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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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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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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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Event Series 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

Laborfest Parade Kickoff at Zeidler Union Square Milwaukee

Zeidler Union Square 301 W Michigan St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

  Laborfest Parade Kickoff, at Zeidler Union Square September 2nd at 11:00 am Location:Parade Kickoff: Zeidler Union Square 301 W Michigan St Milwaukee WI  Festivities: Henry W. Maier Festival Park Milwaukee's Laborfest Parade kicks off at Ziedler Union Square. The route ends at the Summerfest Grounds with a free family-friendly festival, featuring live music, children’s entertainment, […]

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Milwaukee Laborfest at Henry Maier Festival Park

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

Labor Fest | September 2, 2024 | 11:00am - 5:00pm  HENRY MAIER FESTIVAL PARK | FREE ADMISSION  Celebrate the holiday at the Milwaukee Lakefront’s biggest festival that’s free and open to the public – Milwaukee Laborfest! On September 2, Henry Maier Festival Grounds will come alive with live music, children’s entertainment, a classic car show, […]

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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 Outdoor Festivals and Events

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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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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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 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 Milwaukee Public Library Events

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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Event Series Milwaukee Public Library Events

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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Event Series Milwaukee Public Library Events

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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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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Summer Of Soul: Outdoor Concert Series in Downtown Milwaukee

Marcus Performing Arts Center, Peck Pavilion 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

 July 10 - September 18 | FREE | Peck Pavilion 929 N Water St Milwaukee, WI Free Event For All Ages!  July 10 | July 24  | August 7 | August 21 | September 4 | September 18 | All at 4:00pm Discover the extraordinary at the inaugural Summer of Soul: Outdoor Marketplace & Concert Series (SoS). […]

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Event Series Boswell Book Company 2024 Events

Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic (Author of Daphne Draws Data) at Boswell Book Company Milwaukee

Boswell Book Company 2559 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, author of Daphne Draws Data: A Storytelling with Data Adventure at Boswell on Wednesday, September 4 at 6:30 pm Boswell welcomes Milwaukee author Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic for an event featuring her new picture book, Daphne Draws Data, in which Daphne the dragon transforms numbers into stories, helping new friends solve their problems with […]

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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 to the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Thank You Thursday

Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

FREE ADMISSION to the Milwaukee Public Museum! 2024 DATES AND TIMES from 10:00am to 5:00pm *Ticket will be accepted for entry anytime between 10:00am and 4:30pm. Visit length is not limited. January 4 February 1 March 7 April 4 May 2 June 6 August 1 September 5 October 3 November 7 December 5  FREE admission for Kohl's Thank You Thursdays. ALL visitors* (excluding […]

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Free Admission Day at Villa Terrace Milwaukee Lakefront

Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United States

Everyone Invited to Free Day at Villa Terrace! Event features arts, activities and exploration Free Admission Thursday August 01, 2024 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Enjoy free admission to the Villa Terrace on the first Thursday of the month. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

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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

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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Event Series 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

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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Event Series Oak Creek Library 2024 Events

Family Fun: Choose Your Own Adventure at Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11)

Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United States

Family Fun: Choose Your Own Adventure at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI  Ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) Get ready for movement and books! There will be a course with options for physical obstacles, brain teasers, and book-related activities. You decide which stations will be a part of […]

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Event Series 2024 Movies

Movies In The Deer District Downtown Milwaukee

Deer District 1134 Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Aug 8 / Thursday 7:00pm - 10:00pm / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) Sep 5 / Thursday 7:00pm - 10:00pm / Trolls Band Together (PG)   Event Location: The Beer Garden 1133 N Old World 3rd St Milwaukee WI 53203 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

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Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

Art on the Plaza at the West Allis City Hall Centennial Plaza

West Allis City Hall 7525 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI, United States

Art on the Plaza: 5 to 8 pm on September 6. The city of West Allis invites the community to the City Hall Centennial Plaza for an evening of live music by Sweet Sheiks, art-making opportunities with artists onsite, craft beer, food trucks, and local art to purchase. 7525 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI Join […]

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Event Series 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

Milwaukee’s Biggest Free Little Library at Kosciuszko Park Milwaukee

Kosciuszko Park 2201 S 7th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Milwaukee's Biggest Free Little Library, at Kosciuszko Park Date: September 6th Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Kosciuszko Park 2201 S 7th St Milwaukee WI Choose from hundreds of books and take your favorites home for you and your family! A FREE event for ALL AGES with entertainment, face painting, art activities and much […]

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Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

St Luke’s Fall Festival Brookfield

St Luke Catholic Church 18000 W Greenfield Ave, Brookfield, United States

St. Luke Fall Festival: 4 to 11 pm on September 6. The parish offers a fish fry or shrimp dinner, hot dogs, a bake sale, a marketplace with local crafters and home-based vendors, with carnival games and a bounce house for children, a flashlight candy hunt, and music by Eric Diamond, and the Our House […]

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Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

Tosa Fest Wauwatosa

Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

TosaFest, presented by JJB Home Improvements, is back in the heart of the Village once again in 2024! FREE admission. Friday, September 6 from 5 pm-11 pmSaturday, September 7 from 11 am-11 pmOn State Street between Harwood Avene and Underwood Ave in Wauwatosa. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

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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 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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