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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 2024 Holiday Events

South Shore Christmas Parade

Cudahy Park 3000 E Ramsey Ave, Cudahy, WI, United States

SOUTH SHORE CHRISTMAS PARADE Saturday, November 23, 2024 Starts at 3 PM in Cudahy (Parade on Packard Ave. Starting on Grange Ave. to the Cudahy Library) Please note: Dates and […]

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Fox and Branch Family Folk Music Concert at Anodyne Coffee (Walker’s Point)

Anodyne - Walkers Point 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

November 24th, 2024 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am December 29th, 2024 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am January 26th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family […]

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Family Nature Club in Fox Point

Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together. Park and meet […]

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

West Allis Farmers Market (Late Season)

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 […]

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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!" […]

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Event Series 2024 Holiday Events

Greendale Tree Lighting Ceremony

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

Bring your family to the annual Greendale holiday tree lighting ceremony in Downtown Greendale. This event will take place on Friday November 29th beginning at 6:00 PM. Enjoy holiday music, […]

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Small Business Saturday and Tree Lighting in Menomonee Falls

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

Celebrate small businesses in downtown Menomonee Falls and shop local for all your holiday gifts.   This event will have: *Wagon rides*Entertainment in Centennial Plaza*Hot chocolate and fun treats to […]

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Grafton Christmas Parade

Downtown Grafton Grafton, WI, United States

Enjoy a wonderful Christmas parade in Grafton.

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Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE: Winter Story Time

Barnes and Noble BAYSHORE 5755 N Bayshore Drive, Glendale, WI, United States

Join Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE for Winter Story Time! They will be reading a couple of stories and doing a related activity! 

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

West Allis Farmers Market (Late Season)

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 […]

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Santa and Reindeer Visit in Germantown

Stop by on Sunday December 1st for meet and greet with Santa & Mrs. Clause, and have your picture taken with live Reindeer (fee for picture). Reindeer Games will be […]

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Event Series 2024 Open Houses

One More Milwaukee Fire Museum Open House!

Milwaukee Fire Historical Society and Fire Museum 1615 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Sundays Monthly from 12pm – 3pm at Milwaukee Fire Museum 1615 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI December 1st Since our November open house went so well, over 200 visitors!!! We will […]

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Menomonee Falls Christmas Parade

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

The 2024 Christmas Parade in Menomonee Falls will be held on Sunday, December 1 at 4:30 p.m. starting on Main Street at Harrison Avenue near downtown.

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Christmas Parade in West Bend

Downtown West Bend 120 N Main Street, West Bend, WI, United States

The West Bend Christmas Parade holds the distinction of being the oldest continuous Christmas parade in Wisconsin! The annual Christmas Parade has been a cherished family tradition in the West […]

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Cedarburg Tree Lighting

Cedarburg Community Center W63 N641 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg, WI, United States

Chamber elves are busy organizing the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Thanks to generous support from Port Washington State Bank, Santa arrives at the Cedarburg Community Center each year in a […]

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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!" […]

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Event Series 2024 Holiday Events

Wauwatosa Village Tree Lighting

Wauwatosa Village 7735 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Wednesday, December 4thWauwatosa’s tree lighting is paired with the grand opening of the Wauwatosa Holiday Market.Time: 5:00 p.m.Location: Pocket Park, Harwood and Wauwatosa Avenues, Wauwatosa Please note: Dates and times […]

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