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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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Event Series Boswell Book Company 2024 Events

Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic (Author of Daphne Draws Data) at Boswell Book Company Milwaukee

Boswell Book Company 2559 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, author of Daphne Draws Data: A Storytelling with Data Adventure at Boswell on Wednesday, September 4 at 6:30 pm Boswell welcomes Milwaukee author Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic for an event featuring her new picture book, Daphne Draws Data, in which Daphne the dragon transforms numbers into stories, helping new friends solve their problems with […]

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 Events at the Urban Ecology Center

Weekly Early Morning Bird Walks at all Urban Ecology Center Locations

Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States +2 more

Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]

Free
Event Series Milwaukee Public Museum 2024 Events

Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Thank You Thursday

Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

FREE ADMISSION to the Milwaukee Public Museum! 2024 DATES AND TIMES from 10:00am to 5:00pm *Ticket will be accepted for entry anytime between 10:00am and 4:30pm. Visit length is not limited. January 4 February 1 March 7 April 4 May 2 June 6 August 1 September 5 October 3 November 7 December 5  FREE admission for Kohl's Thank You Thursdays. ALL visitors* (excluding […]

Free
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium & Dome Theater is now open! One Planetarium program is included with your Museum admission. At this time, programs cannot be reserved in advance and are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through September 30, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. T. REX Noon* Did an Asteroid […]

$6 – $10
Event Series Free Admission Day at Villa Terrace Milwaukee Lakefront

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

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 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 Community Events

South Milwaukee Downtown Market

South Milwaukee Downtown Market 1101 Milwaukee Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

Milwaukee’s Sherman Park Summer Music Series

Sherman Park Milwaukee 3000 N Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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. […]

Free
Event Series Oak Creek Library 2024 Events

Family Fun: Choose Your Own Adventure at Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11)

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

Family Fun: Choose Your Own Adventure at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI  Ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) Get ready for movement and books! There will be a course with options for physical obstacles, brain teasers, and book-related activities. You decide which stations will be a part of […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Movies

Movies In The Deer District Downtown Milwaukee

Deer District 1134 Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Aug 8 / Thursday 7:00pm - 10:00pm / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) Sep 5 / Thursday 7:00pm - 10:00pm / Trolls Band Together (PG)   Event Location: The Beer Garden 1133 N Old World 3rd St Milwaukee WI 53203 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

Free
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium & Dome Theater is now open! One Planetarium program is included with your Museum admission. At this time, programs cannot be reserved in advance and are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through September 30, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. T. REX Noon* Did an Asteroid […]

$6 – $10

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 Open Gym

Family Friday Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics

Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA

  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 […]

$8 – $10
Event Series Oktoberfest 2024

Oktoberfest 2024

Bavarian Bierhause

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 […]

Free – $10
Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

Art on the Plaza at the West Allis City Hall Centennial Plaza

West Allis City Hall 7525 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI, United States

Art on the Plaza: 5 to 8 pm on September 6. The city of West Allis invites the community to the City Hall Centennial Plaza for an evening of live music by Sweet Sheiks, art-making opportunities with artists onsite, craft beer, food trucks, and local art to purchase. 7525 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI Join […]

Free
Event Series Daytime Open Gym at LaFleur’s Gymnastics

Daytime Open Gym at LaFleur’s Gymnastics

LaFleur's Gymnastics W189N10991 Kleinmann Dr, Germantown, WI

Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! Walk-in and pay at the door, there is no pre-registration. We accept cash, check, or card. Parents are required to stay, and an online waiver is required.   $8 for ages 2-12, $4 for 1 year olds, infants are free.   Please note: Dates […]

Free – $8
Event Series 2024 Outdoor Festivals and Events

Milwaukee’s Biggest Free Little Library at Kosciuszko Park Milwaukee

Kosciuszko Park 2201 S 7th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Milwaukee's Biggest Free Little Library, at Kosciuszko Park Date: September 6th Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Kosciuszko Park 2201 S 7th St Milwaukee WI Choose from hundreds of books and take your favorites home for you and your family! A FREE event for ALL AGES with entertainment, face painting, art activities and much […]

Free
Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

St Luke’s Fall Festival Brookfield

St Luke Catholic Church 18000 W Greenfield Ave, Brookfield, United States

St. Luke Fall Festival: 4 to 11 pm on September 6. The parish offers a fish fry or shrimp dinner, hot dogs, a bake sale, a marketplace with local crafters and home-based vendors, with carnival games and a bounce house for children, a flashlight candy hunt, and music by Eric Diamond, and the Our House […]

Free
Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

Tosa Fest Wauwatosa

Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

TosaFest, presented by JJB Home Improvements, is back in the heart of the Village once again in 2024! FREE admission. Friday, September 6 from 5 pm-11 pmSaturday, September 7 from 11 am-11 pmOn State Street between Harwood Avene and Underwood Ave in Wauwatosa. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

Free
Event Series ComedySportz Family-Friendly Comedy Match

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 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 Farmers Market Events & Activities

Brookfield Farmers Market

Brookfield Farmers Market 16900 Gebhardt Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Tosa Farmers Market

Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

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) […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

South Shore Farmers Market at South Shore Park Milwaukee

South Shore Park 2900 S Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Farmers Market Events & Activities

New Berlin Farmers Market

New Berlin City Center 15055 W National Ave, New Berlin, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Farmers Market Events & Activities

Waukesha Farmers Market

Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

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!)

Free
Event Series 2024 Farmers Market Events & Activities

Greendale Downtown Market

Downtown Historic Greendale 5600 Northway, Greendale, WI, United States

Saturdays Now through September 28 from 8am - Noon The Village of Greendale is a charming, historic suburb of Milwaukee, WI. Markets are held weekly on the picturesque Broad Street, providing a central location for residents and visitors to gather and support local entrepreneurs and access fresh produce, bakery items, and homemade goods. Join us […]

Free
Event Series In-Store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

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
Event Series 2024 Farmers Market Events & Activities

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
Event Series 2024 YMCA Events & Activities

Youth Safety Classes at the West Suburban YMCA (Ages 4-17)

West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

September-December 2024 at the West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St Wauwatosa WI   Taught by certified instructors, we offer classes that focus on home safety, accident prevention, and how to interact with strangers, all while strengthening skills that help keep children and teens safe. SEPT 7 & DEC 7 from 9:00am - 3:00pm / […]

$8 – $75
Event Series Autumn 2024 Events

Sunflower Fest at Old Homestead Orchard in Franksville

Orchard Store at Old Homestead 7814 Raynor Avenue, Franksville, WI, United States

Sunflower Fest – Old Homestead Orchard7814 Raynor Ave., Franksville, WI 53126September 14-15, 2024 (with craft fair)Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, flowers and apples)Enjoy 8 acres of beautiful sunflowers and view! Wander the maze, and pick your own sunflowers, apples and pears. Orchard staff will hide 20 golden sunflowers throughout the maze each day. A golden […]

$10
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Build Your Own Bouquet Bar at 414loral Milwaukee

414loral 1739 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, United States

Our build your own bouquet experience is kid friendly! Our build your own bouquet bar is open every Saturday 10am-3pm with all flowers priced per stem ranging from $2-9. 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 […]

$20 – $50
Event Series MPM Soref Planetarium 2024 Shows

Planetarium Programs and Dome Theater Films at the MPM’s Soref Planetarium

MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium & Dome Theater is now open! One Planetarium program is included with your Museum admission. At this time, programs cannot be reserved in advance and are first-come, first-served.  DAILY SCHEDULE  (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through September 30, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. T. REX Noon* Did an Asteroid […]

$6 – $10

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Show

Ozaukee County Pioneer Village 4880 Highway I, Saukville, Wisconsin

Join us for a Train Show by the Kettle Moraine Ballast Scorchers and Metro Model Railroad Clubs, Railroad Bells, Horns & Whistles. Scavenger Hunt around the track. RC planes by the Astrowings, RC Racetrack by Compass, Car Show (Trophy provided by Northwoods Sales) and music by Mission River Band 11:30-2:30. Food, Beer Tent and Silent […]

$8
Event Series Autumn 2024 Events

Autumn Harvest Festival at The Elegant Farmer

Elegant Farmer 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI, United States

Autumn Harvest Fest – The Elegant Farmer  1545 Main St Mukwonago WI 53149 September 7 - October 27, 2024 (Saturdays and Sundays only)Admission: FREE (fees apply for activities, apples and pumpkins)This fun family event features apple picking, corn maze, laser tag, pumpkin patch, tractor-pulled hayrides, pony rides, the Smilin’ Barn Café and more. Whether you’re […]

$10
Event Series Let’s Go Fly A Kite MKE!

International Kite Festival at Milwaukee’s Veterans Park

Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

On Saturday, September 7th, and Sunday September 8th, Gift of Wings is hosting The Gift of Wings Frank Mots Int’l Kite Festival in Veterans Park on Milwaukee's Lakefront. The event will begin at 10:00 am, through 6:00 pm, (5 pm Sunday) with the GRAND LAUNCH of 600+ kites at NOON!  Free Kite Flying lessons. We […]

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 Oktoberfest 2024

Oktoberfest 2024

Bavarian Bierhause

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 […]

Free – $10
Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

Tosa Fest Wauwatosa

Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

TosaFest, presented by JJB Home Improvements, is back in the heart of the Village once again in 2024! FREE admission. Friday, September 6 from 5 pm-11 pmSaturday, September 7 from 11 am-11 pmOn State Street between Harwood Avene and Underwood Ave in Wauwatosa. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

Free

BAYSHORE Back to School Fun Fest

The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

Celebrate the new school year at BAYSHORE’S Back to School Fun Fest presented by St. Francis Children’s Center! Dance with Kid Boogie Down, dive into science at Mad Science fun stations, explore fossils and dinosaurs with the Milwaukee Public Museum and jump around in the bouncy house. Enjoy a petting zoo, face painting, and flamingo and dinosaur drawstring […]

Free
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

Bayside Beer Garden

Ellsworth Park 600 E Ellsworth Ln, Bayside, WI

Join us at Ellsworth Park with 1840 Brewing Co. for beverages, food, and live music!

Free
Event Series All Ages Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics

All Ages Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics

Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA

Come bounce, swing, run, and play at our All Ages Open Gym every Saturday! This is also a fun opportunity for kids to practice their gymnastics skills. Ages 1-5 with parent, ages 6+ parents may drop off (after signing in). Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. CHECK OUR FACEBOOK FOR CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER OR […]

$8 – $10

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