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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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Oak Creek Farmers Market

Drexel Town Square 361 W Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Cloud 9 Workshop Maker Studio Hours

Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$15 – $30

Dog Days at Drexel Town Square Oak Creek

Drexel Town Square 361 W Town Square Way, Oak Creek, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Discovery World 2024 Events

Shark Days at Discovery World

Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$24

Guided Hike at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee

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

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 […]

Free

Saturday Storytime at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Regner Fest in West Bend

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

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. 

Free

Menomonee Falls Lavender Fest

Village Park Menomonee Falls N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

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

Free Day At The Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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, […]

Free

Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

Kids Empire Glendale 5794 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, Wisconsin, United States

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 […]

$23
Event Series Franklin WI 2024 Events

Croatian Fest at Croatian Park in Franklin

Croatian Park 9100 S 76th Street, Franklin, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Waukesha County Fair

Waukesha County Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd,, Waukesha, WI, United States

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 […]

$9 – $95
Event Series Bristol Renaissance Faire

Bristol Renaissance Faire

Bristol Renaissance Faire 12550 120th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

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 […]

$40 – $55

July Programming at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Waukesha

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

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 - […]

$5

Peppa Pig Live! at BAYSHORE

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

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.

Free

Brady Street Festival on Milwaukee’s East Side

Brady St & Farwell Ave Milwaukee E. Brady St. & Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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: […]

Free

July Programming at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Waukesha

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

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 - […]

$5
Event Series 2024 Community Events

West Allis Farmers Market

Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

The Wizard of Oz at the Oconomowoc Arts Center

Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

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, […]

$35

Victory of the Lamb Block Party (Franklin)

Victory of the Lamb 11120 W. Loomis Rd., Franklin, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Country Fest at The Oasis

Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community Park

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) […]

Free

Movie Night At The Milky Way Drive In

Milky Way Drive-In Movie Theater 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Franklin, WI, United States

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 […]

$35
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
Event Series 2024 Family Movies

The Greatest Showman (2017) at the Times Cinema Milwaukee

Times Cinema 5906 W. VLIET ST, Milwaukee, WI, United States

"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 […]

$5
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

The Wizard of Oz at the Oconomowoc Arts Center

Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

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, […]

$35

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Box Theatre Co (Ages 13+) Oconomowoc

Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United States

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 […]

$22

Full Moon Canoe For Adults and Teens at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park

Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

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 […]

$20 – $25

ComedySportz Family-Friendly Comedy Match

ComedySportz 420 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$12
Event Series 2024 Family Movies

Saturday Evening Movies In The Park Greenfield

Konkel Park - Greenfield 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield

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 […]

Free

Candlelight Hike at Kohler Andrae State Park

Kohler-Andrae State Park 1020 Beach Park Ln, Sheboygan

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Fondy Farmers Market Milwaukee

Fondy Farmers Market 2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Cathedral Square Market Milwaukee

Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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!)

Free
Event Series Discovery World 2024 Events

Shark Days at Discovery World

Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$24

Greenfield Farmers Market at Konkel Park

Konkel Park - Greenfield 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield

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!)

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Riverwest Farmers Market Milwaukee

Riverwest Neighborhood Milwaukee E Center St & N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

Kids Empire Glendale 5794 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, Wisconsin, United States

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 […]

$23

Waukesha County Fair

Waukesha County Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd,, Waukesha, WI, United States

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 […]

$9 – $95
Event Series Bristol Renaissance Faire

Bristol Renaissance Faire

Bristol Renaissance Faire 12550 120th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

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 […]

$40 – $55
Event Series Havenwoods State Forest 2024

Summer Adventure Week at Havenwoods State Forest

Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Cloud 9 Workshop Maker Studio Hours

Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$15 – $30

The NeverEnding Story (1984) 40th Anniversary at Marcus Area Cinemas

Marcus Theatres WI, United States

July 21st & 22nd at various Marcus Cinemas around the area. Check Here for times and locations.  The NeverEnding Story tells the story of Bastian (Barret Oliver) who, on his way to school one day, ducks into a bookstore to avoid bullies. Sneaking away with a book called "The NeverEnding Story," Bastian begins reading it […]

$20 – $90

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