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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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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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Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

Toons at Noon in Downtown Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center Courtyard 411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

June 6 - August 29 every Thursday at 12pm-1pm Catch some live music during your lunch hour MKE! PNC presents Tunes @ Noon every Thursday at 12pm-1p! Soak up some sun, and enjoy great live music starting June 6th! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

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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 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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Event Series 2024 Community Events

South Milwaukee Downtown Market

South Milwaukee Downtown Market 1101 Milwaukee Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI, United States

Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts , Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family! Thursday, MAY 30 through OCTOBER 3, 2024 Thursdays 3:00pm - 7:00pm with live music from 5pm - 7:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

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Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park

Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Thursdays from 4:00pm - 6:00pm Free   Washington Park temporary location: Washington Park Pool House 4023 W Galena St Milwaukee WI Calling everyone for an evening of laughter and friendly competition at Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more! Please note: Dates and times are […]

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Milwaukee’s Sherman Park Summer Music Series

Sherman Park Milwaukee 3000 N Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Enjoy music, food trucks and family-friendly fun in Sherman Park every Thursday evening from June 6 through September 26 from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm! A detailed schedule is on its way. Plan to attend and bring the whole family. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

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Guided Hike at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee

Lakeshore State Park 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

August 4: Bird Hike, 9:30-10:30 AM  Join our Naturalist on a leisurely morning hike to learn the basics of birding and see some the 70+ species that live in or migrate through Lakeshore State Park! Every bird hike is unique as migration causes our visitors to change throughout the year. We recommend bringing your binoculars, […]

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Pewaukee Gators Water Ski Show

Lakefront Park - Pewaukee 222 W Wisconsin Ave, Pewaukee, WI, United States

Looking for some free, family fun this summer? The Pewaukee Lake Water Ski Club can help! Come on out to see your fast, flashy and high-flying Pewaukee Gators at Lakefront Park in Pewaukee every Thursday night, as the club celebrates its 40th anniversary! WHAT: Free water ski show WHEN: Every Thursday night, through Labor Day […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Oak Creek LionsFest

Oak Creek Lions Club 9327 S Shepard Ave, Oak Creek, United States

August 30 - September 2, 2024 at the Oak Creek Lions Club 9327 S Shepard Avenue Oak Creek WI Free admission, costs vary for rides, raffles and food! 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 Family […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Food Truck Fridays in West Allis

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

Fridays June 7 / June 21 / July 12 / July 26 / August 16 / August 30 / September 13 / September 27 from 5 - 8 pm Celebrate summer with Food Truck Fridays at the West Allis Farmers Market, 6501 W. National Ave. from 5 - 8 pm! Milwaukee’s best food trucks will gather […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

St Francis Days at Vretenar Park

Milton Vretenar Municipal Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI

Milton Vretenar Memorial Park •  4230 Kirkwood • St Francis WIAugust 30 - September 1, 2024Admission: FREEFestivities for the 60th Annual St. Francis Days include a parade at 11 am on Saturday, carnival, live music, and a cornhole tournament. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

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Wednesday Night Live 2024 at State Fair Park

Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

Wednesday Night Live is a unique, FREE, weekly summer concert series held exclusively at the Bud Pavilion. Event Times: Gates Open: 6pm Live Music Begins: 7pm Live Music Ends: 10:30pm 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: […]

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Event Series 2024 Open Swims

Milwaukee Recreation Open Swim – Multiple Locations

Various WI, United States

Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]

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Event Series Spring and Summer 2024

Friday Night Flick at Lake Park Milwaukee

Lake Park 2975 N Lake Park Rd, MILWAUKEE, WI

Meet at the Summer Stage - 2975 N Lake Park Rd Milwaukee WI June 28 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm / July 26 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm / August 30 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm / Sep 27 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

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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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Brookfield Farmers Market

Brookfield Farmers Market 16900 Gebhardt Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

We are open from 7:30 - noon every Saturday Morning from May 4th through October 26th.  The farmers market sets up in the front parking lot of Brookfield Central High School, 16900 W Gebhardt Road. 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 Community Events

Tosa Farmers Market

Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 8am-noon The Tosa Farmers Market is a local not-for-profit organization that carefully curates the best, freshest foods in the region, but it’s more than that. It’s a community hub for foodies, cyclists, coffee-lovers, music fans, yogis, kids — and all their neighbors. Power of Produce (POP) […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

South Shore Farmers Market at South Shore Park Milwaukee

South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

South Shore Park 2900 South Shore Drive Milwaukee WI The best of local in the best of locale. Nearly 25 years celebrating farm fresh and local food along the shores of Lake Michigan at the South Shore Park in Bay View, Milwaukee. JUNE 15 through OCTOBER 26, 2024 Saturdays 8:00am to Noon Please note: Dates […]

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New Berlin Farmers Market

New Berlin City Center 15055 W National Ave, New Berlin, United States

8am - Noon Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October 15055 W National Avenue in the City Center On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Drive 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 Family […]

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Waukesha Farmers Market

Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

The Waukesha Farmers’ Market is an open-air, producer-only public market that operates every Saturday, May through October 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 Family Farmers Market Time MKE!)

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Greendale Downtown Market

Downtown Historic Greendale 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, United States

Saturdays Now through September 28 from 8am - Noon The Village of Greendale is a charming, historic suburb of Milwaukee, WI. Markets are held weekly on the picturesque Broad Street, providing a central location for residents and visitors to gather and support local entrepreneurs and access fresh produce, bakery items, and homemade goods. Join us […]

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Oak Creek Farmers Market

Drexel Town Square 361 W Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI, United States

Join us for the 2024 Season of the Oak Creek Farmers Market! Dates:  Saturdays, May 11 through October 19, 2024 Time:  9:00 am – 1:00 pm Location:  Drexel Town Square 361 W Town Square Way Oak Creek WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]

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Event Series Third Ward Art Festival

Third Ward Art Festival 2024 Milwaukee

Third Ward Milwaukee 345 N Broadway, Milwaukee

Third Ward Art Festival  On Broadway Street from St Paul to Menomonee Milwaukee WI AUGUST 31 from 10am - 5pm SEPTEMBER 1 from 10am - 5pm Spend Labor Day weekend at the Third Ward Art Festival in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! Free and open to the public, the Annual Third Ward Art Festival, in partnership with the Historic […]

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Red Bull Wake the City at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee

Lakeshore State Park 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Red Bull Wake the City Lakeshore State Park, 500 N. Harbor Dr Milwaukee WISaturday, August 31, 2024 from 11 am - 5 pmAdmission: FREE Get ready for the U.S. debut of Red Bull Wake The City, an exciting and innovative wakeboarding competition with a unique doubles format. Thirty-six of the world’s top riders will team […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Oak Creek LionsFest

Oak Creek Lions Club 9327 S Shepard Ave, Oak Creek, United States

August 30 - September 2, 2024 at the Oak Creek Lions Club 9327 S Shepard Avenue Oak Creek WI Free admission, costs vary for rides, raffles and food! 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 Family […]

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Kites Over Greendale Festival

Greendale Community Center Park 6200 S 76th St, Greendale, United States

Kites Over Greendale Festival August 31, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 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 Outdoor Summer Kite Fest Time MKE!)

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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 Community Events

St Francis Days at Vretenar Park

Milton Vretenar Municipal Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI

Milton Vretenar Memorial Park •  4230 Kirkwood • St Francis WIAugust 30 - September 1, 2024Admission: FREEFestivities for the 60th Annual St. Francis Days include a parade at 11 am on Saturday, carnival, live music, and a cornhole tournament. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

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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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St Martins Fair Franklin

St Martin's Road and Church Street Franklin WI W Church St & W Saint Martins Rd, Franklin, United States

We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 St. Martins Fair! ST. MARTINS LABOR DAY WEEKEND EVENT is held along St. Martins Road (County Hwy. MM) and Church Street the Sunday before Labor Day from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Labor Day from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.    Selling Hours: Sunday of Labor […]

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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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Event Series Third Ward Art Festival

Third Ward Art Festival 2024 Milwaukee

Third Ward Milwaukee 345 N Broadway, Milwaukee

Third Ward Art Festival  On Broadway Street from St Paul to Menomonee Milwaukee WI AUGUST 31 from 10am - 5pm SEPTEMBER 1 from 10am - 5pm Spend Labor Day weekend at the Third Ward Art Festival in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! Free and open to the public, the Annual Third Ward Art Festival, in partnership with the Historic […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Oak Creek LionsFest

Oak Creek Lions Club 9327 S Shepard Ave, Oak Creek, United States

August 30 - September 2, 2024 at the Oak Creek Lions Club 9327 S Shepard Avenue Oak Creek WI Free admission, costs vary for rides, raffles and food! 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 Family […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

St Francis Days at Vretenar Park

Milton Vretenar Municipal Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI

Milton Vretenar Memorial Park •  4230 Kirkwood • St Francis WIAugust 30 - September 1, 2024Admission: FREEFestivities for the 60th Annual St. Francis Days include a parade at 11 am on Saturday, carnival, live music, and a cornhole tournament. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

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September Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

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

Join us on Sundays in September 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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