Milwaukee With Kids

Kids Dream Summer Film Series at Area Marcus Movie Theaters
2025-07-04 10:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Milwaukee Metro Area, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Join us between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location!
THE FILM SERIES LINEUP:

Despicable Me 4 – June 8-12: Tickets

Harold and the Purple Crayon – June 15-19: Tickets

A Sloth Story – June 22-26: Tickets

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – June 29 – July 3: Tickets

The Garfield Movie – July 6-10: Tickets

Kung Fu Panda 4 – July 13-17: Tickets

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse – July 20-24: Tickets

The Wild Robot – July 27-31: Tickets

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in South Milwaukee: Fireworks at Grant Park
2025-07-04 10:00 - 22:00 | Grant Park, 100 Hawthorne Ave, South Milwaukee, WI, 53172, United States
Kiddie parade, kids’ games, bounce houses, and family fun all day at Grant Park. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Waukesha
2025-07-04 10:30 - 22:00 | Lowell Park, 2201 Michigan Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
WaukeshaJuly 3 beer garden and music at Lowell Park. July 4 parade at 11 a.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Franklin and Independence Celebration
2025-07-04 10:30 - 23:00, 2025-07-05 08:00 - 23:00 | Lions Legend Park, 8713-8743 W Drexel Ave, Franklin, WI, 53132, United States
Four-day celebration (July 3–6) at Lions Legend Park with a carnival, concerts, food, and fireworks on July 4 at 9:30 p.m.
Franklin’s 2025 Independence Celebration – July 3-6, 2025
Don’t miss out on this year’s 2025 Independence Celebration that will provide family fun for all ages including delicious food, live music, carnival rides, parade, children’s activities, fireworks, pickleball tournament, and much more!
2025 Independence Celebration
Thursday, July 3, 2025 – 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.Friday, July 4, 2025 – 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.*Saturday, July 5, 2025 – 8 a.m. to 11 p.m*Pickleball Tournament only at 8 a.m. / Carnival only at 12 p.m. / Entertainment at Bandshell begins at 3 p.m.Sunday, July 6, 2025 – Carnival Only – 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Lions Legend Park(Loomis Road & Drexel Avenue)
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Cudahy and Fireworks at Sheridan Park
2025-07-04 11:00 - 21:30 | Sheridan Park, 4800 S Lake Dr, Cudahy, WI, 53110, United States
Parade at noon with special guest LeRoy Butler. Kids can try a Lambeau Leap! Activities and music continue until fireworks at 9:15 p.m. at Sheridan Park.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Greenfield: Parade and Fireworks at Konkel Park
2025-07-04 11:00 - 22:30 | Konkel Park – Greenfield, 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, 53220
GreenfieldParade kicks off at 12:15 p.m. at Konkel Park. Live music and food vendors all day. Fireworks begin around 9:45 p.m.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Whitefish Bay
2025-07-04 11:30 - 22:00 | Downtown Whitefish Bay
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and we hope you’ll join us for the Whitefish Bay parade and celebration! The parade kicks off at 11:30 AM at the corner of Silver Spring Drive and Kent Avenue and heads east on Silver Spring Drive, continuing north on Lake Drive to Klode Park. Enjoy food and beverages (1-8 pm), kids games (1-4 pm), live music and a FIREWORKS FINALE at 9:30 pm!

Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Greenfield: Free Ice Cream!
2025-07-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Konkel Park – Greenfield, 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, 53220
The parade will start at approx. 12:15 pm with the House of Harley leading the way….
The one (1) mile route will run east on Layton Avenue to Konkel Park.
After the parade stop by the AMP Haus to get your free ice cream…
BP Free Ice Cream Giveaway*
*While supplies last
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Summerfest at Henry Maier Festival Park
2025-07-04 12:00 - 23:30 | Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Summerfest: The Lil Gig & Family Fun
June 19–21, June 26–28, and July 3–5, 2025 (operating hours are noon – midnight)Henry Maier Festival Park | MilwaukeeGeneral Admission Required | Kids 2 and under FREE
Known as “The World’s Largest Music Festival,” Summerfest isn’t just for grownups — there’s a whole world of fun just for kids and families, especially at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park.
What’s Kid-Friendly at Summerfest:

The Lil Gig: A dedicated children’s festival within Summerfest, featuring local music and performance acts like magicians, puppeteers, dance troupes, and comedy.
Kids Boogie Down Dance Party: A nightly dance party to wrap up the day with music, movement, and fun.
Huge Playground & Green Space: Let kids run, climb, and explore in a safe and shaded space right on the lakefront.
Elizabeth “Bo” Black Family Fountain: A splash pad near the main entrance — perfect for cooling off on hot summer days.
Family Amenities: Includes sensory rooms, nursing stations, clean restrooms, and shaded seating.
Skyglider: There’s nothing like your first ride on the sky glider. The gentle ride offers a scenic view of Henry Maier Festival Park, Lake Michigan, and the entertainment below. One-way and round-trip fares are available. Kids must be 48 inches tall to ride.
Big Bang Fireworks: For those who can stay up a little later, the fireworks show that kicks off Summerfest is always a hit!
Get in free: Discounted or free tickets are available on most days during the festival. Check out the promotions details on their website.
Be aware of the Lost Children’s Area near the Mid Gate for children who become separated from their parents. Children are brought to this secure area and checked in by a member of the Summerfest staff.
Create an identification wristband for your child at any main gate.
Nursing? Look for the Mother’s Nursing Suites in the Northwestern Community Park area and on the south end of the grounds.

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Shorewood
2025-07-04 15:00 - 22:00 | Atwater Park, 4000 N Lake Drive, Shorewood, WI, 53211, United States
Beginning with the rollocking parade at 3 PM down Oakland Ave. and concluding with the traditional fireworks show at Atwater Park, it’s sure to be a day not to miss. The Foundation has sponsored the fireworks and festivities for more than two decades. We are thrilled to partner with Eastmore Real Estate, returning for a second year as co-sponsor of our fireworks show.

Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Brown Deer
2025-07-04 16:00 - 21:30 | Village Park Brown Deer, 4920 South Greenbrook Terrace, Brown Deer,, Wisconsin, 53223
The Brown Deer Parks & Recreation Department proudly presents the Brown Deer Fourth of July Celebration. All activities will be held at the Village Park and Pond in Brown Deer. We look forward to seeing you on the 4th!

There will be kids activities, food trucks, a corn roast, live music, and more! Fireworks at 9pm.

Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Oconomowoc: Hometown Celebration
2025-07-04 16:00 - 22:00 | Fowler Lake Park, 438 N Oakwood Ave, Oconomowoc, WI, 53066, United States
OconomowocParade at 5 p.m. followed by music and fireworks at Fowler Lake.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Starry Night Series at the Wilson Center Brookfield
2025-07-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, 53045, United States
Starry Night Series
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 19805 W Capitol Dr Brookfield WI
Fridays at 6:30pm in July & August
Concert Series begin on Friday, June 27 at 6:30pm
Gather your family and friends, pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find your perfect spot in the Wilson Center’s beautiful Gerlach/Haack Outdoor Theater! One of the most popular Wilson Center summertime traditions, Starry Nights outdoor concerts are great Friday night fun for audiences of all ages. Starry Nights concerts are free and open to the public. Please consider making a donation of $10/person when you arrive to help support this wonderful Friday night summer music tradition!

Music starts at 6:30pm

Free and open to the public

Fun for all ages

Food trucks & full bar outside

Kids Zone with toys and games

Classic Car Show on Friday, July 11 with 300+ cars. Kids vote on their favorite!

Friday Night Live in Downtown Waukesha
2025-07-04 18:30 - 21:00 | Downtown Waukesha, Waukesha, WI, WI, United States
Waukesha Friday Night Live
Fridays, June – August
Downtown Waukesha W Main St Waukesha WI
Premier outdoor music event, held every summer Friday from June through August, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

July 4th Fireworks in Sussex
2025-07-04 21:00 | Sussex Village Park, W244N6125 Weaver Dr, Sussex, WI, 53089, United States
Celebrate Independence Day with us at the Sussex Village Park for fireworks. The full fireworks display can be viewed from the hill in front of the Lions Open Air Pavilion in Sussex Village Park.

Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

4th of July Fireworks at Washington Park Milwaukee
2025-07-04 21:00 - 21:30 | Washington Park, 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Washington Park (fireworks only)1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WIFireworks begin at 9:15 p.m.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July Fireworks at Lincoln Park Milwaukee
2025-07-04 21:00 - 21:30 | Lincoln Park, 1301 W. Hampton Ave., Glendale, WI, 53209, United States
Lincoln Park (fireworks only)1301 W Hampton Ave Milwaukee WIFireworks begin at 9:15 p.m.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July Fireworks at Jackson Park Milwaukee
2025-07-04 21:00 - 21:30 | Jackson Park, 3500 W. Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53215, United States
Jackson Park (fireworks only)3500 W Forest Home Ave Milwaukee WIFireworks begin at 9:15 p.m.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Fondy Farmers Market
2025-07-05 07:00 - 14:00 | Fondy Farmers Market, 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53206, 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 change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Brookfield Farmers Market
2025-07-05 07:30 - 12:00 | Brookfield Central High School, 16900 W Gebhardt Rd, Brookfield, 53005, United States
The City of Brookfield Farmer’s market is an organization that fosters the sale of Wisconsin grown farm products and locally produced items.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Waukesha Farmers Market
2025-07-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Waukesha Farmers Market, 125 W St Paul Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
For 25+ years, the Waukesha Farmers’ Market has brought fresh, local goods and community vibes to downtown Waukesha. Join us May–October, Saturdays 8am–noon, in the Waukesha State Bank employee lot. Thanks to our amazing vendors, visitors, and Waukesha State Bank for keeping this tradition thriving!
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

New Berlin Farmers Market
2025-07-05 08:00 - 12:00 | New Berlin City Center, 15055 W National Ave, New Berlin, 53151, United States
8am – Noon
Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October
15055 W National Avenue in the City Center
On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Dr
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Greendale Farmers Market
2025-07-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Historic Greendale, 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
June 21st through October 4thSaturdays–8am until 12pm
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Tosa Farmers Market
2025-07-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Wauwatosa, 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, 53213, United States
Every Saturday 8:00am – Noon through October 11th

AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA

For over 10 years, we’ve been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

South Shore Farmer's Market
2025-07-05 08:00 - 12:00 | South Shore Park, 2900 S Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53207, United States
South Shore Farmers’ Market
South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Dr Milwaukee WI
Welcome to the 2025 South Shore Farmers’ Market season! On behalf of the South Shore Farmers’ Market Committee, we are delighted to share with the community a 27th summer and fall of local, fresh food from over 50 regional vendors, musical performances from homegrown talent, and opportunities to connect with fellow Milwaukeeans and visitors in beautiful South Shore Park. Join us Saturdays from 8 am to Noon, June 7– October 25, 2025.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

4th of July in Greendale
2025-07-05 08:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Historic Greendale, 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
GreendaleEvents from July 2–6 include a 5K, parade, bike parade, live music, and fireworks. Festivities centered in historic downtown.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Oak Creek Farmers Market
2025-07-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Drexel Town Square, Oak Creek WI, 500 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI, 53154, United States
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Summer Fun at the Family Fun Park at Apple Holler
2025-07-05 09:00 - 15:00 | Apple Holler, 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, 53177, United States
Join us for some fun in the sun all summer and fall long at Apple Holler’s Family Fun Park! Apple Holler is the perfect place for children to enjoy the great outdoors, offering a blend of fun and educational experiences that engage all the senses. Our Family Fun Park is a treasure trove of rural adventures, where curiosity is encouraged and exploration rewarded.
Only $7 per person (children and adults)Available Daily | Weather Permitting
Included with your pass:

Unlimited play in the Kids Korral Play Area, featuring:

Skee Ball

Holler Hoops

Spider Web Rope Structure

Cool Cow Maze

Little Red Straw Barn

Tinyville Play Houses

Corn Palace Corn Box

Corn Maze

Straw Mountain

Amish Built Train

Rainbow Play Structure

Zip down the Giant Slide after a walk through the Jack and the Beanstalk Story Trail

Explore the Johnny Appleseed History Walk

Race around the Pedal Kart Raceway

Snap a photo at the Giant Butterfly Wing Photo Op

Visit and feed friendly goats at the Golden Goat Bridge

Discover nature at the Bees & Trees Learning Center

Don’t forget your camera! There are photo opportunities around every corner and memories waiting to be made.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Kinetic Garden at the Mitchell Park Domes
2025-07-05 09:00 - 16:00 | The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, 53215, United States
Summer has arrived in the Kinetic Garden!

The harmony between nature and art finds color expression in “Kinetic Garden,” a prismatic floral exhibit focused on begonias, petunias, and lantanas.
The patterns and shapes found in these Summer flowers evoke a sense of movement and, like an artist’s color wheel, reveal the nearly limitless palette of the natural world.
Dynamic sculptures meld with the variegated flower bed to create a striking whole; this joyous display will move you in unexpected ways!

Monday – Friday:
9 AM – 5 PM
Last admission is at 4 PM
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‍‍Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
9 AM – 4 PM
Last admission is at 3 PM
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
