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 July 25th from 5pm-7pm Mosaic is going back to the 80's and throwing a rad party to get ready for our summer production of 80's Prom. Join this totally cool party for radical kids age 11-17. Come in your most awesome 80's outfit and have fun dancing to music, playing games and partying like […]
07/25/2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Marx Park: 700 S. Barker Road, Brookfield, WI 53045 Back to School Playground Games Night for Fostering Community Fostering Families is a local organization that supports families involved in fostering and adoption. There are more than 2,000 children in foster care in Milwaukee County. Fostering Families seeks to […]
Christian Yelich's Charity Concert at the Pabst Theater Christian Yelich Is Hosting a Charity Concert With an Exciting Lineup: The event will support veterans and the Milwaukee community. Milwaukee Brewers star Christian Yelich and his family will host an event this summer that will feature live music, a culinary experience, sponsor activations and special guests […]
FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - 4th of July! St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, July 26th for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is 4th of July! - $5 per person - Kids 3 years and […]
Friday, July 26 from 8:30pm to 10pm 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. Eble Park Ice Arena is having another "glow skate" night on Friday, July 26, 2024, from 8:30 pm to 10 […]
Join us for Kids Club this week! This event is free with all supplies included! 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 Craft Time MKE!)
Are You Ready for This Adventure? Fans of Harry Potter and Escape Rooms will enjoy Returning to the Magic at the Harry Potter Festival on July 27 from 11-4. This year many of the buildings at Ozaukee County Pioneer Village (4880 Hwy. I, Saukville) will be transformed into 15 min. ‘escape rooms’ featuring easy, medium, […]
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 […]
German Fest July 26 - 28, 2024 “Get Your Deutsch On” at one of the largest, most authentic HAUS parties in North America! 5 stages of German music, food, Cultural Village, Glockenspiel, fireworks, Marktplatz, children’s activities, Model T and Volkswagen clubs, Sheepshead, Dachshund Derby, parades and more! Friday – Military Appreciation. Sunday – Family Day. Visit […]
Starting March 3rd and continuing on the Last Sunday of Every Month at 2pm Brumder Mansion 3046 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Bring the family and have some magical fun at The Brumder Mansion. Hosted by Magicians & Comedians Two Brothers One Mind and featuring a rotating cast of entertainers. Doors open 20 minutes before […]
Friday, July 26 at 7:00 pm Saturday, July 27 at 7:00 pm Sunday, July 28 at 2:00 pm Disney's Beauty and the Beast Junior presented by South Milwaukee Youth Theatre Senior Cast (ages 12-18) Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, and the Academy […]
July 26th at 7pm, July 27th at 7pm (pre-show dinner option at 6pm) and July 28th at 2pm Explore the big blue world with this brand new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film! Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. follows the story of Marlin and Nemo, as they each set off on an epic adventure […]
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, […]
A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. 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 Nature Time MKE!)
June 21 & July 29 / Havenwoods State Forest / Workshop 5:30 | Show 7:00 The Summit Players present their 2024 season: a brand-new production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream will visit 17 different Wisconsin State Parks this summer. All shows and workshops are presented free of charge. Seating is general admission on a first come, […]
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 […]
Tuesday, July 30 from 12-1 pm at Good Hope Library at 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Practice reading aloud and improve your fluency by sharing a story with a therapy dog. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Tuesday, July 30 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm at Longfellow Middle School outdoors on the playground (weather dependent) 7600 W North Avenue Wauwatosa WI Join us for an outdoor all-abilities open gym with The Ability Center (TAC) at Hales Corners Lutheran Church – including wheelchair basketball, seated volleyball, and/or goal ball. Fun for the whole […]
One of the last FREE fairs in the Midwest! Since 1859, the Ozaukee County Fair has been offering residents and visitors great traditional fair entertainment such as live music, truck & tractor pulls, a full midway, fireworks, demolition derbies, horse shows, contests, 4-H and livestock exhibitions & judging, kids entertainment, and more! CLICK […]
Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd Delafield WI 53018 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: (Let's Go Ice Skating MKE!)
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 […]
Everyone Invited to Free Day at Villa Terrace! Event features arts, activities and exploration Free Admission Thursday August 01, 2024 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Enjoy free admission to the Villa Terrace on the first Thursday of the month. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
FREE ADMISSION to the Racine Art Museum! August 2, 2024, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Enjoy free Racine Art Museum admission and extended gallery hours from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on First Friday, July 5. From 4:00 to 7:00 pm, makers of all ages can participate in a Free Family Hands-On Art Activity and create […]
Friday, August 2, 2024 Brewers fans of all ages are invited to the 15th annual slumber party at American Family Field. Bring your camping gear and prepare to spend the night under the stars on the outfield! There will be no shortage of activities throughout the evening, as the entire Field Level becomes an overnight […]
July 12th, 19th, 26th & August 2nd from 7:00pm - 8:00pm at the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Explore the potential for life on the red planet and the obstacles we need to overcome to send humans to Mars in the 2040s. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
In-Store Kids Workshops / Home Depot SE MKE 150 West Holt Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Black Arts Fest MKE | August 3, 2024 Saturday August 3 | 11:00am - 11:00pm A cultural festival celebrating and showcasing African and African American culture. Various genres of music on tap, performances and workshops for children, dance performances and activities focused around African heritage are in store. A Market Square will feature wares and […]
Okay...not quite in the Milwaukee area, but this event is worth the drive up to Green Bay! This event serves as the introduction of the 2024 Green Bay Packers, in-person to a capacity crowd in Lambeau Field and on television to a state-wide audience. The format of the event will be a full practice, […]
Join us at Ellsworth Park with 1840 Brewing Co. for beverages, food, and live music!
Four Northwestern Mutual FREE Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE with Kids at the Northwestern Mutual Community Park The schedule and theme for each event in the series is as follows: June 9 – Summerfest July 7 – Family Health and Wellness August 4 – STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) September 22 – Performing Arts […]
Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day July 6 - Sept 2, 2024 12550 120th Ave Kenosha WI Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border • 10 am - 7 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 Time […]
Forest Home Cemetery Milwaukee’s first Shakespeare Festival on Aug. 4 at Forest Home Cemetery 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 Shakespeare in the Park Time MKE!)
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! […]
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 […]
Get ready for an exhilarating Olympics Weekend as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks! From August 2nd through August 4th, come down to the stadium and experience the thrill of the game as these two teams battle it out on the field. It's the perfect way to combine your love of baseball and […]
Join us on Sundays in August 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 […]
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task […]
Science plus preschoolers! This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. This program meets on the 1st Monday of each month this summer, and we'll combine age appropriate introductions to science with play time for your child. This program promotes critical thinking, communication skills, confidence building, and more! […]
In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can expanded upon at home. Parents and kids will each pickup new ways to create fun ways to play together. With our open-ended activities, these programs are great for siblings to join together. Ideal ages : 18 months […]
August 5th from 5:30-7:30pm at Anita's Dance Center S63W13700 W Janesville Rd Muskego WI 53150 Join us for an open house on August 5th from 5:30-7:30pm! -Tour the facility -Meet the staff -Learn about the new dance year -Register for classes -Free sample class for new students -5:30-6:00pm: 3-5yr. ballet/tap -6:00-6:30pm: 6-9yr. ballet/tap -Experience a […]
Join us at LucyBakes for coffee & cupcake decorating! Spend the morning with us while we decorate cupcakes, color, and chit chat. This event is from 10 AM - 11:30 AM at our Walker's Point location (133 W Pittsburgh Ave). Street parking is available on both 2nd St and Pittsburgh Ave. Morning snacks & sips […]
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 […]
It’s KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024, and we’re taking over YOUR city this summer! Make memories that will last a lifetime at the ultimate pop concert for kids, and their grown-ups too! Sing and dance along as the KIDZ BOP Kids tear up the stage with your favorite songs like Dance The Night, Cruel Summer, Dance Monkey […]
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 […]
On eight select Tuesdays this summer, the Milwaukee Public Market, Beer Capitol and Town Bank present the free Riverwalk Commons Concert Series featuring local food trucks, local drinks and local musicians. Where: Located at Riverwalk Commons, under the 794 freeway, where Downtown Milwaukee meets the Historic Third Ward, this scenic spot along the Milwaukee Riverwalk […]
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 […]
June 5 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / July 3 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / August 7 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / September 4 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / October 2 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / November 6 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / December […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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