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Milwaukee Family Events
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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Week of Events
Sunday, July 6, 2025
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Monday, July 7, 2025
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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Wednesday, July 9, 2025
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July 9, 2025 -Wonderful Wednesdays at Lake Park Milwaukee
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July 9, 2025 -Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the Times Cinema MKE
Wonderful Wednesdays at Lake Park Milwaukee
Wonderful Wednesdays đź“Ť Lake Park (2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee WI)đź“… Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13⏰ 6:30 – 7:30 pm🎟️ FREE & open to the public👉 Lake Park Friends Facebook for updates Gather your family for a fun summer tradition! Wonderful Wednesdays is a free concert series for kids and families held at the Lake Park Summer Stage, just south of the playground and tennis courts. ✨ New for 2025: Musa Ice Cream Truck will be on-site selling sweet treats. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food, and drinks. 2025 Lineup: July 9 – Fox and Branch: Energetic, family-friendly folk with a timeless twist. July 16 – Main Street Song & Dance Troupe: Talented teens perform “The Love Spectrum,” a musical about all types of love. July 23 – Yid Vicious: A high-energy klezmer band bringing traditional Yiddish folk music to life. July 30 – Little Miss Ann: Chicago-based children’s musician who gets kids moving with interactive tunes. August 6 – Duke Otherwise: Hilarious, imaginative songs with tap dancing and playful storytelling. August 13 – Susan Salidor: Beloved children’s performer known for her thoughtful, heart-filled songs. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Free
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the Times Cinema MKE
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone PG • 2 hr 32 min • For some scary moments and mild language. 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.
$8 – $12
Thursday, July 10, 2025
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July 10, 2025 -Fondy Farmers Market
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July 10, 2025 -Sensory Hours at Slick City Wauwatosa
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July 10, 2025 -Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum
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July 10, 2025 -Baby Cafe Summer Edition at Chabad of the East Side Milwaukee
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July 10, 2025 -You Build It! At Bay View Library
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July 10, 2025 -St Francis Library Thursday Performer: Gee Funny Farms
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July 10, 2025 -Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE
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July 10, 2025 -All Ages Jam House at Arts @ Large
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July 10, 2025 -Movie Night at the Milky Way Drive In (Franklin)
Fondy Farmers Market
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.
Free
Sensory Hours at Slick City Wauwatosa
Sensory Hours Enjoy a 90-minute sensory friendly session for those who require a less intense environment Thursday, July 10th from 9-10:30am 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.
$25
Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum
DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric programming. Examine real fossils, think like a paleontologist, and test your di-knowledge through hands-on activities and special events. Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 […]
$15 – $25
Baby Cafe Summer Edition at Chabad of the East Side Milwaukee
Join us for Baby Cafe ~ Summer Edition! Make your summer mornings extra special with this cozy, interactive meet-up for parents and their little ones (ages 0-3). Enjoy a warm and welcoming Jewish environment where you can relax, connect with other parents, and give your child the chance to explore, play, and grow through music, […]
Free
You Build It! At Bay View Library
You Build It! Thursday, July 10 from 1-2 pm Bay View Library - 2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
Free
St Francis Library Thursday Performer: Gee Funny Farms
All ages. Grab a blanket and join us at Citizen’s Park, next to the Library, for an animal meet and greet! 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.
Free
Summer with LibraryCorps at Atkinson and Center Street Libraries MKE
Summer with LibraryCorps Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-4:30 pm Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm Atkinson Library - 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us this summer in the Children's Area for fun hands-on activities! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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All Ages Jam House at Arts @ Large
Jam House July 10 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm & August 7 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for Jam House with host Jeanne Marie Farinelli. A talented saxophonist and Milwaukee educator, she regularly performs with local jazz groups. Her music blends modern influences with traditional jazz, creating a soulful and unique […]
Free
Movie Night at the Milky Way Drive In (Franklin)
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.
$42
Friday, July 11, 2025
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July 11, 2025 -Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum
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July 11, 2025 -Sensory Playtime at Tippecanoe Library (Ages 0-5)
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July 11, 2025 -Milwaukee Capitol Library: Wehr Nature Center Presents Sssentional Snakes!
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July 11, 2025 -You Build It! At Villard Square Library
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July 11, 2025 -Free Family Hands-On Art Activities at Racine Art Museum
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July 11, 2025 -4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
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July 11, 2025 -St Lucy Festival (Racine)
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July 11, 2025 -Challah in the Park at Atwater Park
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July 11, 2025 -Sussex Lions Daze
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July 11, 2025 -St. Mary’s Festival Hales Corners
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July 11, 2025 -Moons and Myths at the UWM Planetarium
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July 11, 2025 -Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
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July 11, 2025 -Greendale Movie at Gazebo Park
Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum
DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric programming. Examine real fossils, think like a paleontologist, and test your di-knowledge through hands-on activities and special events. Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 […]
$15 – $25
Sensory Playtime at Tippecanoe Library (Ages 0-5)
Fridays, July 11 & August 8 from 10:30-11:30 am at Tippecanoe Library 3912 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Recommended for children 6 months to 5 years old with a caregiver. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
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Milwaukee Capitol Library: Wehr Nature Center Presents Sssentional Snakes!
Sssensational Snakes! Friday, July 11 from 1-2 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI The Wehr Nature Center will present a program dispelling snake myths and teaching about all the things that make snakes sssensational! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
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You Build It! At Villard Square Library
You Build It! Friday, July 11 from 3-4 pm Villard Square Library - 5190 N 35th St Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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Free Family Hands-On Art Activities at Racine Art Museum
Free Family Hands-On Art Activities at RAM Join Education staff at Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, for a family-oriented art project. Friday, July 11, 4:00 – 7:00 pm Friday, August 1, 4:00 – 7:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
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4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
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 and fireworks both nights. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
$13 – $15
St Lucy Festival (Racine)
St. Lucy Festival3101 Drexel Ave Racine WILive music, bingo, meat sweepstakes, rummage sale and more. Get all the details here. Friday, July 11 4pm-11:00pm / Saturday, July 12 2:00pm-11:00pm / Sunday, July 13 11:30am-9pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Free
Challah in the Park at Atwater Park
Get ready for a joyful, hands-on experience at our upcoming Challah in the Park series! Join us as we come together to braid, bake, and connect — with all the supplies and guidance you need to make your very own beautiful challah to bring home for Shabbat. Come soak up the sunshine, enjoy some music, and create a delicious […]
Free
Sussex Lions Daze
It's that time of year again! Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. From July 11th to July 13th, the Sussex Lions Club and Sussex Area Service Club will be hosting an incredible lineup of events that you won't want to miss. Lions Daze has […]
Free
St. Mary’s Festival Hales Corners
July 11-13 St. Mary’s Festival9520 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales CornersFood, music, games, rides, cash raffle 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.
Free
Moons and Myths at the UWM Planetarium
Travel to the most famous moons in the solar system, from fiery Io to icy Europa where there is evidence of the key to life: liquid water. Delve into the rich and captivating Greek myths associated with these moons. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky followed by the opportunity […]
$5 – $6
Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
July 11 - 27, 2025 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc 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.
$27
Greendale Movie at Gazebo Park
Greendale Movies In The Park hosted by Gift of Wings Gazebo Park 5710 Broad St Greendale WI June 7: Inside Out 2 July 11: Moana 2 Aug. 1: The Garfield Movie 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.
Free
Saturday, July 12, 2025
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July 12, 2025 -Fondy Farmers Market
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July 12, 2025 -Neon Brush Kids: A Family-Friendly Art Experience
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July 12, 2025 -Sussex Lions Daze
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July 12, 2025 -Piala’s 12th Annual Family Fun Fest
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July 12, 2025 -Kids Fishing Day at Fleet Farm
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July 12, 2025 -Saturday Storytime at the St Francis Library: Mix It Up!
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July 12, 2025 -Bristol Renaissance Faire
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July 12, 2025 -Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival at Lakeshore State Park MKE
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July 12, 2025 -Chicago Day at The East Troy Railroad
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July 12, 2025 -Hands-on Drop-in Workshop with Nina Ghanbarzadeh at the Haggerty Museum of Art
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July 12, 2025 -Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum
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July 12, 2025 -Ruckus & Glee 10th Anniversary Celebration Wauwatosa
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July 12, 2025 -ABC Academy at Central Library
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July 12, 2025 -Frida Fest MKE at The Farmhouse
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July 12, 2025 -Saturday Fun Day at the Milwaukee Public Museum
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July 12, 2025 -Silent Book Club: MKE Reads at UEC Riverside Park
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July 12, 2025 -Mini Fest MKE at Zocalo Food Truck Park
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July 12, 2025 -African Cultural Festival at Brown Deer Park
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July 12, 2025 -Neon Brush Kids: Family Painting Experience at The Box MKE
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July 12, 2025 -Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
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July 12, 2025 -St. Mary’s Festival Hales Corners
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July 12, 2025 -St Lucy Festival (Racine)
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July 12, 2025 -4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
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July 12, 2025 -Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game Fundraiser for Stepping Stone Farms (Franklin)
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July 12, 2025 -Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
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July 12, 2025 -Live Wire – The Motley Crue Tribute at The House of Harley Davidson- Harley Davidson Homecoming Festival!
Fondy Farmers Market
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.
Free
Neon Brush Kids: A Family-Friendly Art Experience
Neon Brush Kids: A Family-Friendly Art Experience đź“Ť The Box MKE, 311 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202 đź“… Saturday, May 17 & Saturday, July 12 đź•’ Sessions at 10:30 AM & 12:45 PM 🎟️ Get Tickets Neon Brush Kids is a one-of-a-kind glow-in-the-dark painting event designed especially for families. Held at The Box MKE, […]
Sussex Lions Daze
It's that time of year again! Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. From July 11th to July 13th, the Sussex Lions Club and Sussex Area Service Club will be hosting an incredible lineup of events that you won't want to miss. Lions Daze has […]
Free
Piala’s 12th Annual Family Fun Fest
Piala's 12th Annual Family Fun Fest Saturday, July 12th, 9am - 4pm & Sunday, July 13th, 10am - 3pm Join us for a fun-filled family friendly weekend here at the nursery! Free Admission, enjoy live music, food, family activities & games, door prizes, plant specials, our peacock palace, and MORE. FESTIVAL LONG HIGHLIGHTS!: - Family […]
Free
Kids Fishing Day at Fleet Farm
Our annual FREE Kid's Fishing Day is back! Come enjoy fun and informative fishing activities, games & more for ALL ages as we help teach the next generation of anglers. Learn everything from safety tips to how to identify different fish! Plus, we'll have FREE kids fishing combos to give away while supplies last. […]
Free
Saturday Storytime at the St Francis Library: Mix It Up!
Ages 0 - 5. 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.
Free
Bristol Renaissance Faire
Bristol Renaissance Faire Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day | July 5 – September 1, 2025Off I-94 at the WI/IL Border | 10 am – 7 pmChildren 4 and under are Free Step back in time to 1574 and experience a day of royal revelry at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, one of the most magical and immersive summer experiences for families. This 30-acre village is filled with entertainers, artisans, jousting knights, and whimsical characters, creating a one-of-a-kind day of play for kids and adults alike. Here’s what families will love: Climb a castle wall, throw an axe, or shoot a bow — all in one day! Fully armored jousting matches and interactive parades 16 stages of non-stop entertainment: comedy, puppetry, music, dance & more Whimsical characters (including fairies!) roaming the streets Special KidQuests and hands-on activities for young adventurers Rides and games throughout the grounds Giant turkey legs and other medieval-inspired food & treats The entire faire is stroller- and wagon-friendly, and you’ll find plenty of shady spots and family conveniences to make a full day comfortable. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
$17 – $43
Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival at Lakeshore State Park MKE
Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival (FREE!) July 12, 2025Lakeshore State Park | Milwaukee, WI Watch colorful boats race across the water in this exciting celebration of Chinese culture. Families can enjoy martial arts, music, folk dance, and interactive cultural exhibits like lantern-making and traditional games. 10:00am - Opening Ceremony - Dotting the Eye of the Dragon 10:40am - […]
Free
Chicago Day at The East Troy Railroad
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 from ​10am - 3pm Come ride our 100 year old Chicago Elevated Cars, while also learning some Chicago railway history with National Park Rangers from Indiana Dunes National Park. Our fleet of Chicago, South Shore & South Bend railroad cars stopped at Indiana Dunes for more than 50 years. We have […]
$11 – $17
Hands-on Drop-in Workshop with Nina Ghanbarzadeh at the Haggerty Museum of Art
Learn to write your name in Farsi, Nina Ghanbarzadeh’s mother tongue, using stencils and other art supplies. Start with a two-dimensional version, writing right to left, then experiment, as Ghanbarzadeh does in her exhibition, with three dimensions. Her work is on view at the Haggerty from June 12 through August 2 in The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's Mary […]
Free
Dino Days of Summer at the Milwaukee Public Museum
DINO DAYS OF SUMMER July 7-25, 2025 Beat the heat when you travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Visit us for three weeks of positively prehistoric programming. Examine real fossils, think like a paleontologist, and test your di-knowledge through hands-on activities and special events. Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 […]
$15 – $25
Ruckus & Glee 10th Anniversary Celebration Wauwatosa
Ruckus & Glee 10th Anniversary Celebration đź“… July 12 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Ruckus & Glee is turning 10 — can you believe it?! This Wauwatosa toy store is celebrating with a FREE 10th Anniversary Celebration, which will include games, face painting, a magic show, a sidewalk sale, and plenty of cake. […]
Free
ABC Academy at Central Library
ABC Academy Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Free
Frida Fest MKE at The Farmhouse
Frida Fest MKE July 12–13, 20254511 S 6th St Milwaukee WIFREE Admission Celebrate the life, art, and cultural legacy of Frida Kahlo at Frida Fest MKE — a colorful, interactive two-day festival filled with music, dance, art, and community. This family-friendly event celebrates local Latinx artists and offers plenty of opportunities for kids and adults to create, dance, and explore together, including craft workshops, live music and dance performances, food trucks, and more.
Free
Saturday Fun Day at the Milwaukee Public Museum
SATURDAY FUN DAYS on JULY 12 AND 19 from 11 am-3 pm Join Museum Educators for dino-themed arts and crafts, fossil making, and guided exhibit tours. Families with young children (recommended for ages 3-6) are welcome to visit our Early Learning classroom under the Grand Staircase on the Ground Floor for hands-on activities and story […]
$15 – $25
Silent Book Club: MKE Reads at UEC Riverside Park
(Free for adults & teens) Milwaukee Silent Book Club is coming to Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center. Join in with your current summer read! Read quietly with a group of fellow readers or find your perfect reading nook in the park with our best reading spots map. Drop in early for some book chatter or […]
$20 – $25
Mini Fest MKE at Zocalo Food Truck Park
Mini Fest MKE đź“… July 12 | ⏰ 11:00am – 3:00pm at Zocalo Food Truck Park 636 S 6th St Milwaukee WI Mini Fest offers hands-on workshops led by artists and entrepreneurs, helping reconnect community with imagination. This annual summer festival started in Chicago in 2019 and has expanded to Milwaukee (Zocalo Food Park). All ages welcome. […]
$36 – $38
African Cultural Festival at Brown Deer Park
Join us for a community cultural event which brings Africans, Americans, and friends together to celebrate their rich cultural heritage. This event is FREE and family-friendly. 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 […]
Free
Neon Brush Kids: Family Painting Experience at The Box MKE
Neon Brush Kids đź“… July 12 | ⏰ 12:45 PM Connect with your kids in a fun and creative environment. With paints that glow in the dark, stencils to spark your imagination, and family-friendly tunes to set the mood, you'll be painting, laughing, and creating unforgettable memories together. Plus, you’ll each leave with a colorful […]
$24 – $33
Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
July 11 - 27, 2025 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc 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.
$27
St. Mary’s Festival Hales Corners
July 11-13 St. Mary’s Festival9520 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales CornersFood, music, games, rides, cash raffle 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.
Free
St Lucy Festival (Racine)
St. Lucy Festival3101 Drexel Ave Racine WILive music, bingo, meat sweepstakes, rummage sale and more. Get all the details here. Friday, July 11 4pm-11:00pm / Saturday, July 12 2:00pm-11:00pm / Sunday, July 13 11:30am-9pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Free
4th of July Fireworks in Big Bend & Rumble By The River
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 and fireworks both nights. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
$13 – $15
Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game Fundraiser for Stepping Stone Farms (Franklin)
Milwaukee Milkmen Fundraiser for SSF Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm Join us for a fun afternoon at the Milwaukee Milkmen game on Saturday July 12th at 6:00pm. Games are held at Franklin Field in Franklin, WI. Only tickets to the July 12th game will benefit Stepping Stone Farms. Here’s how you can […]
$15 – $30
Mean Girls: High School Edition at the Box Theatre Co Oconomowoc
July 11 - 27, 2025 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc 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.
$27
Live Wire – The Motley Crue Tribute at The House of Harley Davidson- Harley Davidson Homecoming Festival!
When you think of massive world-renowned bike rallies, bike festivals and the biggest name in motorcycles, nothing is bigger than the Harley Davidson name and The Harley Davidson Homecoming Festival!! Get ready to rock at The HOUSE! We are extremely honored to announce that Live Wire- The Motley Crue Tribute will be playing at the 2025 Harley […]
Free
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