Milwaukee With Kids

Rally Round for Children's Wisconsin at the Milwaukee Mile State Fair Park
2025-09-13 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
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 a one-of-a-kind cause. It will be the biggest pep rally you’ll ever attend, and all proceeds benefit Children’s Wisconsin.
Rally Round continues the 45-year legacy of Al’s Run & Walk — founded in 1978 by legendary Marquette men’s basketball coach Al McGuire — while evolving it into a day that features what people loved about the original event — coming together for a great cause and running, walking and so much more.
Featuring a Main Stage and entertainment powered by Wintrust, a variety of activation zones, delicious food, and the opportunity for families and care providers to enjoy the track for the day as they run, walk or roll in honor of loved ones, Rally Round offers something for all ages and abilities.
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.

Children's Wisconsin Rally Round at WI State Fair Park
2025-09-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Saturday, September 13, 2025 • 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Milwaukee Mile at State Fair Park

Join the Rally Round fun!

Children’s Wisconsin is excited to be honoring the 45-year legacy of Al’s Run & Walk by evolving the event into a day that offers what people loved about the original event — running, walking and coming together for a great cause — plus so much more!
We hope you will join us for this fun day of activities for all ages and abilities. Rally Round is a can’t-miss, gotta-be-there event benefiting Children’s Wisconsin. With main stage entertainment, a variety of activation zones, a track for running, walking, and rolling, and delicious food, this is the biggest pep rally you’ll ever attend! All kids are free! Let’s rally for the kids and families of Wisconsin!

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.

Half Day of Awareness at Retzer Nature Center
2025-09-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
A HALF DAY OF AWARENESS
Join the Mindfulness Community of Milwaukee at Retzer Nature Center for A Half Day of Awareness – a four-hour experience designed to reconnect you with nature and yourself. Through gentle walking, mindful movement, meditation, forest bathing, and a simple service project, you’ll cultivate presence and peace in a supportive outdoor setting.
This event invites you to slow down, restore balance, and deepen your mindfulness practice. Whether you’re new or experienced, it’s a meaningful way to connect with yourself and the world around you.

DATE/TIME: Saturday, September 13, 2025 • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

COST: Free! (for ages 12+)

REGISTRATION: Not required, but helpful if we need to contact you. Click here.

NOTE: Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water as well as any items you need for being outdoors. In poor weather, program may move indoors.
For any questions, please contact ParksInfo@waukeshacounty.gov.
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.

Touch A Truck (Sussex)
2025-09-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Sussex Armory Park, W239N5718 Maple Ave, Sussex, Wisconsin, 53089
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!

So many types of trucks … including food trucks!

To make room for all of the big, amazing trucks that will be at this event, we need to use a portion of Maple Avenue in front of the park. The road will be closed from Maple Grove Lane to Sussex Preserve Boulevard starting at 9 a.m. (A detour will be in place.) Entrance to this event will be from north of Maple Grove Lane ONLY. You will turn left into the park and park as directed. Please be careful of pedestrians and utilize our crossing guards to safely cross Armory Road between the trucks.

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.

Oak Creek Farmers Market
2025-09-13 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.

Waukesha Farmers Market
2025-09-13 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
2025-09-13 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
2025-09-13 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
2025-09-13 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
2025-09-13 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.

Brookfield Farmers Market
2025-09-13 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.

Fondy Farmers Market
2025-09-13 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.

Disney's Newsies at Greendale Community Theatre
2025-09-12 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Greendale High School, 6801 Southway, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
July 24 – August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here.
Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI
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.

Movie Night at Davidson Park MKE
2025-09-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Davidson Park at Harley Davidson HQ, 3700 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, 53208, United States
Join us for FREE Movie Nights at Davidson Park—presented in partnership with Near West Side Partners!
July 25, August 15, September 12 | 6:30 pm
Presented in partnership with Near West Side Partners, Friday Movie Nights invite families and friends to relax, enjoy fan-favorite films under the stars, and grab snacks from local vendors. Films begin at 6:30 PM. Guests are encouraged to arrive by 6:00 PM to get settled and enjoy refreshments.
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
2025-09-12 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.

Apple & Sunflower Fest at Basse's Taste of Country
2025-09-12 15:00 - 19:00 | Basse’s Taste of Country Farm, 3190 County Road Q, Colgate, WI, 53017, United States
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 available and while supplies last) including honeycrisp, fuji, zestar, and much more!

Sunflower Maze (weather permitting, while last)

Pick your own sunflowers are extra cost

Zinnia walk through

Pick your own zinnias are extra cost

Sunflower & zinnia photo ops

Grain Train ride to and from sunflower & apple fields! (ride is optional for those that would like to walk)

Bubble Bin (make HUGE bubbles)

Fun games

bag toss, connect 4, spun chairs, box maze

For the parents, there’s a beer garden within the sunflower patch. Enjoy up to 6 local craft beers on tap, seltzers, and the new wine slushies are a must-try!
Food trucks will be on the farm (weekends only).

Aug. 30th – Sept. 1st, Sept. 5th – 7th, & Sept. 12th – 14th Only
(weather permitting)
Fridays: 3pm – 7pm
Sats. & Suns. : 10am – 6pm
Labor Day (Sept. 1st): 10am – 5pm

$15.95/person. Children under 2 are FREE. Online tickets are not available for this event. For more information, click here.

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.

Public Ice Skating at Eble Arena Brookfield
2025-09-12 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Eble Park Ice Arena, 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53045, United States
Public Ice Skating
AT EBLE PARK ICE ARENA

Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena! Ice skating is perfect for family fun, friend or group outings, staying active, or simply enjoying time on the ice. Our Public Skate Sessions are open to all ages and skating abilities.

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.

Family Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics
2025-09-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Infinite Gymnastics, 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA
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 school days!).

RULES: ​

Ages 6 & Under – Parents chaperone kids & remain within arm’s reach. Parents are not allowed on the equipment.

Ages 6+ Drop Off – Parents sign kids in and then leave.

Yellow Trampolines:

Only ONE person is allowed to jump at a time.

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Pits:

Always land FEET FIRST in the pit! (Never on your head or stomach).

Do not bury yourself or others in the pit. No digging holes!!

Keep the blocks in the pit.

Miscellaneous Rules:

No Eating is Allowed in the gym.

Water bottles with WATER ONLY are allowed.

Look both ways when walking around the gym – Watch out for tumblers!

No Wrestling!!

Ask staff to use equipment. Do not touch equipment or props without permission!

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.

Family Storytime at the St Francis Library
2025-09-12 10:00 - 10:30 | St Francis Public Library, 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, 53235, United States
Family Storytime
Fridays from 10:00am – 10:30am
Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome.
Join us for stories, rhymes, and more!
No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.

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.

Roam with the Dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo
2025-09-12 09:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-11 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.

Pajama Storytime at the Greendale Public Library
2025-09-11 18:30 - 19:00 | Greendale Public Library, 5647 Broad St, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
Thursday, September 11, 2025 from 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Pajama Storytime

Dress up in your pajamas, grab a stuffy and come to the library for a family storytime. We will be sharing books, rhymes, and songs. Space is limited. No registration.

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.

Thursday Bike Nights at the Harley-Davidson Museum
2025-09-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Harley-Davidson Museum, 400 W Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM BIKE NIGHT CONCERT SERIESMay 1, 2025 – September 25, 2025
All bikes unite every Thursday from 5pm–9pm at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Grab your bike. Join your fellow riders (and non-riders) for free live music from some of Milwaukee’s favorite bands, fun, drool-worthy rolling sculptures and outdoor food and beverage. All wheels welcome. All people welcome.
Powered by: Rockford Fosgate® Motorcycle Audio, Twisted Tea® Hard Iced Tea, Dunlop® Motorcycle Tires, Harley-Davidson® Insurance, Wisconsin Lottery®, and Official Harley-Davidson™ Trucks.

2025 Bike Night Concert Series Schedule:
• 22-May – Cactus Bros. (Americana)• 29-May – Prime Country (Country)• 5-Jun – Betsy Ade & the Well-Known Strangers (Pop-Rock)• 12-Jun – Ten Feet Tall (Rock & Roll)• 19-Jun – Rust Belt (Southern Rock)• 26-Jun – Deadelijk (Grateful Dead Tribute Band)• 3-Jul – Indigo Canyon (Alternative)• 10-Jul – H-D Homecoming® Festival featuring Buckcherry along with Hippies & Cowboys and Sons of Sconnie• 17-Jul – Ladybird (Alternative Country)• 24-Jul – Rock Revolutionaries (Classic Rock)• 31-Jul – The Delta Routine & Well & Good – Reunion Tour (Rock)• 7-Aug – FallBack (High Energy Rock)• 14-Aug – Hearthfire (Irish Rock)• 21-Aug – Chris Haise Band (Alternative Indie Rock)• 28-Aug – Dandy Freling / Big Heart Kind Band (Americana)• 4-Sep – God’s Outlaw (Outlaw Country)• 11-Sep – Frank Martin Busch and the Name (Country)• 18-Sep – Whiskey of the Damned (Celtic Rock-Punk)• 25-Sep – Cigarette Break (Hip-Hop, R&B, Jazz)

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.

Jazz in Cathedral Square Park Downtown MKE
2025-09-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Cathedral Square Park, 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Jazz in the Park
Thursdays from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells St Milwaukee WI
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.

Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
2025-09-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Urban Ecology Center Washington Park, 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Thursdays from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Washington Park – NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI
Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more!
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.

Community Day at Wisconsin Athletic Club (WAC) Menomonee Falls
2025-09-11 16:00
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 to attend this event!

N91W15700 Falls Pkwy, Menomonee Falls, WI (conveniently located right off I-41).

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.

South Milwaukee Downtown Market
2025-09-11 15:00 - 19:00 | Bucyrus Commons, 1028 Madison Ave, South Milwaukee, 53172, United States
Welcome to the South Milwaukee Downtown Market

Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts, Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family!
Thursdays May 29 – October 2, 2025
3 pm to 7 pm
Bucyrus Commons
1101 Milwaukee Avenue

West Allis Farmers Market
2025-09-11 12:00 - 17:00 | West Allis Farmers Market, 6501 W National Ave, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Shop Fresh and Local May – November

The West Allis Farmers Market, located at 6501 W. National Ave., is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. We open later in the day to allow the farmers to bring only the freshest produce, picked that morning, to the market. Farmers may leave early if all produce has been sold. The Market welcomes only Wisconsin-based growers and makers, so you can shop local and enjoy the best Wisconsin has to offer.
View our events page for dates and hours of our seasonal special events.

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.
