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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  • Waukesha County Fair at the Waukesha Co Expo Center

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Waukesha County Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd,, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Waukesha County Fair July 16–20, 2025Waukesha County Expo Center | Waukesha, WI The oldest county fair in Wisconsin is still one of the best for families! The Waukesha County Fair brings five full days of fun, celebrating the area’s agricultural roots with a huge helping of music, food, rides, and family entertainment. What families will love: Live music & entertainment throughout the fairgrounds Barnyard animals & farm displays — perfect for curious kids Classic midway rides for all ages Crafts and 4-H exhibits that highlight local talent Fair food favorites (hello, fried everything!) Wednesday, July 16 from Noon – 10 pm / Thursday, July 17 from 10 am – […]

    $9

  • Bastille Days at Cathedral Square Park MKE

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee’s annual French-themed festival is BACK July 17-20, 2025 in Cathedral Square Park.  The four-day bash attracts over 250,000 visitors annually who enjoy live music on five stages, an international […]

    Free – $50

  • Sussex Outdoor Family Movie Night + Pints in the Park

    Sussex Civic Center N64W23760 Main Street, Sussex, WI, United States

    Join us for a fun, family-friendly, outdoor event at the Sussex Civic Center!   Featured Movie: Dog Man Movie starts at dusk (approximately 8:20 p.m.) Come early (5 to 8 […]

    Free

  • Babbling Babes x Elite Sports Club Brookfield: Pickleball Date Night

    Elite Sports Club - Brookfield 13825 Burleigh Road, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Join Milwaukee's largest moms social group Babbling Babes for a date night at Elite Sports Club in Brookfield. We will have Pickleball Courts, a Pickleball Pro to help any beginners […]

    Free

  • Waukesha County Fair at the Waukesha Co Expo Center

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Waukesha County Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd,, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Waukesha County Fair July 16–20, 2025Waukesha County Expo Center | Waukesha, WI The oldest county fair in Wisconsin is still one of the best for families! The Waukesha County Fair brings five full days of fun, celebrating the area’s agricultural roots with a huge helping of music, food, rides, and family entertainment. What families will love: Live music & entertainment throughout the fairgrounds Barnyard animals & farm displays — perfect for curious kids Classic midway rides for all ages Crafts and 4-H exhibits that highlight local talent Fair food favorites (hello, fried everything!) Wednesday, July 16 from Noon – 10 pm / Thursday, July 17 from 10 am – […]

    $9

  • Bastille Days at Cathedral Square Park MKE

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee’s annual French-themed festival is BACK July 17-20, 2025 in Cathedral Square Park.  The four-day bash attracts over 250,000 visitors annually who enjoy live music on five stages, an international […]

    Free – $50

  • East Side Gallery Night at Black Cat Alley MKE

    Black Cat Alley 2025
    Black Cat Alley MKE Black Cat Alley, E Ivanhoe Pl, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Friday, July 18, 2025 | 5-9 PM, select locations open until 10 PM We’re thrilled to launch a brand-new event series, East Side Gallery Night, where you can explore Milwaukee’s […]

    Free

  • Moons and Myths at the UWM Planetarium

    Moons and Myths
    1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139 UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Travel to the most famous moons in the solar system, from fiery Io to icy Europa where there is evidence of the key to life: liquid water. Delve into the […]

    $5 – $6

  • Oliver! At The Oconomowoc Arts Center

    2025 Stage Performances
    Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

    Friday July 18, 2025 | 7:00 PM Saturday July 19, 2025 | 2:00 PM Saturday July 19, 2025 | 7:00 PM Sunday July 20, 2025 | 2:00 PM The Oconomowoc Community Theater brings Lionel […]

    $15 – $30

  • Fondy Farmers Market

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

    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 […]

    Free

  • Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids in West Bend

    Regner Park 800 N Main St, West Bend, WI, United States

    Join us at Regner Park in West Bend and get ready for the ultimate outdoor obstacle course—equipped with mud pits, climbing and crawling elements, and a water slide! The Dirty […]

    Free

  • Active Baby Class at JCC

    Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay

    Designed for our littlest kids (birth to 2 years and 11 months) to wiggle, giggle, and grow through classes of movement, music, sensory art, and more! Saturday, July 19 features […]

    $32

  • Babbling Babes x Primrose School of Brookfield: Summer Sips & Slides

    Primrose School of Brookfield 18430 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, Wisconsin

    Babbling Babes (Milwaukee area's largest moms social group) is partnering with Primrose School of Brookfield for Summer + Slides: A laid-back morning made for moms who need a breather and […]

    $10

  • Milwaukee Lakefront Air and Water Show

    2025 Milwaukee Air and Water Show
    Milwaukee Lakefront Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, United States

    WaterStone Bank Air & Water Show July 19–20, 2025Milwaukee Lakefront | FREE Admission Milwaukee’s skies will come alive with the roar of jets and the splash of lakefront stunts during the Water & Air Show, one of the city’s most awe-inspiring—and free!—summer traditions. Families flock to the lakefront to witness the precision and power of military and civilian aircraft, including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, F-22 Raptor Demo Team, C-130 “Fat Albert,” and many more. Pro Tip: This event gets loud—noise-cancelling headphones are a must for sensitive kids! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

    Free

  • 5th Annual Lavender Fest in Menomonee Falls

    Village Park Menomonee Falls N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    The 5th Annual Falls Lavender Festival will take place on July 19th, 2025 from 10-4 pm. Join us at Village Park in Menomonee Falls and enjoy the scent, color, flavor […]

    Free

  • Bristol Renaissance Faire

    Bristol Renaissance Faire 2025
    Bristol Renaissance Faire 12550 120th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Bristol Renaissance Faire Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love: Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day! […]

    $17 – $43

  • Waukesha County Fair at the Waukesha Co Expo Center

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Waukesha County Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd,, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Waukesha County Fair July 16–20, 2025Waukesha County Expo Center | Waukesha, WI The oldest county fair in Wisconsin is still one of the best for families! The Waukesha County Fair brings five full days of fun, celebrating the area’s agricultural roots with a huge helping of music, food, rides, and family entertainment. What families will love: Live music & entertainment throughout the fairgrounds Barnyard animals & farm displays — perfect for curious kids Classic midway rides for all ages Crafts and 4-H exhibits that highlight local talent Fair food favorites (hello, fried everything!) Wednesday, July 16 from Noon – 10 pm / Thursday, July 17 from 10 am – […]

    $9

  • Bastille Days at Cathedral Square Park MKE

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee’s annual French-themed festival is BACK July 17-20, 2025 in Cathedral Square Park.  The four-day bash attracts over 250,000 visitors annually who enjoy live music on five stages, an international […]

    Free – $50

  • Oliver! At The Oconomowoc Arts Center

    2025 Stage Performances
    Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

    Friday July 18, 2025 | 7:00 PM Saturday July 19, 2025 | 2:00 PM Saturday July 19, 2025 | 7:00 PM Sunday July 20, 2025 | 2:00 PM The Oconomowoc Community Theater brings Lionel […]

    $15 – $30

  • Bluey Pajama Story Time at Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE

    Barnes and Noble BAYSHORE 5755 N Bayshore Drive, Glendale, WI, United States

    Join Bluey and Bingo on a sleepy time adventure! On July 19, at 6:00 PM we will read some Bluey stories followed by an activity. Please join us in your […]

    Free

  • Oliver! At The Oconomowoc Arts Center

    2025 Stage Performances
    Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

    Friday July 18, 2025 | 7:00 PM Saturday July 19, 2025 | 2:00 PM Saturday July 19, 2025 | 7:00 PM Sunday July 20, 2025 | 2:00 PM The Oconomowoc Community Theater brings Lionel […]

    $15 – $30

  • Bike4Friendship Family Friendly Bike Ride

    2025 Community Events
    Friendship Circle 8649 Port Washington, Fox Point, WI, United States

    🚴‍♀️ Join the Fun at Bike4Friendship! 🚴‍♂️Grab your helmet and bring your smiles—our 1 to 5K Family Ride is the perfect way for kids and beginners to enjoy the day! […]

    $50

  • Fondy Farmers Market

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

    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 […]

    Free

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