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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  • Menomonee Falls Downtown Trick or Treat

    Downtown Menomonee Falls N88 W16447 Main St., Suite 300, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Grab your costumes and join us Thursday, October 23 from 4–7 PM for a spook-tastic night of Halloween fun in Menomonee Falls Downtown! Participating businesses will be handing out treats […]

    Free
  • Trails & Treats at Riveredge Nature Center

    Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

    Join us for an evening of tricks and treats for kids on the trails of Riveredge! Choose your own adventure along a 1.5 mile loop, as activity stations and fun […]

    $10
  • Fall Movie Night at Village Park Menomonee Falls

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

     Fall Movie Night Under the Stars!  Grab your blankets, cozy up, and join us for a magical evening of movies, food, and fall fun! Join us on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 […]

    Free
  • Ghostly Gathering at The Landing

    The Landing at Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Ghostly Gathering returns from 5 to 9 p.m. October 24th.   The Family Friendly Ghostly Gathering includes live music from The Front Porch Rockers, pumpkin-carving, and a costume contest for […]

    Free
  • Halloween Hullaballo at Tri-County YMCA Menomonee Falls

    Tri County YMCA N84W17501 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Join us for our annual Halloween celebration with fun activities including arts and crafts, games, face painting, photo booth, trick-or-treat stations, and more!  Everybody is encouraged to dress up in […]

    $7
  • Annual Whitefish Bay Harvest Festival

    Downtown Whitefish Bay

    It's the last market of the season and we are celebrating!   Bring the family down for free pumpkins, face painting, hot dogs, apple cider, games and more! As always, […]

    Free
  • Trail of Treats at Breuer Park in Slinger

    We are excited for you to be a part of the Trail of Treats at Breuer Park in Slinger, a spooktacular Halloween event that promises to be a "frightfully" fun […]

    Free
  • Wonderland Bookshop’s 1st Birthday Party

    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Join us for Wonderland Bookshop's 1st Birthday Party! We will have special deals, activities, and raffles all day. Plus, get 20% off all books during our birthday celebration! Check the […]

    Free
  • Fall Family Fun Day at Foxtown Station Mequon

    Foxtown Station 6209 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin

    Fall Family Fun Day is coming to Foxtown Station on Saturday, October 25th, from 11 AM to 4 PM!   Enjoy seasonal activities, live music, tasty food and drinks, family […]

    Free
  • Habitat Haunting at Mequon Nature Preserve

    Mequon Nature Preserve 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI, United States

    Dress up in your Halloween costume and Trick or Treat the Streich Family Wetland trail system! MNP staff and volunteers will be handing out yummy candy. This is a FREE […]

    Free
  • Downtown Port Trick or Treat

    Downtown Port Washington 116 W Grand Avenue, Port Washington, WI, United States

    Start your trick or treating early with a stroll through historic downtown Port Washington! Stop in at businesses with the event flyer in their window for a sweet treat. The […]

    Free
  • Kids Halloween Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

    Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

    Get ready for a spook-tacular Kids Halloween Paint Party filled with colorful creations and boo-tiful masterpieces!   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

    $30.20
  • Little Mondays (Witches Brew Bubble Foam) at Little Sprouts

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    We're kicking off the week with hands on activities with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can expanded […]

    $26.00
  • Tiny Tasters: Creepy Crawly Cookies at Little Sprouts

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Join us for Tiny Tasters: A Fall Cooking Series! Our hands-on culinary adventure for little chefs aged 2-6! In partnership with Toddlers Love to Cook, this three-part series at Little […]

    $38
  • Nightmare on Elm Street in Thiensville

    Village Park Thiensville 240 Elm St, Thiensville, Wisconsin

    The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Join us for Nightmare on Elm Street presented by Schramka Funeral Home: trick-or-treat, food trucks, entertainment and family fun. FREE admission! Trick-or-treat […]

    Free
  • Nightmare on Elm Street at Village Park Thiensville

    Village Park Thiensville 240 Elm St, Thiensville, Wisconsin

    The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Join us for Nightmare on Elm Street presented by Schramka Funeral Home: trick-or-treat, food trucks, entertainment and family fun. FREE admission! Trick-or-treat […]

    Free
  • Little Sprouts Boo-tiful Halloween Bash

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    A Boo-tiful Day of Play & Projects!   Unleash Your Inner Monster and Your Creative Spirit!   Get ready for a spooktacular, self-guided Halloween bash filled with crafts, costumes, and creative […]

    $10 – $20
  • Cedarburg Pumpkin Walk

    Downtown Cedarburg WI, United States

    The Cedarburg Chamber's Pumpkin Walk is a fun, community-wide event that celebrates all things Halloween! Bring your carved pumpkins to light up the street. Wear your costumes and creep down […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Trick-or-Treat

    It's time for the SWEETEST tradition of the year: trick-or-treating! Grab your costumes and bucket, and have a fun and safe time. Remember to turn your porch lights on if […]

    Free
  • 2025 Events at the Baird Center

    Trainfest at the Baird Center

    Baird Center 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

    Trainfest (FREE Admission for Kids) 📅 November 1-2 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday; 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday The Midwest’s largest model train show is chugging […]

    $14 – $20
  • Bilingual Magical Morning at BlackBear Children’s Boutique

    Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United States

    Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, 11/01 at 10AM in tandem with our special host, Señora Betty, for a FREE & BILINGUAL Magical Morning! Families are invited to learn […]

    Free
  • Frozen 2 Sensory Friendly Movie at St. Francis Children’s Center

    St Francis Children's Center 6700 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for a special screening of Frozen 2 at St Francis Children's Center! Our sensory-friendly event is perfect for kids who may need a more relaxed environment. The lights will be […]

    Free
  • 5th Annual Grafton’s BEST Trunk or Treat

    Grafton’s biggest Halloween celebration is back!   Join us for the 5th Annual FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Utopia! Local families and businesses will deck out their trunks with spooky, silly, and […]

    Free
  • Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s in Richfield

    Cabela's 1 Cabela Way, Richfield, WI, United States

    Families are invited to celebrate the magic of Christmas at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s annual Santa’s Wonderland event!   Making his grand entrance on November 1st, Santa will arrive […]

    Free
  • Holiday 2025

    The Santa Experience with Christa Berg Photography at Studio North MKE

    Studio North MKE 3728 N Fratney St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, Milwaukee, United States

    The Santa Experience with Christa Berg Photography  Dates: Saturday, November 2, 2025 & Saturday, November 9, 2025  Location: Studio North, Milwaukee, WI  Website: christaberg.com  Instagram: @ChristaBergPhotography Experience holiday magic at The Santa Experience, a carefully […]

    $300
  • Exploring Lab: Magnetic Painting at Little Sprouts

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Science plus preschoolers - does it get better?!? This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair.  Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, […]

    $26
  • Fall Bilingual Story Time with Señora Betty

    Fall into fun with bilingual stories, songs, and craft time! Disfruta del otoño con cuentos bilingües, canciones y manualidades! Here's the link to RSVP for this FREE event/ Aqui esta […]

    Free
  • Visitor Center Grand Re-Opening Celebration at Riveredge Nature Center

    Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

    Mark your calendars for Riveredge’s Grand Re-Opening on Wednesday, November 5th at 4:30 pm! Enjoy remarks from project partners and supporters as well as complementary drinks and light appetizers as […]

    Free
  • Danceworks

    School Day Off Workshops at Danceworks Milwaukee

    Danceworks 1661 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    School Day Off Workshops 2025-2026 "Ready, Set, Explore!"  with Danceworks Faculty   Fri 11/7/2025 From: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm   Get creative and make a day off of school an engaging experience! Appropriate […]

    $75
  • Community Night at Rite-Hite YMCA Brown Deer

    Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer, WI, United States

    There is a Y in every family! Unplug and connect by spending some quality time together at the Y. We will have fun, family-friendly activities throughout the night, so bring […]

    Free
  • Visitor Center Open House at Riveredge Nature Center

    Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

    Come explore our newly renovated Visitor Center, now featuring ADA-compliant restrooms, an accessible entrance, refreshed community spaces, and exciting new classes. After your tour, enjoy complimentary access to our beautiful […]

    Free
  • Magical Mornings at BlackBear Children’s Boutique

    Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United States

    Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique in Shorewood on Saturday, November 8th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading the short story, "If […]

    Free
  • Family Nature Activities

    Xtreme Raptor Day at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

    Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI

    Join us for our annual raptor festival that celebrates these powerful hunters of the sky. This unique event is held throughout the Center and offers unforgettable encounters! You will meet our resident raptors up […]

    $15 – $18
  • Bricks and Brews at Sprecher Brewery

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

    Bring your friends, grab a craft soda or a cold Sprecher brew, and let your imagination run wild!    What to Expect: LEGO® Autumn Building Competition: Build your best Autumn-inspired […]

    Free
  • Little Mondays: Pet Shop Sensory Bins

    Little Sprouts 4606 N Wilson, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    We're kicking off the week with a hands-on activity with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can be […]

    $32
  • Gratitude & Nature: A Mindful Afternoon at MeeKwon Park

    MeeKwon Park

    Parents and children will come together for a mindful afternoon at Mee-Kwon Park, exploring gratitude through nature and the senses. Activities include a gentle meditation, a sensory experience with clementines […]

    Free
  • Germantown World Culture Fest

    Germantown High School W180N11501 N River Ln, Germantown

    The Germantown World Culture Fest is a celebration of multiculturalism through music, food, games, and other special activities. Visit one of the food trucks, try your hand at a trivia […]

    Free

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