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.
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 […]
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 […]
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!)
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 […]
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 […]
The Hollow at Phantom Lake Oct 11-13, Oct 17-20 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pmS110W30240 YMCA Camp Road, Mukwonago, WI 53149Admission: $15 ($18 on Fridays and Saturdays) Take a stroll and enter a world of enchantment, filled with 3000 hand-carved illuminated jack-o’-lanterns. This outdoor, family-friendly evening under the stars is sure to become a yearly […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!)
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 […]
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 […]
Kids grow fast. At JBF Germantown / Port Washington, you get WAY MORE for LESS. This is one pop-up sale you CANNOT afford to miss! Here’s how it works… Local families sell things their children have outgrown or outloved. Other local families are able to shop THOUSANDS of items at 50-90% less than retail. […]
Join us for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading a book with a matching craft and coloring activity to follow. Best-suited for ages 1-6 years. Can't wait to see you and celebrate the Halloween season! October 12: Room on the Broom October 19: If You Give a Mouse a […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Regular Season will kick off on Saturdays only, starting April 13th. Sunday trains will be added on the first weekend in May, and Friday trains will be added on June 7th. All aboard […]
Drive up to Hartford and experience our local businesses, delight in live music, shop artists & crafters, enjoy a variety of food & beverages, involve the kids in art activities, cheer on decorated pumpkins racing the Rubicon, and live STEAMROLLER ART!
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 […]
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 […]
Apple Barn Orchard & Winery W6384 Sugar Creek Rd Elkhorn WI applebarnorchardandwinery.com Apple picking, pumpkin patch perusing, fresh pie and cider, live music and – this one's for you, parents – wine tasting. The Apple Barn Orchard & Winery have the entire family in mind when it comes to fall festivities. Saturday October 12 at 10 AM […]
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 […]
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 - […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! On Saturday mornings, select Marcus Theatres host Reel Movies for Real Needs, screenings of first-run hit movies in an auditorium with lower sound and brighter, gentle lighting. Individuals with autism, ADHD, down syndrome, or those affected by other […]
Fall Into Grafton is a FREE family event held at Paramount Plaza between Bridge and Beech Street in downtown Grafton. Fall Into Grafton features children's activities, mini golf, the annual pumpkin derby, live entertainment, and much more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business […]
Annual Harvest Festival at Milwaukee Public Market Riverwalk Commons 423 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 October 12, 2024, 11 am - 4 pm Admission: FREE This annual festival is a celebration of the public market’s anniversary. It is a free event that is fun for the whole family with food, music, and autumn inspired […]
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, […]
October 12 from 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Baird Center 400 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI. Welcome to our 2nd Annual Milwaukee Event! The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! We pride ourselves on being an all inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. We […]
Oct 12 / Saturday from 12:30pm - 3:30pm Oct 12 / Saturday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm Oct 13 / Sunday from 2:30pm - 5:30pm Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow Party is coming to Fiserv Forum for the first time on Saturday, […]
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!)
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 - […]
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 […]
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 […]
Come bounce, swing, run, and play at our All Ages Open Gym every Saturday! This is also a fun opportunity for kids to practice their gymnastics skills. Ages 1-5 with parent, ages 6+ parents may drop off (after signing in). Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. CHECK OUR FACEBOOK FOR CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER OR […]
Get ready to unleash your creativity at the Bat Paint Party - a night of painting, music, and fun with friends! Welcome to the Bat Paint Party! Come join us for a spooktacular evening of painting fun at 5706 N Centerpark Way. Get ready to unleash your creativity and paint your own batty masterpiece! No […]
Come and join us for a ride in the dark! Experience the railroad decorated for Halloween at our 18th Annual Pumpkin Train event. This event is family friendly... nothing scary! Bring the family and come enjoy our hobby with us. Limited concessions and restrooms are also available. Important Event Information:- If for some reason […]
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 […]
FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 5, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 5, 2024, 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. BLUE SPRING LAKE SEGMENT HIKE Thursday, October 10, 2024, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 12, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9:00 - […]
Spring Candlelight Hike: Saturday, May 4 from 8:00 - 10:00pm Listen to the springtime night sounds as you enjoy a self-guided walk on torch-lit trails. After your hike, enjoy entertainment and activities for all ages around the campfire. Start and finish at the indoor shelter above parking lot P7. Summer Candlelight Hike: Saturday, July 20 from […]
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 […]
Oct 12 / Saturday from 12:30pm - 3:30pm Oct 12 / Saturday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm Oct 13 / Sunday from 2:30pm - 5:30pm Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow Party is coming to Fiserv Forum for the first time on Saturday, […]
FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 5, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 5, 2024, 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. BLUE SPRING LAKE SEGMENT HIKE Thursday, October 10, 2024, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 12, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9:00 - […]
The Hollow at Phantom Lake Oct 11-13, Oct 17-20 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pmS110W30240 YMCA Camp Road, Mukwonago, WI 53149Admission: $15 ($18 on Fridays and Saturdays) Take a stroll and enter a world of enchantment, filled with 3000 hand-carved illuminated jack-o’-lanterns. This outdoor, family-friendly evening under the stars is sure to become a yearly […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Time is so fleeting, the little ages don’t keep! Capture this season of life with your little ones. Join us for a special series of fall mornings at beautiful First Roots Farm where each day includes a unique fall photo set & professional mini session with a renowned local photographer each day. Pick a photo […]
Our annual Pumpkin Decorating Brunch celebrates one of our favorite times of year in the best way! Perfect for even the littlest of ghouls. This event is toddler friendly. Bring your family for some scare-free fun to celebrate Halloween! What's Included: Let your child pick a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch to decorate. We'll have […]
It's time for the Greenfield Farmers Market! Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Greenfield WI Every Sunday from May-October 10 am - 2 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: (It's Picnic Time MKE!)
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