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.
Join county Extension Educators to discuss all things parenting, family and coping successfully in these modern times. Focus on Fathers provides a variety of family friendly topics for information sharing and opportunities for dads to be part of parent to parent support in a safe and inviting environment. We ask you to bring your willingness […]
June 12 from 10am – 2pm / July 10 from 10am – 2pm / August 7 from 10am – 2pm / Grohmann Museum at MSOE 1000 N Broadway Milwaukee, WI Each session goes from 10am-2pm: 6/12 Create Your Own Stamp 10am-2pm 7/10 Watercolor Painting 10am-2pm 8/7 Yarn Bookmark 10am-2pm Please note: Dates and times are […]
July 10 - September 18 | FREE | Peck Pavilion 929 N Water St Milwaukee, WI Free Event For All Ages! July 10 | July 24 | August 7 | August 21 | September 4 | September 18 | All at 4:00pm Discover the extraordinary at the inaugural Summer of Soul: Outdoor Marketplace & Concert Series (SoS). […]
July 10 / August 14 / September 11 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm at Adventure Rock - MKE Kids of all ages are invited to practice alongside their adult in this class centered on connecting with our bodies, breath, and with each other. Each class will combine yoga poses, breathing practices, and mindfulness meditation […]
Come join us for FREE summer fun with BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks movie nights presented by Shorewest Realtors – Northshore Office and St. Francis Children’s Center! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]
July 10: Beach Bonfire, 6:00-8:30 PM at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee WI August 21: Evening Bonfire with S'mores 6 pm - 8:30 pm September 18: Evening Bonfire with S'mores 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Lakeshore State Park is a beautiful place to spend these warm, summer nights. Join our staff at Pebble Beach for a […]
Invite your friends and enjoy the scenic view of Lake Michigan while listening to amazing artists for our 37th annual Animal Crackers Concert Series. You don't want miss these talented musicians at our annual Animal Crackers music concert series. You can enjoy the upbeat music with a beautiful lake view and delicious food from numerous […]
Wednesday Night Live is a unique, FREE, weekly summer concert series held exclusively at the Bud Pavilion. Event Times: Gates Open: 6pm Live Music Begins: 7pm Live Music Ends: 10:30pm 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: […]
Picnic in the Park at Konkel Park in Greenfield! Admission: FREE The AMP at Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Greenfield WI 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Enjoy summer in Greenfield with this FREE kid-friendly activity. Entertainment is geared towards young children and will begin around 11:30 and last for about an hour. Pack a […]
Join us to experience Menomonee Falls' top free, family-friendly live music event -- the Falls Sunset Concert Series! Set in the scenic Village Park on the Milwaukee Tool Amphitheatre stage, right in Menomonee Falls Downtown, this series showcases a mix of local, regional, and national musical acts. Enjoy six concerts on the second and […]
Set in the scenic Village Park on the Milwaukee Tool Amphitheatre stage, right in Menomonee Falls Downtown, this series showcases a mix of local, regional, and national musical acts. Enjoy six concerts on the second and fourth Thursdays of June, July, and August. The Beer Garden opens at 5:30 pm, featuring a selection of […]
July 11th Racine Public Library 10:00 am & 6:00 pmRacine Public Library 75 7th St Racine WI 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 Fox and Branch Time MKE!)
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 […]
Starry Nights at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI JULY 12, 2024 WITH THE ROCKIN’ ROBINS FREE VEHICLE SHOW ENTRY* BEGINS @ 4PM | FREE LIVE MUSIC BEGINS @ 6:30PM *Vehicle show is free for attendees & classic vehicle owners. No pre-registration; car show limited to […]
Join us for Falls Family Movie Night in Menomonee Falls! May 17th June 14th July 12th With live music, a beer garden, and a variety of food trucks, these FREE events offer a complete experience of family togetherness. Enjoy music, food, and drinks starting 2 hours before dusk, followed by snuggles and your […]
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 […]
Join us for a festive summer celebration with the DockHounds as they face off against the Sioux City Explorers for "Christmas in July"! Experience the excitement of the game while indulging in holiday cheer, complete with themed entertainment and jolly surprises. Happening on July 12th and 13th, this event is the perfect way to make […]
SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES Friday, July 12 - Operation Rec begins at 6 pm and the movie starts at 8 pm Friday, August 16 - Operation Rec begins at 6 pm and the movie starts at 8 pm West Allis Athletic Complex 11601 W Lincoln Ave Milwaukee WI 53227 The West Allis Athletic Complex is […]
Partly inspired by Diary of a Wimpy Kid, partly inspired by our own parent desire for more morning dates - our Saturday Breakfast Club is the perfect DROP-OFF program for your kiddo. Co-hosted by Olive You Nanny, our Breakfast Club features a themed morning out for your kids! What's Included? Drop-off play and care for your child […]
Saturday, July 13 from 10:00am - 4:00pm at Ruckus & Glee 805 N 68th St Wauwatosa WI You do not want to miss this FREE FAMILY EVENT celebrating Ruckus & Glee's 9th birthday! Sidewalk sale, magic show, activity stations and more! Here is a rundown on events happening during our store’s 9th birthday celebration […]
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)
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. June 2024 SAT June 1 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 8 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 15 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 22 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm July 2024 SAT July 13 […]
July 13 at 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm Roald Dahl's WILLY WONKA KIDS presented by South Milwaukee Youth Theatre Junior Cast (ages 6-11) Based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation […]
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 […]
Join The Collab for an unforgettable networking event at Denizen MKE! We're excited to partner with eight amazing business owners to bring you a unique networking experience designed for both moms and their kids. Enjoy a morning filled with activities, treats, and fun, perfect for making connections and creating memories. For the Moms: Create Your […]
July 13th & 14th at The Farmhouse Paint Bar & Banquet Hall Join us for our 5th annual celebration of the Mexican painting icon Frida Kahlo! We will have live music, food trucks, local art vendors, dance performances, art classes, and interactive art installations!And of course the famous Frida Kahlo look-alike contest! This year we […]
Join us for giveaways, celebrations & more! Celebrate all-NEW Theme Nights and Community Nights this season, plus familiar favorites return for 2024! Theme Nights 4/26 - Hockey Night 5/9 - Bark at the Park 5/11 - Star Wars™ Night 5/31 - Happy Days Throwback Night 7/26 - Yacht Rock Night 8/11 - Sesame Street Day […]
Father's Day Open House & Beer Garden June 16 2024 01:00PM - 04:00PM Ice Cream Social Open House & Beer Garden July 14 2024 01:00PM - 04:00PM Historic Day Open House & Beer Garden September 08 2024 01:00PM - 04:00PM Applefest Open House & Beer Garden October 13 2024 01:00PM - 04:00PM Please note: Dates […]
Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm 2024 Sessions June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22, October 27, November 24, December 22 from 3:30-5:30pm July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8 from 5-7pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, […]
Tuesday, April 16 from 10:30 am - 11:00 am at WHS Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for Furry Tales! The Wisconsin Humane Society’s story time for children 2-4 years-old is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 am to 11 am. Animal-related books with a humane theme […]
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: July 9 & July 16 AUGUST: August 6 & August 13 $5 per child—no registration required. Meet in the Boerner Botanical Gardens atrium. (Children must be […]
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen Tuesdays from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Mitchell Street Library 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI "You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is designed for children, youth, and families to explore the world of food. Each weekly session will include a hands-on cooking lesson that focuses on […]
Tuesdays from 5-7:30 pm at Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for a night of board game fun for all ages! Whether you're new to board games or a seasoned player, stop by to play an old classic or find a new favorite. Please note: Dates and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 family. This event is for families with children ages 0-5. Please check the Library website for additional information and cancellations.
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 […]
Waukesha County Fair Waukesha County Exposition Center (1000 Northview Road, Waukesha, WI The oldest county fair in Wisconsin AND the largest event in Waukesha County, the Waukesha County Fair celebrates our rural heritage with barnyard animals, crafts, foods, farm displays—and, of course, the midway! Wednesday, July 17 / Noon – 10 pm Thursday, July 18 […]
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!)
July 17 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm West Allis Public Library - Constitution Room (ground floor): 7421 W National Ave West Allis WI Making Mercy Mats for People Experiencing Homelessness On July 17 please join Sunbeam Kids from 4:00-5:30 pm to assist the Mercy Mats volunteers at their regular weekly project preparing materials for sleeping mats […]
Come join us for FREE summer fun with BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks movie nights presented by Shorewest Realtors – Northshore Office and St. Francis Children’s Center! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]
Live at the Lakefront Returns! Wednesdays | 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm | Free for All Ages | July 10–August 28 Rotary Amphitheater at Discovery World 500 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Wednesday, July 10| 5:30pm - 9:00pm | FREE Outdoor Music LIVE at the Lakefront returns in 2024 for a 15th season with free outdoor […]
June 19 - August 14 / Hart Park Wauwatosa BUILDING A STRONG COMMUNITY THROUGH MUSIC Join your neighbors for fantastic evenings of live music under the stars! Located at the Hart Park Rotary Performance Pavilion on the corner of 68th and State Street in Wauwatosa, Tosa Tonight offers a diverse lineup of quality entertainment […]
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 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 […]
Southridge Mall's 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 is back this summer with an exciting lineup of FREE, educational events. This complimentary Summer Series will be held biweekly from 11am-12pm starting Thursday, July 18th through August 24th in our Kids Corner located on the Macy’s end of the mall on the upper level near the restrooms. 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 […]
July 18 from 1:30-2:30pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI Gather the family for an afternoon of adventure and fun! Explore a new theme each week to inspire creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. This program is geared toward children 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome). No registration is required. Please […]
Every Thursday in July and August from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm An inclusive playgroup, where children with special needs, their siblings, and parents come together for fun, support, and community. We offer engaging activities for kids of all abilities while providing a space for parents to connect and share resources. Registration is required for […]
Música del Lago 2024! FREE Latin Music Performance Series Thursdays at Colectivo Lakefront at 6 pm Colectivo Coffee and the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies at UW-Milwaukee are excited to announce the return of our Música del Lago concert series at Colectivo's Lakefront cafe! This series highlights some of our city's finest Latin […]
INSIDE OUT 2 FAMILY / COMEDY | PG | 100M Teenager Riley''s mind headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it […]
Join us for stories, songs, and open-ended art. Smocks or clothes that can get messy are recommended. This is geared towards children ages 5 and younger and their caregivers. Please check the Library website for additional information and cancellations.
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