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Looking for family-friendly activities in Milwaukee? Check out the MKE With Kids Events Calendarโyour one-stop resource for the best kid-friendly events happening today. Weโve done the hard work, gathering the top activities from around the city into one easy-to-use guide. Whether youโre 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.
Milwaukee County Parks is set to begin construction on a new playground at Mitchell Airport Park, with an official groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for Monday, October 14, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the park, located at 4446 S Logan Ave, with street parking available along the avenue. This new playground will […]
PUMPKIN PAVILION The Bay View Neighborhood Association would like to invite you and your family to this annual Bay View tradition. This four-day, family-friendly event brings over 2,000 Bay View residents and Milwaukee neighbors to Humboldt Park Pavilion. Guests come to carve pumpkins, admire the display of 1,000 lit pumpkins, enjoy live music, eat local food, and […]
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 - […]
Trick or treat. Books are neat. Come visit our not so spooky haunted library in Brown Deer. Make some crafts, collect some candy, and explore our storywalk.
Calling all big kids - this DROP-OFF program is just for you! Let your children bring your creativity and independence for this hands-on class with friends. This event is ideal for ages 4-7. Just in time for Trick-or-Treat, we're making our own candy bags! We're combining our loves for Halloween and tie dye into […]
The Menomonee Falls Historical Society's annual family-friendly Halloween activities will be held on October 18th and 19th! Friday's event from 5-8PM include trick or treating around the historic park, an escape room, a scavenger hunt, a craft station, marshmallow roasting by the campfire, magician performances, food, Depot Beer Garden serving craft tap beers along with […]
Join us for Spooky Sussex 2024 presented by Sussex NAPA Auto Parts! Spooky Sussex is a not-so-scary, family-friendly, Halloween event with activities geared for children 10 and under. Spooky Sussex is held rain or shine, so dress for the weather. Registration is required for everyone at the event except for children under 2 year […]
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)
Join us for a fun-filled Paint Your Own Tote Paint Party where you can unleash your creativity and design your own unique tote bag! Date and time Friday, October 18 ยท 6 - 8pm CDT. Doors at 5:55pm Location 5706 North Centerpark Way Glendale, WI 53217 United States Welcome to the Paint Your […]
Join us for a fun and festive day at our First Annual Pumpkin Patch Event! This event is open to the public, so bring your family and friends along to enjoy the fall vibes. Date: October 19th Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: 217 E Silver Spring Dr, Whitefish Bay What to Expect: Pick […]
Cave Explorers Saturday, October 19 from 10:30-11:15 am Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Caves are so cool! Let's explore these natural wonders with a fun read-aloud, some science experiments, and a building challenge. Can you construct the tallest stalagmite or the strongest stalagtite? Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Join us to enjoy trunk-or-treating, carnival games, more magician performances, escape room, storytelling, and the ever-popular marshmallow roasting. Depot Beer Garden will be serving tap craft beer along with canned beverages and hot cider. Matteo's Taco Truck will be serving from 1-8 PM. Don't miss the fun! Adults and kids over 2 are $7 […]
Potions. Pizza. Costumes encouraged, but not required. Your family will love our sweet, scare-free spin on a Beetlejuice extravaganza. Perfect for little ghosts & ghouls looking for some seasonal magic. Bunches of fun for parents reliving the Beetlejuice drama. Drop by to enjoy dinner, potion making, and more in this open house style event. So, […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Hollow at Phantom Lake Oct 11-13, Oct 17-20 from 6:00 pm โ 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-oโ-lanterns. This outdoor, family-friendly evening under the stars is sure to become a yearly […]
Toy Train and Collectible Show. Buy, Sell , and Trade Toy Trains and other Collectibles. New and Used. Admission $4.00 / Kids 12 and under Free with Adult Entrance on East side building off west Cleveland Ave. Food Available. After your done at the show come visit our club house. Opens at 10:00 AM Located […]
Kohlโs Family Sundays: Dรญa de los Muertos at the Milwaukee Art Museum October 20 from 10:00 amโ4:00 pm Bring family and friends to the Museum to explore the colors and symbols of Day of the Dead at this annual visitor favorite. This drop-in experience is included with Museum admission Please note: Dates and times are […]
Wisconsin Science Festival A statewide celebration with events for all ages. October 14-20, 2024 at The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Youโre invited to host an event for #WiSciFest 2024! Join hundreds of organizations around Wisconsin that connect people with science, technology, engineering, art and math. More than 51 counties and 41,000 […]
May 12 Royal Mother's Day Tea-Kiddie Cruise / June 30 Galactic Heroes & Villains-Kiddie Cruise / July 21 Encanto Dance-Kiddie Cruise / August 25 Minion-Kiddie Cruise / September 29 Toy Story-Kiddie Cruise / October 20 Hocus Pocus-Kiddie Cruise For the second year, Edelweiss Cruises has teamed up with Friend Like Me to offer themed character […]
Come chill with us at the Sloth Paint Party - relax, paint, and have a sloth-tastic time! Date and time Sunday, October 20 ยท 12 - 2pm CDT. Doors at 11:55am Location 5706 North Centerpark Way Glendale, WI 53217 United States Welcome to the Sloth Paint Party! Join us for a fun-filled […]
Come and join us for a ride and experience the railroad decorated for Halloween at our 16th Annual Pumpkin Train event. Family friendly... nothing scary! Bring the family and come enjoy our hobby with us. Limited concessions and restrooms are also available. Daytime rides are offered at no charge. Donations to the club are appreciated. […]
Itโs the time of year when the haunts come out to play at the Center. You can come in costume to learn about some of natureโs spooky and misunderstood animals! Weโll dispel myths about them and share their ecological importance. Meet live animal ambassadors in our Great Hall, including snakes, tarantulas, turtles, and raptor ambassadors! Also vote for […]
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello! OCTOBER 20 at 2:00 pm at The Miller High Life Theatre Milwaukee WIElmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello! At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow […]
Join the entire Jewish community as we celebrate Sukkot at the annual Sukkot Street Party! There will be festive fun for adults and kids alike! LED Dance Floor | Rides | Carnival Games | Bungee Jump | Face Paint | Balloon Twisting | Strolling Entertainment | Bubble Extravaganza | Roaming Photo Booth | Airbrushing […]
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI October 17 - October 20 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm The Zoo has become a must-see destination during the Halloween season. Enjoy more treats than tricks, and join in family-friendly activities like a Trick-or-Treat Trail to gather goodies, live pumpkin-carving demonstrations, โCreatures of the Nightโ […]
10/21/2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI Can you complete all of the puzzles in under an hour during our escape room challenge? Join us in completing some activities, puzzles, and challenges during this event. This program is for those in grades 6-8 and will take […]
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 […]
Join us at Honey Creek Orchard in Cedarburg for a Babbling Babes Halloween Gathering! Babbling Babes is a social club for Milwaukee area moms. Admission is $10 for ages 2 and up, payable on the day of the event. It includes access to the petting zoo, tractor rides, play area, Western Town, and more. […]
Join us for a spooky good time on Thursday October 24th from 4-7pm for trick-or-treat in Downtown Menomonee Falls. Participating businesses will host Trick-or-Treat for the kiddos! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business may close due to holidays, weather, staffing, etc. Please check […]
The North Shore's favorite Halloween event is back! Begin with trick-or-treating at Thiensville businesses from 4-6 pm, then head to Thiensville Village Park for a Trunk-or-Treat (NEW!). There will also be food trucks, a DJ spinning spooky/fun tunes, family-friendly games and activities, raffle prizes, and of course .... more candy! This event is FREE. […]
Have a spooktacular start to the Fall season with the fifth annual BAYSHORE BOOgie Bash & Costume Contest presented by Spirit Halloween and St. Francis Children's Center! The free, family-friendly celebration will kick off with The Great Pumpkin Giveaway in The Yard, where the first 500 children ages 2-12 will receive a free pumpkin […]
October 25, 2024 at 4:30-7:30pm & November 19, 2024 at 9:30-11:30am Angela Caroll Photography is partnering with We Rock the Spectrum - Milwaukee to provide Sensory Friendly Photo Sessions! Anyone who comes in for a 2-hour Open Play session at We Rock can schedule a discounted photo session on the same day! Sessions are $30 […]
Join us at Sandy Knoll County Park in West Bend on October 25th for a thrilling Halloween dance party and glow run! The glow run will feature candy stations along the way, adding an extra element of excitement. Get ready for multiple costume contests and the talented DJ Lenny spinning his spooky tunes all night […]
Your stay in Sheboygan, WI during the spooky season wouldn't be complete without a kids Halloween party! At the BOO Harbor Kids Halloween Party at Blue Harbor Resort, kids will enjoy cookie decorating and crafts, plus a monster mash dance party and costume contest in our Peninsula Room! Resort guests can purchase the BOO Harbor […]
October 25 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 Have a SPOOKY time at our annual Halloween Hullabaloo celebration. First will be the trunk or treat on the southside parking lot. After, head to the gym to decorate your pumpkin and participate in fun activities. Everyone is encouraged […]
Calling ALL Milwaukee-area moms! Leave the little monsters at home and join us for a casual and spooktacular event presented by Babbling Babes MKE: Mummy's Night Out Friday October 25th at 7pm 3rd Street Market Hall in Downtown Milwaukee Costumes, cocktails/mocktails, and fun await - don't miss the most fang-tastic Halloween get together […]
Recycled Percussion on October 25 at 7:30pm at Uihlein Hall 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI Experience high-energy โjunk rockโ music as international phenomenon Recycled Percussion takes Milwaukee by storm! Taking percussion to a whole new level, the band brings to the stage an interactive experience filled with comedy, music, thrilling staging, and of course, brilliant drumming […]
Experience the eras of Taylor Swift featuring Holly Marie - a tribute to Taylor Swift. A live band concert. TAYLOR AND THE ANTI-HEROES Laura Petersen and the Old Souls FRI, 25 OCT 2024 at 08:00PM CDT Ages: All Ages Doors Open: 07:00PM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Dress you and your family in your Halloween best and make your way through the store to get treats, candy, and more fun surprises! No need to bring a bag or bucket. We'll have free bags to give away with coloring materials available so you can decorate yours however you'd like! Bring the family out […]
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 […]
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween adventure on Silver Spring Drive in Whitefish Bay! Join us for "Trick or Treat" presented by the Merchants of Whitefish Bay. Bring your little goblins and ghouls for a morning of trick-or-treating on October 26th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Our participating businesses along Silver Spring are […]
Saturday, October 26th, 2024 from 11am-12pm Please join ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฑ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ at our complimentary ๐๐ถ๐ฑ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ป ๐๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ for a ๐๐ฅ๐ค๐ค๐ ๐ฉ๐๐๐ช๐ก๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐๐ฃ๐๐ ๐๐๐ค๐ฌ. Costumes are encouraged, but completely optional. PLUS there will be candy and giveaways for all Kids Corner attendees *while supplies last* ๐๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฌ๐ต๐ข๐ค๐ถ๐ญ๐ข๐ณ ๐๐ค๐ช๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ค๐ฆ ๐๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ธ: ๐๐ณ๐ฆ๐ฑ๐ข๐ณ๐ฆ ๐ง๐ฐ๐ณ ๐ด๐ค๐ช๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ค๐ฆ ๐ต๐ณ๐ช๐ค๐ฌ๐ด & ๐ต๐ณ๐ฆ๐ข๐ต๐ด ๐ข๐ด ๐ธ๐ฆ ๐ฑ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ด๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ต […]
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 Family Fun Day is coming to Foxtown Station in Mequon on Saturday, October 26th, from 11 AM to 3 PM! Bring the whole family for an autumn adventure packed with Hay Rides to our historic caves, bounce house excitement, pumpkin decorating, and so much more! And, of course, weโll be pouring your […]
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 โ a hilarious, toe-tapping musical! Shows run from October 4 - November 3, 2024, at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. Saturday, […]
Trick-or-Treat the Streich Family Wetlands! Dress up in costume and stop at the various candy stations throughout this trail system. This trail is ADA friendly. There will be games and other fun activities as well. Leashed dogs are welcome to attend, dress them up too! Please bring your own candy bag, there will be a […]
It's time for the SWEETEST tradition of the year: trick-or-treating! Grab your costumes and bucket, and have a fun and safe time. Remember to turn your porch lights on if you're handing out treats. Happy Halloween!
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 […]
It's time for the SWEETEST tradition of the year: trick-or-treating! Grab your costumes and bucket, and have a fun and safe time. Remember to turn your porch lights on if you're handing out treats. Happy Halloween!
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