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.
Saturday, May 18th from 10:00am - 12:00pm at Kylie’s Cub Air Flight at the Hartford Municipal Airport 4200 Airport Drive Hartford WI 53027 Come join us at the Hartford WI municipal airport on Saturday May 18th from 10:00-12:00 for our free annual Girls Can Fly day. A light luncheon will be provided from 12:00-12:30. The […]
Join the West Allis Police Department at the Spring Community Clean Up on Saturday, May 18 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at the West Allis Police Satellite Station located at 6900 W National Ave West Allis WI. Light breakfast will be provided. The West Allis Police Department is looking for volunteers to help clean up our […]
Come join us at Still Waters Church in Jackson for our 2nd annual FREE Spring into Fun event for guests with disabilities and their friends and family. Drop in during the event to enjoy a nature-inspired craft, fun lawn games, backyard cookout-inspired food, and more! Help us plan for enough food and supplies by RSVPing […]
Saturday, May 18 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm FREE Admission! FREE Indoor Games & Activities! FREE Hourly Visa Gift Card Drawings! FREE Educational Seminars! FREE Health Screenings! Variety of Exhibitors! For grandparents, adult children and grandchildren. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
‘Big Truck Day’ Rolls Into Red Arrow Park May 18, 2024 (Free!) from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Celebrate National Public Works Week with a fleet of the City's big rigs parked around Red Arrow Park. Kids will enjoy a unique opportunity to explore various trucks and meet the people who operate them! New this […]
Saturday, May 18th from 5:00pm -8:00 pm for Ages 1-12 West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children while you are enjoying yourself - kid free! […]
Over the course of the day, Green Bay star Running Back, A.J. Dillon and our coaches will provide your child with valuable football knowledge and hands-on instruction in a fun, high-energy, positive environment. Camp activities will include lectures, fundamental skill stations, contests, and awards. All campers will be grouped according to age to ensure proper […]
MAY 16 - 19, 2024 at the Pabst Theater Thursday, May 16 at 7:30pm / Friday, May 17 at 7:30pm / Saturday, May 18 at 7:30pm / Sunday, May 19 at 1:30pm Experience ballet at its most modern in MKE MIX, our new contemporary triple-bill series at the historic Pabst Theater. In three creative pieces, […]
Kevin Henkes and Laura Dornzek, author and illustrator of Finding Things at Boswell on Sunday, May 19, 4 pm Boswell welcomes Wisconsin’s beloved, bestselling, and award-winning husband-and-wife team Kevin Henkes and Laura Dronzek for an afternoon event featuring their latest picture book, Finding Things. In this child-centered, cozy, and conceptually rich picture book, they explore storytelling, connections, […]
May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS. The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]
Spend the afternoon on the banks of Wells Lake in Ridge Run Park in West Bend with a pole in your hand and hopefully a few bites on your line! Learn how to tie on a hook, bait your hook, and safely cast your line into the water. We will try to catch and identify […]
April 24th & May 8th & May 22nd from 11:00am-12:00pm at Bayview Community Center 1320 E Okalahoma Ave Millwaukee WI No advance registration is required to attend Family Mindfulness – please join us for any session! Family Mindfulness sessions are held at BVCC twice per month, on Wednesdays from 11:00am-12:00pm. Join Miss Holly for this free, drop-in […]
The best gift for Mothers Day is quality time. Join us for an evening full of fresh flowers, fresh mimosas, and friendly banter. You'll both go home with a gorgeous warm tone arrangement designed in a sweet pale pink vase. Classes take place on the second level of the Menomonee Falls studio. Hope […]
Thursday, May 23rd from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at the Cudahy Family Library 3500 Library Dr Cudahy WI Join us for a full moon period party for preteens to learn more about your period and how to deal with it! This event is for youth (grades 5 to 8) who have periods. Learn about menstrual cycle […]
FRIDAY, MAY 24 at 11 AM in Veterans Park Milwaukee Never Forget our fallen brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. We will be placing 27,316 flags this year representing Wisconsin’s killed in action from the Civil War through the present. With your help and the help of hundreds of […]
It's May Family Night Out Time! Friday, May 24th: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Our ever-popular Family Night Out events are back and better than ever! Join us on May 24th from 6:30pm-7:30pm for a night full of swimming! Tickets are FREE for current members and $5/child for nonmembers. We will begin to accept RSVPs at 8:00am […]
Birding event: Wisconsin Metro Audubon Society MAY 25, 2024 at 8:00 am Come on a bird walk through our historic cemetery with Wisconsin Metro Audubon Society. It's free - for all levels of bird enthusiasts! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Join us for a weekend of military tribute and community celebration, presented by the Village of Menomonee Falls. Falls Memorial Fest kicks off on Saturday May 25th with a 5K run at Mill Pond Park, which is organized by Operation Finally Home WI (8am). Village Park will be the host to a car show (10am-4pm), […]
Sunday Funday at St. Francis Children's Center is a safe in-door play space for families of children with special needs! Siblings that are older than 6 years old are welcome and encouraged to come and play with their sibling and make new friends too. This is lovely open space for families to feel at home […]
The Menomonee Falls Memorial Day Parade is held on Memorial Day at 10:00 am and starts on Main Street at Harrison Avenue, traveling to downtown Menomonee Falls and continues west on Main Street, turning north on Grand Avenue and ending at the Neu’s Building Center parking lot. This parade is coordinated by the Knights of Columbus.
Date: May 27, 2024, 11 am Locale: Armory Park Details: We welcome the community to join us for Whitefish Bay’s Memorial Day Ceremony. The Veterans Monument and Memorial Garden at Armory Park honors the rich history of men and women who served and fought valiantly for our nation. Located on the original site of Whitefish […]
Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 2 to 5 years old. These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play. Adults are encouraged to play along with their little explorers as well. Little siblings (0-1) are welcome to tag […]
Best Friend Fridays at St Francis Children's Center is a safe in-door place space for your children with special/support needs to participate in art activities, and open play afterwards. Fridays at St Francis Children's Center is our intentionally and socially safe and open space for all to make those connections/future playdates for your children and […]
May 31st at Kenosha Public Library (Southwest Branch)6:45 pm Southwest Neighborhood Library | Kenosha Public Library 7979 38th Ave Kenosha WIFree Family Concert from 6:45 pm to 7:45 pmPlease note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details: (Fox and Branch) […]
This summer, Moms Mental Health Initiative is bringing together the community at our Summer Social. This fundraising event unites us in celebration of the strength of our participants and the immeasurable power of togetherness. One in five moms experiences a perinatal mental health condition, like postpartum depression. On June 1, 2024 at Jacobus […]
Milwaukee Highland Games Saturday June 1 2024 CROATIAN PARK – 9100 S 76th Street Franklin WI Highland Games 2024 Spectacular Bagpipe Bands Great Scottish Food Beautiful Highland Dancing See Working Sheepdogs in Action Watch Unique Athletic Events Sing & Dance at the Ceilidh Children’s area mini Highland Games Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
The summer kickoff event will feature artist vendors, vibrant performing arts from local and regional dance groups, eclectic music, street food, and family-fun art activities. We will be closing down Historic Franklin Street for this street festival and inviting businesses out on the street for food, drink, and wares. Celebrate summer with us in an […]
June 1st at 3:00 pm Come cheer on the Milwaukee Monarchs as they welcome the Portland Rising in this regular season finale of professional women's ultimate frisbee in the Premier Ultimate League. In addition to the game, there will be food and beverage vendors, face-painting, a bounce-house, giveaways and more! Please note: Dates and […]
Festa Italiana | May 31 - June 2, 2024 Friday May 31st | 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturday June 1st | 11:00am - 11:00pm | Sunday June 2nd | 12:00pm - 9:00pm Festa Italiana's "Little Italy on the Lakefront" will feature Festa favorites including the Cucina Showcase, Heritage/Cultural Exhibit, Italian Idol, Fireworks, Bocce Tournament, Mass, Entertainment, and […]
MAY 10 – JUNE 2, 2024 ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND A Create Your Own Adventure Play Callaway Brown - an unlikely young hero - has been stranded on a desert island, and it’s up to YOU to decide what happens next! In this interactive production, audience members vote on Callaway’s actions in an energetic romp […]
June 3 & 4 The FAMILY KITE FESTIVAL...is a FREE event, with plenty of FREE parking! 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 Kite Fest Time MKE!)
Wednesday June 5 from 7pm to 8:30pm 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. All ages and skating abilities are welcome. Public skating rules apply during these sessions. The cost is $12.00 per skater […]
Join us for a poolside social at Elite Brookfield’s outdoor pool. There is a kiddie pool/splash pad and playground fenced in, cabanas, and plenty of lawn chairs. Sip complimentary mimosas while your kids enjoy popsicles, bubbles, chalk, and fun. Light concessions will be available for purchase. Invite a mom friend - all moms are welcome! […]
Come out for this hiking treasure hunt! You will use a GPS unit to find your way to several hidden caches along the Riveredge trails. It’s a great way to bond as a family and learn essential navigational skills. GPS units will be provided by your adventure educator. Participants should be able to hike 2 […]
FRI, MARCH 8 at 6:30pm / FRI, APRIL 12 at 6:30pm / FRI, MAY 10 at 6:30pm / FRI, JUNE 7 at 6:30pm Arts@Large Café 1100 S 5th St Milwaukee WI 53204 This Open Jam removes the barrier between stage and audience. Anyone in the crowd can go from an audience member to the featured […]
Join us as we celebrate the start of summer! There will be bounce houses, glitter tattoo painting, balloon twisting, food, and more!
For one day each year, Riveredge becomes extra magical… and that day is Fairy Fest! We are celebrating the mythology, lore, and the flying beings that inhabit Riveredge. Robbie the Gnome, Bigfoot, fairies, minpins, and reedgivers; butterflies, dragonflies, fairy shrimp- let’s see who visits! Activities will include: – Storytelling – Making your own flower crowns, […]
Honk, Honk! Beep, Beep! Join us for The City of Glendale's 2024 Touch a Truck Event! Does your child show interest in BIG trucks and emergency response vehicles?!? Join us at this interactive family friendly event at Richard E. Masklowski Community Park in Glendale! * Saturday , June 8th 2024* 11:00 a.m. […]
Get ready for a great summer! During our FUN pre-camp meet & greet, we'll give tours of our camp areas and introduce you to the exciting things our campers will be doing. Our awesome camp staff will be ready to answer all your questions. We can't wait to meet you!
Saturday, June 8 from 1:30 pm — 2:30 pm at Pridefest Youth Area- Henry W Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) 200 N Harbor Dr Milw WI Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or […]
Milwaukee Water Lantern Festival at Veterans Park 1010 N Lincoln Memorial Dr Milwaukee, WI Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven't met […]
We're so excited for summer! Join us Sunday June 9th from 9:30am-12pm for a fun day to kick off summer break! Enjoy a popsicle, do a craft, and, of course, playtime. Bring your phone for pictures with our special guest in an exclusive meet and greet. Due to limited space, only 2 adults […]
June 10 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm at Sherman Phoenix 3536 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee, WI Father's Day Celebration Time! Join us as we celebrate the Men that make an impactful impression in our communities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Kick off your summer with Babbling Babes (BB) Moms Night Out at Cavelier Wine Bar in Port Washington! Join us for an evening of new connections and summer vibes at our exclusive Mom's Night Out at the newly opened lakeside BB Mom-owned wine bar, Cavelier Wine Bar. We’ll have the entire place just for us! Enjoy […]
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!
Explore Riveredge at a new elevation! Our Tree Climbing programs are meant for youth and adults, age 7 and above, with little to no tree climbing skills. Ascend ropes and explore the world way above your feet. We make it safe and easy! All equipment is supplied; all you need is loose clothing (T-shirt and […]
Bombshell Theatre Company Presents Disney's Frozen Junior June 11th - 13th 2024 at NEXT ACT THEATRE'S PERFORMANCE SPACE 255 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI Tue, June 11 at 7:00 pm Wed, June 12 at 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm Thu, June 13 at 7:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Join us for Movies in Firemen's Park (Germantown). This is a FREE event. SHOWING: The Super Mario Bros Movie Bring your chairs, blankets, and settle in for an evening of FREE entertainment. There will be delicious concessions available for purchase. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Special thanks to our Sponsor: Bank […]
June 15th at South Shore Farmer's Market South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Dr Milwaukee WI Free Family Concert from 10:00 am - 11:15 amPlease 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 Fox and Branch Time MKE!) […]
Stop by the Youth Services area to make a Card of Kindness for someone you love. We'll have a variety of supplies and some examples for inspiration. All ages. No registration required.
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