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.
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!)
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 […]
September 13 - October 27 Hours: 8 am – 7 pm / 7 days a week Join us at China Lights 2024 to celebrate Year of the Dragon with more than 40 larger-than-life light displays! The Dragon King, flower tunnel, and zodiac lanterns are just some of the highlights of this year’s event. Visitors will […]
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 […]
Join us for Touch a Truck 2024 presented by Lannon Stone Foundation! This event is geared toward kids ages 2-8, but will appeal to anyone--kid or adult--who loves trucks! So many types of trucks ... including food trucks! To make room for all of the big, amazing trucks that will be at this […]
September 14-15, 2024 from 9:00am - 4:00pm Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI “Fall in Love with Orchids” at the Mitchell Park Domes this weekend! There will be orchid displays, plants, and potting supplies in the lobby of The Domes. Admission to the orchid show is included with admission to The Domes. […]
July 13 & August 10 & September 14 from 9:30am - 11:00am Meet us at the Farmers Market for Story Time! This 20-minute interactive Story Time incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes.This program is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration is not required. Feel free to bring a blanket to sit […]
Magical Mornings at Black Bear Children's Boutique are back! Join us for storytime and crafts. This FREE event is best suited for children ages 1-6.
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm at Menomonee Valley Community Park 212 South 36th Street Milwaukee WI Menomonee Valley Partners and Near West Side Partners are teaming up for a family-friendly bike ride through the Valley and Near West Side Neighborhoods. Two routes are available for those of all abilities, and bike resources […]
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 […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Regular Season will kick off on Saturdays only, starting April 13th. Sunday trains will be added on the first weekend in May, and Friday trains will be added on June 7th. All aboard […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Saturday, September 14th, 2024 from 11:00am - 12:00pm Cartoonist Mark Anderson will be doing a complementary cartooning class, Farm Throwdown, at Southridge Mall's Kids Corner Event. There will be complimentary giveaways *while supplies last. Located on the lower level outside of Macy's 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘦𝘥 & 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘵 𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭 […]
Taco Fest | Saturday, September 14, 2024 | Lunch: 11am - 3pm | Dinner: 4pm - 8pm HENRY MAIER FESTIVAL PARK | 100 N Harbor Dr Milwaukee WI Get your fill of the best tacos in Milwaukee at this family-friendly fiesta, then vote for your favorite! Activities and entertainment include Hole-in-One, Bags, Cactus Ring Toss, Taco […]
The 5th Annual North Shore Bank Shorewood Feast & Street Festival presented by the Shorewood Foundation is back again for 2024! Running from the 4200 to the 4400 blocks of Oakland Avenue, this is a family-friendly foodie event with free entertainment and activities for every age. There will be music, entertainment, a harvest dinner, […]
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 […]
Witness all the thrills and join in on the family fun with Monster Truck Throwdown coming to the Slinger Super Speedway for the final event to hit Wisconsin Saturday, September 14! Don’t miss world-renown Monster Truck Superstars including BLOCKHEAD, the 12,000lb building block monster truck, Freestyle Motocross and more! YOU can experience the […]
Join us for a whole bunch of FREE family fun including horse rides, arts and crafts, face painting, photo booths, and more! This event is fun for all ages. Location: 8633 W Brown Deer Rd Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business may close […]
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 […]
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive Franklin WI The Milky Way Drive-In is a new outdoor movie theater at Ballpark Commons in Franklin, Wisconsin. We offer a classic drive-in movie-going experience. Tickets are $35 per vehicle, and we can accommodate 150 vehicles at the drive-in. Our screen technology allows us to play movies during the […]
Sleep Under the Stars at the Racine Zoo! Whoooo's Awake at Night? | Saturday, September 14 – Sunday, September 15, 2024 | 5pm – 9am Owls, bats, and big cats! As the sun sets and the stars emerge, the zoo transforms as nocturnal wildlife come alive! Learn how these animals survive and thrive during a guided night hike and […]
Mystery at MPM: Family Edition on Saturday, September 14, 2024 and Saturday, January 25, 2025 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm Join us for another family version of our after-hours mystery caper! Grab your magnifying glass and detective hat to follow a series of family-friendly clues that lead you through the twisting corridors and shadowy corners of […]
September 14 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Observe the Moon Night Saturday, September 14, 2024 First show- 7:00 – 8:00 pm | Second show- 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm It’s International Observe the Moon Night! Gaze at the Moon through our telescopes outside of the Physics […]
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 […]
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 […]
September 13 - October 27 Hours: 8 am – 7 pm / 7 days a week Join us at China Lights 2024 to celebrate Year of the Dragon with more than 40 larger-than-life light displays! The Dragon King, flower tunnel, and zodiac lanterns are just some of the highlights of this year’s event. Visitors will […]
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!)
September 14-15, 2024 from 9:00am - 4:00pm Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI “Fall in Love with Orchids” at the Mitchell Park Domes this weekend! There will be orchid displays, plants, and potting supplies in the lobby of The Domes. Admission to the orchid show is included with admission to The Domes. […]
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 […]
It's time for the Greenfield Farmers Market! Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Greenfield WI Every Sunday from May-October 10 am - 2 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: (It's Picnic Time MKE!)
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Regular Season will kick off on Saturdays only, starting April 13th. Sunday trains will be added on the first weekend in May, and Friday trains will be added on June 7th. All aboard […]
Riverwest Market Our mission is to make fresh, naturally grown, local food accessible to all. On any given Sunday, you can expect to find a plethora of seasonal fruits and vegetables, local honey and eggs, freshly made bread, sweet bakery items, hand crafted body care items, and heaping bouquets of flowers. Please note: Dates and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
September 15th from 12-4pm at Joyce's House Education Center 5531 West North Avenue Milwaukee WI Join us for Book'nic 2024, a delightful celebration of literature and community! Bring your favorite book, family a picnic blanket, and your appetite for fun. This year, we'll gather in a beautiful park setting filled with engaging activities, author readings, […]
Join us for the 3rd annual Fashion Fest MKE, held at The Yard at Bayshore, on September 15 from 12:00 - 6:00pm. There will be an assortment of fashion vendors, food trucks, a children's design area, and two fashion shows: 2:00pm and 4:00pm. Entrance to the event is free, bring lawn chairs and blankets for […]
Join us for a whole bunch of FREE family fun including horse rides, arts and crafts, face painting, photo booths, and more! This event is fun for all ages. Location: 8633 W Brown Deer Rd Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, occasionally events may be cancelled, or occasionally business may close […]
Hena Khan, author of We Are Big Time at Milwaukee Public Library’s Centennial Hall, 733 N Eighth St Sunday, September 15, 2 pm Milwaukee Public Library and the Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition present an afternoon with Hena Khan for We Are Big Time, her new, Wisconsin-set graphic novel about a Muslim teen who joins an […]
September 15th | 2-3pm October 13th | 2-3pm November 10th | 2-3pm Ages: 3, 4 and 5 year olds with an adult By interacting with animals at a young age the children develop an appreciation, understanding and respect for animals that can then be built upon as they grow. Young children get the opportunity to […]
Join us on Sundays in September 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 […]
Send your kiddo on in to our shop for the afternoon and we will send them home with dinner for the family! Dinner with no mess?! Heck yes! Kids will learn to chop and dice while preparing a salad with southwestern ranch dressing, cheesy chicken enchiladas, and churro cheesecake bars for dessert! Dinner serves a family […]
September 15 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm Get ready to dive into the squishy, stretchy, and oh-so-satisfying world of slime! In this fun and interactive workshop, participants will learn how to make their own customized slime creations using a variety of ingredients and techniques. Perfect for all ages, this class is designed to spark creativity while […]
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive Franklin WI The Milky Way Drive-In is a new outdoor movie theater at Ballpark Commons in Franklin, Wisconsin. We offer a classic drive-in movie-going experience. Tickets are $35 per vehicle, and we can accommodate 150 vehicles at the drive-in. Our screen technology allows us to play movies during the […]
September 13 - October 27 Hours: 8 am – 7 pm / 7 days a week Join us at China Lights 2024 to celebrate Year of the Dragon with more than 40 larger-than-life light displays! The Dragon King, flower tunnel, and zodiac lanterns are just some of the highlights of this year’s event. Visitors will […]
Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! On Mondays, we have 2 inflatables! 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. $10 for ages 2-12, $5 for 1 year olds, infants […]
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