Family events in Milwaukee, WI

This car show showcases vehicles alongside live musical performances, adding a soundtrack to the experience.

This free game night takes place at Falcon Hall inside Falcon Bowl on most Wednesdays. The second and fourth Wednesdays feature a Smash Bros. Melee tournament. It is open to all ages.

Allende Cocina Mexicana hosts a fan meet and greet with Damian Chapa, known as Miklo from the film Blood In Blood Out. Admission is $30 and includes a selfie photo. Children under 11 are admitted free. Autographs on outside merchandise are $30, while items purchased from the Vato Loco Booth include a complimentary autograph. LA ONDA jackets will be available for $150.

At Pet Days in Zócalo, a mobile dog treadmill van will be on site offering workout sessions for first time and returning clients. Guests can browse vendors, grab a bite from food trucks, and order drinks from the bar. The sessions provide an alternative way to keep dogs active and engaged while enjoying the rest of the event.

VIP ticket holders for Peanuts Night can take part in an exclusive experience that includes autographs on bobblehead boxes and a dedicated question and answer session.

Settle in comfortably by bringing a chair, a blanket, and your own snacks. Complimentary popcorn will be available while supplies last.

Celebrate the close of summer with a seasonal sale featuring mums, pumpkins, and unique handmade items. Browse flowers and gourds, discover crafted pieces, and find simple touches that welcome the shift into fall.

The sixteenth House Practice features combat games for adults and children, along with complete role-play modules. Food is provided, with optional donations to help offset food costs. Admission to this community event is free.

Explore creations from more than 70 local makers, with food trucks and music adding to the atmosphere. The market is stroller friendly, making it easy to navigate with little ones.

Barktoberfest, featuring the Walk Run Wag fun run, is Friends of MADACC’s largest fundraiser of the year and will be held at Estabrook Beer Garden. Attendees can meet adoptable dogs, visit with vendors, and connect with rescue partners. Friends of MADACC merchandise will be available, with proceeds benefiting MADACC. The festivities also include a pet costume contest, the Walk Run Wag fun run, and raffles.

Try recreational tree climbing at Fox Brook Park under the supervision of a tree climbing adventure guide. Participants use rope and saddle techniques similar to professional climbers. Ages 7 through adult are welcome. No prior experience is needed, and all equipment and instruction are provided. The cost is $49 per person. A Waukesha County Parks vehicle entry fee is not included in registration, and a daily pass or annual membership is required for park entry.

At the Milwaukee County Zoo, the 30th Annual Statewide Down Syndrome Awareness Walk features registration and a Family Festival with inflatables, games, prizes, raffles, and more. Raffle sales close prior to the 21 Showcase & Awards Ceremony. Afterward, attendees can pick up raffle items and head into the zoo, and families are welcome to stay and picnic.

Mermaid Echo teams up with Mr. Larkin at UWM School of Freshwater Sciences for an educational presentation inside a 750 gallon traveling mermaid tank during Harbor Fest.

Families can enjoy a dining special where guests age 12 and under receive a complimentary kids entrée, valued up to $15, with the purchase of an adult entrée. The offer is limited to one free kids meal per adult meal purchased. It cannot be combined with other promotions, specials, or dip certificates, and it is not available on holidays.