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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 2024 Community Events

Local Author Spotlight Featuring Charm Joy Der at Nugget Nation in Brookfield

Nugget Nation MKE 12501 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI

    Local Author Spotlight Featuring Charm Joy Der WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU MADE A YOUNG CHILD'S DAY BY REMINDING THEM THAT THEIR HAPPINESS TRULY MATTERS? FROM A LOVING SMILE TO PLAYING WITH FRIENDS, MY HAPPINESS COUNTS TAKES CHILDREN ON A FUN COUNTING JOURNEY THAT RAISES THEIR AWARENESS TO THE POSSIBILITY OF DISCOVERING […]

Free – $30
Event Series Havenwoods State Forest 2024

Nature Craft: Prairie Origami at Havenwoods State Forest Milwaukee

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

NATURE CRAFT: PRAIRIE ORIGAMI Saturday, June 8 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Havenwoods State Forest  Join us for a paper crafting session inspired by Wisconsin prairie wildlife - let's explore nature through art together! Guided by an Educator, craft beautiful paper creations of animals and insects on the prairies. Open to adults and […]

Free

Kids Kickoff to Summer in Cedarburg

Cedar Creek Park N54W5900 Portland Road, Cedarburg, WI, United States

Join us as we celebrate the start of summer! There will be bounce houses, glitter tattoo painting, balloon twisting, food, and more!

Free

MPL Summer Kickoff at Central Library Downtown Milwaukee

Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

MPL Summer Kickoff Saturday, June 8 from 10 am-1 pm Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Gather the whole family for a summer reading and learning kickoff featuring hands-on activities for kids and teens and special exhibits. Experience hands-on fun with Betty Brinn Children's Museum, Discovery World, Milwaukee Art Museum, and Milwaukee Public […]

Free

Fairy Fest at Riveredge Nature Center

Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

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, […]

$10 – $15

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) April 10, 2024 through June 13, 2024 10:15 am Wisconsin Stargazing 11 am Great White Shark Noon Cosmic […]

$6 – $10

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 June 20, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Great White Shark Noon Cosmic Questions? […]

$6 – $10
Event Series 2024 Racine Zoo Happenings

Zoorific Saturday at the Racine Zoo

Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

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 […]

$60 – $80
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Art 64 in the Wauwatosa Village

Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

  ART 64 is an interactive two-day bracket-style painting tournament, highlighting diverse, nationwide artists and local businesses. In four rounds, artists are paired to go head-to-head and given 60 minutes to create a work of art on a predetermined theme on canvas. The public is invited to watch both in-person and virtually as the paintings come […]

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

Drag Queen Story Hour at Colectivo on Prospect Milwaukee

The Back Room at Colectivo Prospect 2211 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

  Saturday, June 8th @ 10:30am / The Back Room @ Colectivo:  2211 N Prospect Ave Milwaukee WI Enjoy kid-friendly, progressive titles read by a local queen in a positive & welcoming environment. This event is FREE to attend and will be inside at our Prospect cafe in the Back Room. Bring a blanket to […]

Free
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Southridge Mall Kids Corner Presents Puppy Pals Live

Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

The Puppy Pals Comedic Stunt Dog Show is a hilarious complimentary presentation for the whole family and the dog lover in all of us, the spectacle stars mostly rescued dogs. From shelters to showbiz, these pooches perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats. Wesley Williams leads the puppies and audience through challenging and comical tricks as […]

Free

June Planetarium Programs at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

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 […]

$5

City of Glendale’s Touch a Truck Event

Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community Park

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. […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Floofers and Flowers at Ope Brewing Company West Allis

Ope Brewing Company 6751 W National Ave, West Allis, United States

This will be a family friendly event including:● Silent auction● Face painting● Local food and vendors● Crafting for children, and more! Its going to be a blast for all ages! We hope to see you at Ope! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

Free

Tosa Greek Fest at Sts Constantine and Helen Greek Church

Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church 2160 Wauwatosa Ave, Wauwatosa

Tosa Greek Fest JUNE 7-9, 2024  Sts Constantine & Helen Greek Church Near 76th & North Avenue OPA! 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 Greek Fest Time MKE!)

Free
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Southridge Mall Kids Corner Presents Puppy Pals Live

Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

The Puppy Pals Comedic Stunt Dog Show is a hilarious complimentary presentation for the whole family and the dog lover in all of us, the spectacle stars mostly rescued dogs. From shelters to showbiz, these pooches perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats. Wesley Williams leads the puppies and audience through challenging and comical tricks as […]

Free

June Planetarium Programs at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

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 […]

$5

Pop-Up Nature at Wehr Nature Center

Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

June 08 from 1:00 pm — 3:00 pm Join us as we celebrate nature’s superheroes, the pollinators, during National Pollinator Week.  Together we will find out what pollination is, how pollination happens, and what the superhero duties of a pollinator are.We will read the story “Flower Talk: How Plants Use Color to Communicate,” written by […]

$12
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 StorySlams

Pridefest Youth StorySlam at Milwaukee (Ages 12-19)

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

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 […]

Free

James and the Giant Peach by Bombshell Theatre Company

Bombshell Theatre Company 700 Wall St, Elm Grove, Wisconsin

Bombshell Theatre Company 255 S Water St Milwaukee, WI 53204 Fri 07 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sun 09 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Great for kids (and nostalgic adults)! When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down […]

$13 – $22
Event Series Open Skate at the Pettit

Skate The Pettit National Ice Center

Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. June 2024 SAT June 1 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 8 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 15 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 22 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm July 2024 SAT July 13 […]

$20 – $70

Water Lantern Festival Milwaukee Lakefront

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

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 […]

$30

Milwaukee Milkmen Theme Game at Franklin Field

Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United States

Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game Theme Night at Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Dr Franklin WI Family-friendly events on deck at Franklin Field include Game Show Night on June 8th, fan-favorite Christmas in July on July 25th, Lecheros de Milwaukee games on June 16th and August 4th, and the Battle of the Badges: Fire vs. Police […]

$16 – $45

James and the Giant Peach by Bombshell Theatre Company

Bombshell Theatre Company 700 Wall St, Elm Grove, Wisconsin

Bombshell Theatre Company 255 S Water St Milwaukee, WI 53204 Fri 07 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sun 09 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Great for kids (and nostalgic adults)! When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down […]

$13 – $22

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 Family Movies

Summer Night Movie in Greendale at the Gazebo

Greendale Gazebo Park 5798 Broad Street, Greendale, WI, United States

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT! Summer Night Movie in Greendale at the Gazebo Movies Start At Dusk Gift of Wings and Milwaukee County Parks are excited to announce the Free Summer Night Movie Series in Greendale's Gazebo Park! Bring your blankets and chairs out to Greendale's Gazebo Park and enjoy this family friendly movie! Gift of Wings […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Family Movies

Saturday Evening Movies In The Park Greenfield

Konkel Park - Greenfield 5151 W Layton Ave, Greenfield

Saturday Evenings / Movie begins at Dusk The AMP at Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Greenfield WI The Movies in the Park is held on various Saturdays throughout the summer. The Family-Friendly movies will begin at dusk and is great fun for all ages.  2024 Scheduled (Subject to Change): June 8th: The Super Mario […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Cathedral Square Market Milwaukee

Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

JUNE 2-30, JULY 21-28, AUGUST 4-25, SEPTEMBER 8-29, 2024 9 am – 1 pm  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: (Shop Local MKE!)

Free

Kickoff to Summer Party (featuring BLUEY!) at A Kid At Heart Playland Cafe in Germantown

A Kid At Heart Playland W188N10707 Maple Road, Germantown, WI, United States

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 […]

$25
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

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) April 10, 2024 through June 13, 2024 10:15 am Wisconsin Stargazing 11 am Great White Shark Noon Cosmic […]

$6 – $10

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 June 20, 2024 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Great White Shark Noon Cosmic Questions? […]

$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

Cloud 9 Workshop Maker Studio Hours

Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$15 – $30

Kids Dream Family Film Series at Marcus Area Cinemas

Marcus Theatres WI, United States

FLASHBACK CINEMA SERIES at Select Locations Join us June 9 thru August 29 to view your favorite family flicks! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! Don't miss your chance to purchase a Kids Dream Passport, which entitles the passport holder to see all 12 movies at any […]

$18

Locust Street Festival of Music and Art Milwaukee

East Side of Milwaukee - Locust St between Humboldt Blvd and Holton St N Holton St & E Locust St, Milwaukee, United States

SUNDAY, JUNE 9 from Noon - 8pm  In the early 70’s, Milwaukee planned to widen Locust street between Humboldt and Holton. In 1976 after much discussion and debate the neighbors in Riverwest let the authorities know they were against it. Miraculously, the authorities agreed and the neighborhood threw a party to celebrate. They called it […]

Free

Tosa Greek Fest at Sts Constantine and Helen Greek Church

Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church 2160 Wauwatosa Ave, Wauwatosa

Tosa Greek Fest JUNE 7-9, 2024  Sts Constantine & Helen Greek Church Near 76th & North Avenue OPA! 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 Greek Fest Time MKE!)

Free

James and the Giant Peach by Bombshell Theatre Company

Bombshell Theatre Company 700 Wall St, Elm Grove, Wisconsin

Bombshell Theatre Company 255 S Water St Milwaukee, WI 53204 Fri 07 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sun 09 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Great for kids (and nostalgic adults)! When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down […]

$13 – $22

June Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

American Science & Surplus 6901 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join us on Sundays in June from 2pm-4pm for some family activities!  Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or get messy clothes. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

Free

Little Wonders at Wehr Nature Center (for 2 and 3 year olds)

Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

A program for two-year olds to enjoy with their favorite adult. Bundle up your tots for some wintertime fun. Check the website to see which rotating class is for two year olds vs three year olds: ~Link Here~ Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]

$12

Global Palette at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI  Embark on a global journey with us through art projects inspired by different cultures. 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 Spring Break Time MKE!)

$10 – $25
Event Series Little Village Play Cafe 2024

Little Leaders at The Little Village Play Cafe in Wauwatosa: Rainbow Snail

The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Monday June 10 at 10am or Tuesday June 11 at 8:30am Storytime at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI What do we get when we mix rain and sunshine together? 🌦 Let’s find out together with snail by exploring rainbows and all its beautiful colors. This week's Little Learners class is […]

$35

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