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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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In-Store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Home Depot - SE MKE 150 W Holt Ave, Milwaukee

In-Store Kids Workshops / Home Depot SE MKE  150 West Holt Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

Free – $50
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Hawsfest at Sussex Village Park

Sussex Village Park W244N6125 Weaver Dr, Sussex, WI, United States

HAWSfest (FKA Romp ‘n Rally) - Saturday, MAY 4 at 10:oo am – 3:oo pm at Sussex Village Park Join us for our 41st Annual Spring Event, formerly known as the Romp ‘n Rally, introduced this year as HAWSfest. HAWSfest is a pet-centric, activity based, fundraising event for pets and people. It will surely be […]

Free

Safety Around Water Community Day at West Suburban YMCA

West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

May 4 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 Join us for a fun and educational Safety Around Water Day! During this FREE event, your child will participate in activities and exercises led by YMCA staff designed to teach basic water safety skills that help reduce the risk […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Parks & Hikes

Spring Frog Hike at Kettle Moraine South at Paradise Springs Nature Trail

Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit S91W39091 State Rd 59, Eagle, WI, United States

Saturday, May 4 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Spring is here! Join us to find and identify different frogs on an easy 1/2 mile hike on the Paradise Springs Nature Trail. We will be listening to their calls and exploring their habitat. Boots are highly recommended, as trails are expected to be muddy. A valid state […]

Free

Gardening for Good at Green Power Garden with Sunbeam Kids

Green Power Garden S53W24747 Glendale Rd, Waukesha

05/05/2024 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM  & 06/01/2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Location: Green Power Garden: S53W24747 Glendale Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189 We are excited to return to Green Power Garden on Sunday, May 5th from 1:00-2:30 pm to help get the garden ready for spring planting!  Green Power Garden is a volunteer led program […]

Free

High School Musical Jr At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

Monday, May 6 & Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30pm Sunset School for the Arts students present Disney’s High School Musical JR.  Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. […]

$14
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Special Needs Resource Fair at Fox River Middle School in Waterford

Fox River Middle School 921 W Main St, Waterford, United States

  May 7, 2024 from 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm NEW LOCATION!! Fox River Middle School 921 W Main St - Door 1 Waterford WI A Special Needs Resource Fair is being held at Fox River Middle School from 4:30-6:30pm. There over 60+ agencies signed up to attend and share information about their organization and what they […]

Free

High School Musical Jr At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

Monday, May 6 & Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30pm Sunset School for the Arts students present Disney’s High School Musical JR.  Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. […]

$14

Family Mindfulness Time at the Bay View Community Center

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

April 24th & May 8th & May 22nd from 11:00am-12:00pm at Bayview Community Center 1320 E Okalahoma Ave Millwaukee WI No advance registration is required to attend Family Mindfulness – please join us for any session! Family Mindfulness sessions are held at BVCC twice per month, on Wednesdays from 11:00am-12:00pm.  Join Miss Holly for this free, drop-in […]

Free
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Plant A Pot For Mom Children’s Activity at Bluemel’s Garden Center in Greenfield

Bluemel's 4930 W Loomis Rd, Greenfield, United States

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024 AT 5:30pm Bluemel's Garden & Landscape Center 4930 W Loomis Rd Greenfield WI 53220 Children will have a blast creating their own potted plant to give Mom for Mother's Day. They'll also learn a lottle bit about plants- education & fun all rolled into one! Please note: Dates and times are […]

$10

Kids Night Out at the Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee Campus (Grades 1-6)

Wisconsin Humane Soceity Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, United States

Fridays, April 12 & May 10 from 5:00pm - 7:30pm at WHS Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Need an evening without the kids? Kids Night Out is for young people grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parent(s) to enjoy an evening out while the kids have an awesome time at the […]

$30
Event Series 2024 West Suburb Events

JCPenney Kids Zone Event at Brookfield Square

Brookfield Square Mall 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, United States

JCPENNEY April Kids Zone Event on Saturday, April 13 from 11 am to 12 pm During the April Kids Zone event, kids can will make an Owl Dream Catcher. They will also receive a collector’s pin, and a special lanyard to hold their Kids Zone pins. Parents receive a special 10% off coupon offer that […]

Free

Little Leaders at The Little Village Play Cafe in Wauwatosa: Storytime with Mandela Barnes

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

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm Storytime with Mandela Barnes at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Storytime with Mandela Barnes and his mother LaJuan Barnes just in time for Mother’s Day! Take home a flower-themed craft and learn about kindness.  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

$35
Event Series 2024 Racine Zoo Happenings

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Racine Zoo

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

Sunday, May 12, 2024   |   11AM – 12:30PM Let's celebrate moms! Join us for a special Mother's Day brunch to spend some quality time with mom and all of your favorite animals at the zoo! This fun event will include: Delicious catered brunch buffet Fun giraffe encounter sponsored by North Shore Bank Lovely flower for mom Commemorative photo […]

$60 – $80

Celebrate Diversity Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo

Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

May 18th from 9:30am - 1:00pm   Diversity is nature’s greatest strength.  It should be ours too. This event highlights nature’s diversityand focuses on increasing our connection to both nature and community. The fun includes a game to guess how many species are found in an ecosystem and learning about animal artifacts from around the […]

$20 – $35
Event Series Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Girls Can Fly Day at the Hartford Municipal Airport

Hartford Municipal Airport 4200 Co Hwy U, 53027, Hartford, Wisconsin, United States

Saturday, May 18th from 10:00am - 12:00pm at Kylie’s Cub Air Flight at the Hartford Municipal Airport 4200 Airport Drive Hartford WI 53027 Come join us at the Hartford WI municipal airport on Saturday May 18th from 10:00-12:00 for our free annual Girls Can Fly day. A light luncheon will be provided from 12:00-12:30. The […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Spring Clean Ups

West Allis Police Department’s Spring Community Clean Up

West Allis Police Department 6900 W National Ave, West Allis, United States

Join the West Allis Police Department at the Spring Community Clean Up on Saturday, May 18 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at the West Allis Police Satellite Station located at 6900 W National Ave West Allis WI. Light breakfast will be provided. The West Allis Police Department is looking for volunteers to help clean up our […]

Free
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 Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Parents Night Out at West Suburban YMCA (Ages 1-12)

West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Saturday, May 18th from 5:00pm -8:00 pm for Ages 1-12 West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children while you are enjoying yourself - kid free! […]

$20
Event Series Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14
Event Series Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

NatureNauts at Wehr Nature Center

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

A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. 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 Nature Time MKE!)

$10 – $12
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Tiny Hooves Sanctuary’s Birthday Party in Union Grove WI

Tiny Hooves Sanctuary 1117 N. Britton Rd, Union Grove, WI, United States

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A BIRTHDAY PARTY SUNDAY | MAY 19th | 2pm -5pm Tiny Hooves Sanctuary 1117 N Britton Road Union Grove WI 53192 Party Games / FREE Coloring Station / Card Making VEGAN FOOD FOR SALE including Grilled Hotdogs & Burgers &  An epic dessert table with sweets featuring vegan businesses from WI & IL PLEASE […]

Free

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

NatureNauts at Wehr Nature Center

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

A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. 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 Nature Time MKE!)

$10 – $12

Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee Campus (Ages 2-4)

Wisconsin Humane Soceity Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, United States

Tuesday, April 16 from 10:30 am - 11:00 am at WHS Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for Furry Tales! The Wisconsin Humane Society’s story time for children 2-4 years-old is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 am to 11 am. Animal-related books with a humane theme […]

Free – $10

Family Mindfulness Time at the Bay View Community Center

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

April 24th & May 8th & May 22nd from 11:00am-12:00pm at Bayview Community Center 1320 E Okalahoma Ave Millwaukee WI No advance registration is required to attend Family Mindfulness – please join us for any session! Family Mindfulness sessions are held at BVCC twice per month, on Wednesdays from 11:00am-12:00pm.  Join Miss Holly for this free, drop-in […]

Free

Filling Carts and Hearts at Friedens Community Food Center – Despensa De La Paz with Sunbeam Kids (Ages 7+)

Friedens Community Food Center - Despensa De La Paz 1615 S 22nd, Milwaukee

05/25/2024 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Location: 1615 S 22nd Milwaukee WI Filling Carts & Hearts at Friedens Community Food Center - Despensa De La Paz Friedens is Milwaukee's largest network of food centers and work to build community through nourishment. They have 4 locations and each year they serve 45,000 individuals and families in need […]

Free

Family Night Open Swim at St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care

St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care 2801 E Morgan Ave, Milwaukee, United States

FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - Mother's Day! St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, May 31st for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is Mother’s Day! All Mothers this night (5/31 only) swim FREE! - $5 per […]

$10 – $30

Lake Country DockHounds Cowabunga Weekend

Wisconsin Brewing Company Park 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

Join us for an action-packed Cowabunga Weekend from May 31st to June 2nd at the Wisconsin Brewing Company Park! Witness the excitement as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Kane County Cougars in what promises to be a series of thrilling games. Bring your family and friends to cheer on your favorite team in Lake […]

$20 – $55

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

In-Store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Home Depot - SE MKE 150 W Holt Ave, Milwaukee

In-Store Kids Workshops / Home Depot SE MKE  150 West Holt Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

Free – $50

Gardening for Good at Green Power Garden with Sunbeam Kids

Green Power Garden S53W24747 Glendale Rd, Waukesha

05/05/2024 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM  & 06/01/2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Location: Green Power Garden: S53W24747 Glendale Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189 We are excited to return to Green Power Garden on Sunday, May 5th from 1:00-2:30 pm to help get the garden ready for spring planting!  Green Power Garden is a volunteer led program […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Sports

Milwaukee Monarchs Home Game vs Portland Rising at Hart Park Wauwatosa

Hart Park 1190 N 70th St,, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

  June 1st at 3:00 pm Come cheer on the Milwaukee Monarchs as they welcome the Portland Rising in this regular season finale of professional women's ultimate frisbee in the Premier Ultimate League. In addition to the game, there will be food and beverage vendors, face-painting, a bounce-house, giveaways and more! Please note: Dates and […]

$15

Lake Country DockHounds Cowabunga Weekend

Wisconsin Brewing Company Park 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

Join us for an action-packed Cowabunga Weekend from May 31st to June 2nd at the Wisconsin Brewing Company Park! Witness the excitement as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Kane County Cougars in what promises to be a series of thrilling games. Bring your family and friends to cheer on your favorite team in Lake […]

$20 – $55
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Food Trucks and Jazz in St Francis

Milton Vretenar Municipal Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St Francis, WI

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 • 11 am - З pm • Vretenar Park •  4230 Kirkwood • St Francis WITen great Milwaukee food trucks! Check the website for a full list of trucks. Come for the food, stay for the jazz!  Two great Milwaukee jazz bands!  Hear all your favorite jazz standards by The E.P. Jazz […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Community Events

West Allis A La Carte

Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

WEST ALLIS A LA CARTE Sunday, June 2 from 11 am - 5 pm Downtown West Allis: Greenfield Ave from 70th - 76th Streets 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 West Allis A La Carte […]

Free

Lake Country DockHounds Cowabunga Weekend

Wisconsin Brewing Company Park 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Oconomowoc, WI, United States

Join us for an action-packed Cowabunga Weekend from May 31st to June 2nd at the Wisconsin Brewing Company Park! Witness the excitement as the DockHounds go head-to-head with the Kane County Cougars in what promises to be a series of thrilling games. Bring your family and friends to cheer on your favorite team in Lake […]

$20 – $55
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

Movie Night at LaFollette Park in West Allis

LaFollette Park 9418 W. Washington St., West Allis, WI, United States

Movie Night in the Park Friday, June 7 at LaFollette Park: 9418 W Washington St West Allis WI Movie begins at dusk Celebrate the start of summer by joining us for a free outdoor movie! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

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
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 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

Celebrate Father’s Day at Sherman Phoenix Milwaukee

Sherman Phoenix 3536 W Fond du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, United States

June 10 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm at Sherman Phoenix 3536 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee, WI Father's Day Celebration Time! Join us as we celebrate the Men that make an impactful impression in our communities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

Free

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