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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 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

Free Admission Day at Villa Terrace Milwaukee Lakefront

Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United States

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

In-Store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Home Depot - SE MKE 150 W Holt Ave, Milwaukee

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 […]

Free – $50

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Show

Ozaukee County Pioneer Village 4880 Highway I, Saukville, Wisconsin

Join us for a Train Show by the Kettle Moraine Ballast Scorchers and Metro Model Railroad Clubs, Railroad Bells, Horns & Whistles. Scavenger Hunt around the track. RC planes by the Astrowings, RC Racetrack by Compass, Car Show (Trophy provided by Northwoods Sales) and music by Mission River Band 11:30-2:30. Food, Beer Tent and Silent […]

$8

BAYSHORE Back to School Fun Fest

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Celebrate the new school year at BAYSHORE’S Back to School Fun Fest presented by St. Francis Children’s Center! Dance with Kid Boogie Down, dive into science at Mad Science fun stations, explore fossils and dinosaurs with the Milwaukee Public Museum and jump around in the bouncy house. Enjoy a petting zoo, face painting, and flamingo and dinosaur drawstring […]

Free

Parents’ Night Out at the Tri County YMCA

Tri County YMCA N84W17501 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children (ages 6 weeks-12) while you are enjoying yourself - kid free! Children will participate in a variety of age appropriate activities. Snacks will be provided.    Member: $15.00 Non-Member: $20.00

$15 – $20

Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena Brookfield

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

 Glow Ice Skating 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 Saturday, September 7 from 7pm to 8:30pm. All ages and skating abilities are […]

$12
Event Series Let’s Go Fly A Kite MKE!

International Kite Festival at Milwaukee’s Veterans Park

Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

On Saturday, September 7th, and Sunday September 8th, Gift of Wings is hosting The Gift of Wings Frank Mots Int’l Kite Festival in Veterans Park on Milwaukee's Lakefront. The event will begin at 10:00 am, through 6:00 pm, (5 pm Sunday) with the GRAND LAUNCH of 600+ kites at NOON!  Free Kite Flying lessons. We […]

Free

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

New Berlin Historical Society Open House

New Berlin Historical Park 19765 W National Ave, New Berlin, United States

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 […]

Free

Bluey Meet & Greet in Richfield

Come meet Bluey during Puppy Fest at Charming Paws – Richfield! She will be waiting for your high five, hug, and photo! Enjoy the festivities before/after!   1235 Morgan Dr, Hubertus, WI 53033

Free

Play Date with Art at the Milwaukee Art Museum

Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Second Friday of the month from 10:00 am to Noon at the Milwaukee Art Museum's Windhover Hall It’s never too early to learn to love art! Practice stitching shapes together with yarn, and work together to create a mini version of the Eva Hesse sculpture Right After. Then join in singalongs at 10:30am and 11:15am. […]

$20 – $27

Back to School Carnival at Elite Sports Club River Glen

Back-to-school time is here! Join us for our 4th Annual Back to School Carnival in the Quad! Games, inflatables, and some fun surprises! FREE entry for members and non-members. Purchase tickets for food and beverages; wristbands or tickets available for select activities. Admission ticket is per family living in the same household, up to two […]

Free
Event Series 2024 YMCA Events & Activities

Family Nights at the West Suburban YMCA

West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

September-December 2024 at the West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St Wauwatosa WI   Join us for some family fun on select Fridays. Check out each flyer for more details and information. September 9th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm / September 13th 5:30pm - 7:30pm / October 11th 5:30pm - 7:30pm / November 11th 5:30pm - 7:30pm […]

Free

Touch A Truck in Sussex

Sussex Armory Park W239N5718 Maple Ave, Sussex, Wisconsin

Join us for Touch a Truck 2024 presented by Lannon Stone Foundation! This event is geared toward kids ages 2-8, but will appeal to anyone--kid or adult--who loves trucks!   So many types of trucks ... including food trucks!   To make room for all of the big, amazing trucks that will be at this […]

Free
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Southridge Mall Kids Corner Presents Andertoons ‘Farm Throwdown’

Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

Saturday, September 14th, 2024 from 11:00am - 12:00pm Cartoonist Mark Anderson will be doing a complementary cartooning class, Farm Throwdown, at Southridge Mall's Kids Corner Event. There will be complimentary giveaways *while supplies last. Located on the lower level outside of Macy's 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘦𝘥 & 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘵 𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭 […]

Free

5th Annual Shorewood Feast

Shorewood

The 5th Annual North Shore Bank Shorewood Feast & Street Festival presented by the Shorewood Foundation is back again for 2024!   Running from the 4200 to the 4400 blocks of Oakland Avenue, this is a family-friendly foodie event with free entertainment and activities for every age. There will be music, entertainment, a harvest dinner, […]

Free

Monster Truck Throwdown at Slinger Super Speedway

Slinger Super Speedway 280 Cedar Creek Road, Slinger, WI, United States

Witness all the thrills and join in on the family fun with Monster Truck Throwdown coming to the Slinger Super Speedway for the final event to hit Wisconsin Saturday, September 14!   Don’t miss world-renown Monster Truck Superstars including BLOCKHEAD, the 12,000lb building block monster truck, Freestyle Motocross and more!   YOU can experience the […]

$20
Event Series UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 2024

Observe the Moon Night at the UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

September 14 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Observe the Moon Night Saturday, September 14,  2024 First show- 7:00 – 8:00 pm   |  Second show- 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm It’s International Observe the Moon Night! Gaze at the Moon through our telescopes outside of the Physics […]

$6

Fashion Fest MKE at BAYSHORE

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Join us for the 3rd annual Fashion Fest MKE, held at The Yard at Bayshore, on September 15 from 12:00 - 6:00pm. There will be an assortment of fashion vendors, food trucks, a children's design area, and two fashion shows: 2:00pm and 4:00pm. Entrance to the event is free, bring lawn chairs and blankets for […]

Free
Event Series Granville Harvest Festival

Granville Harvest Festival

Join us for a whole bunch of FREE family fun including horse rides, arts and crafts, face painting, photo booths, and more! This event is fun for all ages. Location: 8633 W Brown Deer Rd   Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business may close […]

Free
Event Series Boswell Book Company 2024 Events

Hena Khan (Author of We Are Big Time) at Milwaukee Public Library’s Centennial Hall

Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Hena Khan, author of We Are Big Time at Milwaukee Public Library’s Centennial Hall, 733 N Eighth St Sunday, September 15, 2 pm Milwaukee Public Library and the Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition present an afternoon with Hena Khan for We Are Big Time, her new, Wisconsin-set graphic novel about a Muslim teen who joins an […]

Free
Event Series HAWS 2024 Events

Fall 2024 Early Childhood Encounters at HAWS (Ages 3-5)

HAWS Schallock Center for Animals W330 S1205 County Rd C, Delafield, WI, United States

September 15th | 2-3pm October 13th | 2-3pm November 10th | 2-3pm Ages: 3, 4 and 5 year olds with an adult By interacting with animals at a young age the children develop an appreciation, understanding and respect for animals that can then be built upon as they grow.  Young children get the opportunity to […]

$20

Little Chef Family Dinner at Batter&Mac Menomonee Falls

Batter&Mac Menomonee Falls N89W16750 Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls, United States

Send your kiddo on in to our shop for the afternoon and we will send them home with dinner for the family! Dinner with no mess?! Heck yes! Kids will learn to chop and dice while preparing a salad with southwestern ranch dressing, cheesy chicken enchiladas, and churro cheesecake bars for dessert! Dinner serves a family […]

$60

Summer Of Soul: Outdoor Concert Series in Downtown Milwaukee

Marcus Performing Arts Center, Peck Pavilion 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

 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). […]

Free
Event Series Lakeshore State Park 2024 Events

Evening Bonfire at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee

Lakeshore State Park 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

Wirth Park Playground Grand Opening Brookfield

Wirth Park 2585 N Pilgrim Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

Wirth Park Playground Grand Opening! Wednesday September 18th at 6:00 pm• Ribbon Cutting• Donor Recognition• Play! 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 Playground Time MKE!)

Free

Auditions for The Grinch: A Panto at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 9-13)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

September 17th & 19th 4:30pm-6:30pm Mosaic Creative Studios is looking for actors ages 10-13 to participate in our production of The Grinch: A Panto! Rehearsals combine the training of a theatre class within a rehearsal schedule. All company members audition for roles throughout the season and are guaranteed featured casting in each company's production. Auditions […]

Free

Pet Fest Milwaukee at Henry Maier Festival Park

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

Pet Fest | September 21, 2024 | 9:00am - 5:00pm  HENRY MAIER FESTIVAL PARK | FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING 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 Pet Fest Time MKE!)

Free

Appleland’s Fall Festival

Appleland Farm Market 4177 State Road 57, Fredonia, United States

We are excited to welcome you to Appleland's Fall Festival on September 21 & 22 from 10am - 4pm each day. Family fun activities include:   - U-pick Honeycrisp and other apple varieties- U-pick Pumpkins- Brat and burger fry- Wine tasting and beer tent- Caramel apple bar- Local craft vendors- Live music- Wagon rides- Bounce […]

Free

Cedarburg Creek Farm Opening Day

Cedarburg Creek Farm 649 State Road 60, Cedarburg, WI, United States

Cedarburg Creek Farm is opening on Saturday September 21st 10:00am-6:00pm and will be open daily from 10:00am-6:00pm weather permitting.   Come on out and see our animals, playground, corn maze, pumpkins, and more.   Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business may close due to […]

Free

National Batman Day Paint Party at Vibez Creative Arts Space BAYSHORE

Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

Come join us for a fun-filled paint party celebrating everyone's favorite caped crusader, Batman! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Get ready to unleash your creativity as we paint Batman-themed masterpieces together. Location: 5706 N Centerpark Way Date: September 21st Time: 12pm Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to bond with […]

$35.85

Fiesta Latina at Regner Park in West Bend

Regner Park 800 N Main St, West Bend, WI, United States

Come join us in West Bend for: Family Fun Latin American Music Food Trucks and Drinks Entertainment for all ages, including Kids Games Dancing Raffles Loteria Admission is FREE! Kids game wristband is $5. No carry-ins!   Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business may […]

Free

Infinite Gym Fest at Infinite Gymnastics

Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA

Infinite Gymnastics is hosting an Open House Celebration in honor of National Gymnastics Day on Saturday, September 21st from 4:00-7:00 pm. Come check out our facility and meet our coaches! This event is fun for the whole family! We will have open gym, kids dance party, face painting, henna tattoos, food trucks, a silent auction, […]

$5 – $10
Event Series Parents Night Out 2024 Dates

Parents Night Out at Altius Gymnastics Academy Franklin

Altius Gymnastics Academy 9670 S Franklin Dr, Franklin, WI, United States

Get your kids moving at Altius Special Events! Parents' Night Out is co-ed and non-members are welcome. Each PNO features games and activities, along with bucket rides, trampoline, and obstacle courses. All activities are closely supervised by our instructors. Cheese pizza and a beverage are provided at 8:00pm. Ages 5-12 / 1 Child $45, 2 […]

$45 – $106

Thresheree & Harvest Festival, presented by the Richfield Historical Society

Richfield Historical Park 1896 Hwy 164, Richfield, Wisconsin, United States

This is the 25th year for Richfield Historical Society’s largest event, featuring field demonstrations including steam engine threshing, log sawing, plowing, and draft horses. See a steam-powered sawmill, antique engines, trucks, and tractors. There are plenty of children’s activities as well, including a children’s reserved play area and vintage games at the Welcome Center. As […]

$6

Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County Consignment Sale at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center

Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, United States

Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County Consignment Sale   ​At the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center  Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County Consignment Sale!  The Fall Sale for Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County is this weekend (September 19-22)! This children’s consignment sale is a great opportunity to save 50-90% on kids’ clothes, shoes, toys, […]

Free – $3
Event Series Sunday Family Fun Day!

Sunday Family Fun Day at Northwestern Mutual Community Park Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual Community Park 639 E. Summerfest Place, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Cedarburg Wine & Harvest Festival

Cedarburg Wine & Harvest Festival

Downtown Cedarburg WI, United States

Get excited for all things FALL at Festival of Cedarburg's Wine & Harvest Festival 50th Anniversary! Enjoy the FREE two day festival featuring Arts on the Avenue, makers market, Family Friendly Party in the Park at Cedar Creek Park, pumpkin activities, live music, food court and food trucks, beer/wine, local boutiques/restaurants/cafe's/bars, and more! For more […]

Free

National Ice Cream Cone Day Paint Party at Vibez Creative Arts Space BAYSHORE

Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

Come join us for a fun-filled day of painting and celebrating everyone's favorite treat - ice cream cones! This in-person event will take place at 5706 N Centerpark Way. Get ready to unleash your creativity. No painting experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm and love for ice cream! Don't miss out on this sweet event! Ticket […]

$35.85

25 Year Anniversary Block Party at Anodyne Walker’s Point

Anodyne - Walkers Point 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

25 year anniversary Block Party this Sunday for Anodyne outside their Walker's Point location. The event is outside from 12 - 5 pm and from 12 - 1 pm the folks at Cream City Skatepark will be hosting a 12 and under skate session with instructors from their Skate Club and Summer Camps. Please note: […]

Free
Event Series Oktoberfest at Barthel Fruit Farm

Oktoberfest at Barthel Fruit Farm

Barthel Fruit Farm 12246 N Farmdale Road, Mequon, WI, United States

Live polka music, warm pretzels from Milwaukee Pretzel Company, brats made locally by Old Germantown, apple brats made by Schwai’s Meat, hot dogs, Hammerschlagen, corn maze, apple and pumpkin picking, homemade bakery, and of course…beer!   Live music schedule:Saturday, September 21st from 1:00-4:00 Gunter’s Goodtime Polka!Sunday, September 22nd from 1:00-4:00 Jeff Winard Polka Parties! Admission […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Milwaukee Brewers!

Milwaukee Brewers 2024 Community and Theme Night

American Family Field 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$90 – $150
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Sessions at BBCM

Sensory-Friendly Sessions at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

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, […]

$5

Craft and Storytime and Mequon Nature Preserve

Mequon Nature Preserve 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI, United States

Listen to a seasonally-themed book read by one of our staff members! Then take a short, guided hike and come back for a fun nature craft! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Email Amanda at amanda@mequonnaturepreserve.org to claim a spot! At 10:00 am on Tuesday: May 21st, June 25th, July 23rd, August 27th, September 24th, October […]

Free
Event Series Riverwest Commons Concert Series

Riverwest Commons Concert Series

Riverwest Commons 423 N Water St, Milwaukee

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 […]

Free

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