Milwaukee With Kids

Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
2025-10-06 07:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
FALL STORY HIKE
Step into fall at Retzer Nature Center’s Story Hike! Stroll the Orange Trail as you read Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari, with illustrations by Diana Sudyka. This book celebrates the fabulous fungi all around us, brought to you by Retzer Nature Center and the Bridges Library System. Come hike, read, and enjoy the season!

DATES & TIME: Daily, from September 20 – October 31, 2025 • Sunrise – 10 p.m.

LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)

COST: Free (all ages)*
*September 20 only – $10 admission per car during Apple Harvest Festival.

REGISTRATION: No registration; walk-ins welcome.

NOTE: The Orange Trail is an approximately 0.75 mile trail. Expect woodchipped and mowed grass trails with some sloped terrain. The trail is not paved and is not lit after dark.

Hike Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
2025-10-06 07:00 - 22:00 | Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
Scarecrow Lane

📅 Now through October 31 | ⏰ Sunrise – 10:00 PM
Say hello to the unique scarecrows along the Blue Trail at Retzer Nature Center! Scarecrow Lane is a self-guided hike on the west end of the Learning Center building. The scarecrows, decorated by local families and businesses, will be on display through October 31.
Free Entry and Parking Available | No Annual Membership or Daily Permit required

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.

Mrs Doubtfire at Uihlein Hall
2025-10-05 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center, 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
September 30 – October 5
A new musical comedy about the things we do to stay together.
Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Milwaukee in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved film,  MRS. DOUBTFIRE  tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. It’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” raves the Chicago Tribune – one that proves we’re better together.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Thursday, October 2, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Friday, October 3, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 4, 2025 @ 2:00 PM
Saturday, October 4, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 5, 2025 @ 1:00 PM
Sunday, October 5, 2025 @ 6:30 PM

For ages 6 and up

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.

Taylor Swift - The Official Release Party of a Showgirl at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater
2025-10-05 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-10-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Avalon Theater, 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53207, United States
Taylor Swift / The Official Release Party of a Showgirl

NR • 1 hr 29 min • Director & Cast: Taylor Swift • Genre: Music

Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl in theaters only October 3rd – 5th. See the exclusive world premiere of the music video, “The Fate of Ophelia”, along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, brand new lyric videos, and Taylor’s never-before-seen personal reflections on songs from her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.

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.

China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens
2025-10-05 17:00 - 20:30 | Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, 53130, United States
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite!
Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall!

Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. The crowds were large, but it was worth it.

The festival kicks off Friday, September 12th, and runs through November 2nd, 2025. The festival opens at 5:00 pm each night, and tickets are available online in three time slots (5:00, 6:30, or 8:00 pm).

We highly recommend buying tickets in advance, as walk-up tickets are limited and more expensive. Weekday tickets are $23 for adults and $16 for children, while weekend prices are $28 for adults and $18 for kids. Infants and toddlers under three get in for free.

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.

Snow White at The Racine Children's Theatre
2025-10-05 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-10-05 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-10-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, WI, 53404, United States
Mirror, mirror on the wall, it’s time to welcome “Snow White” one and all to the Racine Children’s Theatre Friday, October 3 – Sunday, October 5, 2025.
In this quirky retelling of the beloved fairy tale, we embark on a journey with a young witch who grows into a vain Queen who demands to be the fairest one of all! This updated version of the Brothers Grimm tale unveils the villain’s perspective, from her tragic childhood to her quest for revenge. So how did the story really go? Join all seven quirky dwarves, a tongue-tied prince, a sassy mirror, a dancing chicken, and of course Snow White, in a tale about friendship and happily-ever-afters with a twist in finding your beauty without a mirror.
Show Dates and Times:
• Friday, October 3 at 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday, October 4 at 12:00, 2:00, & 4:00 p.m.
• Sunday, October 5 at 12:00, 2:00, & 4:00 p.m.
Packy, the RCT friendly elephant mascot, will greet the audience at the performance. RCT shows are just over an hour in length, filled with imaginative fun, playful and interactive, and creatively engaging, making them great ways to introduce children to theatre and the arts, while creating new memories.
Join us by getting your tickets from the Racine Theatre Guild located at 2519 Northwestern Avenue, Racine. Call (262) 633-4218, visit https://racinetheatre.org/event/snow-white/, or stop by the box office weekdays from 12 to 6 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to showtime.
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.

The Lion King Kids at Waukesha Civic Theatre
2025-10-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Waukesha Civic Theatre, 264 W Main St, Waukesha, 53186
The Lion King KIDS
Thu Oct 2 2025 at 6:30 pm / Fri Oct 3 2025 at 6:30 pm / Sat Oct 4 2025 at 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm / Sun Oct 5 2025 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm

Celebrate the Circle of Life in this timeless story of courage, friendship, and destiny. The Lion King is the story of Simba, an adventurous and energetic lion cub who is next in line to be king of the Pride Lands, a thriving and beautiful region in the African savanna. When Simba’s father Mufasa is killed by his uncle Scar, though, Simba is led to believe that his father’s death is his fault, and he is encouraged to run away forever. Scar seizes power and with his already unstable mind deteriorating, the Pride Lands experiences a darkness and desolation from which only Simba can save the animals of the kingdom.

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.

Not So Scary Halloween Party at The Hill Has Eyes (Franklin)
2025-10-05 14:30 - 16:45 | The Hill Has Eyes, 7005 S Ballpark Drive, Franklin, WI, 53132, United States
The Hill Has Eyes – Not So Scary Halloween Party

When: Sunday afternoons in October
Where: 7005 S Ballpark Dr, Franklin, WI 53132
Details: Guided tour with just a hint of spooky fun. Trick-or-treating along the way.
Best for: Families looking for mild thrills.

Ideal for kids and families who want to experience The Hill Has Eyes attractions when it’s not so scary. Our actors will take you on a guided tour through the attractions and kids will get to Trick or Treat along the way.
Kids are encouraged to dress up and be a part of the fun!
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.

Barktoberfest at Matty's Big Backyard (New Berlin)
2025-10-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Matty’s Big Backyard, 14460 College Ave, New Berlin, 53151, United States
🎃🐾 Barktoberfest at Oktoberfest 🐾🎃
A fundraiser to support Ma Paws & Me Pet Rescue

📅 Date: Sunday, October 5th
⏰ Time: 1 PM – 5 PM
📍 Location: Matty’s Big Backyard – 14460 College Ave, New Berlin

🍂 Fall Festivities Include:

🐶 Meet & Greet with Adoptable Foster Dogs

🎯 Cornhole Tournament (Costumes Encouraged!)
• $30/team – 20 team maximum
• No Bust Rule: first team to reach (or exceed) 21 at the end of an inning wins
• Single elimination (no losers bracket)
• Winner takes home a prize!
👉 Email mpmgeneralinfo@gmail.com to preregister

🎶 Polka music: 12pm-4pm
🧠 Trivia hosted by Matty’s: 12pm-4pm
🍹 Fall Specialty Drinks – $1 from each donated to MPM
🎟️ Raffle Baskets + 50/50 Drawing
🔥 Roast S’mores by the Fire (kits for purchase – proceeds to MPM!)
🐾 Fall themed Puppy Chow Treats for Purchase
🌶️ Jack Daniel’s Chili – $1 from every bowl supports MPM
🍪Fall themed sugar cookies for sale!
🍷 Wine pull
👻 Costume Contest (for dogs and humans!)
✨ Costumes encouraged for everyone—even if you’re not entering the contest!

🐕 Bring your well-behaved, leashed pups and join us for this family-friendly, tail-wagging good time!
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.

Cider Sunday at Wehr Nature Center (Franklin)
2025-10-05 11:30 - 16:30 | Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, 53132, United States
🍎A celebration of fall & apple fun for all!
Cider Sunday is the Friends of Wehr Nature Center’s largest fundraiser and supports the center’s vision to be a regional leader in providing access to nature for all. Proceeds benefit the educational programming and land management that help make Wehr Nature Center a natural gem in southeastern Wisconsin. Celebrate fall during this family-friendly event for all ages.

What to expect:

Listen to the sounds of live music from The Sweet Sheiks (11:30am-2:15pm) and The Bluegrass Allstars (2:30pm-4:30pm).
Amble the trails among the autumn colors, enjoy a new apple-themed Story Stroll and sensory scavenger hunt.
Participate in an interactive presentation with live animals by David Stokes (12:30pm & 2:30pm, each 30 minutes).
Enjoy tasty apple treats/desserts, apple cider and bags of apples available for purchase.
Delicious food from various food vendors: Cedar Teeth, Twisted Plants, Caravan 1&1 and Corn Man.
Homemade cider beer provided by the Milwaukee Beer Barons.
Meet and take photos with our roaming apple character.
Participate in our amazing raffle baskets. Try your chance at winning awesome prizes!
Enjoy face painting, children’s crafts, activities, and more!

Proceeds raised support Friends of Wehr Nature Center.
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.

Octo-PURR-Fest at Root River Bowl (Franklin)
2025-10-05 11:30 - 15:00 | Root River Center, 7220 West Rawson Avenue Franklin, Franklin, 53132, United States
OctoPURRfest is Back — with a New Twist!
Join Almost Home Cat Rescue MKE for our annual OctoPURRfest — a fun-filled fundraiser featuring: A silent auction 50/50 raffle Gift card tree And so much more!
This year, we’re bringing the PURRty to the lanes — with BOWLING!
Your $25 ticket includes: 3 games of bowling Shoe rental Bowling ball A pitcher of beer or soda per team A surprise bonus — because we love surprises as much as we love cats!
All proceeds go toward helping our rescue cats get the love, care, and forever homes they deserve.
Don’t miss it — lanes are limited! Get your tickets now.
Want to bowl with your friends? Email us at fundraising@almosthomemke.com and we’ll do our best to keep your group on the same lane!
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.

See The Harry Potter Movie Series on the Big Screen Marcus Theatres in SE WI (See Details)
2025-10-05 11:00 - 20:00 | Marcus Theatres, WI, United States
HARRY POTTER MOVIE SERIES
You are cordially invited back to Hogwarts to re-live the magic of Harry Potter on the BIG SCREEN.
THIS SPECIAL SERIES INCLUDES:

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets – Tickets

​(September 14 & 15)

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban – Tickets

​(September 21 & 22)

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire – Tickets

​(September 28 & 29)

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix – Tickets

​(October 5 & 6)

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince – Tickets

​(October 12 & 13)

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 – Tickets

​(October 19 & 20)

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 – Tickets

​(October 26 & 27)

**Check participating locations HERE.
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.

MKE Oktoberfest at Henry Maier Festival Park
2025-10-05 11:00 - 18:00 | Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Milwaukee Oktoberfest takes place October 3–5, 2025 at Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds).

Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
General admission is $12.

Online Presale: $6 – Available till Oct 1st
Standard General Admission – $12 – Valid All Times
Kids 10 & Under – FREE – Must be accompanied by an adult.

FREE COMMUNITY HOURS:

Friday 4-5 pm
Saturday 11-1 pm
Sunday 11-1 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.

Applefest 2025 in Thiensville
2025-10-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Village Park Thiensville, 240 Elm St, Thiensville, Wisconsin, 53092
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞-𝐌𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦 – 𝟓𝐩𝐦.
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐳𝐚𝐮𝐤𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲’𝐬 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐮𝐤𝐞𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫. 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭, 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐳𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫, 𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬.
𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲-𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐲 𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬, 𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐢𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭, 𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐮𝐤𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚.

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.

Brady Street Pet Parade MKE
2025-10-05 11:00 - 16:00 | Brady St & Farwell Ave Milwaukee, E. Brady St. & Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Join us on October 5, 2025, from 11 AM – 4 PM for the Annual Pet Parade!
Get ready for a paws-itively fun day as pets of all kinds take to the streets for a beloved annual parade and celebration!
Enjoy sidewalk sales, giveaways, vendor booths, live entertainment, and fun photo ops throughout the day. This is a family-friendly event open to animal lovers of all ages!
Event Schedule:

11 AM – 4 PM: DJ Adriam and guests
12:15 PM: Pet Contest
1 PM: Pet Parade
1:30 PM: Pet Blessing at St. Rita’s Church by Father Tim Kitzke of Three Holy Women Parish
2 PM: Return to Brady Street to shop our local art market and enjoy special deals and drinks at Brady Street establishments
2:15 PM: Contest Winners Announced

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.

Fall Food Truck Frenzy at Vretenar Park St Francis
2025-10-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Vretenar Park, 3631 E Denton Ave, St. Francis, WI, 53235, United States
Coming up on Sunday October 5th from 11A to 3P: our Fourth Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy at Vretenar Park in the beautiful city of St. Francis. It’s a delicious, family friendly fundraiser featuring 11 Milwaukee area Food Trucks, music from the fabulous J Ryan Trio followed by the hot new Milwaukee combo Jazz Flux!
Here’s the best part; Pumpkin Painting! You pay $6 and your little artist gets a pumpkin and access to a whole table full of paint, brushes, stickers, glitter and other stuff. What you get is a precious photo op! There’s only 200 pumpkins so arrive early!
While they’re waiting for the pumpkin paint to dry there’s also a playground, a bounce house, cornhole games and face painting!
Proceeds from the sale of beer, seltzers, soda and water go right back to the community through the charitable projects of the Rotary Club of Mitchell Field. Everyone is welcome. Admission is free. Vegetarian options are available. www.foodtruckfrenzy.org
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.

Pumpkin Fest at Basse's Farm Colgate
2025-10-05 10:00 - 17:30 | Basse’s Taste of Country Farm, 3190 County Road Q, Colgate, WI, 53017, United States
Experience One Of The Best Pumpkin Patches In Wisconsin!
Start your family traditions and come explore Happy Jacks Pumpkin Land at Basse’s for our ever improving Pumpkin Festival in Colgate, Wisconsin.
Only 25 minutes north west of Milwaukee. Enjoy our pumpkin patch to pick-your-own perfect pumpkin, challenge yourself in our 8 acre corn maze, and enjoy many new and fun filled family activities during the fall! We have 65+ fun fall activities that the entire family can enjoy! Don’t forget decorations for fall, we have all you need such as indian corn, corn stalks, straw bales, pumpkins (all sizes, from small to our 100-400lbs gaint pumpkins!), squash, gourds, and more.

September 20th – October 31st

Weekend Hours (Sat & Sun): 10am – 5:30pm

Weekday Hours (Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri): 1:30pm – 5:30pm (closed on Tuesdays). Last call for admission daily at 4:30pm.

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.

Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer (Mukwonago)
2025-10-05 10:00 - 17:00 | Elegant Farmer, 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI, 53149, United States
Autumn Harvest Fest at The Elegant Farmer

Now through Oct. 27, 2025 (Saturdays and Sundays only) 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI 53149 Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and pumpkins) elegantfarmer.com

Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or starting a new one this fall, The Elegant Farmer offers an old-fashioned, on-farm experience.

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.
Saturdays & Sundays only, Sept. 7th – Oct. 27th, 10am – 5 pm. Welcomed by the Smilin’ Barn, admission and parking are free.

14th Birthday Party at Just Kiln Time Pottery Menomonee Falls
2025-10-05 10:00 - 17:00 | Just Kiln’ Time, N88W16683 Appleton Ave,, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051, United States
Just Kiln’ Time Pottery turns 14!
We’re celebrating BIG and you’re invited to the party of the season!

Here’s what’s happening:
$14 Birthday Deals select pottery pieces for just $14!
Try the Potter’s Wheel, watch live demos, and even get a sample spin yourself!
Face Painting Fun, perfect for the kids!
FREE snacks & drinks all weekend.
Giveaways + surprises you won’t want to miss!

Plus, on Saturday, enjoy the beauty of Falls Harvest Festival at Mill Pond Park a family-friendly tradition full of autumn charm. Then swing by Just Kiln Time to paint, play, and party with us!

It’s going to be FUN, FESTIVE & FULL of creativity. Let’s celebrate 14 AMAZING years together!

Just Kiln Time in Downtown Menomonee Falls ( N88W16683 Appleton Ave Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 ) October 3–5 All day fun, all weekend long!

Don’t miss out on the creativity, the celebration, and the surprises!

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.

Harvest Fest in Richfield
2025-10-05 10:00 - 17:00
Come join us at the farm for our Harvest Fest!
We will have Altered Spirits Distillery supplying adult beverages and Moon Dude Coffee supplying other beverages! We also will have a face-painter, painted pumpkins, metal artwork. Additionally, we will have live music as well as pumpkins, wagon rides and other fall activities are available at the farm!
1801 CR-CC, Hartford, WI 53027

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.

Harvest Fest at The East Troy Electric Railroad Museum
2025-10-05 10:00 - 15:00 | East Troy Railroad Museum, 2002 Church St, East Troy, 53120, United States
Harvest Fest Trains
Saturdays and Sundays September 6th through October 26th
Combine the fun of a ride on a historic electric train with fall activities ​such as the Elegant Farmer’s Autumn Harvest Fest.
The first train leaves the East Troy Depot at 10am
The first train leaves The Elegant Farmer about 11am
The last train leaves the East Troy Depot about 3pm
The last train leaves The Elegant Farmer about 4pm (Note the 4pm does not return)

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.

Greenfield Farmers Market
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Konkel Park – Greenfield, 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, 53220
Every Sunday from May-October
10AM-2PM
Konkel Park (5151 W. Layton Avenue • Greenfield, WI 53220)
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.

Tiny Hooves Sanctuary Guided Tour in Union Grove (*Please Register In Advance / Link Included*)
2025-10-05 10:00 - 12:30 | Tiny Hooves Sanctuary, 1117 N. Britton Rd, Union Grove, WI, 53182, United States
Tiny Hooves Sanctuary 1117 N Britton Rd Union Grove, WI

Join us for a special experience at Tiny Hooves Sanctuary during our limited-date guided tour season! These educational and interactive visits offer a meaningful look into sanctuary life and the rescued residents who call this place home.

🕒 Tour Schedule

Check-in: 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Self-Guided Stationed Tour: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Gift Shop & Relaxation Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

Walk at your own pace through clearly marked educational stations around the sanctuary, where you’ll meet some of our most beloved residents, learn their stories, and discover what compassionate care truly looks like. Tiny Hooves staff and volunteers will be available at each station to answer questions and guide your experience.
🚗 Parking & Facilities

Parking is available along the side of the driveway or along the road outside the sanctuary gate

Space is limited to 40 guests per date – advance registration is required

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-tours

Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo
2025-10-05 09:30 - 16:30 | Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, 53226, United States
Dig into dinos! The Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 Summer Exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur presented by Meijer, is now open for a limited time. Launching Wednesday, May 21, guests of all ages can unearth the past and explore prehistoric bones, teeth, and more from mighty dinosaurs like the T. Rex and Triceratops. It’s an exciting adventure with life-sized dinos and hands-on discoveries! Exploration Dinosaur is open daily through Oct. 5 and located outside, behind the Small Mammals Building. Cost is $4 per person. Now through October 5th.

Exploration Dinosaur is open during Zoo hours:

9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, May 21 through May 23
9:30 am to 5 pm daily, May 24 through Sept. 1
9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, Sept. 2 through Oct. 5

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
2025-10-05 09:00 - 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.
