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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.

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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

Milwaukee Greek Fest at Wisconsin State Fair Park

Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

JUNE 21 (11am - 9pm), JUNE 22 (11am - 9pm) and JUNE 23 (11am - 6pm) Join us June 21-23 at State Fair park for our Greek Cuisine and pastries, Greek dancing, market place and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

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) […]

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Milwaukee Greek Fest at Wisconsin State Fair Park

Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

JUNE 21 (11am - 9pm), JUNE 22 (11am - 9pm) and JUNE 23 (11am - 6pm) Join us June 21-23 at State Fair park for our Greek Cuisine and pastries, Greek dancing, market place and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

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Shakespeare in the Park: The PLAY’s The Thing: Theatre Games and Adventures by Optimist Theatre

Lincoln Park 1301 W. Hampton Ave., Glendale, WI, United States +1 more

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: The Comedy of Romeo & Juliet, Kinda, Sorta by Optimist Theatre

Wisconsin Lutheran College 8800 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States +1 more

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Riverwest Farmers Market Milwaukee

Riverwest Neighborhood Milwaukee E Center St & N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

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Milwaukee Greek Fest at Wisconsin State Fair Park

Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

JUNE 21 (11am - 9pm), JUNE 22 (11am - 9pm) and JUNE 23 (11am - 6pm) Join us June 21-23 at State Fair park for our Greek Cuisine and pastries, Greek dancing, market place and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: The Comedy of Romeo & Juliet, Kinda, Sorta by Optimist Theatre

Wisconsin Lutheran College 8800 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States +1 more

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: The PLAY’s The Thing: Theatre Games and Adventures by Optimist Theatre

Lincoln Park 1301 W. Hampton Ave., Glendale, WI, United States +1 more

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Another Midsummer Night’s Dream by Optimist Theatre

Wisconsin Lutheran College 8800 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States +1 more

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Story Times

Story Time at Nugget Nation Brookfield

Nugget Nation MKE 12501 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI

Storytime with Julie and Playtime Storytime with Julie will start you week off right! Who love Books! We do and we are bringing storytime for all are nuggets! Come start your week off right with reading, crafts and play. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

$15

STEAM Lab – Wind Turbine Challenge at Oak Creek Public Library (Grades 1-6)

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

June 24th: Grades 1-2 from 1:30-2:30pm / Grades 3-6 from 2:30-3:30pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI  Work as a team to create, experiment and learn through hands-on activities. Wind turbines can be used to create electricity for a community. Let's learn the uses and science behind wind turbines […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Story Times

Sensory Story Time at The Bay View Community Center (Ages 0-5)

Bay View Community Center 1320 E Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us each month for Storytime with Ms. Megan, from Milwaukee Public Library. In this class, Ms. Megan will read stories, lead in songs, and finish with a Sensory Activity inspired by the monthly theme! Storytime is designed for children ages 0-5. (Older siblings are always welcome!) Bay View Community Center’s will also […]

Free
Event Series Chill on the Hill 2024

Chill on the Hill at Humboldt Park in Bay View Milwaukee

Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Chill on the Hill, brought to you by the Bay View Neighborhood Association and Milwaukee County Parks, is a weekly free summer concert event with live local music, food trucks, and fun for the whole family. The event happens Tuesday evenings at Humboldt Park in Bay View.  Humboldt Park offers 75,000 square feet of seating […]

Free

Middle School Detective Social Club Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library (Grades 6-8)

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

June 26th from 3:00pm - 4:00pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI  Enjoy socializing with other mystery fans at this detective social hour party. Participants will play detective/mystery games and trivia. Books and media in the mystery genre will also be on display and available for checkout. Light refreshments […]

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MPL’s Wonderfully Wild Wednesdays at Westlawn Gardens

Westlawn Gardens 6213 W Custer Ave, Milwaukee

Wednesday, June 26 from 3-5 pm / Westlawn Gardens 6213 W Custer Ave (Near the Community Gardens) Westlawn Gardens 6213 W Custer Ave (Near the Community Gardens) Get wonderfully WILD outside with programs featuring family activities and a chance to learn about summer reading with the Milwaukee Public Library. MPL card fines will be waived. […]

Free

Milwaukee River Round Up Concert Series

Milwaukee Riverfront 1200 W Canal St, Milwaukee, United States

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 […]

Free

Music at Burnham Pointe Park

Wednesday, June 26 from 6-8pm  Wednesday, July 17 from 6-8pm Burnham Pointe Park - 6039 W Burnham Street West Allis WI Let the rhythm move you and come on down to Burnham Pointe Park for an evening of FREE live music. While you enjoy the live music, your children can enjoy playing on the features […]

Free

The Mayfair Collection 2024 Music Spotlight

Mayfair Mall 2500 N Mayfair Rd, Milwaukee

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!)

Free
Event Series 2024 Story Times

Storytime at HAWS Schallock Center for Animals Delafield (Ages 2-8)

HAWS Schallock Center for Animals W330 S1205 County Rd C, Delafield, WI, United States

Do you have a child ages 2-8 years old that enjoys animals and listening to stories? Then Storytime at Schallock is a perfect fit! Come to HAWS Schallock Center for Animals in Delafield to hear a story about an animal with that animal. A HAWS educator will lead this hour-long program for you and your […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

Toons at Noon in Downtown Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center Courtyard 411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Family Fun – Puzzle Race at Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11)

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

June 27th 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 […]

Free

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 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

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck at Mayfair Wauwatosa

Mayfair Mall 2500 N Mayfair Rd, Milwaukee

Hello Milwaukee! The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is returning to Mayfair Mall on Saturday, 6/29! Come say hello to us near Barnes & Noble between 10am-7pm and pick up some supercute treats & merch, while supplies last! See you there! Milwaukee: THIS Saturday June 28 from 10 am to 7 pm at Mayfair Please note: Dates and […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: The PLAY’s The Thing: Theatre Games and Adventures by Optimist Theatre

Lincoln Park 1301 W. Hampton Ave., Glendale, WI, United States +1 more

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth by the Pocket Park Puppet Players aka Optimist Theatre

Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: Hamlet (One Woman as Everyone) by Optimist Theatre

Wisconsin Lutheran College 8800 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Shakespeare in the Park (SitP) performances are always free to attend. Seating is outdoors. Simply bring your own chair and grab a spot for any show. Members can reserve a space and non-members can register for the longer performances to receive reminders and updates. Show Listings Another Midsummer Night's Dream (Please see above on how […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Riverwest Farmers Market Milwaukee

Riverwest Neighborhood Milwaukee E Center St & N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Mini Fest at Zócalo Food Truck Park Milwaukee

Zócalo Food Truck Park 636 S 6th St, Milwaukee, United States

Zócalo Food Truck Park 636 S 6th St Milwaukee WI 53204 Sunday June 30 from 11 am - 3 pm Admission: FREE (Mini-Workshops require paid tickets, ranging from $4 to $10 each) Looking to get creative this weekend? Head to Zócalo Food Truck Park for an art making party! Learn, make, and create together in hands-on […]

Free

Mini Fest at Zócalo Food Truck Park Milwaukee

Zócalo Food Truck Park 636 S 6th St, Milwaukee, United States

Zócalo Food Truck Park 636 S 6th St Milwaukee WI 53204 Sunday June 30 from 11 am - 3 pm Admission: FREE (Mini-Workshops require paid tickets, ranging from $4 to $10 each) Looking to get creative this weekend? Head to Zócalo Food Truck Park for an art making party! Learn, make, and create together in hands-on […]

Free

Event Series Chill on the Hill 2024

Chill on the Hill at Humboldt Park in Bay View Milwaukee

Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Chill on the Hill, brought to you by the Bay View Neighborhood Association and Milwaukee County Parks, is a weekly free summer concert event with live local music, food trucks, and fun for the whole family. The event happens Tuesday evenings at Humboldt Park in Bay View.  Humboldt Park offers 75,000 square feet of seating […]

Free

Milwaukee River Round Up Concert Series

Milwaukee Riverfront 1200 W Canal St, Milwaukee, United States

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 […]

Free

The Mayfair Collection 2024 Music Spotlight

Mayfair Mall 2500 N Mayfair Rd, Milwaukee

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!)

Free
Event Series 4th of July 2024

Greendale’s Family 4th Fest

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

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 the 4th MKE!)

Free
Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

Toons at Noon in Downtown Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center Courtyard 411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

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

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