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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Join the 81st birthday celebration for Smokey Bear and his timeless message of wildfire prevention. Enjoy free birthday cake (while supplies last), crafts, stories, campfire safety demonstration and plenty of […]
The Children’s Entrepreneur Market is an award-winning program that teaches young people about the power of entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership through experiential learning. Parents and kids everywhere agree that learning […]
Falls Kids Festival, presented by Menomonee Falls Ascension Wisconsin Hospital, is a magical day of FREE activities, games, and performances for families of all ages to enjoy together. This day […]
Summer Park Jam Weekend 2025 More than an event—it’s a one of kind intergenerational platform for Milwaukee connections, pride, and impact! TRUE Skool is excited for our Annual Summer Park […]
Our end of summer/back to school Gather & Grow Market is a joyful celebration of community and the jam-packed, end of summer. we’re bringing together some of our favorite local businesses […]
The Jewish Food Festival, an annual celebration of Jewish culture, cuisine, and community! Held in Mequon, WI, this year we're anticipating a grand turnout of 7500+ enthusiastic attendees. The Jewish […]
We’ll be celebrating Hop Summer Nights with a special event onboard The Hop on Sunday, Aug. 10, from 4-6 p.m. Local favorite Pete’s Pops will once again bring their refreshing “hopsicles” […]
Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music at Tribute Tuesday! This free concert series brings top-tier tribute bands to the Les Paul Performance Center at Cutler Park in Waukesha, […]
In this class, we will teach you how to make pizza dough, scratch made sauce, and how to cook in an outdoor pizza oven. We will offer tips and tricks […]
August 14-16: 9:30 am - 9 pm August 17: 9:30 am - 8 pm Mark your calendar for this Milwaukee tradition as the Zoo comes alive with music, food, and […]
August 14 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Boat Tour: An Aquatic Adventure with Mermaid Echo Milwaukee Boatline 1124 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr., Milwaukee, WI, United States Climb aboard […]
Visit your local Fleet Farm for a FREE Touch a Truck event! Each store will have different local community service vehicles such as police cars, fire trucks, school buses, garbage […]
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, August 16 features […]
Join the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) at its annual Art & Chalk Fest—a live arts weekend on Saturday and Sunday, August 16–17 in West Bend, WI. This FREE, outdoor, […]
This is for the littles who love to feel fancy, the moms who deserve to be in the frame, and the women looking for a joyful, one-of-a-kind experience you’ll remember […]
Come celebrate summer with a special Saturday evening open swim, Saturday August 16th from 6pm - 8pm. This extra evening swim session is open to the public and will feature […]
Admission is free! Kid-friendly fun includes: Bilingual Story Time | Starting at 10 AM Balloon art | 10:30 AM-1:30 PM Face painting with Face Painters Ink Ice cream from Ben & […]
Join us for the best event of the summer! The Main Street Block Party, presented by Exterior Pros, is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Join your […]
Wednesday, August 20th and Wednesday, September 17th from 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm The Town Food Truck Festival presented by Discover Brookfield is back! Head to The Corners of Brookfield […]
Kids are invited to a crafty night where they’ll create their very own summer memory pennant — perfect for displaying pins from camp, Disney trips, vacations, and more! We’ll also […]
Date & TimeThursday, August 21, 2025 • 4:00–9:30 p.m. LocationMcKinley Beach, Milwaukee, WI(Lakefront near Lincoln Memorial Dr.) CostFree AgesAll ages OrganizerJoy Engine (public art nonprofit) • Website: joyengine.org Photo CreditSamer […]
Richfield Days is a vibrant community celebration held on the fourth weekend of August at Fireman’s Park in Richfield, Wisconsin. This event brings together local organizations and residents to honor […]
Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend Schedule From the Free Fan Zone to the turbocharged races, don’t miss out on the Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend! This year, we’re expanding the […]
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, August 23 features […]
The Falls Festival of the Arts is back and bigger than ever! On Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the streets of Downtown Menomonee Falls (Main […]
The MKE With Kids Back To School Celebration is your one-stop shop to ring in the new school year and explore programs & activities for your kids. Event Details Date and […]
It’s time to party like it’s 1985! Join Sprecher for an epic 80s-themed anniversary bash on Sunday, August 24 from 11am to 6pm in the Brewery’s Grand Hall and parking lot at […]
Celebrate individuality, diversity, and bold expression on the runway — while supporting free, purposeful programming for individuals with Down syndrome. This inspiring fashion show highlights the many ways our participants […]
Come enjoy Kentucky bluegrass, authentic traditional music from a simpler time, from this Chicago band. Food sold by and benefitting Cudahy Historical Society. Don't forget your lawn chairs! Rain date: […]
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate summer's grand finale together! Gather your family and friends for a day packed with joy as we bid farewell to sunny days in style—there's […]
Wisconsin Highland Games Waukesha County Expo, 1000 Northview Rd., Waukesha, WI August 29-31, 2025, 5-10 p.m. (Friday; opening ceremonies and party); 9 a.m.-10 p.m. (Saturday; events end at 6 p.m.); […]
Come join us Labor Day weekend for a family-friendly event in Fredonia! Festivities run from 10-4 on August 30th and 31st. The cost to enter the sunflower field is […]
Join us for the 6th Annual Apple & Sunflower Fest at Basse's in Colgate! Admission includes: 1/4 peck bag of U-pick apples per person Choose between several varieties (when […]
Come enjoy the largest annual car, truck and motorcycle show in Washington County! Over 450 vehicles in 20 categories will be judged and awarded, including a "Best of Show" award. […]
Soak up the sounds of summer at Live at the Oasis, the City of Glendale’s free outdoor concert series! Held at Glendale’s beautiful Richard E. Maslowski Community Park, this […]
Join us for an evening of fun with various stations and hands-on activities for the whole family! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and […]
Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for Family Open Gym on Fridays from 10:30am-12pm Family Open Gym is designed for ages 1-6 with a parent (all ages are welcome on no […]
This is a FREE family event that takes place in the Hartford Recreation Center parking lot! Bring your kids to explore various vehicles and trucks from business across Southeastern Wisconsin […]
Kids Workshops at your local Home Depot is a FREE hands-on learning experience that encourages skill-building and creativity in children ages 5-12. Join us at 9am the first Saturday of […]
Join us on Saturday September 6th from 10-4 for the Planes, Trains and Automobiles event at Ozaukee County Pioneer Village in Saukville. There's fun for the whole family including LIVE […]
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 […]
On Saturday, September 6th, and Sunday September 7th, Gift of Wings is hosting The IKEA Frank Mots Int’l Kite Festival, Presented by Gift of Wings, 46 Years in Veterans Park, […]
The second annual Old Falls Renaissance Faire at Old Falls Village is the newest event happening in September. Join us for educational fun, beer, food and presentations the whole weekend. […]
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 […]
Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children while you are […]
Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music at Tribute Tuesday! This free concert series brings top-tier tribute bands to the Les Paul Performance Center at Cutler Park, delivering the […]
Join us at Wisconsin Athletic Club (WAC) in Menomonee Falls for an evening to bring our community together! vendors games foodactivities and MORE Open house style from 4-7pm. Non-members are welcome […]
Join us for Touch a Truck 2025 presented by Lannon Stone Foundation! This event is geared toward kids ages 2-8, but will appeal to anyone--kid or adult--who loves trucks! […]
On Saturday, September 13, at the Milwaukee Mile at State Fair Park in Milwaukee, Wis., you’re invited to join us for Rally Round for Children’s Wisconsin, a one-of-a-kind event for […]
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