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.
Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd Delafield WI 53018 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: (Let's Go Ice Skating MKE!)
July 10 from 3:00-4:00pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI Create your very own flipbook! No drawing experience is required; beginner and advanced drawers are welcome. This program is for those in grades 6-8 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required, and space is […]
It's time for a party on a beach! Join Milwaukee Water Commons for our 10th annual We Are Water beachfront celebration on the shores of Lake Michigan. Don't miss this year's family friendly festivities with fun for everyone. Live music, dancing, and drumming with Ko-Thi and Panadanza! PLEASE NOTE: this year's event is at newly restored […]
July 10 - September 18 | FREE | Peck Pavilion 929 N Water St Milwaukee, WI Free Event For All Ages! July 10 | July 24 | August 7 | August 21 | September 4 | September 18 | All at 4:00pm Discover the extraordinary at the inaugural Summer of Soul: Outdoor Marketplace & Concert Series (SoS). […]
Joy Engine PRESENTS MKE RIVER ROUND UP 2024 CONCERT SERIES Join us to paddle the Milwaukee River while you enjoy spectacular tunes from an incredible lineup of musical performers. Each week, the first performer will board the Funktoon and team up with MKE Kayak Company and Indeed Brewing for an evening of groovin’ on the […]
Idle Isle Park Muskego WI Join us every Wednesday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day this summer to enjoy our thrilling production of "NASKI", coming to you live from "Idle Isle Raceway"! Don't miss our Junior Team Show 30 minutes prior to the Main Show! Concessions are available with cash or venmo payment accepted! […]
July 10: Beach Bonfire, 6:00-8:30 PM at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee WI August 21: Evening Bonfire with S'mores 6 pm - 8:30 pm September 18: Evening Bonfire with S'mores 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Lakeshore State Park is a beautiful place to spend these warm, summer nights. Join our staff at Pebble Beach for a […]
Wednesdays from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Free Admission // Keady Plaza at The Mayfair Collection at 1200 West Burleigh St Milwaukee WI 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 Summer Music Time MKE!)
Invite your friends and enjoy the scenic view of Lake Michigan while listening to amazing artists for our 37th annual Animal Crackers Concert Series. You don't want miss these talented musicians at our annual Animal Crackers music concert series. You can enjoy the upbeat music with a beautiful lake view and delicious food from numerous […]
Drone Show Party at Villa Terrace - July 10th from 7 pm - 10 pm (Tickets) A fun evening party for adults and kids alike, and the best view in town to watch the drone show. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Wednesday Night Live is a unique, FREE, weekly summer concert series held exclusively at the Bud Pavilion. Event Times: Gates Open: 6pm Live Music Begins: 7pm Live Music Ends: 10:30pm 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: […]
Opening Night Drone Show - July 10th from 9 - 9:30 pm The Opening Night of the Centennial Celebration will feature a fabulous drone show! This spectacle will be visible both from the Villa and across the lakefront. It will be designed by Milwaukee multimedia artist, Ray Chi, and will dazzle crowds with inventive 3D design and […]
Everyone Invited to Free Artists’ Day at Villa Terrace on July 11 Event features arts, activities and exploration Free Artists’ Day at Villa Terrace! Villa Terrace Milwaukee is hosting an "Artists' Day" as part of its 100th Anniversary celebration. For children, there’s a face painter and hands-on art activities. From 10 am to 4 pm, […]
Beer gardens are a tradition brought to Wisconsin by German brewers in the 1850s - they’re outdoor areas where beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by trees. The Traveling Beer Garden tours transform parks into temporary beer gardens May through September, for about two weeks at a time. Restored fire trucks […]
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]
June 6 - August 29 every Thursday at 12pm-1pm Catch some live music during your lunch hour MKE! PNC presents Tunes @ Noon every Thursday at 12pm-1p! Soak up some sun, and enjoy great live music starting June 6th! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd Delafield WI 53018 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: (Let's Go Ice Skating MKE!)
July 11 from 1:30-2:30pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI Gather the family for an afternoon of adventure and fun! Explore a new theme each week to inspire creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. This program is geared toward children 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome). No registration is required. Please […]
Thursday, July 11 from 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Learn the art of hoola-hooping! Danielle Lee of Hoop Elation teaches hoola dance through music, games, and activities! All hoops will be provided. This program will be held in Citizen's Park (next to the Library). In the event of inclement weather, a rescheduled date will be […]
Every Thursday in July and August from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm An inclusive playgroup, where children with special needs, their siblings, and parents come together for fun, support, and community. We offer engaging activities for kids of all abilities while providing a space for parents to connect and share resources. Registration is required for […]
Music from 5-8pm 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 Time To Go To Hoyt MKE!)
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. […]
Join us to experience Menomonee Falls' top free, family-friendly live music event -- the Falls Sunset Concert Series! Set in the scenic Village Park on the Milwaukee Tool Amphitheatre stage, right in Menomonee Falls Downtown, this series showcases a mix of local, regional, and national musical acts. Enjoy six concerts on the second and […]
Looking for some free, family fun this summer? The Pewaukee Lake Water Ski Club can help! Come on out to see your fast, flashy and high-flying Pewaukee Gators at Lakefront Park in Pewaukee every Thursday night, as the club celebrates its 40th anniversary! WHAT: Free water ski show WHEN: Every Thursday night, through Labor Day […]
Beer gardens are a tradition brought to Wisconsin by German brewers in the 1850s - they’re outdoor areas where beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by trees. The Traveling Beer Garden tours transform parks into temporary beer gardens May through September, for about two weeks at a time. Restored fire trucks […]
Fridays, June 7 - August 2 from 10-10:30am Ages 0 - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd Delafield WI 53018 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: (Let's Go Ice Skating MKE!)
Bark After Dark | Greenfield, WI Friday, July 12, 2024 from 5:00-9:00 PM The AMP at Konkel Park 5151 W Layton Ave Calling all dogs and dog-lovers for a night at Konkel Park. Pet related vendors, live music by Doghouse Charlie, food vendors, beer at the AMP, and a Twilight Trail Walk* (at 8:00 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 Time for Cinderella MKE!)
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]
SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES Friday, July 12 - Operation Rec begins at 6 pm and the movie starts at 8 pm Friday, August 16 - Operation Rec begins at 6 pm and the movie starts at 8 pm West Allis Athletic Complex 11601 W Lincoln Ave Milwaukee WI 53227 The West Allis Athletic Complex is […]
Beer gardens are a tradition brought to Wisconsin by German brewers in the 1850s - they’re outdoor areas where beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by trees. The Traveling Beer Garden tours transform parks into temporary beer gardens May through September, for about two weeks at a time. Restored fire trucks […]
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]
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) […]
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 […]
Saturday, July 13 from 10:00am - 4:00pm at Ruckus & Glee 805 N 68th St Wauwatosa WI You do not want to miss this FREE FAMILY EVENT celebrating Ruckus & Glee's 9th birthday! Sidewalk sale, magic show, activity stations and more! Here is a rundown on events happening during our store’s 9th birthday celebration […]
Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day July 6 - Sept 2, 2024 12550 120th Ave Kenosha WI Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border • 10 am - 7 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 Time […]
July 13th & 14th at The Farmhouse Paint Bar & Banquet Hall Join us for our 5th annual celebration of the Mexican painting icon Frida Kahlo! We will have live music, food trucks, local art vendors, dance performances, art classes, and interactive art installations!And of course the famous Frida Kahlo look-alike contest! This year we […]
Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd Delafield WI 53018 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: (Let's Go Ice Skating MKE!)
June 29 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / July 13 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / July 27 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / August 10 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm / August 24 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Music on the Sherman Perk Patio Sherman Perk Coffee Shop 4924 […]
Public Observation Night at Milwaukee Astronomical Society 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: (Seeing Stars MKE)
Join us for Kids Night Out! Kids will enjoy an evening of creativity and fun at our studio, crafting their own fabric bags, making slime, and more. The night includes pizza for everyone, ensuring a delightful and memorable experience. Perfect for a fun-filled night with friends, creativity, and delicious food in a lively, supportive environment. […]
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 […]
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 Time for Cinderella MKE!)
Beer gardens are a tradition brought to Wisconsin by German brewers in the 1850s - they’re outdoor areas where beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by trees. The Traveling Beer Garden tours transform parks into temporary beer gardens May through September, for about two weeks at a time. Restored fire trucks […]
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 […]
Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day July 6 - Sept 2, 2024 12550 120th Ave Kenosha WI Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border • 10 am - 7 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 Time […]
July 13th & 14th at The Farmhouse Paint Bar & Banquet Hall Join us for our 5th annual celebration of the Mexican painting icon Frida Kahlo! We will have live music, food trucks, local art vendors, dance performances, art classes, and interactive art installations!And of course the famous Frida Kahlo look-alike contest! This year we […]
Naga-Waukee Park Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd Delafield WI 53018 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: (Let's Go Ice Skating MKE!)
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 Time for Cinderella MKE!)
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