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Looking for family-friendly activities in Milwaukee? Check out the MKE With Kids Events Calendar—your one-stop resource for the best kid-friendly events happening today. We’ve done the hard work, gathering the top activities from around the city into one easy-to-use guide. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, story times, or entertainment options, you'll find something perfect for your family. Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.

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Falls Festival of the Arts in Downtown Menomonee Falls

Menomonee Falls Downtown ​N88W16712 Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

The Festival will showcase a diverse range of local, regional, and state-wide artists, along with art demonstrations, a kids art zone, live music, food trucks, a beer & wine garden, performing artists, street performers, vendors and a community art project. The Festival, which originated as an art walk, has grown each year thanks to the […]

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Falls Festival of the Arts

Menomonee Falls Downtown ​N88W16712 Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

Falls Festival of the Arts is a one day block party in the heart of historic downtown Menomonee Falls and along the river from Mill Pond Park to Lime Kiln Park. The festival hosts local, regional and state artists, art demonstrations, kids art zone, live music, food trucks, beer garden, performing acts, street performers, and […]

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IndiaFest Milwaukee at Village Park Menomonee Falls

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

IndiaFest Milwaukee / August 24, 2024 from 11am - 8pmVillage Park - Menomonee Falls - Garfield Dr IndiaFest Milwaukee has become a tradition, bringing communities together beyond borders, boundaries, languages, region and religion; celebrating ‘India’ in a grand fashion in the land of Wisconsin. Festivities usually include a fashion show and Bollywood music and dancing. […]

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Music On The Sherman Perk Patio

Sherman Perk Coffee Shop 4924 W Roosevelt Dr, Milwaukee, United States

June 29 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / July 13 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / July 27 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / August 10 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / August 24 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Music on the Sherman Perk Patio Sherman Perk Coffee Shop 4924 […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

West Allis Farmers Market

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

The West Allis Farmers Market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh-cut flowers and annual plants, and prepared foods. Our 2024 season will start May 4. Each year the Farmers Market is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We are […]

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Event Series 2024 Family Movies

Summer Night Movie in Veterans Park Milwaukee

Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT! Summer Night Movie in Veterans Park Movies Start At Dusk Gift of Wings and Milwaukee County Parks are excited to announce the Free Summer Night Movie Series in Milwaukee's Veterans Park! Bring your blankets and chairs out to Milwaukee's Veterans Park and enjoy this family friendly movie! Gift of Wings will be […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Fondy Farmers Market Milwaukee

Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 9 am-Noon Fondy Market 2200 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI 2024 Market Season: EARLY SEASON Saturdays May 11th - June 29th from 9:00am to 12:00pm REGULAR SEASON Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays July 6th - October 31st from 7:00am to 2:00pm LATE SEASON Saturdays November 2nd-16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Cathedral Square Market Milwaukee

Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

JUNE 2-30, JULY 21-28, AUGUST 4-25, SEPTEMBER 8-29, 2024 9 am – 1 pm  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: (Shop Local MKE!)

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Greenfield Farmers Market at Konkel Park

Konkel Park - Greenfield 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield

It's time for the Greenfield Farmers Market! Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Greenfield WI Every Sunday from May-October  10 am - 2 pm 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: (It's Picnic Time MKE!)

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Riverwest Farmers Market Milwaukee

Riverwest Neighborhood Milwaukee E Center St & N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Riverwest Market Our mission is to make fresh, naturally grown, local food accessible to all. On any given Sunday, you can expect to find a plethora of seasonal fruits and vegetables, local honey and eggs, freshly made bread, sweet bakery items, hand crafted body care items, and heaping bouquets of flowers. Please note: Dates and […]

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August Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

American Science & Surplus 6901 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join us on Sundays in August from 2pm-4pm for some family activities!  Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or get messy clothes. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

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Hop Summer Nights Downtown Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee WI

Hop Summer Nights Milwaukee Intermodal Station, 433 W. St. Paul Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203 Sunday, August 25, 2024, 4-6 pm Admission: FREE Climb aboard Milwaukee’s FREE streetcar and enjoy live jazz music from local pianist JL Russell and his Smoothwalk jazz group. “Hopsicles” from Pete’s Pops will be free to all riders, while supplies last. […]

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Super Reader Squad at Milwaukee Playgrounds

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Super Reader at the Playground Mondays, 1:30-2:30 pm -  Whittier School Playground Tuesdays, 2-3 pm - Green Bay Playfield Wednesdays, 1:45-2:45 pm -  Burnham Playfield Read, create, and discover all summer long with Milwaukee Public Library and Milwaukee Recreation staff! Relax and read on a picnic blanket, explore our Tub of Books, or try a fun […]

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Cardboard Club at Villard Square Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Monday, August 26 from 4-6 pm at Villard Square Library 5190 N 35th St Milwaukee WI Get ready for an epic journey into the world of stories, imagination, and endless possibilities! At Cardboard Club we transform ordinary cardboard into extraordinary creations inspired by your favorite books! Dive into thrilling tales, meet fascinating characters, and bring […]

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Event Series Spring and Summer 2024

Music In The Park at Lake Park Milwaukee

Lake Park 2975 N Lake Park Rd, MILWAUKEE, WI

Lake Park - 2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee, WI In 2024, Lake Park Friends is proud to present the 26th season of Musical Mondays. Presenter Jeff Bentoff has arranged another fantastic and diverse roster of talented musicians to make Monday a day to look forward to in the summer. The 8 free Monday concerts […]

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Weekly Early Morning Bird Walks at all Urban Ecology Center Locations

Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States +2 more

Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]

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Craft and Storytime and Mequon Nature Preserve

Mequon Nature Preserve 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI, United States

Listen to a seasonally-themed book read by one of our staff members! Then take a short, guided hike and come back for a fun nature craft! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Email Amanda at amanda@mequonnaturepreserve.org to claim a spot! At 10:00 am on Tuesday: May 21st, June 25th, July 23rd, August 27th, September 24th, October […]

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Toddler Storytime at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Tuesdays, June 4th-July 31st @10-10:30am Ages 1.5 - 3 years. Siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! 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 […]

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Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Kids Corner Summer Series at Southridge Mall

Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

Southridge Mall's 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 is back this summer with an exciting lineup of FREE, educational events. This complimentary Summer Series will be held biweekly from 11am-12pm starting Thursday, July 18th through August 24th in our Kids Corner located on the Macy’s end of the mall on the upper level near the restrooms. 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

West Allis Farmers Market

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

The West Allis Farmers Market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh-cut flowers and annual plants, and prepared foods. Our 2024 season will start May 4. Each year the Farmers Market is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We are […]

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Super Reader Squad at Milwaukee Playgrounds

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Super Reader at the Playground Mondays, 1:30-2:30 pm -  Whittier School Playground Tuesdays, 2-3 pm - Green Bay Playfield Wednesdays, 1:45-2:45 pm -  Burnham Playfield Read, create, and discover all summer long with Milwaukee Public Library and Milwaukee Recreation staff! Relax and read on a picnic blanket, explore our Tub of Books, or try a fun […]

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Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen at Mitchell Street Library

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

Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen Tuesdays from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm  Mitchell Street Library 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI "You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is designed for children, youth, and families to explore the world of food. Each weekly session will include a hands-on cooking lesson that focuses on […]

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French Club at East Library

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesdays from 3:30pm - 5:00pm at East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say "Oui! Je parle francais!" Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to speak French. Au Revoir! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

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French Club for Kids! at East Library (Ages 6-12)

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

French Club - for Kids (6-12) Tuesdays, October 1, 15, 22, 29 from 3:30pm - 5:00 pm East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI French Club for kids! Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say “Oui! Je parle francais!” Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to […]

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Mosaic Studios Free Improv Class (Ages 10-13)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

August 27th from 5pm-6pm Create stories out of thin air! Use this exciting form of theatre to express yourself, get moving, and put your ideas to the test. Learn about active listening, trust, and physicality all in the world of improv! This class is a part of our free summer try-it class series. Click Here […]

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Board Game Night at Center Street Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesdays from 5-7:30 pm at Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for a night of board game fun for all ages! Whether you're new to board games or a seasoned player, stop by to play an old classic or find a new favorite.  Please note: Dates and […]

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Event Series Chill on the Hill 2024

Chill on the Hill at Humboldt Park in Bay View Milwaukee

Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Chill on the Hill, brought to you by the Bay View Neighborhood Association and Milwaukee County Parks, is a weekly free summer concert event with live local music, food trucks, and fun for the whole family. The event happens Tuesday evenings at Humboldt Park in Bay View.  Humboldt Park offers 75,000 square feet of seating […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Movies In The Market Square at The Corners Of Brookfield

The Corners of Brookfield 20111 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

Tuesdays in August - Movies start at 7pm Admission is FREE! Aug 6: "Sing" Aug 13: "Luca" Aug 20: "Finding Nemo" Aug 27: "PAW Patrol: The 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: (It's Movie Time […]

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Weekly Early Morning Bird Walks at all Urban Ecology Center Locations

Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States +2 more

Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]

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Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

Heart(beats) of the City in Downtown Milwaukee

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

Heartbeats of the City! Come take your lunch break and listen to some awesome live music at Red Arrow Park. Starting the first week of June, and continuing every Wednesday until September 4th, come on down with your co workers at 11:30 am for some of the areas best food trucks, and musicians! Please note: […]

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Super Reader Squad at Milwaukee Playgrounds

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Super Reader at the Playground Mondays, 1:30-2:30 pm -  Whittier School Playground Tuesdays, 2-3 pm - Green Bay Playfield Wednesdays, 1:45-2:45 pm -  Burnham Playfield Read, create, and discover all summer long with Milwaukee Public Library and Milwaukee Recreation staff! Relax and read on a picnic blanket, explore our Tub of Books, or try a fun […]

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Family Flicks: Kung Fu Panda 4

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Come join us for FREE summer fun with BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks movie nights presented by Shorewest Realtors – Northshore Office and St. Francis Children’s Center! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]

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Milwaukee River Round Up Concert Series

Milwaukee Riverfront 1200 W Canal St, Milwaukee, United States

Joy Engine PRESENTS MKE RIVER ROUND UP 2024 CONCERT SERIES Join us to paddle the Milwaukee River while you enjoy spectacular tunes from an incredible lineup of musical performers. Each week, the first performer will board the Funktoon and team up with MKE Kayak Company and Indeed Brewing for an evening of groovin’ on the […]

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Mosaic Studios Free Theatre Try It Class (Ages 9-12)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

Giants in the Sky Try It Class! August 28th 5:30pm-6:30pm & The Grinch: A Panto Free Try It Class August 28th 6:30pm-7:30pm Mosaic's 9-12 year old actors are gearing up for Fall semester's shows, Giants in the Sky! & The Grinch: A Panto! Join us for a free night to see what it's like to […]

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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 10–August 28 Rotary Amphitheater at Discovery World 500 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Wednesday, July 10| 5:30pm - 9:00pm | FREE Outdoor Music LIVE at the Lakefront returns in 2024 for a 15th season with free outdoor […]

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Muskego Water Bugs FREE Ski Show!

Idle Isle Park W182S6666 Hardtke Dr, Muskego, United States

Idle Isle Park Muskego WI Join us every Wednesday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day this summer to enjoy our thrilling production of "NASKI", coming to you live from "Idle Isle Raceway"! Don't miss our Junior Team Show 30 minutes prior to the Main Show! Concessions are available with cash or venmo payment accepted! […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Fondy Farmers Market Milwaukee

Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 9 am-Noon Fondy Market 2200 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI 2024 Market Season: EARLY SEASON Saturdays May 11th - June 29th from 9:00am to 12:00pm REGULAR SEASON Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays July 6th - October 31st from 7:00am to 2:00pm LATE SEASON Saturdays November 2nd-16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please […]

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Weekly Early Morning Bird Walks at all Urban Ecology Center Locations

Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States +2 more

Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]

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Free Admission Day at Boerner Botanical Gardens

Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

Free Thursdays: May 30, June 27, July 25, August 29, September 26 and October 31 Hours: 8 am – 7 pm / 7 days a week Gardens will be open, flowers in bloom. FREE Admission day at Boerner! Milwaukee County Parks, in partnership with Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens (FBBG), presents free admission to Boerner on […]

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Event Series Little Village Play Cafe 2024

Little Artists at The Little Village Play Cafe in Wauwatosa

The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Playtime at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Thursdays @ 9am & 3pm We offer FREE enrichment classes with the purchase of open play. Classes are led by our local educators and developed for kiddos between the ages of 6 months to 6 years. Our Little Artists class provides the […]

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Storytime In The Garden At Alice’s Garden Urban Farm

Alice's Garden Urban Farm 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI

What better place to enjoy a story than in the Garden? On the last Thursday of every month this summer, we will be joined by a librarian from Milwaukee Public Library (Center St branch), who will share stories, songs, and fingerplays all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning […]

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Playtime In The Garden At Alice’s Garden Urban Farm

Alice's Garden Urban Farm 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI

Thursdays in August from 9:30 am - 11:30 am  Join us for some relaxed, unstructured play time in the garden! There is no better place to learn and play than a garden: you and your young person can explore colors, nature, reading, numbers, patterns, and science, all at your own pace. We'll have a few […]

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