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.

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Event Series 2024 Community Events

Friday Fun in the Park with Park Pals at Washington Park Milwaukee

Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

June 28th from 10am - 12pm at Washington Park 1859 N 40th St Area #7 Milwaukee, WI  Connect, Play, Learn, and Grow with the Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Team. Infants and toddlers and their families are invited to join us for interactive activities geared toward special education. This activity will promote the children's development […]

Free

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

‘Mornings at Margie’s’ Concert in the Garden at Boerner Botanical Gardens

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

We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming event, “Mornings at Margie’s,” co-hosted by MKE with Kids and Margie’s Smile. This special event will take place on Friday, June 28th, from 10:30am to Noon at the beautiful Boerner Botanical Gardens (9400 Boerner Dr in Hales Corners). Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

$8

Music and Movement 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 Fridays at 1pm 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. Get ready to dance, sing, and move! This […]

Free

Parent / Grandparent Trek: Tubing the Milwaukee River

Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

After a quick tour of the Sturgeon Streamside Rearing Facility, we’ll hop on inner tubes and float down the Milwaukee River. Along the way, we’ll discover the diversity of living things that make their home in the river. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing that can get wet. Bring a lifejacket and an inner tube if […]

$15

Art with Friends featuring Neighbor Art Studio at Little Sprouts Shorewood

We're thrilled to have Alex from Neighbor Art Studio hosting a special pop-up series in our cafe this summer. Join us for a drop-off event featuring art in a playful environment. We'll explore different projects in each class - kids will go home with their independent creations.   What’s included in the workshop ticket? Admission […]

$45

Reptile Roundup at Bug and Goose Cafes in Delafield and Elm Grove

Bug and Goose Play Cafe 13448 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove, WI, United States +1 more

Special Event: Reptile Roundup! Friday June 28: Delafield at 9 - 12pm & Elm Grove at 2:30pm - 5:30pm  We are inviting WPS Reptiles back to join us for this very special open play and he’s bringing the reptiles again! In addition to 3 hours of playtime, your little one (and you!) will get to […]

$38

Family Night Open Swim at St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care

St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care 2801 E Morgan Ave, Milwaukee, United States

FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - Father's Day! St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, June 28th for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is Father's Day! All Father's this night (6/28 only) swim FREE! - $5 per […]

$10 – $30

Mosaic’s June Summer Camp Productions at Catholic Memorial High School

Catholic Memorial High School 601 E College Ave, Waukesha, United States

Mosaic Creative Studios' June Summer Camp Productions at Catholic Memorial High School 601 E College Ave Waukesha WI on Friday June 28, 2024 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Don’t Miss our June Students Performances! Held at Catholic Memorial High School! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]

TBD

Milwaukee Summerfest®

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

Summerfest® | June 20-22, June 27-29, and July 4-6, 2024 Thursdays & Fridays | 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturdays | 11:00am - 11:00pm Summerfest® presented by American Family Insurance is all about bringing you shows you’ll brag about and moments that you just can’t miss. More stages and picture-perfect spaces on the lakefront, one-of-a-kind sponsored giveaways, […]

$30 – $75

Sounds of Summer at BAYSHORE

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Free music in the summer air at BAYSHORE? It’s sure to strike a chord! BAYSHORE is thrilled to present the fifth annual Sounds of Summer Concert Series presented by OnMilwaukee and 96.5 WKLH.   Every Friday until Aug. 23, guests can enjoy free, lively entertainment in The Yard, a large, open-air community space located in […]

Free

Starry Nights at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United States

Starry Nights at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI   June 28 - August 9 / Starts at 6:30 pm Gather your family and friends, pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find your perfect spot in the Wilson Center's beautiful Gerlach/Haack Outdoor Theater! One of […]

Free

Lake Country DockHounds Classic Movies Weekend

Wisconsin Brewing Company Park 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

Join us for an unforgettable experience at the ballpark as the DockHounds take on the Lincoln Saltdogs during our Classic Movies Weekend! From June 28th to June 30th, you will enjoy America's favorite pastime and relive some of the most iconic moments from Jurassic Park, Star Wars, and Karate Kid! This special weekend is perfect […]

$20 – $55
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. […]

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
Event Series 2024 Family Movies

Milwaukee’s Martin Drive Neighborhood Summer Movie

Martin Drive Community Gardens 1335 N 46 St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT! Summer Movie in the Martin Drive Neighborhood Milwaukee Movies Start At Dusk The west side neighborhood association holds its screenings in the neighborhood's Community Gardens, 1345 N 46th St. Info: martin-drive.org. June 21: “The Bad Guys” June 28: “Mary Poppins Returns” Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

Free

The Traveling Beer Garden at Milwaukee County Parks

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 trees. The Traveling Beer Garden tours transform parks into temporary beer gardens May through September, for about two weeks at a time. Restored fire trucks […]

Free

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 […]

Free
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) […]

Free
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 […]

Free

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 […]

Free

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!)

Free

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 […]

Free

Cloud 9 Workshop Maker Studio Hours

Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 creativity with every visit. Enjoy projects in every art media imaginable with ease and encouragement. Studio guides will answer questions, provide technique demonstrations, & give […]

$15 – $30
Event Series 2024 Racine Zoo Happenings

Zoorific Saturday at the Racine Zoo

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

Saturday May 18 from 10am – 4pm Bring the whole family to enjoy a Zoorific Saturday! Enhance your Zoo experience with fun crafts, exciting games, and more hands-on activities all day long. Stop by stations with Zoo staff ready to educate guests about our amazing animals and their wild counterparts. Endangered Species Day Saturday May […]

$60 – $80

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck at Mayfair Wauwatosa

Mayfair Mall 2500 N Mayfair Rd, Milwaukee

Hello Milwaukee! The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is returning to Mayfair Mall on Saturday, 6/29! Come say hello to us near Barnes & Noble between 10am-7pm and pick up some supercute treats & merch, while supplies last! See you there! Milwaukee: THIS Saturday June 28 from 10 am to 7 pm at Mayfair Please note: Dates and […]

Free

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

June 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 June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/5 at 11:00am - Satelix Wednesday 6/5 at 1:00pm - Red-Eye to the Stars Wednesday 6/12 at 11:00am - Secret of the Cardboard Rocket Wednesday 6/12 at 1:00pm - Sky Wars: Battles of Discovery Wednesday 6/19 […]

$5

Milwaukee Summerfest®

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

Summerfest® | June 20-22, June 27-29, and July 4-6, 2024 Thursdays & Fridays | 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturdays | 11:00am - 11:00pm Summerfest® presented by American Family Insurance is all about bringing you shows you’ll brag about and moments that you just can’t miss. More stages and picture-perfect spaces on the lakefront, one-of-a-kind sponsored giveaways, […]

$30 – $75

Waterford Balloonfest 2024

Waterford Town Park 8422 Jensen Parkway, Tichigan, WI, United States

It's Cool! It's Free! It's Wisconsin in June! It's time for the Waterford Balloonfest! June 29, 2024 at Waterford Town Park This festival truly celebrates the joys of flying, featuring an eclectic mix of hot air balloons, live music, delicious food and drinks, and local vendors. This event goes from Sunrise to Sunset with the […]

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. April 2024  SAT April 13 from 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm FRI April 19 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT April 20 from 1:15 pm - 3:15 pm  May 2024 FRI May 3 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT May 4 […]

$20 – $70

June 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 June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/5 at 11:00am - Satelix Wednesday 6/5 at 1:00pm - Red-Eye to the Stars Wednesday 6/12 at 11:00am - Secret of the Cardboard Rocket Wednesday 6/12 at 1:00pm - Sky Wars: Battles of Discovery Wednesday 6/19 […]

$5

Shakespeare in the Park: The PLAY’s The Thing: Theatre Games and Adventures by Optimist Theatre

Lincoln Park 1301 W. Hampton Ave., Glendale, WI, United States +1 more

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Animal Feeding at Havenwoods State Forest Milwaukee

Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Animal Feeding at Havenwoods State Forest on Saturdays from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

Free
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

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet (One Woman as Everyone) by Optimist Theatre

Wisconsin Lutheran College 8800 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Milwaukee Milkmen Game Benefitting Stepping Stone Farms at Franklin Field

Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United States

Stepping Stone Farms horse rescue, sanctuary and equine learning facility will be the featured nonprofit of the Milkmen game on Saturday night, June 29th. A portion of the game's ticket sales, 50/50 raffle, in-game ball toss, and other fundraising activities will help us continue our life-saving work of rescuing horses so they can help the […]

$25 – $50

Milwaukee Milkmen Theme Game at Franklin Field

Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United States

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 Christmas in July on July 25th, Lecheros de Milwaukee games on June 16th and August 4th, and the Battle of the Badges: Fire vs. Police […]

$16 – $45

Lake Country DockHounds Classic Movies Weekend

Wisconsin Brewing Company Park 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

Join us for an unforgettable experience at the ballpark as the DockHounds take on the Lincoln Saltdogs during our Classic Movies Weekend! From June 28th to June 30th, you will enjoy America's favorite pastime and relive some of the most iconic moments from Jurassic Park, Star Wars, and Karate Kid! This special weekend is perfect […]

$20 – $55

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

The Traveling Beer Garden at Milwaukee County Parks

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 trees. The Traveling Beer Garden tours transform parks into temporary beer gardens May through September, for about two weeks at a time. Restored fire trucks […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Cathedral Square Market Milwaukee

Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

JUNE 2-30, JULY 21-28, AUGUST 4-25, SEPTEMBER 8-29, 2024 9 am – 1 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: (Shop Local MKE!)

Free

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