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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Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave […]
Who doesn’t love the carnival? Come by for an evening of carnival rides, music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Tickets for rides are available for purchase - bring cash! […]
Who doesn’t love the carnival? Come by for an evening of carnival rides, music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Tickets for rides available for purchase - bring cash! This […]
July 16: Hunting for Colors Hike 5-6pm / Beach Bonfire 6-8:30pm (South Entrance) Curious about plants? Come join one of our Naturalists at Lakeshore State Park to learn about the native […]
Milwaukee Night Market Wednesdays, June 11, July 16, August 13, September 10 from 5pm to 10pm on West Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street & Vel R Phillips Avenue aThe Milwaukee Night […]
Mufasa Party - Wednesday, July 9th @ 5:30-6:30 pm for Ages 3-5 Barbie Party - Wednesday, July 16th @ 5:30-7:00 pm for Ages 6-9 Snow White Party - Wednesday, July […]
HERB KOHL PHILANTHROPIES PRESENTS SUMMER STOCK W/ TALKBACK Join us at 5:30PM to purchase a copy of C'mon, Get Happy: The Making of Summer Stock and have it signed by authors […]
Washington Park Bandshell 43rd Street Between Vliet & Lloyd Street SPEND YOUR SUMMERS WITH US! Every year on Wednesday from July to August. Happy Hour starts at 5pm, concerts at 6! Washington […]
July is for Jazz and the cool cats will congregate in Cutler Park as Jazz fills the scene! Come early to enjoy concessions in the park, starting at 6:00 p.m. […]
Wonderful Wednesdays 📍 Lake Park (2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee WI)📅 Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13⏰ 6:30 – 7:30 pm🎟️ FREE & open to the public👉 Lake Park Friends Facebook for updates Gather your family for a fun summer tradition! Wonderful Wednesdays is a free concert series for kids and families held at the Lake Park Summer Stage, just south of the playground and tennis courts. ✨ New for 2025: Musa Ice Cream Truck will be on-site selling sweet treats. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food, and drinks. 2025 Lineup: July 9 – Fox and Branch: Energetic, family-friendly folk with a timeless twist. July 16 – Main Street Song & Dance Troupe: Talented teens perform “The Love Spectrum,” a musical about all types of love. […]
Free Outdoor Summer Concert at the OCCC Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
July 17 2025 from 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Join Life Navigators for our 2025 Summer Picnic! Consumers, Families, and Friends! Please join us on Thursday, July 17th, 2025 from 4:30 to […]
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 […]
Join us with your littles to learn more about MOMS Club. There will be popsicles and sand toys for all to enjoy.Meet up at the kids/play structure area off of […]
DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric […]
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 – […]
All ages. An Interactive family event filled with Juggling & Comedy! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Urban Wildlife with the Urban Ecology Center Thursday, July 17 from 2-3 pm Tippecanoe Library - 3912 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Enjoy activities like spotting wildlife clues, building habitats, […]
Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our littlest kids will wiggle, giggle, and grow through weekly sessions of movement, music, sensory art, and more! Each class features a special guest instructor for fun, hands-on experiences that […]
PORCH PLAY July 18, 2025 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am Theater meets playtime in this sensory-friendly experience for all ages! Pink Umbrella Theater Company’s Porch Play brings a favorite […]
DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric […]
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 – […]
Our littlest kids will wiggle, giggle, and grow through weekly sessions of movement, music, sensory art, and more! Each class features a special guest instructor for fun, hands-on experiences that […]
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 […]
You Build It! Friday, July 18 from 1-2 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials […]
You Build It! Friday, July 18 from 1-3 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and […]
13th Annual Youth Art Show – Amplify BravenessJuly 18 - August 8, 2025 Walker’s Point Center for the Arts839 S 5th St Milwaukee WI Opening ReceptionFriday, July 18, 2025 […]
See Jeff Kinney’s popular character take center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary (or is it a journal?) becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. School can be tough. Really tough. Being the […]
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 […]
Dog Days at Drexel (FREE!) Drexel Town Square, 361 W. Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI 53154 July 18-19, 2025 Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! This paw-some celebration […]
July- Ice Cream Family Night is July, Friday 18th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm $15 open play admission Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Kid's Night Out Parents- leave the kids with us for 4 hours of non-stop fun! Tickets include slide time, games, pizza and a drink. Ages 6-12 years old only. Friday, […]
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 […]
July 11 - 27, 2025 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Parents' Night Out Ages 5 - 12 Monthly Events on Saturday Nights Instructors lead children in games and activities that incorporate gym equipment- bucket rides, parachute games, net climb, obstacle […]
Dog Days at Drexel (FREE!) Drexel Town Square, 361 W. Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI 53154 July 18-19, 2025 Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! This paw-some celebration […]
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 […]
JILL’S JUNIOR GARDENERS It’s harvest time. Join Milwaukee horticulturist Jill at this session of Jill’s Junior Gardeners to help pick produce in the garden and discover a tasty way to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric […]
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! […]
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