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.
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! […]
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 […]
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
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: 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 […]
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!)
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 […]
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!)
Magical Mornings at Black Bear Children's Boutique are back! Join us for storytime and crafts. This FREE event is best suited for children ages 1-6.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wednesday, September 25 from 4-5pm and Wednesday, November 13 from 4-5 (Ages 6 - 11) Children will learn yoga through poses and games, plus breathing and mindfulness exercises. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle; a yoga mat is strongly encouraged. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Join Babbling Babes for this mom and baby gathering in the stunning Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum benefiting The BIG Give Back- a Fund Drive benefiting The Milwaukee Diaper Mission. Your ticket covers: A donation to The Milwaukee Diaper Mission Admission to the stunning lakefront Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum Local photographer and longtime BB supporter Lottie […]
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 […]
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)
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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+. […]
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
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!
Girls in Aviation Day Milwaukee Mitchell Airport 5300 S Howell Avenue Milwaukee WI Saturday, September 28 from 1-4 pm Admission: FREE (girls ages 12-18) Girls in Aviation Day is an event that happens around the world in September, and there’s an annual event at the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport put on by the Women […]
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