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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Hometown Celebration Head over to Nixon Park June 26, 27, and 28 for this year's Hometown Celebration! Events from June 26–29 with carnival, live music, and fireworks on June 27. […]
Hometown Celebration Head over to Nixon Park June 26, 27, and 28 for this year's Hometown Celebration! Events from June 26–29 with carnival, live music, and fireworks on June 27. […]
Hometown Celebration Head over to Nixon Park June 26, 27, and 28 for this year's Hometown Celebration! Events from June 26–29 with carnival, live music, and fireworks on June 27. […]
Hometown Celebration Head over to Nixon Park June 26, 27, and 28 for this year's Hometown Celebration! Events from June 26–29 with carnival, live music, and fireworks on June 27. […]
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 […]
Parade at 9 a.m. down North Avenue. Don’t miss the Patriotic Pup Parade at noon or the drone show on July 2 at 9:15 p.m. at Hart Park. Please note: […]
Independence Day Activities SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday July 3, 2025, 11:00 am Bike Decorating Library East Parking Lot Join the Brookfield Public Library on July 3rd in the Library’s East […]
Carnival runs July 3–5 at Malone Park. Parades and fireworks on July 4; drone show July 5. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
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 […]
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 […]
Muskego Water Bugs Present July 3rd Celebration at Idle Isle Park Free Ski Show at 6:30 / Entertainment & Concessions / Fireworks at Dusk Visit Us Online for More Info! […]
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 […]
Okauchee LakeFireworks at dusk on July 3 from Lacy’s Lane. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Milwaukee County Lights Up the Sky with Spectacular July 3rd Drone Show! Milwaukee County Parks in partnership with Milwaukee Parks Foundation The drone show will feature three waves of drones […]
Fireworks on July 3 at 9:30 p.m. from Phantom Glen Park; best viewing from Indianhead Park. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Hales CornersStart the day with a run, car show, kids’ parade, contests, and more. Fireworks at dusk at Hales Corners Park. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Wilson Park1601 W Howard Ave Milwaukee WIIncludes a parade, family activities, and fireworks. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Fun run in the morning, food trucks, DJ in the park, and fireworks at 9:35 p.m. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Parade at 9 a.m. down North Avenue. Don’t miss the Patriotic Pup Parade at noon or the drone show on July 2 at 9:15 p.m. at Hart Park. Please note: […]
Enderis Playfield2978 N 72nd St Milwaukee WIParade and daytime activities only. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Martin Luther King Center1531 W Vliet St Milwaukee WIDaytime celebrations, no fireworks. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Mitchell Park2600 W Pierce St Milwaukee WIDaytime activities and a parade, no fireworks. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Alcott Park3751 S 97th St Milwaukee WIIncludes a parade, daytime festivities, and fireworks at night. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Gordon Park2828 N Humboldt Blvd Milwaukee WIDaytime activities, parade, and evening fireworks. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Humboldt Park3000 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WIParade at 9 a.m., kids’ contests, talent show, and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
Lake Park3233 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WIParade, family-friendly activities, and fireworks. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Parade at 10 a.m., followed by kids’ contests and free treats at the American Legion. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
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 […]
Independence Day Activities SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday July 3, 2025, 11:00 am Bike Decorating Library East Parking Lot Join the Brookfield Public Library on July 3rd in the Library’s East […]
Carnival runs July 3–5 at Malone Park. Parades and fireworks on July 4; drone show July 5. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Kiddie parade at 9:30 a.m., park festivities and splash pad fun all day. Fireworks at 9:20 p.m. Full line-up here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Celebrate the 4th of July in Oak Creek with a full day of fun, starting at 9:00 AM with our Independence Day Parade, which kicks off at S. Heritage Ct. […]
Bicycle Decorating Contest at 10am, Parade at 3 pm, water ski show at 6 pm, and fireworks at dusk. More details here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Celebrate Independence Day 1840s-style at Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI It's time now for the annual Independence Day Weekend event at Wisconsin Historical Society’s living museum, July […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrate Independence Day 1840s-style at Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI It's time now for the annual Independence Day Weekend event at Wisconsin Historical Society’s living museum, July […]
Carnival runs July 3–5 at Malone Park. Parades and fireworks on July 4; drone show July 5. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
The Celebrations Commission is proudly bringing back the Village's Independence Day fireworks show. Saturday July 5th at dusk, in Village Park. Truck & Tractor Pull on July 11–12 with music […]
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 […]
The Celebrations Commission is proudly bringing back the Village's Independence Day fireworks show. Saturday July 5th at dusk, in Village Park. Truck & Tractor Pull on July 11–12 with music […]
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