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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 MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

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 are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through June 20, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Great White Shark Noon Cosmic Questions? […]

$6 – $10
Event Series Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

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 2024 Community Events

Food Trucks and Jazz in St Francis

Milton Vretenar Municipal Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 • 11 am - З pm • Vretenar Park •  4230 Kirkwood • St Francis WITen great Milwaukee food trucks! Check the website for a full list of trucks. Come for the food, stay for the jazz!  Two great Milwaukee jazz bands!  Hear all your favorite jazz standards by The E.P. Jazz […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Pride Pop-Up In The Park and Drag Queen Story Hour at Flour Girl and Flame West Allis

Flour Girl and Flame 8125 W National Ave, West Allis, United States

  Join us for our next pop-up in the park at Railroad Park (intersection of W National Ave & S 82nd St). Free to attend and family-friendly!  Sunday June 2nd 11-2 free admission + (3-4:30 - ticketed) bounce house @everyonesicecream Volunteer run bar proceeds benefiting Out Families Drag queen story hour Drag performance Rainbow cupcakes […]

Free – $30
Event Series 2024 Community Events

West Allis A La Carte

Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

WEST ALLIS A LA CARTE Sunday, June 2 from 11 am - 5 pm Downtown West Allis: Greenfield Ave from 70th - 76th Streets 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 West Allis A La Carte […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Period Supply Drive with Milwaukee Diaper Mission at Lakefront Brewery Milwaukee

Lakefront Brewery 1872 N Commerce St, Milwaukee

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 at 11am – 5pm at Lakefront Brewery 1872 N Commerce St Milwaukee WI Let’s help end period poverty! Join us as we host our second annual period supply drive partnering with Milwaukee Diaper Mission, offering $.25 of Lakefront Brewery gift card credit for each individual disposable tampon or pad.   Milwaukee Diaper Mission […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Marcus Theatres Special Events & Movies

The Muppet Movie (1979) 45th Anniversary at Marcus Area Cinemas

Marcus Theatres WI, United States

June 2nd & 3rd at various Marcus Cinemas around the area. Check Here for times and locations.  They’re irresistible! They’re irrepressible! They’re The Muppets starring in their first full-length movie! After a fateful meeting with a big-time talent agent in a Southern Swamp, Kermit heads for Hollywood to be a star. Along the way, a […]

$25 – $85

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 APR 7 / MAY 5 / JUN 2 / JUL 7 / AUG 4 / SEP 8 / OCT 6 / NOV 3  Please come check out our updated Museum !! New attractions! Bring your family, it's Free to attend! […]

Free
Event Series Festa Italiana

Festa Italiana

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

Festa Italiana | May 31 - June 2, 2024 Friday May 31st | 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturday June 1st | 11:00am - 11:00pm | Sunday June 2nd | 12:00pm - 9:00pm Festa Italiana's "Little Italy on the Lakefront" will feature Festa favorites including the Cucina Showcase, Heritage/Cultural Exhibit, Italian Idol, Fireworks, Bocce Tournament, Mass, Entertainment, and […]

$10 – $30
Event Series Lake Country DockHounds 2024 Season

Lake Country DockHounds Cowabunga Weekend

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

Join us for an action-packed Cowabunga Weekend from May 31st to June 2nd at the Wisconsin Brewing Company Park! Witness the excitement as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Kane County Cougars in what promises to be a series of thrilling games. Bring your family and friends to cheer on your favorite team in Lake […]

$20 – $55
Event Series First Stage 2024

First Stage Milwaukee’s Escape From Peligro Island (Ages 5-12)

Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 West Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

MAY 10 – JUNE 2, 2024 ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND A Create Your Own Adventure Play  Callaway Brown - an unlikely young hero - has been stranded on a desert island, and it’s up to YOU to decide what happens next! In this interactive production, audience members vote on Callaway’s actions in an energetic romp […]

$22
Event Series 2024 at the Oconomowoc Arts Center

Cinderella at the Oconomowoc Arts Center

Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

Sunday,  June 2, 2024 at 2 pm  MainStage Academy of Dance is excited to bring the enchanting story, “Cinderella, A Storybook Ballet,” back to the OAC. Journey alongside Cinderella as her dreams are turned to reality by her beautiful fairy godmother. Experience for yourself her wicked, evil stepmother and her two equally dreadful daughters. See dancing trees, alluring fairies and […]

$18
Event Series 2024 Events & Activities at the American Science Surplus Store

June Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

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

Join us on Sundays in June 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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Season at The Milky Way Drive-In

Movie Night At The Milky Way Drive In

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

June 1st at 5:00pm Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem June 2nd at 5:00pm DOUBLE FEATURE: The Sandlot & The Princess Bride at 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 […]

$35
Event Series Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2024 Activities & Events

Global Palette at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI  Embark on a global journey with us through art projects inspired by different cultures. 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 Spring Break Time MKE!)

$10 – $25
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

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 are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) April 10, 2024 through June 13, 2024 10:15 am Wisconsin Stargazing 11 am Great White Shark Noon Cosmic […]

$6 – $10
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

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 are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through June 20, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Great White Shark Noon Cosmic Questions? […]

$6 – $10
Event Series Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

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 2024 Marcus Theatres Special Events & Movies

The Muppet Movie (1979) 45th Anniversary at Marcus Area Cinemas

Marcus Theatres WI, United States

June 2nd & 3rd at various Marcus Cinemas around the area. Check Here for times and locations.  They’re irresistible! They’re irrepressible! They’re The Muppets starring in their first full-length movie! After a fateful meeting with a big-time talent agent in a Southern Swamp, Kermit heads for Hollywood to be a star. Along the way, a […]

$25 – $85
Event Series 2024 Open Gyms

Tiny Tot Open Gym at Salto Gymnastics Center in Brookfield

Salto Gymnastics Center (Brookfield) 21950 Doral Road, Waukesha, WI, United States

Salto Tiny Tot open gym is available to all children from walking through 6 years old (kindergarteners). Older siblings must sit in the party room (Brookfield), on the side of the gym, or upstairs in the viewing area. OPEN GYM HOURS Salto Brookfield School Year Schedule: Mondays and Fridays 11:45am - 12:45pm Please note: Dates and times are […]

$5
Event Series Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2024 Activities & Events

Toolbox at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

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 how and when to use them safely. Any age is welcome! Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. Please note: Dates and times are […]

$12
Event Series 2024 Movies

Songs Of Earth At The Oriental Theatre Milwaukee

Oriental Theatre 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Being connected to nature, what does it mean? Father knows and father shows. The director's father is 84. We follow in his footsteps into the mountain home. Into nature's smallest life and out to grand panoramas, where he grew up. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

$7 – $13
Event Series Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

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 Milwaukee Public Library 2024 Events & Activities

Summer Reading Celebration at Zablocki Library Milwaukee

Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Summer Reading Celebration Tuesday, June 4 from 12-7 pm Zablocki Library 3501 W Oklahoma Ave Celebrate the start of the Summer Reading challenge with various life-size games like Connect Four, checkers, and Tic-Tac-Toe. Make your own button or two of your favorite book characters. Make your own Super Hero. Meet the Library mascot Browser the […]

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
Event Series Milwaukee Public Library 2024 Events & Activities

Coding For Kids at Atkinson Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Coding for Kids Tuesday, June 4 for 2-3 pm Atkinson Library 1960 W Atkinson Ave Enjoy an hour of coding play with the Cubetto robot. 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 Kids Coding Time MKE!)

Free
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 […]

Free
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 […]

Free
Event Series Chill on the Hill 2024

Chill on the Hill at Humboldt Park in Bay View Milwaukee

Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Chill on the Hill, brought to you by the Bay View Neighborhood Association and Milwaukee County Parks, is a weekly free summer concert event with live local music, food trucks, and fun for the whole family. The event happens Tuesday evenings at Humboldt Park in Bay View.  Humboldt Park offers 75,000 square feet of seating […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Movies

Songs Of Earth At The Oriental Theatre Milwaukee

Oriental Theatre 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Being connected to nature, what does it mean? Father knows and father shows. The director's father is 84. We follow in his footsteps into the mountain home. Into nature's smallest life and out to grand panoramas, where he grew up. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

$7 – $13
Event Series Retzer Nature Center 2024

Art in Nature Outdoor Classroom for Kids Series at Retzer Nature Center

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

Enjoy making art with natural materials and inspired by Retzer landscapes and wildlife, with a different focus each class! • Register by June 4 at 10 am (required)   • $5 per child per class • Adults and young sibilings under 4K free • Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting, but please call ahead and arrive no […]

$5
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

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 are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) April 10, 2024 through June 13, 2024 10:15 am Wisconsin Stargazing 11 am Great White Shark Noon Cosmic […]

$6 – $10
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

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 are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through June 20, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Great White Shark Noon Cosmic Questions? […]

$6 – $10
Event Series Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

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 Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium April 2024

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

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 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: […]

Free
Event Series Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium April 2024

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
Event Series Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2024 Activities & Events

Garden Thyme 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 Gardening Time MKE!)

$25 – $80
Event Series Public Ice Skating at Eble Ice Arena

Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena Brookfield

Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

Wednesday June 5 from 7pm to 8:30pm at Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield WI Gather your friends, family, teammates, and public ice skate under Eble Park Ice Arena's new "glowing" lights. All ages and skating abilities are welcome. Public skating rules apply during these sessions. The cost is $12.00 per skater […]

$12
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

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 are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) April 10, 2024 through June 13, 2024 10:15 am Wisconsin Stargazing 11 am Great White Shark Noon Cosmic […]

$6 – $10

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