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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  • Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour at Fiserv Forum

    Fiserv Forum 2025
    Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Disney Concerts, Disney Branded Television and AEG Presents jointly reveal “Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour,” a one-of-a-kind interactive live concert experience, is coming to Fiserv Forum on Aug. 5. Joshua Colley […]

    $57 – $300
  • Bronzeville Week MKE

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    The Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District 1726 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]

    Free
  • Kids’ Art Day at the Grohmann Museum

    MSOE Grohmann Museum 2025
    Grohmann Museum - MSOE 1000 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for the last Kids' Art day of the summer on August 6th! Design, sketch, and paint your own tile, inspired by Zellige, a traditional Moroccan art form. Zellige […]

    $5
  • Bronzeville Good Neighbors Block Party

    Bronzeville Week 2025
    Vel R. Phillips between Garfield Ave. & North Ave.

    Bronzeville Good Neighbors Block Party Wednesday, August 6 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM📍 Garfield Avenue between Dr. MLK Jr. Drive & Vel R. Phillips Avenue This joyful community block party is […]

    Free
  • Wisconsin State Fair

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of […]

    $13 – $15
  • National Root Beer Float Day at Sprecher Brewery

    Sprecher Brewery 701 W Glendale Avenue, Glendale, WI, United States

    Stop by Sprecher Brewery, 701 W. Glendale Avenue in Glendale from 11 am to 2 pm on Wednesday, August 6 and receive a free bottle of root beer while supplies last. The […]

    Free
  • Riverside Rhythms at Riverfront Plaza Waukesha

    Outdoor Music 2025
    Riverfront Plaza 29 Riverfront St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Riverside Rhythms is a vibrant weekly concert series that brings live music and delicious eats to the scenic banks of the Fox River! Enjoy incredible performances from talented local artists […]

    Free
  • Bronzeville Trolley Rides

    Bronzeville Week 2025
    The Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District 1726 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Bronzeville Trolley Rides Wednesday, August 6 | 2:00 PM & 3:30 PM📍 Pick-up at ThriveOn King Drive, 2153 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive All aboard! These charming trolley tours are […]

    Free
  • Bronzeville Trolley Rides

    Bronzeville Week 2025
    The Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District 1726 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Bronzeville Trolley Rides Wednesday, August 6 | 2:00 PM & 3:30 PM📍 Pick-up at ThriveOn King Drive, 2153 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive All aboard! These charming trolley tours are […]

    Free
  • Washington Park Wednesdays MKE

    Outdoor Music 2025
    Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • National Night Out in Sussex

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

    National Night Out promotes neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships in our fight for a safer nation.   Join us for this FREE family event featuring:   • Community Booths• Food• […]

    Free
  • Wonderful Wednesdays at Lake Park Milwaukee

    Outdoor Music 2025
    Lake Park 2975 N Lake Park Rd, MILWAUKEE, WI

    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
  • 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
  • Bronzeville Week MKE

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    The Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District 1726 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]

    Free
  • Playtime in Alice’s Garden MKE

    Alice’s Garden 2025
    Alice's Garden Urban Farm 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI

    Thursdays through August 28th from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join us for some relaxed, unstructured play time in the garden! Drop in anytime between 9:30 - 11:30 am and you […]

    Free
  • Free Admission to America’s Black Holocaust Museum MKE

    Bronzeville Week 2025
    America's Black Holocaust Museum 401 W North Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

     Free Admission to America’s Black Holocaust Museum Thursday, August 7 | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM📍 401 W. North Avenue In honor of Bronzeville Week’s 15th anniversary, families can explore this powerful […]

    Free
  • Wisconsin State Fair

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of […]

    $13 – $15
  • ArtBlaze at McKinley Beach

    2025 Community Events
    McKinley Beach 1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    McKinley Beach: July 24, August 7, August 21 from 4pm-9:30pm ARTBLAZE IS BACK! The all-ages programming includes live music and entertainment, food, vendors, interactive art activities, waterside s’mores, and the […]

    Free
  • Village Days Greendale

    2025 Greendale Events
    Downtown Historic Greendale 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, United States

    As a vibrant suburb of Milwaukee, the Village of Greendale hosts a wide variety of fun for all ages for all seasons! August 7th, 8th, 9th 10th 2025 Live bands […]

    Free
  • Bronzeville Week MKE

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    The Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District 1726 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]

    Free
  • Truck Day at Menomonee Falls Public Library

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Calling all truck enthusiasts! Tour different trucks and vehicles used by community workers in Menomonee Falls. This event will be held outside in the loop around the Library parking lot […]

    Free
  • Wisconsin State Fair

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    Wisconsin State Fair Jul 31–August 10, 2025Wisconsin State Fair Park | West Allis, WI Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight A huge celebration of […]

    $13 – $15
  • Village Days Greendale

    2025 Greendale Events
    Downtown Historic Greendale 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, United States

    As a vibrant suburb of Milwaukee, the Village of Greendale hosts a wide variety of fun for all ages for all seasons! August 7th, 8th, 9th 10th 2025 Live bands […]

    Free
  • Cat Video Fest at The Oriental Theatre MKE

    2025 Family Movies
    Oriental Theatre 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    The annual family-friendly CAT VIDEO FEST is a compilation reel of cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and, of course, classic internet […]

    $11 – $13
  • 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
  • Bronzeville Week MKE

    2025 Outdoor Festivals
    The Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District 1726 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Let's celebrate! The City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African-American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment will take place August 2 – 9, 2025. Bronzeville Week honors African-American culture through music, art, history, […]

    Free

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