
Mark your calendars for June 8, July 13, August 3, and September 7
Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE With Kids are returning to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park at the lakefront for the 2025 season — and they’re completely FREE to attend.
This beloved series, hosted by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Northwestern Mutual Foundation, takes place once a month from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and each date brings a new theme, packed with hands-on activities, live entertainment, community partners, and local food vendors.

Here’s everything you need to know to plan your visit:
📍 Location
Northwestern Mutual Community Park
Inside Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI
Free parking is available in Lot G (south of the Mid-Gate). There’s also designated bike parking if you’re riding in.
🎉 2025 Dates & Themes
June 8 – Summerfest Celebration
Get in the spirit of summer with programming from:
- Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast
- Discovery World
- Club SciKidz
- Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
- Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
- Wellpoint Care Network
- Pretty Girls Are Educated
- and many more
July 13 – Family Health & Wellness
Enjoy active fun and wellness-themed activities from:
- Milwaukee Kickers
- Playworks
- Girl Scouts
- Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
- Wellpoint Care Network
- and more
August 3 – STEM Exploration Day
Science and tech lovers will enjoy programming from:
- STEAM Milwaukee
- UWM Planetarium
- Hi, Tech
- Club SciKidz
- Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
- and others
September 7 – Performing Arts Showcase
Celebrate the arts with performances and activities from:
- Milwaukee Repertory Theater
- Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
- TBEY Arts Center
- Pretty Girls Are Educated
- and more
🍕 Food & Drink Options
A variety of kid-approved (and parent-loved) treats will be available for purchase, including:
- Sil’s Mini Donuts & Coffee
- Jamba Juice
- Street-ZA Pizza
- Pete’s Pops
- Bobalou Stuffed Pretzels & Lemonade
- Fazio’s Gourmet Popcorn Wagon
🌟 Good to Know
- All events are free, thanks to the generous support of the Northwestern Mutual Foundation.
- The park is fully inclusive and accessible, designed for children of all abilities.
- On non-event days, the playground is open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to dusk — a great spot for a lakefront outing any day of the week.
💡 Pro Parent Tip:
- Pack sunscreen and a water bottle!
- For the latest updates and full programming details, head to MilwaukeeWorldFestival.com.
👀 Looking for More Free Family Fun?
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