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.
Back by popular demand, it's BAYSHORE’s Makers Market presented by Discover the North Shore and in partnership with Amdur Productions. Join the community for a weekend of live music, entertainment, The Tap beer garden, and more than 75 unique vendors offering selections from art to food, clothing to lotions, stationary to furniture, and […]
1pm Saturday & Sunday, June 22 & 23 and 6pm Saturday, June 22 Join us in celebrating 15+ years of sharing the joy of dance at Elation Dance Center's annual recital. Enjoy music and dancing from dancers 2½ - 18 in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip-hop. Fun for the whole family! Please note: Dates […]
Learn to stack, fill, and decorate a cake! In this class, each Big Chef/Little Chef duo will make a 6" funfetti cake. A light snack will be provided. Age 4-10 for the 'Little Chef'. One ticket is admission for one adult and one child. Click here to register! Please note: Dates and times are […]
Every Sunday from 5pm-6:30pm Kalee Gauger our certified Parent Small Group Facilitator will cover various topics on being a parent/guardian to a child or children with special/support needs. Be a part of our Parent Support Groups to be around like-minded parents going through the same highs and lows of parenting. Here at St. Francis Children's […]
Every Monday here at St. Francis Children's Center, Ms. Jelly will be reading to children with special/support needs and keeping your kids engaged with interactive reading. After planned books and engagement, there is time for Open Play in our newly renovated Family Activity Center. Click here to register! Please note: Dates and times […]
Families with a child or children with special/support needs can participate in acrylic painting or watercolor painting on a canvas board for a take home art project, and in-door Open Play! Click here to register! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
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!
On Sensory Thursdays, your child or children will be able to play and explore their senses using different textures, materials, fabrics, and art supplies! Open Play is provided during the two-hour session and based of the child's wants they can participate in the sensory activity planned but are not forced to. Click here to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Stepping Stone Farms horse rescue, sanctuary and equine learning facility will be the featured nonprofit of the Milkmen game on Saturday night, June 29th. A portion of the game's ticket sales, 50/50 raffle, in-game ball toss, and other fundraising activities will help us continue our life-saving work of rescuing horses so they can help the […]
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 […]
Visit the Library and enjoy a sweet ice cream treat while you wait for the Menomonee Falls 4th of July Parade! Meet new neighbors, visit your favorite staff members, and find out what's new at the Library! Available while supplies last!
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! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]
The 2024 Optimist Club Independence Day Parade will be held on Wednesday, July 3 starting at 7:00 pm in Menomonee Falls. The parade starts on Appleton Avenue & Elm Lane and travels east to the Menomonee Falls High School area. Details for participation and sponsorship are at here!
The annual 4th of July Parade will be held on Thursday, July 4 at 9am. The parade will start at 9am at Village Hall, where participants will then walk east on Ellsworth Lane, south on Rexleigh Drive, north on King Road, and end at Ellsworth Park. Please begin gathering at Village Hall at 8:45am. […]
Cedarburg's annual 4th of July Hometown Celebration will take place on Thursday, July 4. The patriotic celebration filled with Americana continues in 2024 through the Cedarburg Historic District.The parade, noted for showcasing award-winning Division 1 drum & bugle corps, will start at 10am, followed by an all-day picnic in Cedar Creek Park, live music and […]
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 Time on the Fourth MKE!)
Date: July 4, 2024 Locale: Silver Spring Drive & Klode Park Details: The Fourth of July is just around the corner and we hope you'll join us for the Whitefish Bay parade and celebration! The parade kicks off at 11:30 AM at the corner of Silver Spring Drive and Kent Avenue and heads east on Silver […]
The Brown Deer Special Events Committee and Parks & Recreation Department proudly presents the Brown Deer Fourth of July Celebration. All activities will be held at the Village Park and Pond, 4920 W. Green Brook Drive in Brown Deer, WI. Fireworks will start at 9:15pm! We look forward to seeing you on the 4th! […]
Celebrate the 4th of July in Germantown. Parade: 4:00 p.m.Celebration: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Celebration features:- Live Music!- Food Vendors!- Loads of Fun! If you are someone you know is interested in volunteering, please contact us at parkrec@germantownwi.gov. Want to walk the parade? Email us at parkrec@germantownwi.gov for application!
INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT AND FIREWORKS Thursday, July 4 from 7:30 pm - 10 pm West Allis Athletic Complex 11601 W Lincoln Ave Milwaukee WI 53227 The West Allis Athletic Complex is located on 117th Street and Cleveland Avenue in West Allis WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
July 6, 2024 from 9 am to 4 pm Salvation Army Community Center 8853 S Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI Wisconsin's largest sports card show featuring 130 dealers on 180 tables. Free pack of cards for kids. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of music, food, and games!
Saturdays Monthly at 11:00am & 12:30pm Mermaid Echo is back at Discovery World with shows* at 11:00am and 12:30pm! Mermaid Echo connects kids with aquatic ecology in a creative way. Enjoy a spectacular performance! Watch Echo swim with underwater friends while you learn about freshwater and the creatures that call the water home. An ASL interpreter […]
2024 Independence Celebration Wednesday, July 3, 2024 - 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday, July 4, 2024 - 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2024 - 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 6, 2024 - Noon to 11 p.m. Sunday, July 7, 2024 - Carnival Only, Noon to 4 p.m. Lions Legend Park (Loomis […]
Join us at the North Shore Library to learn about camping activities! Make a treat, make a craft! This event is for families with. children of all ages. Please check the Library website for additional information and cancellations.
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! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]
Join us for Falls Family Movie Night in Menomonee Falls! May 17th June 14th July 12th With live music, a beer garden, and a variety of food trucks, these FREE events offer a complete experience of family togetherness. Enjoy music, food, and drinks starting 2 hours before dusk, followed by snuggles and your […]
Partly inspired by Diary of a Wimpy Kid, partly inspired by our own parent desire for more morning dates - our Saturday Breakfast Club is the perfect DROP-OFF program for your kiddo. Co-hosted by Olive You Nanny, our Breakfast Club features a themed morning out for your kids! What's Included? Drop-off play and care for your child […]
Join The Collab for an unforgettable networking event at Denizen MKE! We're excited to partner with eight amazing business owners to bring you a unique networking experience designed for both moms and their kids. Enjoy a morning filled with activities, treats, and fun, perfect for making connections and creating memories. For the Moms: Create Your […]
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! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]
Come on and all to this family friendly and FREE performance of SpongeBob the Musical - youth edition. This one hour version of the Tony Award winning Broadway hit is sure to entertain children of all ages. Join SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, Mr. Krabs, Pearl, Plankton, Karen, Squidward and all their under the sea friends. Two […]
Worth the drive! Get ready for the ultimate outdoor obstacle course—equipped with mud pits, climbing and crawling elements, and a water slide! The Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids™ is designed for youth ages 4–15. The course length is adjusted for each age group. Each participant will receive an event packet with a custom headband, […]
Bring your canine companion to Dog Days at Drexel! This event will feature Pier Pups dock diving, K-9 demonstrations, agility demonstrations sponsored by West Allis Zoom Room, lure course sponsored by Speed Weenies, flyball demos sponsored by the Barkbarians, pet massages, caricature artist, doggy photo booth, puppy costume, parade and great dog-related vendors. Dates: Friday July […]
Celebrate summer in the park in West Bend! Family activities include a bounce house, face painting, wacky hair, and activity tents! Buckshot performs 12-4pm.
Experience the magic of our 4th Annual Falls Lavender Fest, a celebration dedicated to the captivating allure of lavender. Join us on July 20th, 2024 from 10-5 pm at Village Park in Menomonee Falls for a day filled with enchantment, vibrant festivities, and delightful surprises. Enjoy the infectious rhythms and melodies on the main stage […]
CROATIAN FEST – JULY 20th 2024 CROATIAN PARK – 9100 S 76th Street Franklin WI Join us this year on Saturday July 20th for Wisconsin’s oldest continuous running Ethnic festival in Franklin, WI as we celebrate 90 years of community and tradition! Gates will open at 10:00AM with our Cultural Program at 2:00 pm featuring […]
BAYSHORE presents Peppa Pig Live! in partnership with St. Francis Children's Center on Saturday, July 20 in The Yard. Showtimes are 11:00am, 12:00pm, and 1:00pm. Come with your entire family for a day of free and fun entertainment, and bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Alcohol carry-ins and animals are prohibited.
Country Fest Weekend in Glendale! Saddle up for this FREE event! Join The City of Glendale’s Country Fest July 19th & 20th Grab your friends and get ready to Party and Dance to the HOTTEST Country Bands around! Concerts are from 6pm – 9pm on the Main Stage Amphitheater – Rebel Grace (Friday July 19th) […]
"The Greatest Showman" is a bold and original musical that celebrates the birth of show business and the sense of wonder we feel when dreams come to life. Inspired by the ambition and imagination of P.T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman tells the story of a visionary who rose from nothing to create a mesmerizing spectacle […]
Welcome to the National Ice Cream Day Paint Party! Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and sweetness at VIBEZ Creative Arts Space. Get ready to unleash your inner artist while indulging in delicious ice cream treats. No experience is necessary - your canvas will be pre-sketched and our wonderful Artists will be there to assist […]
Join us in Lincoln Park for 4 great plays. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and some beverages. 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 Shakespeare in the Park Time MKE!)
July 21: Bee Hunt Hike, 3:30-4:30 PM Now that summer is in full swing, you may have noticed there are a lot more bees outside! Did you know that for most species, only queen bumblebees hibernate and survive over the winter? In the spring, they emerge and lay eggs to hatch new worker bees, or […]
Whether you swim or just take in the fresh air and positive community, everyone is invited out to the Cedarburg Pool for a free community event sponsored by Christ Church Kids, Youth, and Family Ministries. Come enjoy the summer sun and have a chance to meet new people. Children 5th grade and under must attend […]
There's nothing like a mid-summer county fair. Join us July 23-July 28 for carnival rides, fun games, live music, great food, farm animals, and more! Parking is FREE. TICKET SALES Ages 0 – 6 FreeYouth ages 7-12 $5.00Season Pass – Youth $15.00General Admission $15.00Season Pass – Adult $35.00Seniors $5.00 Please click here for all […]
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! Bring the whole family and experience a variety of pre-show activities and entertainment, and then enjoy our featured PG-rated films on the Big Screen. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, alcohol and animals are […]
Join us as we learn the art of COOKIE DECORATING from Crystal- Owner of Zia's Sweets During this beginner class - guests will learn about frosting, tools, and techniques to make your own beautiful cookies. Each guest will have time to create several cookies to take home after class. Min age: 12 yrs old Please […]
Bring the family out to Firemen's Park in Germantown for some Big Top fun! You are sure to find something for everyone to enjoy as we partner with Taste of Germantown. We will have all the best carnival style games, the coolest inflatables, carnival style prizes, music, and more! Each activity cost 50 cents. […]
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