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.
Thursday, June 27 from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm A storytime + meet & greet with 2 of our favorite fairytale characters (pssst....it's Tiana and Moana!)! All Ages. No registration required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
Playtime at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Thursdays @ 9am & 3pm We offer FREE enrichment classes with the purchase of open play. Classes are led by our local educators and developed for kiddos between the ages of 6 months to 6 years. Our Little Artists class provides the […]
Produce, Organics, Arts and Crafts , Baked Goods, Sweet Treats, Live Music, Fun for the whole family! Thursday, MAY 30 through OCTOBER 3, 2024 Thursdays 3:00pm - 7:00pm with live music from 5pm - 7:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Enjoy music, food trucks and family-friendly fun in Sherman Park every Thursday evening from June 6 through September 26 from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm! A detailed schedule is on its way. Plan to attend and bring the whole family. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Summerfest® | June 20-22, June 27-29, and July 4-6, 2024 Thursdays & Fridays | 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturdays | 11:00am - 11:00pm Summerfest® presented by American Family Insurance is all about bringing you shows you’ll brag about and moments that you just can’t miss. More stages and picture-perfect spaces on the lakefront, one-of-a-kind sponsored giveaways, […]
Join us to experience Menomonee Falls' top free, family-friendly live music event -- the Falls Sunset Concert Series! Set in the scenic Village Park on the Milwaukee Tool Amphitheatre stage, right in Menomonee Falls Downtown, this series showcases a mix of local, regional, and national musical acts. Enjoy six concerts on the second and […]
Set in the scenic Village Park on the Milwaukee Tool Amphitheatre stage, right in Menomonee Falls Downtown, this series showcases a mix of local, regional, and national musical acts. Enjoy six concerts on the second and fourth Thursdays of June, July, and August. The Beer Garden opens at 5:30 pm, featuring a selection of […]
INSIDE OUT 2 FAMILY / COMEDY | PG | 100M Teenager Riley''s mind headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it […]
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 […]
Best Friend Fridays at St Francis Children's Center is a safe in-door space for your children with special/support needs to participate in art activities, and open play afterwards. Best Friend Fridays is one of our intentional days for parents/guardians to create playdates for their children with like-minded families. Fridays at St Francis Children's Center is […]
Special Event: Reptile Roundup! Friday June 28: Delafield at 9 - 12pm & Elm Grove at 2:30pm - 5:30pm We are inviting WPS Reptiles back to join us for this very special open play and he’s bringing the reptiles again! In addition to 3 hours of playtime, your little one (and you!) will get to […]
Fridays, June 7 - August 2 from 10-10:30am Ages 0 - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
May 30th, June 11th, June 28th and July 2nd / All Ages Community Play Group at Creative Chaos Studio Our community play group is not a structured class, but rather a time for caregivers to socialize, little artists to spend time creating a themed art project and playing in our sensory area. Now enrolling: May […]
June 28th from 10am - 12pm at Washington Park 1859 N 40th St Area #7 Milwaukee, WI Connect, Play, Learn, and Grow with the Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Team. Infants and toddlers and their families are invited to join us for interactive activities geared toward special education. This activity will promote the children's development […]
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 […]
Join us for stories, songs, and open-ended art. Smocks or clothes that can get messy are recommended. This is geared towards children ages 5 and younger and their caregivers. Please check the Library website for additional information and cancellations.
Join us every Friday for our Family Friday Open Gyms! Children will be able to get all of their energy out just before lunch and nap time! Bounce on our trampolines, swing, climb, and run around for an hour and a half of FUN! Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. Please note: Dates and […]
We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming event, “Mornings at Margie’s,” co-hosted by MKE with Kids and Margie’s Smile. This special event will take place on Friday, June 28th, from 10:30am to Noon at the beautiful Boerner Botanical Gardens (9400 Boerner Dr in Hales Corners). Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
Playtime at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Fridays at 1pm We offer FREE enrichment classes with the purchase of open play. Classes are led by our local educators and developed for kiddos between the ages of 6 months to 6 years. Get ready to dance, sing, and move! This […]
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!)
After a quick tour of the Sturgeon Streamside Rearing Facility, we’ll hop on inner tubes and float down the Milwaukee River. Along the way, we’ll discover the diversity of living things that make their home in the river. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing that can get wet. Bring a lifejacket and an inner tube if […]
We're thrilled to have Alex from Neighbor Art Studio hosting a special pop-up series in our cafe this summer. Join us for a drop-off event featuring art in a playful environment. We'll explore different projects in each class - kids will go home with their independent creations. What’s included in the workshop ticket? Admission […]
Special Event: Reptile Roundup! Friday June 28: Delafield at 9 - 12pm & Elm Grove at 2:30pm - 5:30pm We are inviting WPS Reptiles back to join us for this very special open play and he’s bringing the reptiles again! In addition to 3 hours of playtime, your little one (and you!) will get to […]
FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - Father's Day! St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, June 28th for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is Father's Day! All Father's this night (6/28 only) swim FREE! - $5 per […]
Mosaic Creative Studios' June Summer Camp Productions at Catholic Memorial High School 601 E College Ave Waukesha WI on Friday June 28, 2024 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Don’t Miss our June Students Performances! Held at Catholic Memorial High School! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Summerfest® | June 20-22, June 27-29, and July 4-6, 2024 Thursdays & Fridays | 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturdays | 11:00am - 11:00pm Summerfest® presented by American Family Insurance is all about bringing you shows you’ll brag about and moments that you just can’t miss. More stages and picture-perfect spaces on the lakefront, one-of-a-kind sponsored giveaways, […]
Free music in the summer air at BAYSHORE? It’s sure to strike a chord! BAYSHORE is thrilled to present the fifth annual Sounds of Summer Concert Series presented by OnMilwaukee and 96.5 WKLH. Every Friday until Aug. 23, guests can enjoy free, lively entertainment in The Yard, a large, open-air community space located in […]
Starry Nights at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI June 28 - August 9 / Starts at 6:30 pm Gather your family and friends, pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find your perfect spot in the Wilson Center's beautiful Gerlach/Haack Outdoor Theater! One of […]
Join us for an unforgettable experience at the ballpark as the DockHounds take on the Lincoln Saltdogs during our Classic Movies Weekend! From June 28th to June 30th, you will enjoy America's favorite pastime and relive some of the most iconic moments from Jurassic Park, Star Wars, and Karate Kid! This special weekend is perfect […]
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. […]
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 […]
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT! Summer Movie in the Martin Drive Neighborhood Milwaukee Movies Start At Dusk The west side neighborhood association holds its screenings in the neighborhood's Community Gardens, 1345 N 46th St. Info: martin-drive.org. June 21: “The Bad Guys” June 28: “Mary Poppins Returns” Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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 […]
We are open from 7:30 - noon every Saturday Morning from May 4th through October 26th. The farmers market sets up in the front parking lot of Brookfield Central High School, 16900 W Gebhardt Road. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 8am-noon The Tosa Farmers Market is a local not-for-profit organization that carefully curates the best, freshest foods in the region, but it’s more than that. It’s a community hub for foodies, cyclists, coffee-lovers, music fans, yogis, kids — and all their neighbors. Power of Produce (POP) […]
South Shore Park 2900 South Shore Drive Milwaukee WI The best of local in the best of locale. Nearly 25 years celebrating farm fresh and local food along the shores of Lake Michigan at the South Shore Park in Bay View, Milwaukee. JUNE 15 through OCTOBER 26, 2024 Saturdays 8:00am to Noon Please note: Dates […]
8am - Noon Every Saturday from May through last weekend in October 15055 W National Avenue in the City Center On the comer of Michelle Witmer Memorial Drive 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 Family […]
The Waukesha Farmers’ Market is an open-air, producer-only public market that operates every Saturday, May through October 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 Family Farmers Market Time MKE!)
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 […]
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 […]
Saturday May 18 from 10am – 4pm Bring the whole family to enjoy a Zoorific Saturday! Enhance your Zoo experience with fun crafts, exciting games, and more hands-on activities all day long. Stop by stations with Zoo staff ready to educate guests about our amazing animals and their wild counterparts. Endangered Species Day Saturday May […]
Hello Milwaukee! The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is returning to Mayfair Mall on Saturday, 6/29! Come say hello to us near Barnes & Noble between 10am-7pm and pick up some supercute treats & merch, while supplies last! See you there! Milwaukee: THIS Saturday June 28 from 10 am to 7 pm at Mayfair 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 […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/5 at 11:00am - Satelix Wednesday 6/5 at 1:00pm - Red-Eye to the Stars Wednesday 6/12 at 11:00am - Secret of the Cardboard Rocket Wednesday 6/12 at 1:00pm - Sky Wars: Battles of Discovery Wednesday 6/19 […]
Summerfest® | June 20-22, June 27-29, and July 4-6, 2024 Thursdays & Fridays | 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturdays | 11:00am - 11:00pm Summerfest® presented by American Family Insurance is all about bringing you shows you’ll brag about and moments that you just can’t miss. More stages and picture-perfect spaces on the lakefront, one-of-a-kind sponsored giveaways, […]
It's Cool! It's Free! It's Wisconsin in June! It's time for the Waterford Balloonfest! June 29, 2024 at Waterford Town Park This festival truly celebrates the joys of flying, featuring an eclectic mix of hot air balloons, live music, delicious food and drinks, and local vendors. This event goes from Sunrise to Sunset with the […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. April 2024 SAT April 13 from 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm FRI April 19 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT April 20 from 1:15 pm - 3:15 pm May 2024 FRI May 3 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT May 4 […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/5 at 11:00am - Satelix Wednesday 6/5 at 1:00pm - Red-Eye to the Stars Wednesday 6/12 at 11:00am - Secret of the Cardboard Rocket Wednesday 6/12 at 1:00pm - Sky Wars: Battles of Discovery Wednesday 6/19 […]
Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]
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