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.
07/20/2024 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Location: JOMM: 4180 N. Lydell Ave, Glendale, WI 53212 Sorting & Rescuing Food at Just One More Ministry Just One More Ministry (JOMM) is a food rescue program that began back in 2008. The organization receives prepared foods, bakery, produce, and nonperishable donations from numerous businesses and redistributes it […]
Sunday, July 14 through Sunday, July 21 For all ages and Free! All week, Havenwoods will have extended hours for our community to enjoy adventure, recreation and relaxation. Join us for daytime and evening programs every day. You’ll be able to learn, hike, walk, bike and connect with neighbors while enjoying a restorative breath of […]
Join us for the 2024 Season of the Oak Creek Farmers Market! Dates: Saturdays, May 11 through October 19, 2024 Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Location: Drexel Town Square 361 W Town Square Way Oak Creek WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
SUMMER HOURS Saturday: 9 am- 1 pm & Sunday: 11 am- 3 pm Maker Studio - an inspiring art studio for kids & adults with weekly rotating projects Ignite your creativity with every visit. Enjoy projects in every art media imaginable with ease and encouragement. Studio guides will answer questions, provide technique demonstrations, & give […]
Bring your canine companion to Dog Days at Drexel! This event will feature Pier Pups dock diving, K-9 demonstrations, agility demonstrations sponsored by West Allis Zoom Room, lure course sponsored by Speed Weenies, flyball demos sponsored by the Barkbarians, pet massages, caricature artist, doggy photo booth, puppy costume, parade and great dog-related vendors. Dates: Friday July […]
Discovery World 500 N Harbor Dr Milwaukee WI July 20-28 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Dive into an extraordinary underwater adventure as Discovery World proudly presents Shark Days, a week-long celebration of our saltwater species! Get ready to explore the fascinating saltwater worlds in Discovery World. Get up close and personal while learning about […]
July 3: Fossil Hike, 6:00-7:00 PM What does Lakeshore State Park have to do with Niagara Falls? Come find out and learn some Wisconsin geological history as you explore the Lannon stone lining the park searching for fossilized coral, trilobites, brachiopods, and cephalopods. Meet at the Park’s North Entrance, just west of Discovery World. All […]
Saturday, July 20 @ 10-11am Ages 0 - 5 (older siblings welcome) Join us for a special, all things Bluey party! Celebrate the Heeler family with stories, songs, and special activities based on the hit TV show! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Regular Season will kick off on Saturdays only, starting April 13th. Sunday trains will be added on the first weekend in May, and Friday trains will be added on June 7th. All aboard […]
Celebrate summer in the park in West Bend! Family activities include a bounce house, face painting, wacky hair, and activity tents! Buckshot performs 12-4pm.
Experience the magic of our 4th Annual Falls Lavender Fest, a celebration dedicated to the captivating allure of lavender. Join us on July 20th, 2024 from 10-5 pm at Village Park in Menomonee Falls for a day filled with enchantment, vibrant festivities, and delightful surprises. Enjoy the infectious rhythms and melodies on the main stage […]
Free Day + The Milwaukee Art Museum! Milwaukee Art Museum is located at 700 N Art Museum Dr Milwaukee WI Milwaukeeans and visitors alike are invited to enjoy free admission to the Milwaukee Art Museum and experience its iconic architecture and world-class collection! Explore art from antiquity to the present day in the collection galleries, […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing Adults: 2 free entires […]
CROATIAN FEST – JULY 20th 2024 CROATIAN PARK – 9100 S 76th Street Franklin WI Join us this year on Saturday July 20th for Wisconsin’s oldest continuous running Ethnic festival in Franklin, WI as we celebrate 90 years of community and tradition! Gates will open at 10:00AM with our Cultural Program at 2:00 pm featuring […]
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 […]
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 […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 July Planetarium Programs Wednesday 7/3 at 11:00am - The Solar System Show Wednesday 7/3 at 1:00pm - A Teenagers Guide to the Galaxy Wednesday 7/10 at 11:00am - Cosmic Colors: An Adventure Along the Spectrum Wednesday 7/10 at 1:00pm - […]
BAYSHORE presents Peppa Pig Live! in partnership with St. Francis Children's Center on Saturday, July 20 in The Yard. Showtimes are 11:00am, 12:00pm, and 1:00pm. Come with your entire family for a day of free and fun entertainment, and bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Alcohol carry-ins and animals are prohibited.
July 20, 2024Brady Street, Milwaukee Join us Saturday, July 20th for the BRADY STREET FESTIVAL in Milwaukee! Head to funky Brady Street for live entertainment all day and night from local bands on three stages. Stunt bike and tumbling shows, arts and crafts, and a rock climbing wall make this a family-friendly event. Please note: […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 July Planetarium Programs Wednesday 7/3 at 11:00am - The Solar System Show Wednesday 7/3 at 1:00pm - A Teenagers Guide to the Galaxy Wednesday 7/10 at 11:00am - Cosmic Colors: An Adventure Along the Spectrum Wednesday 7/10 at 1:00pm - […]
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!)
The West Allis Farmers Market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh-cut flowers and annual plants, and prepared foods. Our 2024 season will start May 4. Each year the Farmers Market is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We are […]
The Wizard of Oz at the Oconomowoc Arts Center / Neudecker Main Stage 641 East Forest Street Oconomowoc WI 53066 7pm Friday & Saturday, July 19 & 20 & 2pm Saturday & Sunday, July 20 & 21 The beloved Frank Baum classic, The Wizard of Oz, promises to transport audiences to the magical land of Oz, […]
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 for Cinderella MKE!)
Join us at Ellsworth Park with 1840 Brewing Co. for beverages, food, and live music!
Let's Celebrate Summer!Summer is finally here, and we have much to celebrate in 2024! Mark your calendars for Victory's FIRST EVER Block Party! You're invited to join us for a day of fun in the sun that you won't want to miss! Saturday, July 20 // 4:30-7:30pmHeld at Victory of the Lamb (11120 W Loomis […]
Country Fest Weekend in Glendale! Saddle up for this FREE event! Join The City of Glendale’s Country Fest July 19th & 20th Grab your friends and get ready to Party and Dance to the HOTTEST Country Bands around! Concerts are from 6pm – 9pm on the Main Stage Amphitheater – Rebel Grace (Friday July 19th) […]
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive Franklin WI The Milky Way Drive-In is a new outdoor movie theater at Ballpark Commons in Franklin, Wisconsin. We offer a classic drive-in movie-going experience. Tickets are $35 per vehicle, and we can accommodate 150 vehicles at the drive-in. Our screen technology allows us to play movies during the […]
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 Greatest Showman" is a bold and original musical that celebrates the birth of show business and the sense of wonder we feel when dreams come to life. Inspired by the ambition and imagination of P.T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman tells the story of a visionary who rose from nothing to create a mesmerizing spectacle […]
The Wizard of Oz at the Oconomowoc Arts Center / Neudecker Main Stage 641 East Forest Street Oconomowoc WI 53066 7pm Friday & Saturday, July 19 & 20 & 2pm Saturday & Sunday, July 20 & 21 The beloved Frank Baum classic, The Wizard of Oz, promises to transport audiences to the magical land of Oz, […]
JULY 19-28 Fri. 7:00, Sat. (2:00), 7:00, Sun. 4:00 W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc WI Due to language and subject matter, this show may not be suitable for audiences under age 13. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
Saturday, July 20th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park 1500 E Park Pl Milwaukee WI This beginner level paddle will be hosted on the Milwaukee River under the gorgeous Full Buck Moon. Join us as we canoe through downtown and try to spot the full moon rising! Please note: Dates […]
If you come to see ComedySportz, you'll see one Referee and two teams of Players, one red and one blue--competing against each other in improv games based on the suggestions of the fans watching the match! There are seven to ten games per match, with the occasional willing volunteer (kid or adult!) joining us up […]
Saturday Evenings / Movie begins at Dusk The AMP at Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Greenfield WI The Movies in the Park is held on various Saturdays throughout the summer. The Family-Friendly movies will begin at dusk and is great fun for all ages. 2024 Scheduled (Subject to Change): June 8th: The Super Mario […]
Spring Candlelight Hike: Saturday, May 4 from 8:00 - 10:00pm Listen to the springtime night sounds as you enjoy a self-guided walk on torch-lit trails. After your hike, enjoy entertainment and activities for all ages around the campfire. Start and finish at the indoor shelter above parking lot P7. Summer Candlelight Hike: Saturday, July 20 from […]
Beer gardens are a tradition brought to Wisconsin by German brewers in the 1850s - they’re outdoor areas where beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by trees. The Traveling Beer Garden tours transform parks into temporary beer gardens May through September, for about two weeks at a time. Restored fire trucks […]
Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 9 am-Noon Fondy Market 2200 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI 2024 Market Season: EARLY SEASON Saturdays May 11th - June 29th from 9:00am to 12:00pm REGULAR SEASON Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays July 6th - October 31st from 7:00am to 2:00pm LATE SEASON Saturdays November 2nd-16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please […]
You're invited to a fun-filled Sunday morning for the WHOLE family. Think open play...on steroids! We will blow up our toddler bounce house to get that little extra energy out! Bounce and play on a rare Sunday morning free play at Little Sprouts. It wouldn't be a Sunday morning Little Sprouts event without Monster Donuts and a donut […]
Partly inspired by Diary of a Wimpy Kid, partly inspired by our own parent desire for more morning dates - our Sunday 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 […]
JUNE 2-30, JULY 21-28, AUGUST 4-25, SEPTEMBER 8-29, 2024 9 am – 1 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: (Shop Local MKE!)
Discovery World 500 N Harbor Dr Milwaukee WI July 20-28 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Dive into an extraordinary underwater adventure as Discovery World proudly presents Shark Days, a week-long celebration of our saltwater species! Get ready to explore the fascinating saltwater worlds in Discovery World. Get up close and personal while learning about […]
It's time for the Greenfield Farmers Market! Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Greenfield WI Every Sunday from May-October 10 am - 2 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 Picnic Time MKE!)
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Regular Season will kick off on Saturdays only, starting April 13th. Sunday trains will be added on the first weekend in May, and Friday trains will be added on June 7th. All aboard […]
Riverwest Market Our mission is to make fresh, naturally grown, local food accessible to all. On any given Sunday, you can expect to find a plethora of seasonal fruits and vegetables, local honey and eggs, freshly made bread, sweet bakery items, hand crafted body care items, and heaping bouquets of flowers. Please note: Dates and […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing Adults: 2 free entires […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sunday, July 14 through Sunday, July 21 For all ages and Free! All week, Havenwoods will have extended hours for our community to enjoy adventure, recreation and relaxation. Join us for daytime and evening programs every day. You’ll be able to learn, hike, walk, bike and connect with neighbors while enjoying a restorative breath of […]
SUMMER HOURS Saturday: 9 am- 1 pm & Sunday: 11 am- 3 pm Maker Studio - an inspiring art studio for kids & adults with weekly rotating projects Ignite your creativity with every visit. Enjoy projects in every art media imaginable with ease and encouragement. Studio guides will answer questions, provide technique demonstrations, & give […]
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