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Outdoor Family Activities

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Outta Sight Kite Flight Festival

Kennedy Park 4051 5th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, United States

Colorful kites fill the sky during the annual kite festival, presented by the City of Kenosha and Gift of Wings. A grand launch of more than 300 kites officially kicks off the event at 12 noon. See flying demonstrations of gigantic show kites (100+ feet) and stunt kite demonstrations by professional fliers from the around […]

Free

West Allis A La Carte

Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

WEST ALLIS A LA CARTE Sunday, June 4, 11 am – 5 pm Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave., from 70th - 76th St The “biggest block party in the City’! West Allis A La Carte is a street festival that occurs the first Sunday in June. It provides a venue to unite businesses, schools, churches, […]

Free

Summer Soulstice Music Festival 2023

East Side of Milwaukee - North Ave between Oakland Ave & Farwell Ave 1531 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

This year, the festival will take place on Saturday, June 17, 2023, and it's FREE for everyone to attend! You are not going to want to miss this FREE showcase of great music along with a variety of food, arts & crafts, and activities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

Free

Waterford Balloonfest

Waterford Town Park 8422 Jensen Parkway, Tichigan, WI, United States

Waterford Balloonfest Saturday, July 15, 2023 at Noon-8 pm Admission: FREE (Parking: $10 cash) One of the only hot-air balloon festivals in the area, this one-day event is back in 2023. Watch hot air balloons as they launch from the fields of Waterford and rise high above the village. Many family-friendly activities will be available […]

Free

Wacky Wheels Roller Skating Party

Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Thursday, July 20 at 12-3 pm / Mitchell Street Library - 906 W Historic Mitchell St Join us at the Mitchell Street Branch for a fun day of roller skating, games, and activities! The MKE REC Wacky Wheels Skate Van will be on-site providing free roller skate rental. Children may enjoy the free use of […]

Free

Wonderfully Wild Wednesdays

Westlawn Gardens 6213 W Custer Ave, Milwaukee

Wednesday, July 26 at 4-6 pm / Westlawn Gardens 6213 W Custer Ave (Near the Community Gardens) Get wonderfully WILD outside with family programs featuring family activities and a chance to check in with the Milwaukee Public Library. MPL card fines will be waived. Staff will be on hand for card registration and to update […]

Free

Back to School Health Fair

Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Friday, July 28 from 11 AM to 3 PM Services at the fair include:- School-required immunizations for children (no insurance needed) - COVID-19 vaccines and boosters for anyone 6 months and older - Other health screenings for children and adults - Resources and information from Milwaukee Health Department programs and community partners - Free kid's […]

$10

Falls Kids Festival

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

Join us for this fun-filled day in Menomonee Falls celebrating all things kids! There will be bounce houses, food trucks, mascots, root beer garden, a FREE concert featuring children's recording artist Laurie Berkner, and more! Stay tuned for more details!

Free

Wonderfully Wild Wednesdays

Westlawn Gardens 6213 W Custer Ave, Milwaukee

Wednesday, August 16 at 4-6 pm / Westlawn Gardens 6213 W Custer Ave (Near the Community Gardens) Get wonderfully WILD outside with family programs featuring family activities and a chance to check in with the Milwaukee Public Library. MPL card fines will be waived. Staff will be on hand for card registration and to update […]

Free

Fox and Branch Family Folk Music Concert

Museum of Wisconsin Art

August 19th, 2023 Art & Chalk Fest (West Bend) 10:00 amMuseum of Wisconsin Art, 205 Veterans Ave, West Bend, WI 53095Free Family Concert, 10:00 am!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: (Fox and Branch)   

Free

Lakeside at Milwaukee Art Museum

Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Lakeside at MAM / Sat–Sun July 29–30, Aug 12–13, Aug 19–20 / 11:00 am–4:00 pm / In-person / Free to the Public Join us at Lakeside at MAM for free outdoor fun! Mark your calendars for July 29–30, August 12–13, and August 19–20. For the third year running, Lakeside at MAM celebrates summer with a […]

Free

Fox and Branch Family Folk Music Concert

Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

August 19th, 2023 Irish Fest 4:30 pm Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202Children's Stage concert, 4:30 pm! August 20th, 2023 Irish Fest 12:30 pm Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202Children's Stage concert, 12:30 pm!Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

$15 – $25
Event Series Sunset Concert Series

Sunset Concert Series

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

Grab some lawn chairs, bring your family and friends and enjoy live music! The Sunset Concert Series takes place at the Village Park Amphitheater in downtown Menomonee Falls. The Sunset Concert Series is the premier, free, family friendly, live music event held on Thursday nights during the summer. Food and beverages will be available for […]

Free

Milwaukee Recreation Run Back To School

Wick Playfield 4929 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Event Information Date: Saturday, Aug. 26 Start Time: 9 am (Registration will close at 8:50 am / No participants will be allowed to start the course after 9:10 am) Start & Finish Line: Wick Playfield (park in the lot next door, behind the MPS Central Services building: 5225 W Vliet St) Cost: $5 for youth/$15 […]

$5 – $20
Event Series Heart(beats) of the City

Heart(beats) of the City

Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Heart(beats) of the City Lunchtime Concert & Food Truck Series Every Wednesday, June 7 - August 30 Red Arrow Park (920 N Water St) Grab your favorite pair of sunglasses for a lunch break in Red Arrow Park! Featuring a dozen local and national bands, this year's concert lineup has something for everyone. In its […]

Free

Live at the Lakefront – Music at Discovery World

Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Live at The Lakefront Returns! Wednesdays | 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm | Free for All Ages | July 12, 2023 – August 30, 2023 Join us at Discovery World for Live @ the Lakefront, one of the best FREE concert series in the city featuring incredible musical acts from around the country. With the […]

Free

MPS Ultimate Sports Day

Wick Playfield 4929 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Young people are invited to join us at Wick Playfield for the second annual MPS Ultimate Sports Day on Saturday, Sept. 16! MPS Athletics & Milwaukee Recreation will host this free event for 1st-8th graders to experience new sports and learn fundamentals. Participants will move through stations around the field, with each station representing a different district-sponsored […]

Petfest

Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Henry Maier Festival Park | 200 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202 September 23, 2023 | Free Admission | Free Parking A Festival for the Entire Family- Fur-members included! Petfest is celebrating another year as a fun event for two-legged and four-legged attendees. The free event features a variety of pet-focused attractions and activities, including dock […]

Free