasting approximately 14 minutes each, blending cutting-edge drone technology with an original synchronized soundtrack for a dazzling 45-minute performance. Viewers can expect awe-inspiring images of […]
Fireworks on July 3 at 9:30 p.m. from Phantom Glen Park; best viewing from Indianhead Park. 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.
The City of Glendale’s 4th of July Committee continues our tradition by planning another Independence Day party for 2025. We will have a Parade Extravaganza, a Food Truck Festival, live music, bouncy houses, dunk tank, face painting, henna tattoos and the famed summer soak. We welcome everyone, from all communities, to join the celebration of […]
Celebrate America with Independence Day in West Bend. The day is full of activities and celebrations for free family fun. There will be a parade in downtown West Bend at 9:30am, family activities starting at 10am, and more throughout the day. Fireworks at 9:30pm. Click here for the full schedule. Please note: Dates, times, and […]
Hales CornersStart the day with a run, car show, kids’ parade, contests, and more. Fireworks at dusk at Hales Corners Park. 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.
Wilson Park1601 W Howard Ave Milwaukee WIIncludes a parade, family activities, and fireworks. 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.
Fun run in the morning, food trucks, DJ in the park, and fireworks at 9:35 p.m. 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.
Join Germantown for the 4th of July Parade and Fireworks display. The parade will start at 9:00 a.m. Keep an eye on the events page for more information and updates. Fireworks display at dusk in Firemen's Park. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
The annual 4th of July Parade in Bayside will be held on Friday, July 4 at 9am. The parade will start at 9am at Village Hall, where participants will then walk east on Ellsworth Lane, south on Rexleigh Drive, north on King Road, and end at Ellsworth Park. Please begin gathering at Village Hall at […]
Celebrate the 4th of July with us! There will be a Kiddie Parade down Main Street in the morning followed by children's activities and ice cream at Village Park. 9:15 a.m.Decorate yourself, your bike, scooter, cozy cope, or whatever you choose to ride in our Kiddie Parade. Line up in the parking lot at […]
Join us for some fun in the sun all summer and fall long at Apple Holler’s Family Fun Park! Apple Holler is the perfect place for children to enjoy the great outdoors, offering a blend of fun and educational experiences that engage all the senses. Our Family Fun Park is a treasure trove of rural […]
Parade at 9 a.m. down North Avenue. Don’t miss the Patriotic Pup Parade at noon or the drone show on July 2 at 9:15 p.m. at Hart Park. 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.
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. The patterns and shapes found in these Summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and, like an artist’s color wheel, reveal the nearly limitless palette […]
Enderis Playfield2978 N 72nd St Milwaukee WIParade and daytime activities only. 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.
Martin Luther King Center1531 W Vliet St Milwaukee WIDaytime celebrations, no fireworks. 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.
Mitchell Park2600 W Pierce St Milwaukee WIDaytime activities and a parade, no fireworks. 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.
Alcott Park3751 S 97th St Milwaukee WIIncludes a parade, daytime festivities, and fireworks at night. 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.
Gordon Park2828 N Humboldt Blvd Milwaukee WIDaytime activities, parade, and evening fireworks. 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.
Humboldt Park3000 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WIParade at 9 a.m., kids’ contests, talent show, and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. 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.
Lake Park3233 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WIParade, family-friendly activities, and fireworks. 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.
Parade at 10 a.m., followed by kids’ contests and free treats at the American Legion. 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.
GreendaleEvents from July 2–6 include a 5K, parade, bike parade, live music, and fireworks. Festivities centered in historic downtown. 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.
Independence Day Activities SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday July 3, 2025, 11:00 am Bike Decorating Library East Parking Lot Join the Brookfield Public Library on July 3rd in the Library’s East parking lot to decorate your bike for the Children's Parade on July 4th. Friday July 4, 2025 10:00am - Independence Day Parade Flag Raising Ceremony […]
Carnival runs July 3–5 at Malone Park. Parades and fireworks on July 4; drone show July 5. 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.
Kiddie parade at 9:30 a.m., park festivities and splash pad fun all day. Fireworks at 9:20 p.m. Full line-up here. 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.
Celebrate the 4th of July in Oak Creek with a full day of fun, starting at 9:00 AM with our Independence Day Parade, which kicks off at S. Heritage Ct. and E. Groveland Dr. and ends at American Legion Post 434—stick around after the parade for ice cream and more fun family activities! Then head […]
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 can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with […]
There’s no better place to celebrate Independence Day than at the Zoo! Admission is just $4 for all guests on the 4th of July! (Parking and regular attraction fees still apply.) Show your patriotic side and visit our RED pandas, the eastern black and WHITE colobus monkeys, and our Grand Cayman BLUE iguana! Please note: […]
Bicycle Decorating Contest at 10am, Parade at 3 pm, water ski show at 6 pm, and fireworks at dusk. More details here. 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.
Cedarburg's annual 4th of July Hometown Celebration will take place on Friday, July 4. The patriotic celebration filled with Americana continues in 2025 through the Cedarburg Historic District. The parade, noted for showcasing award-winning Division 1 drum & bugle corps and local, patriotic displays will start at 10am, followed by an all-day picnic in […]
Saturdays, May 3rd to August 30th Departing East Troy Depot 10 am, 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm Departing Elegant Farmer -- Guests may board at The Elegant Farmer* 11 am, Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm (last round trip), 3 pm, 4 pm * Guests boarding at the Elegant Farmer must pick up […]
Celebrate Independence Day 1840s-style at Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI It's time now for the annual Independence Day Weekend event at Wisconsin Historical Society’s living museum, July 4-5, from 10 am to 4 pm. This immersive outdoor museum is packed with hands-on activities like wool processing demos, historic cooking, games, and farm […]
Join our American Legion Family for an old time family Fourth celebration! We are so excited about bringing back this tradition to our community! Activities include a patriotic parade, FREE ice cream + soda for the kids, arts + crafts, and much more! For the full schedule of activities, click here. 435 Lake St Port […]
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE FILM SERIES LINEUP: Despicable Me 4 - June 8-12: Tickets Harold and the Purple Crayon - June 15-19: Tickets A Sloth Story - June 22-26: Tickets Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - June 29 - […]
Kiddie parade, kids’ games, bounce houses, and family fun all day at Grant Park. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. 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.
WaukeshaJuly 3 beer garden and music at Lowell Park. July 4 parade at 11 a.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m. 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.
Four-day celebration (July 3–6) at Lions Legend Park with a carnival, concerts, food, and fireworks on July 4 at 9:30 p.m. Franklin's 2025 Independence Celebration - July 3-6, 2025 Don't miss out on this year's 2025 Independence Celebration that will provide family fun for all ages including delicious food, live music, carnival rides, parade, children's activities, fireworks, […]
Parade at noon with special guest LeRoy Butler. Kids can try a Lambeau Leap! Activities and music continue until fireworks at 9:15 p.m. at Sheridan Park. 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.
GreenfieldParade kicks off at 12:15 p.m. at Konkel Park. Live music and food vendors all day. Fireworks begin around 9:45 p.m. 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.
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and we hope you'll join us for the Whitefish Bay parade and celebration! The parade kicks off at 11:30 AM at the corner of Silver Spring Drive and Kent Avenue and heads east on Silver Spring Drive, continuing north on Lake Drive to Klode Park. Enjoy food […]
The parade will start at approx. 12:15 pm with the House of Harley leading the way.... The one (1) mile route will run east on Layton Avenue to Konkel Park. After the parade stop by the AMP Haus to get your free ice cream... BP Free Ice Cream Giveaway* *While supplies last Please note: Dates […]
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. Family Amenities: Includes sensory rooms, nursing stations, clean restrooms, and shaded seating. Skyglider: There’s nothing like your first ride on the sky glider. The gentle ride offers a scenic view of Henry Maier Festival Park, Lake […]
Beginning with the rollocking parade at 3 PM down Oakland Ave. and concluding with the traditional fireworks show at Atwater Park, it’s sure to be a day not to miss. The Foundation has sponsored the fireworks and festivities for more than two decades. We are thrilled to partner with Eastmore Real Estate, returning for a […]
The Brown Deer Parks & Recreation Department proudly presents the Brown Deer Fourth of July Celebration. All activities will be held at the Village Park and Pond in Brown Deer. We look forward to seeing you on the 4th! There will be kids activities, food trucks, a corn roast, live music, and more! Fireworks […]
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