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.
Join us at your local Fleet Farm for Pumpkin Decorating on September 28th from 9AM - 1PM! This event is FREE at all Fleet Farm locations. Milwaukee area locations include Germantown, Oconomowoc, Muskego, and West Bend. We'll have pumpkins, paint, markers and stickers ready for you and your family to decorate your pumpkin however […]
Hello Saturday! Milwaukee Ballet Storytime Kick off the weekend with a smile! Dancers from the Milwaukee Ballet will be at the library to read a story and teach some basic dance moves. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
Come learn to cook delicious healthy food, right from the garden! We'll bring whatever we have harvested from the Children's plot at Alice's Garden that week and learn to make something yummy together. All ages welcome -- children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Join us for Falls Harvest Festival on September 28th at Mill Pond Park in Menomonee Falls! This is a FREE family friendly event to enjoy:-Live Music-Vendor Marketplace-Food Trucks-Entertainment-Wagon Rides-Concert from 5pm-7pm by Cream City Hot Club
Enjoy a special party all about everyone's favorite blue heeler. Bluey will be there for pictures and meet and greet! This event is geared for ages 3-7, but all are welcome!
Girls in Aviation Day Milwaukee Mitchell Airport 5300 S Howell Avenue Milwaukee WI Saturday, September 28 from 1-4 pm Admission: FREE (girls ages 12-18) Girls in Aviation Day is an event that happens around the world in September, and there’s an annual event at the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport put on by the Women […]
Join us for an afternoon of book-themed activities including games, scavenger hunt, delicious snacks, and plenty of surprises. Everyone is invited, so don’t miss out on the fun! 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 […]
September 28th from 6:00pm - 7:00pm Dive into the world of science and creativity with our DIY Lava Lamp class! This fun and engaging workshop will guide participants through the process of creating their very own lava lamps. Perfect for kiddos 4+ , this hands-on class combines art, chemistry, and a touch of magic to […]
Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 10:00am – 4:00 pm LOCATION: Jewish Museum Milwaukee 1360 N Prospect Avenue Milwaukee WI Ever walk past a unique building in Milwaukee and wonder what’s inside? That’s the idea behind the 13th annual Doors Open taking place throughout the city this year. Take self-guided tours of buildings, homes and monuments […]
Join us for Fall Fest on September 29th at 11am at Redeemer United Church of Christ in Sussex/Menomonee Falls. There will be food, games, a bounce house, and more fun for the whole family! This event is FREE. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled/rescheduled, or business […]
Come join us for a hopping good time at our in-person paint party celebration! Let your creativity run wild as you paint your very own bunny masterpiece. No experience necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and we'll provide all the supplies you need. Date: September 29th Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location: 5706 N Centerpark […]
Join us for the upcoming virtual Positive Parenting Program for parents/caregivers of children 0-12! Attendance at all sessions is NOT required. Join us for one, two or all four sessions from the comfort of your own home over Zoom. This series will be offered in the morning as well as the evening to accommodate all […]
September 23 at 4:45 pm at Beulah Brinton Community Center (ages: 7-11) September 27 at 10:30 am at the Tippecanoe Library (ages: 7 and under) October 12 at 10:00 am at the Tippecanoe Library (ages: 7 and under) Kids of all ages are invited to practice alongside their adult in this class centered on connecting […]
Calling all Master Builders! Join us for an evening of chicken and brickin' at our Father/Son LEGO Night at Chick-Fil-A in Menomonee Falls. After ordering and enjoying dinner (included in your registration fee) you are welcome to build your LEGO kit. We have space for 10 builder pairs per each time slot, so we encourage […]
Aaron Boyd, author of Giving Good at Boswell on Thursday October 3 at 6:30 pm Boswell hosts beloved Milwaukee illustrator Aaron Boyd for a launch day celebration of his first book as an author/illustrator. Giving Good is Boyd’s heartfelt ode to the love that a father shares with son that keeps them both warm inside and […]
Join us for a beautiful day on the banks of the Milwaukee River. Enjoy the fall colors, salmon running up river, migrating birds, great food, music, and these fun activities: Discover fun activities for kids including face painting, bee house making, sidewalk chalk art, and painting free birdhouses, pumpkins, and gourds See huge salmon swimming […]
Saturday, October 5th, 2024 from 11:00am - 3:00pm GROHMANN MUSEUM, 1000 N BROADWAY, MILWAUKEE, WI 53202 Lost Arts Festival, a celebration of our working past, returns to the Grohmann Museum on Saturday, October 5, 2024. The event will celebrate the activities and ways of work captured in the paintings and bronzes in the Museum’s permanent […]
Join us for a fun-filled celebration at Just Kiln' Time Pottery in downtown Menomonee Falls! Activities include pottery painting, special birthday discounts, free snacks and drinks, giveaways and prizes, and live demonstrations from local artists! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change as occasionally events may be cancelled/rescheduled, or business may close […]
Visit Downtown Port Washington for the FALL CELEBRATION you won't want to miss, as we close down Historic Franklin Street for live band stages, car show, vintage motorcycle show, Farmers Market, artisan vendors, food & drink booths, Family Fun Zone with pumpkin and gourd decorating, face painting, games, animal rescues, bounce house, and more! It's […]
Dates: Friday, October 4 & Saturday, October 5 Where: Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center: 1130 N 60th St Milwaukee WI Milwaukee Recreation is thrilled to celebrate Halloween Glen for its 31st year! A spectacular event is on tap this fall, as we roll out this year's exciting theme - "Halloween Glen: Myths & Mysteries." Seek unknown truths […]
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Join us for Festivals of Cedarburg's Oktoberfest! Get out your lederhosen and dirndls for this fun-filled FREE weekend. Enjoy the makers market, food court, traditional German food and beer, vintage steins for sale, live Glockenspiel Show (Cuckoo Clock), German music and dancing! Fore more information, click here!
Oktoberfest 2024 in Heidelberg Park at the Bavarian Bierhaus will celebrate over 60 years of great music, great beer, great food and now open FRIDAY-SUNDAY. There is free parking, a midway for kids on Friday and Saturdays, and plenty of tables to make Oktoberfest at Heidelberg Park a fun place to be! Food: Traditional […]
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 8:00pm The Pabst Theater 144 E Wells St Milwaukee WI Watch closely as you experience things that just can't be done... or can they? Masters of Illusion keeps audiences on the edge of their seats and laughing out loud with jaw-dropping grand illusions and hysterical comedy magic! The world's greatest […]
Join us for pumpkin carving at the Brown Deer Public Library! We'll supply the pumpkins and carving supplies, you bring your creativity. Registration is required, and space is limited. You can register by calling us at 414-357-0106 or by stopping by the Reference Desk.
Dress in your Halloween best! Bring your treat bag and get ready to Trick-or-Treat in Downtown West Bend. Free kids activities, music, and more! 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 event website […]
Kids grow fast. At JBF Germantown / Port Washington, you get WAY MORE for LESS. This is one pop-up sale you CANNOT afford to miss! Here’s how it works… Local families sell things their children have outgrown or outloved. Other local families are able to shop THOUSANDS of items at 50-90% less than retail. […]
Drive up to Hartford and experience our local businesses, delight in live music, shop artists & crafters, enjoy a variety of food & beverages, involve the kids in art activities, cheer on decorated pumpkins racing the Rubicon, and live STEAMROLLER ART!
Fall Into Grafton is a FREE family event held at Paramount Plaza between Bridge and Beech Street in downtown Grafton. Fall Into Grafton features children's activities, mini golf, the annual pumpkin derby, live entertainment, and much more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business […]
Annual Harvest Festival at Milwaukee Public Market Riverwalk Commons 423 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 October 12, 2024, 11 am - 4 pm Admission: FREE This annual festival is a celebration of the public market’s anniversary. It is a free event that is fun for the whole family with food, music, and autumn inspired […]
Get ready to unleash your creativity at the Bat Paint Party - a night of painting, music, and fun with friends! Welcome to the Bat Paint Party! Come join us for a spooktacular evening of painting fun at 5706 N Centerpark Way. Get ready to unleash your creativity and paint your own batty masterpiece! No […]
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 […]
Our annual Pumpkin Decorating Brunch celebrates one of our favorite times of year in the best way! Perfect for even the littlest of ghouls. This event is toddler friendly. Bring your family for some scare-free fun to celebrate Halloween! What's Included: Let your child pick a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch to decorate. We'll have […]
Join us for a magical evening of painting Harry Potter themed masterpieces with fellow fans! Welcome to the Harry Potter Paint Party! Come join us at 5706 N Centerpark Way for a magical evening of painting and fun inspired by the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Grab your paintbrushes and unleash your inner artist as we […]
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 […]
Oct 12 / Saturday from 12:30pm - 3:30pm Oct 12 / Saturday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm Oct 13 / Sunday from 2:30pm - 5:30pm Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow Party is coming to Fiserv Forum for the first time on Saturday, […]
Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:30pm and 7:30pm The Pabst Theater 144 E Wells St Milwaukee WI Experience Jim Henson’s original masterpiece Labyrinth like never before with “Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert!” Watch the full movie, as a live band performs in sync with David Bowie’s original vocals, playing the songs and score composed by […]
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 […]
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 · 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 […]
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 […]
The Hollow at Phantom Lake Oct 11-13, Oct 17-20 from 6:00 pm – 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-o’-lanterns. This outdoor, family-friendly evening under the stars is sure to become a yearly […]
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