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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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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

Family Flicks: Wish

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Come join us for FREE summer fun with BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks movie nights presented by Shorewest Realtors – Northshore Office and St. Francis Children’s Center! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]

Free

SpongeBob the Musical – Youth Edition at North Middle School Menomonee Falls

North Middle School N88W16801 Main Street, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

Come on and all to this family friendly and FREE performance of SpongeBob the Musical - youth edition. This one hour version of the Tony Award winning Broadway hit is sure to entertain children of all ages. Join SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, Mr. Krabs, Pearl, Plankton, Karen, Squidward and all their under the sea friends. Two […]

Free

Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids in West Bend

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

Worth the drive! Get ready for the ultimate outdoor obstacle course—equipped with mud pits, climbing and crawling elements, and a water slide! The Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids™ is designed for youth ages 4–15. The course length is adjusted for each age group. Each participant will receive an event packet with a custom headband, […]

$45

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

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
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

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

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
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

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

Edelweiss Kiddie Cruise in Downtown Milwaukee

Edelweiss Cruise Main Dock 205 W Highland Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$75 – $150

National Ice Cream Day Paint Party at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space

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

Welcome to the National Ice Cream Day Paint Party! Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and sweetness at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space. Get ready to unleash your inner artist while indulging in delicious ice cream treats. No experience is necessary - your canvas will be pre-sketched and our wonderful Artists will be there to assist […]

$30

Shakespeare in the City at Lincoln Park Milwaukee

Lincoln Park 1301 W. Hampton Ave., Glendale, WI, United States

Join us in Lincoln Park for 4 great plays. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and some beverages. 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 Shakespeare in the Park Time MKE!)

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

Bee Hike at Lakeshore State Park

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

July 21: Bee Hunt Hike, 3:30-4:30 PM Now that summer is in full swing, you may have noticed there are a lot more bees outside! Did you know that for most species, only queen bumblebees hibernate and survive over the winter? In the spring, they emerge and lay eggs to hatch new worker bees, or […]

Free

Free Family Pool Party at Cedarburg Community Pool

Cedarburg Community Pool W67N851 Evergreen Blvd, Cedarburg, Wisconsin

Whether you swim or just take in the fresh air and positive community, everyone is invited out to the Cedarburg Pool for a free community event sponsored by Christ Church Kids, Youth, and Family Ministries. Come enjoy the summer sun and have a chance to meet new people. Children 5th grade and under must attend […]

Free

Washington County Fair

Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center 3000 County Hwy PV, West Bend, WI, United States

There's nothing like a mid-summer county fair. Join us July 23-July 28 for carnival rides, fun games, live music, great food, farm animals, and more! Parking is FREE.   TICKET SALES Ages 0 – 6 FreeYouth ages 7-12 $5.00Season Pass – Youth $15.00General Admission $15.00Season Pass – Adult $35.00Seniors $5.00   Please click here for all […]

$15

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

Family Flicks: Migration

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Come join us for FREE summer fun with BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks movie nights presented by Shorewest Realtors – Northshore Office and St. Francis Children’s Center! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]

Free

“Cookies In July” Cookie Decorating Workshop at BOARD Together in Muskego (Ages 12+)

BOARD Together W137S6360 W Janesville Road, Muskego, WI, United States

Join us as we learn the art of COOKIE DECORATING from Crystal- Owner of Zia's Sweets During this beginner class - guests will learn about frosting, tools, and techniques to make your own beautiful cookies. Each guest will have time to create several cookies to take home after class. Min age: 12 yrs old Please […]

$58
Event Series 2024 Milwaukee Domes Events

Discount Days At The Mitchell Park Domes

The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

County Parks Announces 2024 Discount Days for Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Hours of Operation:  Mitchell Park Domes Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays - 9:00am - 5:00pm  Saturdays & Sundays - 9:00am - 4:00pm  Closed on Tuesdays WHEN: The last Thursday of each month, starting on April 25th Milwaukee County Parks is offering […]

$5

Family Fun – Pirate Party at Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11)

Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United States

July 25 from 1:30-2:30pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI  Gather the family for an afternoon of adventure and fun! Explore a new theme each week to inspire creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. This program is geared toward children 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome). No registration is required. Please […]

Free

Family Fun Carnival in Germantown

Firemen's Park W162N11870 Park Ave, Germantown, WI, United States

Bring the family out to Firemen's Park in Germantown for some Big Top fun! You are sure to find something for everyone to enjoy as we partner with Taste of Germantown. We will have all the best carnival style games, the coolest inflatables, carnival style prizes, music, and more!   Each activity cost 50 cents. […]

Back to School Playground Games Night with Sunbeam Kids at Marx Park Brookfield

07/25/2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Marx Park: 700 S. Barker Road, Brookfield, WI 53045 Back to School Playground Games Night for Fostering Community Fostering Families is a local organization that supports families involved in fostering and adoption. There are more than 2,000 children in foster care in Milwaukee County. Fostering Families seeks to […]

Free
Event Series Pabst Theater 2024

Christian Yelich’s Charity Concert at the Pabst Theater

Pabst Theater 144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Christian Yelich's Charity Concert at the Pabst Theater Christian Yelich Is Hosting a Charity Concert With an Exciting Lineup:  The event will support veterans and the Milwaukee community. Milwaukee Brewers star Christian Yelich and his family will host an event this summer that will feature live music, a culinary experience, sponsor activations and special guests […]

$75 – $150

Family Night Open Swim at St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care

St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care 2801 E Morgan Ave, Milwaukee, United States

FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - 4th of July! St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, July 26th for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is 4th of July! - $5 per person - Kids 3 years and […]

$10 – $30

Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena Brookfield

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

Friday, July 26 from 8:30pm to 10pm 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 Friday, July 26, 2024, from 8:30 pm to 10 […]

$12

Harry Potter at the Ozaukee County Pioneer Village

Ozaukee County Pioneer Village 4880 Highway I, Saukville, Wisconsin

Are You Ready for This Adventure? Fans of Harry Potter and Escape Rooms will enjoy Returning to the Magic at the Harry Potter Festival on July 27 from 11-4. This year many of the buildings at Ozaukee County Pioneer Village (4880 Hwy. I, Saukville) will be transformed into 15 min. ‘escape rooms’ featuring easy, medium, […]

Free – $15

German Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park

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

German Fest July 26 - 28, 2024 “Get Your Deutsch On” at one of the largest, most authentic HAUS parties in North America! 5 stages of German music, food, Cultural Village, Glockenspiel, fireworks, Marktplatz, children’s activities, Model T and Volkswagen clubs, Sheepshead, Dachshund Derby, parades and more! Friday – Military Appreciation. Sunday – Family Day. Visit […]

$15

Milwaukee Monthly Family Magic and Variety Show at the Brumder Mansion (Ages 6+)

Brumder Mansion 3046 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Starting March 3rd and continuing on the Last Sunday of Every Month at 2pm Brumder Mansion 3046 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Bring the family and have some magical fun at The Brumder Mansion. Hosted by Magicians & Comedians Two Brothers One Mind and featuring a rotating cast of entertainers. Doors open 20 minutes before […]

$10 – $20

Beauty and the Beast Junior at the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center

South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center 901 15th Ave, South Milwaukee, WI, United States

Friday, July 26 at 7:00 pm Saturday, July 27 at 7:00 pm Sunday, July 28 at 2:00 pm Disney's Beauty and the Beast Junior presented by South Milwaukee Youth Theatre Senior Cast (ages 12-18)  Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, and the Academy […]

$10

Finding Nemo Jr by Forte Theatre Co at The Saber Center for the Performing Arts Franklin

Saber Center for the Performing Arts 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI, United States

July 26th at 7pm, July 27th at 7pm (pre-show dinner option at 6pm) and July 28th at 2pm Explore the big blue world with this brand new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film! Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. follows the story of Marlin and Nemo, as they each set off on an epic adventure […]

$15 – $30

Shakespeare In The State Parks: A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Havenwoods State Forest Milwaukee

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

June 21 & July 29 / Havenwoods State Forest / Workshop 5:30 | Show 7:00​ The Summit Players present their 2024 season: a brand-new production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream will visit 17 different Wisconsin State Parks this summer.  ​All shows and workshops are presented free of charge. Seating is general admission on a first come, […]

Free

Paws to Read at Good Hope Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch 7715 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesday, July 30 from 12-1 pm at Good Hope Library at 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Practice reading aloud and improve your fluency by sharing a story with a therapy dog. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

Free

Ozaukee County Fair

Firemen's Park - Cedarburg W65N796 Washington Ave, Cedarburg

One of the last FREE fairs in the Midwest!   Since 1859, the Ozaukee County Fair has been offering residents and visitors great traditional fair entertainment such as live music, truck & tractor pulls, a full midway, fireworks, demolition derbies, horse shows, contests, 4-H and livestock exhibitions & judging, kids entertainment, and more!   CLICK […]

Free

Family Flicks: The Little Mermaid (2023)

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Come join us for FREE summer fun with BAYSHORE’s Family Flicks movie nights presented by Shorewest Realtors – Northshore Office and St. Francis Children’s Center! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]

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

Moving to Mars at the UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium (Ages 5+)

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

July 12th, 19th, 26th & August 2nd from 7:00pm - 8:00pm at the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Explore the potential for life on the red planet and the obstacles we need to overcome to send humans to Mars in the 2040s. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

$6

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

Packers Family Night at Lambeau Field in Green Bay

Lambeau Field 1265 Lombardi Ave, Green Bay, United States

Okay...not quite in the Milwaukee area, but this event is worth the drive up to Green Bay!   This event serves as the introduction of the 2024 Green Bay Packers, in-person to a capacity crowd in Lambeau Field and on television to a state-wide audience. The format of the event will be a full practice, […]

Free – $10
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 Optimist Theatre 2024 Shows

Milwaukee’s First Shakespeare Festival at Forest Home Cemetery

Forest Home Cemetery and Arboretum 2405 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Forest Home Cemetery Milwaukee’s first Shakespeare Festival on Aug. 4 at Forest Home Cemetery 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 Shakespeare in the Park Time MKE!)

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

Lake Country DockHounds Olympics Weekend

Wisconsin Brewing Company Park 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

Get ready for an exhilarating Olympics Weekend as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks! From August 2nd through August 4th, come down to the stadium and experience the thrill of the game as these two teams battle it out on the field. It's the perfect way to combine your love of baseball and […]

$20 – $55

Exploring Lab at LIttle Sprouts Shorewood

Science plus preschoolers! This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. This program meets on the 1st Monday of each month this summer, and we'll combine age appropriate introductions to science with play time for your child. This program promotes critical thinking, communication skills, confidence building, and more! […]

$25

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