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

South Milwaukee Downtown Market

South Milwaukee Downtown Market 1101 Milwaukee Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI, United States

Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts , Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family! Thursday, MAY 30 through OCTOBER 3, 2024 Thursdays 3:00pm - 7:00pm with live music from 5pm - 7:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

Free

Campfire Cooking Evenings at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park

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

Campfire Cooking Evenings at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park 1500 E Park Pl Milwaukee WI Thursday, September 26, 2024 Thursday, October 3, 2024 Thursday, October 10, 2024 Thursday, October 17, 2024 Thursday, October 24, 2024 Thursday, October 31, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm Join us for the whole series or pick & choose which dates/cooking […]

$4 – $10
Event Series 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

Milwaukee’s Sherman Park Summer Music Series

Sherman Park Milwaukee 3000 N Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Enjoy music, food trucks and family-friendly fun in Sherman Park every Thursday evening from June 6 through September 26 from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm! A detailed schedule is on its way. Plan to attend and bring the whole family. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Milwaukee Domes Events

Grooving Under Glass At The Milwaukee Domes

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

Thursday, September 26th from 6pm-9pm Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI The Friends Grooving Under Glass event features local musicians—as well as brews and snacks. Enjoy two spectacular light shows choreographed to music in the Show Dome. Grooving Under Glass grants access to all three domes. Bring the whole family! Kids […]

$18
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
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
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 September 30, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. T. REX Noon* Did an Asteroid […]

$6 – $10
Event Series Milwaukee Public Museum 2024 Events

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 Adventure Rock 2024 Events

Family Yoga in Milwaukee – Various Locations

Beulah Brinton - Milwaukee Recreation 2555 S Bay St, Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 more

September 23 at 4:45 pm at Beulah Brinton Community Center (ages: 7-11) September 27 at 10:30 am at the Tippecanoe Library (ages: 7 and under) October 12 at 10:00 am at the Tippecanoe Library (ages: 7 and under) Kids of all ages are invited to practice alongside their adult in this class centered on connecting […]

Free – $20
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
Event Series Oktoberfest 2024

Oktoberfest 2024

Bavarian Bierhause

Oktoberfest 2024 in Heidelberg Park at the Bavarian Bierhaus will celebrate over 60 years of great music, great beer, great food and now open FRIDAY-SUNDAY. There is free parking, a midway for kids on Friday and Saturdays, and plenty of tables to make Oktoberfest at Heidelberg Park a fun place to be!   Food: Traditional […]

Free – $10

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
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Food Truck Fridays in West Allis

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

Fridays June 7 / June 21 / July 12 / July 26 / August 16 / August 30 / September 13 / September 27 from 5 - 8 pm Celebrate summer with Food Truck Fridays at the West Allis Farmers Market, 6501 W. National Ave. from 5 - 8 pm! Milwaukee’s best food trucks will gather […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

Harvest Fair (Wisconsin State Fair Park)

Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

Harvest Fair (State Fair Park) September 27 – 29, 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 S 84th St West Allis WIAdmission: FREE (parking is $10 per vehicle – CREDIT CARD ONLY)wistatefair.com Friday, September 27: 5pm – 11pmSaturday, September 28: 10am – 11pmSunday, September 29: 10am – 6pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

$5 – $50
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

Public Observation Night at Milwaukee Astronomical Society in New Berlin

Milwaukee Astronomical Society Observatory 18850 Observatory Road, New Berlin, WI, United States

Public Observation Night at Milwaukee Astronomical Society 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: (Seeing Stars MKE)

Free
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
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 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
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Fondy Farmers Market Milwaukee

Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 9 am-Noon Fondy Market 2200 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI 2024 Market Season: EARLY SEASON Saturdays May 11th - June 29th from 9:00am to 12:00pm REGULAR SEASON Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays July 6th - October 31st from 7:00am to 2:00pm LATE SEASON Saturdays November 2nd-16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please […]

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

Greendale Downtown Market

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

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, providing a central location for residents and visitors to gather and support local entrepreneurs and access fresh produce, bakery items, and homemade goods. Join us […]

Free

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
Event Series Oak Creek Library 2024 Events

Halloween Costume Swap at Oak Creek Public Library

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

Looking for a Halloween costume? "Shop" the free swap—even if you don't have a costume to swap—on Saturday, September 28 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, or while supplies last. Have a costume to donate to the swap? Drop off like-new and newly-cleaned costumes/accessories at the library's 1st floor Service Desk from Thursday, September 12 […]

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

Pumpkin Decorating at ALL Fleet Farm Locations

Join us at your local Fleet Farm for Pumpkin Decorating on September 28th from 9AM - 1PM! This event is FREE at all Fleet Farm locations. Milwaukee area locations include Germantown, Oconomowoc, Muskego, and West Bend.   We'll have pumpkins, paint, markers and stickers ready for you and your family to decorate your pumpkin however […]

Free

Doors Open Milwaukee

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

  Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celebration of Milwaukee's architecture, history and neighborhoods. The event opens 140+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free: View the List of Sites Here 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 Waukesha Library 2024 Events

Milwaukee Ballet Storytime at the Waukesha Public Library

Waukesha Public Library 321 Wisconsin Ave., Waukehsa, WI, United States

Hello Saturday! Milwaukee Ballet Storytime Kick off the weekend with a smile! Dancers from the Milwaukee Ballet will be at the library to read a story and teach some basic dance moves. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

Free

Kids Cooking From The Garden At Alice’s Garden Urban Farm

Alice's Garden Urban Farm 2136 N 21st St, Milwaukee, WI

Come learn to cook delicious healthy food, right from the garden! We'll bring whatever we have harvested from the Children's plot at Alice's Garden that week and learn to make something yummy together. All ages welcome -- children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Build Your Own Bouquet Bar at 414loral Milwaukee

414loral 1739 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, United States

Our build your own bouquet experience is kid friendly! Our build your own bouquet bar is open every Saturday 10am-3pm with all flowers priced per stem ranging from $2-9. 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 […]

$20 – $50
Event Series Milwaukee Public Museum 2024 Events

Celebración Latina at Milwaukee Public Museum

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

Celebración Latina at MPM Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53233 Saturday, September 28, 2024, 10 am - 3 pm Admission: Adults $25; Teens (14-17) $24; Seniors / Military / College $21; Youth (4-13) $19; Members and Children 3 and Under FREE ¡Celebremos juntos! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with hands-on activities from […]

$19 – $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) Now through September 30, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. T. REX Noon* Did an Asteroid […]

$6 – $10
Event Series Autumn 2024 Events

Autumn Harvest Festival at The Elegant Farmer

Elegant Farmer 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI, United States

Autumn Harvest Fest – The Elegant Farmer  1545 Main St Mukwonago WI 53149 September 7 - October 27, 2024 (Saturdays and Sundays only)Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and pumpkins)This fun family event features apple picking, corn maze, laser tag, pumpkin patch, tractor-pulled hayrides, pony rides, the Smilin’ Barn Café and more. Whether you’re […]

$10
Event Series Milwaukee Public Museum 2024 Events

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

Trains! Trains! Trains! At Ruckus and Glee Wauwatosa

Ruckus & Glee 805 N. 68th Street, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Saturday, September 28 from 10:00am - 5:00pm at Ruckus & Glee 805 N 68th St Wauwatosa WI   You do not want to miss this FAMILY EVENT! We've got oodles of trains and train track, and we're going to put it all out and let kids build and play to their hearts' content! Appropriate for kids 3+. […]

Free

Falls Harvest Festival at Mill Pond Park

Mill Pond Park Main Street and Grand Avenue, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

Join us for Falls Harvest Festival on September 28th at Mill Pond Park in Menomonee Falls!   This is a FREE family friendly event to enjoy:-Live Music-Vendor Marketplace-Food Trucks-Entertainment-Wagon Rides-Concert from 5pm-7pm by Cream City Hot Club

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 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

Harvest Fair (Wisconsin State Fair Park)

Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

Harvest Fair (State Fair Park) September 27 – 29, 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 S 84th St West Allis WIAdmission: FREE (parking is $10 per vehicle – CREDIT CARD ONLY)wistatefair.com Friday, September 27: 5pm – 11pmSaturday, September 28: 10am – 11pmSunday, September 29: 10am – 6pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

$5 – $50

Bluey Party at Germantown Library

Germantown Community Library N112W16957 Mequon Road, Germantown, WI, United States

Enjoy a special party all about everyone's favorite blue heeler. Bluey will be there for pictures and meet and greet! This event is geared for ages 3-7, but all are welcome!

Free
Event Series Oktoberfest 2024

Oktoberfest 2024

Bavarian Bierhause

Oktoberfest 2024 in Heidelberg Park at the Bavarian Bierhaus will celebrate over 60 years of great music, great beer, great food and now open FRIDAY-SUNDAY. There is free parking, a midway for kids on Friday and Saturdays, and plenty of tables to make Oktoberfest at Heidelberg Park a fun place to be!   Food: Traditional […]

Free – $10

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