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Wisconsin Science Fest 2024 at The Riverside Theater Milwaukee

Riverside Theater 116 W. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Wisconsin Science Festival A statewide celebration with events for all ages. October 14-20, 2024 at The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI  You’re invited to host an event for #WiSciFest 2024! Join hundreds of organizations around Wisconsin that connect people with science, technology, engineering, art and math. More than 51 counties and 41,000 […]

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Event Series 2024 Edelweiss Kiddie Cruises

Edelweiss Kiddie Cruise in Downtown Milwaukee

Edelweiss Cruise Main Dock 205 W Highland Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

May 12 Royal Mother's Day Tea-Kiddie Cruise / June 30 Galactic Heroes & Villains-Kiddie Cruise / July 21 Encanto Dance-Kiddie Cruise / August 25 Minion-Kiddie Cruise / September 29 Toy Story-Kiddie Cruise / October 20 Hocus Pocus-Kiddie Cruise For the second year, Edelweiss Cruises has teamed up with Friend Like Me to offer themed character […]

$75 – $150

Sloth Paint Party at Vibez Creative Arts Space

Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

Come chill with us at the Sloth Paint Party - relax, paint, and have a sloth-tastic time!   Date and time Sunday, October 20 · 12 - 2pm CDT. Doors at 11:55am   Location 5706 North Centerpark Way Glendale, WI 53217 United States   Welcome to the Sloth Paint Party! Join us for a fun-filled […]

$25

Hunting Moon Pow Wow at the Baird Center Milwaukee

Baird Center 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

Baird Center |  400 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI |  October 18 - 20 Experience Native American culture at Baird Center this weekend during Hunting Moon Pow Wow. From October 18-20, head to the convention center for a three-day celebration of excitement, music and dance. Admission is free and open to everyone!  Friday, October 18th: […]

Free
Event Series Pumpkin Train Rides in Cedarburg

Pumpkin Train Rides in Cedarburg

Milwaukee Light Engineering Society 2620 Country Aire Dr, Cedarburg, WI, United States

Come and join us for a ride and experience the railroad decorated for Halloween at our 16th Annual Pumpkin Train event. Family friendly... nothing scary! Bring the family and come enjoy our hobby with us. Limited concessions and restrooms are also available. Daytime rides are offered at no charge. Donations to the club are appreciated. […]

Free

Species Spooktacular at at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI

It’s the time of year when the haunts come out to play at the Center. You can come in costume to learn about some of nature’s spooky and misunderstood animals! We’ll dispel myths about them and share their ecological importance. Meet live animal ambassadors in our Great Hall, including snakes, tarantulas, turtles, and raptor ambassadors! Also vote for […]

$16
Event Series First Stage 2024

First Stage Milwaukee Presents Pete The Cat (Ages 3-12)

Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts 929 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water Street Milwaukee WI  Based on the series of books by Kimberly and James Dean, join First Stage for Pete the Cat – a hilarious, toe-tapping musical! Shows run from October 4 - November 3, 2024, at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. Saturday, […]

$22 – $40

October Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

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

Join us on Sundays in October 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 the […]

Free

Sesame Street Live Tour: “Say Hello!” at the Miller High Life Theatre

Miller High Life Theater 500 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Sesame Street Live! Say Hello! OCTOBER 20 at 2:00 pm at The Miller High Life Theatre Milwaukee WIElmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello! At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow […]

$30 – $60
Event Series Little Village Play Cafe 2024

Hocus Pocus and Play Halloween Party! At The Little Village Play Cafe in Wauwatosa

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

Join Us for Our Hocus Pocus & Play Halloween Party! At The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Boo! 👻 It’s that magical time of year again—our Second Annual Hocus Pocus & Play Halloween Party is almost here, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with you! Last year, the […]

$45

Sukkot Street Party in Glendale

Join the entire Jewish community as we celebrate Sukkot at the annual Sukkot Street Party! There will be festive fun for adults and kids alike!   LED Dance Floor | Rides | Carnival Games | Bungee Jump | Face Paint | Balloon Twisting | Strolling Entertainment | Bubble Extravaganza | Roaming Photo Booth | Airbrushing […]

Free

Spooky Movie Nights At The Milky Way Drive In

Milky Way Drive-In Movie Theater 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Franklin, WI, United States

Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive Franklin WI The Milky Way Drive-In is a new outdoor movie theater at Ballpark Commons in Franklin, Wisconsin. We offer a classic drive-in movie-going experience. Tickets are $35 per vehicle, and we can accommodate 150 vehicles at the drive-in.  Our screen technology allows us to play movies during the […]

$35

Boo at the Zoo at the Milwaukee County Zoo!

Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI  October 17 - October 20 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm The Zoo has become a must-see destination during the Halloween season. Enjoy more treats than tricks, and join in family-friendly activities like a Trick-or-Treat Trail to gather goodies, live pumpkin-carving demonstrations, “Creatures of the Night” […]

$18 – $20

Daytime Open Gym at LaFleur’s Gymnastics

LaFleur's Gymnastics W189N10991 Kleinmann Dr, Germantown, WI

Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! On Mondays, we have 2 inflatables! Walk-in and pay at the door, there is no pre-registration. We accept cash, check, or card. Parents are required to stay, and an online waiver is required.   $10 for ages 2-12, $5 for 1 year olds, infants […]

Free – $10
Event Series Oak Creek Library 2024 Events

Middle School Escape Room at Oak Creek Public Library (Grades 6-8)

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

10/21/2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI  Can you complete all of the puzzles in under an hour during our escape room challenge? Join us in completing some activities, puzzles, and challenges during this event.  This program is for those in grades 6-8 and will take […]

Free

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 […]

Free

Tuesdays in the Garden at Lynden Sculpture Garden

Lynden Sculpture Garden 2145 Brown

Tuesdays in the Garden, designed for children aged 1-3, provides a nurturing environment where children’s curiosity and wonder are extended through play and exploration, and children and their caregivers learn and discover side-by-side. Join art educators Claudia Orjuela and Denice Niebuhr for hands-on art making and all-senses-engaged exploration of the outdoor world at Lynden. We’ll consider different themes, each […]

$16
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 […]

Free

Babbling Babes: Halloween Gathering in Cedarburg

Join us at Honey Creek Orchard in Cedarburg for a Babbling Babes Halloween Gathering! Babbling Babes is a social club for Milwaukee area moms.   Admission is $10 for ages 2 and up, payable on the day of the event. It includes access to the petting zoo, tractor rides, play area, Western Town, and more. […]

$10
Event Series Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2024

October Planetarium Programs at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 October Planetarium Programs Wednesday 10/2 at 11:00am - Aurora: Lights of Wonder - $5.00/person Wednesday 10/9 at 11:00am - Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival - $5.00/person Wednesday 10/16 at 11:00am - Spooky Space - $5.00/person Wednesday 10/23 at 11:00am - […]

$5

Kids Night At All Crafty Cow Locations

Crafty Cow 6519 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

It's Kids night at Crafty Cow! Come get your coloring pages, strawberry lemonade WITH a rubber ducky, mac n cheese, and a free cake pop that come BEFORE your meal! Kids night is every Wednesday and dessert is served first! All locations (Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, Oconomowoc).⠀ Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

$35
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 […]

Free

Betty BOO’s Spooktacular at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Garden season is here! Join us as we start planting an assortment of seeds for our outdoor balcony garden. Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. 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 Spooktacular Time MKE!)

$20

Trick-or-Treat Menomonee Falls Downtown

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

Join us for a spooky good time on Thursday October 24th from 4-7pm for trick-or-treat in Downtown Menomonee Falls. Participating businesses will host Trick-or-Treat for the kiddos!   Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business may close due to holidays, weather, staffing, etc. Please check […]

Free

Nightmare on Elm Street in Thiensville

Village Park Thiensville 240 Elm St, Thiensville, Wisconsin

The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Begin with trick-or-treating at Thiensville businesses from 4-6 pm, then head to Thiensville Village Park for a Trunk-or-Treat (NEW!). There will also be food trucks, a DJ spinning spooky/fun tunes, family-friendly games and activities, raffle prizes, and of course .... more candy! This event is FREE.   […]

Free
Event Series Retzer Nature Center 2024

Scarecrow Lane Self-Guided Hike at Retzer Nature Center

Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

Visit Retzer Nature Center for our popular self-guided hike around Scarecrow Lane from September 21 - October 31!  Open Daily, Sunrise - 10 pm *Free! Recommended for all ages. Enjoy the unique scarecrows displays and changing colors of autumn along the Blue Trail. Find the scarecrows on the west end of the Learning Center building, […]

$5

China Lights at Boerner Botanical Gardens

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

September 13 - October 27 Hours: 8 am – 7 pm / 7 days a week Join us at China Lights 2024 to celebrate Year of the Dragon with more than 40 larger-than-life light displays! The Dragon King, flower tunnel, and zodiac lanterns are just some of the highlights of this year’s event. Visitors will […]

Free

Haunts and Harvest in the Streets at Milwaukee Public Museum

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

Now through November 4, 2024 Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 pm The Streets of Old Milwaukee exhibit is decorated for Halloween! Experience how Milwaukee residents at the turn of the 20th century celebrated the fall season. Free with admission.  Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]

$19 – $25

Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

Kids Empire Glendale 5794 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, Wisconsin, United States

Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more!   Hours Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm   Pricing Adults: 2 free entires […]

$23
Event Series Open Gym

Family Friday Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics

Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA

  Join us every Friday for our Family Friday Open Gyms! Children will be able to get all of their energy out just before lunch and nap time! Bounce on our trampolines, swing, climb, and run around for an hour and a half of FUN! Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. Please note: Dates and […]

$8 – $10

Joyful Mornings Nature Class at the Urban Ecology Center (Riverside Park)

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

Joyful Mornings Nature Class Friday, September 13th / Friday, September 27th / Friday, October 11th / Friday, October 25th / Friday, November 8th / Friday, November 22nd / Friday, January 10th / Friday, January 24th from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Meet at the Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center Parents/caregivers and their children are invited to […]

Free

Daytime Open Gym at LaFleur’s Gymnastics

LaFleur's Gymnastics W189N10991 Kleinmann Dr, Germantown, WI

Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! Walk-in and pay at the door, there is no pre-registration. We accept cash, check, or card. Parents are required to stay, and an online waiver is required.   $8 for ages 2-12, $4 for 1 year olds, infants are free.   Please note: Dates […]

Free – $8

Pumpkin Fest at Basse’s Taste of Country

Basse's Taste of Country Farm 3190 County Road Q, Colgate, WI, United States

Start or extend your family traditions and come explore Happy Jacks Pumpkin Land at Basse’s for our ever improving Pumpkin Festival in Colgate, Wisconsin, only 25 minutes north west of Milwaukee.   Enjoy our pumpkin patch to pick-your-own perfect pumpkin, challenge yourself in our 8 acre corn maze, and enjoy many new and fun-filled family […]

$15 – $21

BAYSHORE BOOgie Bash & Costume Contest

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Have a spooktacular start to the Fall season with the fifth annual BAYSHORE BOOgie Bash & Costume Contest presented by Spirit Halloween and St. Francis Children's Center!   The free, family-friendly celebration will kick off with The Great Pumpkin Giveaway in The Yard, where the first 500 children ages 2-12 will receive a free pumpkin […]

Free
Event Series Autumn 2024 Events

HalloWings Kites in Gazebo Park Greendale

Greendale Gazebo Park 5798 Broad Street, Greendale, WI, United States

HalloWings in Gazebo Park5602 Broad St Greendale WIgiftofwings.comGift of Wings will host HalloWings in Gazebo Park in the Historic Downtown Greendale Village from Oct. 22-27. Carve a free pumpkin and leave it on display through Halloween to watch it glow with the other 500 spook-tacular pumpkins. There will also be games, music, food and beverages, free candy […]

Free

Sensory Friendly Photo Session with Angela Caroll Photography at We Rock The Spectrum Oak Creek

We Rock the Spectrum - Milwaukee 140 E Rawson Ave Suite 314, Oak Creek, WI, United States

October 25, 2024 at 4:30-7:30pm & November 19, 2024 at 9:30-11:30am Angela Caroll Photography is partnering with We Rock the Spectrum - Milwaukee to provide Sensory Friendly Photo Sessions! Anyone who comes in for a 2-hour Open Play session at We Rock can schedule a discounted photo session on the same day! Sessions are $30 […]

$30

Halloween Bash & Dash in West Bend

Sandy Knoll County Park 2064 Wallace Lake Rd, West Bend, United States

Join us at Sandy Knoll County Park in West Bend on October 25th for a thrilling Halloween dance party and glow run! The glow run will feature candy stations along the way, adding an extra element of excitement. Get ready for multiple costume contests and the talented DJ Lenny spinning his spooky tunes all night […]

$7

Boo Harbor Kids Halloween Party at Blue Harbor Resort Sheboygan

Blue Harbor Resort 725 Blue Harbor Drive, Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Your stay in Sheboygan, WI during the spooky season wouldn't be complete without a kids Halloween party! At the BOO Harbor Kids Halloween Party at Blue Harbor Resort, kids will enjoy cookie decorating and crafts, plus a monster mash dance party and costume contest in our Peninsula Room! Resort guests can purchase the BOO Harbor […]

$25

Spooky Walk at Old Falls Village Park in Menomonee Falls (Intended for Older Kiddos!)

Old Falls Village Historical Society N96W15791 County Line Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

Join Friends of Old Falls Village Park as they create their first Halloween Spooky Walk in the park the evenings of Oct 23-26 starting at 5pm. Walk among lights, and the sounds and scares of Halloween. $10 per person donation goes to the park maintenance and improvements. Enjoy the park as you have never have […]

$10
Event Series Discovery World 2024 Events

Halloween Members Night at Discovery World

Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

  Friday, October 25, 20245:00 pm – 8:30 pmDiscovery World members are treated to a spooktacular night of fun and creativity! This includes museum-wide trick-or-treating, Halloween projects, activities, workshops, and costume contests! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

$120
Event Series 2024 YMCA Events & Activities

Trunk or Treat at West Suburban YMCA

West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

October 25 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 Have a SPOOKY time at our annual Halloween Hullabaloo celebration. First will be the trunk or treat on the southside parking lot. After, head to the gym to decorate your pumpkin and participate in fun activities. Everyone is encouraged […]

$15 – $20
Event Series 2024 Milwaukee Domes Events

Day Of The Dead Día de los Muertos At The Milwaukee Domes

The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Friday, October 25 · 6 - 9pm Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI Celebrate with local music and food! Enjoy the ambience of The Domes at night and the Desert Dome decorated for the holiday. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

$13 – $16

Great Pumpkin Festival in Whitefish Bay

Old School House Park 5240 N. Marlborough Drive, Whitefish Bay, WI, United States

Dates: October 23-26, 2024 Locale: Old Schoolhouse Park Details: Carve your pumpkin at home and bring it back before Wednesday, October 23! Music, food and beer tent each night from 6-9 pm. Entertainment: Wednesday: Pat McCurdy Join us for an entertaining evening with Pat McCurdy, known for his engaging performances and unique blend of humor […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Racine Zoo Happenings

Jack-O-Lantern Nights at the Racine Zoo

Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

Thursday, September 26 - Sunday, November 3 Over 1,000 Jack-O'-Lanterns will light up the night! In the crisp fall air, stroll through the Zoo along a dedicated paved pathway and become immersed in dazzling lights and charming decorations. The intricately designed jack-o’-lanterns will look like pieces of art during the day and come to life at night […]

$10 – $30

Halloween Mom’s Night Out in Downtown Milwaukee

3rd Street Market Hall 275 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Calling ALL Milwaukee-area moms! Leave the little monsters at home and join us for a casual and spooktacular event presented by Babbling Babes MKE:   Mummy's Night Out Friday October 25th at 7pm 3rd Street Market Hall in Downtown Milwaukee   Costumes, cocktails/mocktails, and fun await - don't miss the most fang-tastic Halloween get together […]

Free
Event Series Open Skate at the Pettit

Skate The Pettit National Ice Center

Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. 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: (Skate The Pettit MKE!)

$9
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 […]

Free

ComedySportz Family-Friendly Comedy Match

ComedySportz 420 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

If you come to see ComedySportz, you'll see one Referee and two teams of Players, one red and one blue--competing against each other in improv games based on the suggestions of the fans watching the match! There are seven to ten games per match, with the occasional willing volunteer (kid or adult!) joining us up […]

$12

Marcus Performing Arts Center Presents Recycled Percussion at Uihlein Hall

Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Recycled Percussion on October 25 at 7:30pm at Uihlein Hall 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI Experience high-energy “junk rock” music as international phenomenon Recycled Percussion takes Milwaukee by storm! Taking percussion to a whole new level, the band brings to the stage an interactive experience filled with comedy, music, thrilling staging, and of course, brilliant drumming […]

$30 – $55
Event Series 2024 Family Concerts

Taylor and the Anti-Heroes Tribute to Taylor Swift at the Vivarium Milwaukee

Vivarium 1818 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, United States

Experience the eras of Taylor Swift featuring Holly Marie - a tribute to Taylor Swift. A live band concert. TAYLOR AND THE ANTI-HEROES Laura Petersen and the Old Souls FRI, 25 OCT 2024 at 08:00PM CDT Ages: All Ages Doors Open: 07:00PM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

$15

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