Discover Fun Things to Do in Milwaukee with Kids Today!
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.
One of the last FREE fairs in the Midwest! Since 1859, the Ozaukee County Fair has been offering residents and visitors great traditional fair entertainment such as live music, […]
Friday, August 2, 2024 Brewers fans of all ages are invited to the 15th annual slumber party at American Family Field. Bring your camping gear and prepare to spend the […]
Beer gardens are a tradition brought to Wisconsin by German brewers in the 1850s - they’re outdoor areas where beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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, […]
In-Store Kids Workshops / Home Depot SE MKE 150 West Holt Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free […]
SUMMER HOURS Saturday: 9 am- 1 pm & Sunday: 11 am- 3 pm Maker Studio - an inspiring art studio for kids & adults with weekly rotating projects Ignite your […]
Saturday, August 3 from 10-11am Celebrate the end of summer reading at Bubble Fest! Immerse yourself in hands-on bubble making and bubble play, happening in the green space across the […]
Join our Culinary Creators camp for a deliciously fun adventure! Kids will combine cooking and art, making edible sculptures, decorating cupcakes, and crafting creative culinary masterpieces. Perfect for young chefs […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! It's Time for "Milwaukee Day!" August 3, 2024 Celebrate Milwaukee’s electric railroading history with a chance to see […]
The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium & Dome Theater is now open! One Planetarium program is included with your Museum admission. At this time, programs cannot be reserved in advance and […]
July 22 - August 17 Wednesdays through Mondays 10 am to 5 pm Join MPM for four weeks of dino-themed programming! You’ll have the chance to examine real dinosaur fossils, […]
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, […]
Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day July 6 - Sept 2, 2024 12550 120th Ave Kenosha WI Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border • 10 am - 7 pm Please note: […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 August Planetarium Programs Wednesday 8/7 at 11:00am - Rusty Rocket's Last Blast Wednesday 8/7 at […]
Black Arts Fest MKE | August 3, 2024 Saturday August 3 | 11:00am - 11:00pm A cultural festival celebrating and showcasing African and African American culture. Various genres of music […]
Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Martin Drive Community Gardens & Pavilion 1335 N 46th St Milwaukee WI Garden Events! MDN Garden Event: Youth Event at […]
August 3: Public Fishing Clinic, 1:00-3:00 pm at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee WI Always wanted to fish but not sure where to start? Come on down to Lakeshore State Park’s […]
Okay...not quite in the Milwaukee area, but this event is worth the drive up to Green Bay! This event serves as the introduction of the 2024 Green Bay Packers, […]
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast […]
Join us at Ellsworth Park with 1840 Brewing Co. for beverages, food, and live music!
Join us for the 2024 Dance Fest on Saturday, August 3rd at the Marcus Center Peck Pavilion. Free performances begin at 5:30pm and the ticketed combined performance begins at 6:30pm. […]
Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game Theme Night at Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Dr Franklin WI Family-friendly events on deck at Franklin Field include Game Show Night on June 8th, fan-favorite […]
Get ready for an exhilarating Olympics Weekend as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks! From August 2nd through August 4th, come down to the stadium and experience the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Four Northwestern Mutual FREE Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE with Kids at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park The schedule and theme for each event in the series is as […]
Forest Home Cemetery Milwaukee’s first Shakespeare Festival on Aug. 4 at Forest Home Cemetery Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
FLASHBACK CINEMA SERIES at Select Locations Join us June 9 thru August 29 to view your favorite family flicks! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® […]
Sundays Monthly from 12pm – 3pm at Milwaukee Fire Museum 1615 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI APR 7 / MAY 5 / JUN 2 / JUL 7 / AUG 4 / […]
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 […]
Science plus preschoolers! This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. This program meets on the 1st Monday of each month this summer, […]
In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can expanded upon at home. Parents and kids will each pickup new ways to […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 Please […]
2024 Roving Activities Playground Schedule This summer, Milwaukee Recreation is bringing fun and interesting activities directly to our playgrounds! Returning this summer will be Milwaukee Recreation's Rec. 'N' Roll Mobile, […]
BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI Come find out what is in the toolbox! Every week we will put different tools in your hands and learn […]
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 […]
August 5th from 5:30-7:30pm at Anita's Dance Center S63W13700 W Janesville Rd Muskego WI 53150 Join us for an open house on August 5th from 5:30-7:30pm! -Tour the facility -Meet […]
08/05/2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Pewaukee Public Library 210 Main St Pewaukee WI Celebrate SBK's 11th Birthday with Birthday Bags for Meta House Meta House is a treatment facility […]
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 […]
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 […]
July 30 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 1) & August 01 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 2) Theme: Nature in 3D August 06 | 9:00am – 3:00pm (DAY 1) & August 08 | 9:00am […]
Join us at LucyBakes for coffee & cupcake decorating! Spend the morning with us while we decorate cupcakes, color, and chit chat. This event is from 10 AM - 11:30 […]
Join us for stories and songs, rhymes and fingerplays at our storytime for young children and their caregivers. Weekly storytime sessions repeat, so choose which day works best for your […]
Children’s Story & Craft Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 – 11:30 am Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens! JUNE: June 18 & June 25 JULY: […]
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