Free things to do with kids in Toledo
Toledo is full of free family fun. Here's every free, kid-friendly event we're tracking right now, updated daily.
Scarecrow Lane
Halloween-themed walk through Retzer Nature Center featuring scarecrows and seasonal fun.
Discover the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train
Free visit to the Midwest's largest G-scale model train display at Shady Lane Greenhouse.
Doors Open Milwaukee
Free architectural walking tour of downtown Milwaukee's iconic buildings and neighborhoods.
Stepping Stone Farms Fall Open House (Franksville)
Free fall farm open house at Stepping Stone Farms—animals, activities & seasonal fun.
Lake Country DockHounds Outdoor Farmer’s Market & Car Show
Free outdoor farmers market and car show at Lake Country DockHounds ballpark.
Greenfield Farmer’s Market
Weekly farmer's market at Konkel Park with local produce and vendors.
Deer District Farmer’s Market
Fresh produce and local goods at the Deer District Farmer's Market.
Maravilla Montessori School Open House 2026
Maravilla Montessori School Open House 2026 in Waukesha
Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library
Board games and card games on Sunday afternoons at Tippecanoe Library.
Will Branch Family Concert at Anodyne Coffee Roasters (Walker’s Point)
Live family-friendly concert by Will Branch at Anodyne Coffee Roasters.
Open House at the Milwaukee Fire Museum
Free open house at the Milwaukee Fire Museum with fire-safety history.
BrookFalls Farmers Market
Mobile farmers market with food trucks and live music in Brookfield.
Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Walk through a festive scarecrow-themed lane at Retzer Nature Center—free fall fun.
Harbor Fest at UWM’s School of Freshwater Sciences (Harbor View Plaza)
Free waterfront festival celebrating freshwater science and lake ecology.
Costumes Needed at the Brookfield Library
Halloween program at Brookfield Library encouraging creative costume ideas and festive fun.
Piala’s Nursery Fall Fest
Free fall festival at Piala's Nursery with crafts, live music, and seasonal fun.
Family Fun Storytime
Family Fun Storytime at Delafield Library—free stories, crafts, and giggles for young kids.
Babytime at the Brookfield Library
Babytime at Brookfield Library—free songs, stories, and bonding for the littlest learners.
Music and Movement Story Time at The Oak Creek Public Library
Free story time with songs and movement for babies and toddlers.
Hartland Library Storytime
Hartland Library Storytime—free tales and early literacy fun for young bookworms.
Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Free story time for young listeners at Wonderland Bookshop in Shorewood.
Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
Free baby-and-parent program at Zarminali Pediatrics with parenting tips and early development info.
Toddler Time Storytime, Oconomowoc Library
Free toddler storytime at Oconomowoc Public Library.
Toddler Storytime @ the St. Francis Library
Free storytelling session for babies and toddlers at St. Francis Public Library.
French Club for Kids at East Library MKE
Free French language club for kids at Milwaukee Public Library – East Branch.
Brookfield Library Playgroup
Free playgroup at Brookfield Library for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to socialize and play.
Game Night at Center Street Library MKE
Free game night at Milwaukee Public Library – Center Street branch for kids and families.
Try it Free Classes at Mosaic Creative Studios in Brookfield
Free trial classes in music and theater at Mosaic Creative Studios.
Baby and Lapsit Storytime, Oconomowoc Library
Free baby and lapsit storytime at Oconomowoc Public Library for the littlest listeners.
Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE
Drop-in maker activities for kids at Zablocki Library—free hands-on STEM fun.
Move & Groove @ the St. Francis Library
Free music and movement program for babies and toddlers at St. Francis Public Library.
Read Aloud, Read Along! At Center Street Library
Interactive read-aloud program at Milwaukee Public Library – Center Street for emerging readers.
Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library
Free building and design club for kids at Milwaukee Public Library's main downtown branch.
LEGO Club-Waukesha
Free LEGO building club at Waukesha Public Library—perfect for school-age builders.
Craft & Chat at East Library MKE
Drop-in craft session with conversation at Milwaukee Public Library's East Branch.
Patiopalooza at The Little Village Play Cafe (MKE/Tosa)
Free patio party with games and activities at Little Village Play Cafe.
Brookfield Library Toddler Tales
Toddler-focused stories and activities at Brookfield Library.
Kickoff Event for Let’s Hike Delafield
Kickoff event for Let's Hike Delafield community hiking initiative.
Pokémon Club
Pokémon fans meet up to trade, battle, and celebrate at Hartland Library.
Time for Tots
Free playgroup for young children and caregivers at Zion Lutheran Church, Hartland.
Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum
Free admission Thursdays at the Milwaukee Public Museum—explore exhibits at no cost.
East Troy Farmers Market
Local farmers market with fresh produce and community vendors in East Troy.
Food Truck Friday
Free food truck gathering at the airport—casual family-friendly eats and fun.
Family Storytime @ the St. Francis Library
Free family story time at St. Francis Public Library for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
State Fair Harvest Fair
State Fair Harvest Fair at West Allis—free fall festival for families.
You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE
Free hands-on building program for kids at Milwaukee Public Library's Center Street branch.
East Troy First Fridays: Fall Fair at Village Square Park
Free fall fair in East Troy with vendors, activities, and community fun on First Friday.
New Berlin Farmers Market
Free farmers market at New Berlin City Center with fresh local produce.
Greenfield Fall Family Fest at Konkel Park
Free fall family festival at Konkel Park with activities and fun for all ages.
Hartford Farmers Market
Free farmers market at Jordan Park in Hartford with local produce and vendors.
Delafield Farmers Market
Free farmers market in Delafield with live music and local vendors.
Oconomowoc Farmers Market
Free farmers market at Bank Five Nine Parking Lot in Oconomowoc.
Waukesha Farmers Market
Free farmers market in Waukesha with fresh produce, local vendors, and community vibes.
Abundant Life Church Fall Festival
Free fall festival at Abundant Life Apostolic Church with family-friendly fun.
Waukesha Art Crawl
Free art walk through downtown Waukesha showcasing local galleries and artists.
Brookfield Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market in Brookfield with fresh local produce and vendors.
Falls Harvest Festival
Free fall festival at Mill Pond Park with live music, games, and harvest fun for all ages.
Try Hockey for FREE, Hartland
Free intro to hockey at Mullett Ice Center in Hartland—try it before you commit.
Tosa Farmers Market
Shop local produce, crafts, and food at Wauwatosa's free, family-friendly farmers market.
Milwaukee County Zoo Free Day
Free admission day at Milwaukee County Zoo—explore wildlife without the ticket cost.
ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library
Preschoolers explore letters and literacy through play and stories at Milwaukee Central Library.
Milwaukee Zoo Family Free Day
Enjoy free admission to Milwaukee County Zoo on this special family day—fun for everyone!
Harvest Craft Fair
Free craft fair at a local school featuring handmade goods and artisan vendors.
Dayspring Fall Harvest Fest
Free fall harvest celebration at DaySpring Preschool & Childcare in Pewaukee.
Gnash
Gnash at Shank Hall
STEM Lab
Free hands-on STEM activities at Hartland Public Library.
Brookfield Library Family Time
Free storytime and activities for young children at Brookfield Library.
Fall Pumpkin Fest at the MMSD West Basin Site MKE
Free fall festival with pumpkins and seasonal fun for all ages.
Milwaukee Korea Day Celebration at UWM’s Peck School of the Arts
Free celebration of Korean culture with performances, crafts, and food.
Family Playgroup at Victory of the Lamb (Franklin)
Free playgroup for babies and toddlers at a faith community.
David Nail: Down To The Studs
David Nail: Down To The Studs at Shank Hall
Friends of the Oconomowoc Library Book Sale
Friends of the Oconomowoc Library Book Sale at Oconomowoc Public Library
LEGO Club at The Brookfield Public Library
Free monthly LEGO building club at the library for kids who love creating.
Free Family Art Workshop
Free family art workshop held monthly at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts.
Bayshore Fall Fest (Glendale)
Free fall festival at Bayshore Mall with seasonal activities and family fun.
Pumpkin Party in the Park
Free Halloween-themed party in the park with trick-or-treating and outdoor movies.
Habitat Restoration Mukwonago Park
Free habitat restoration volunteer work for teens at Mukwonago Park.
Drop-in Gaming
Free drop-in gaming sessions at Delafield Library for kids and families.
Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)
Free weekly farmers market with fresh produce, crafts, and family activities.
Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)
Free art workshops taught by professional artists for families of all ages.
Gather & Grow Art Market
Free art market at a kid-friendly play cafe—browse handmade goods and let kids play.
Waukesha County Parks Presents Community Science: Pollinators
Free community science program exploring pollinators in Waukesha County parks.
Storytime at the Farmers Market
Free storytime at Menomonee Falls Farmers Market—stories with fresh air and local vendors.
University Lake School All School Open House
Tour University Lake School's classrooms and learn about preschool programs.
Will Dempsey
Will Dempsey at Shank Hall
MPAC Presents 43rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration
Free community celebration honoring Dr. MLK Jr. at Marcus Performing Arts Center.
43rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration
Free MLK Jr. Birthday Celebration with performances at Marcus Performing Arts Center.
Good to know
- Are there really free things to do with kids in Toledo?
- Yes — from library story times and park programs to free festivals and community days, this list pulls every free family event we can find, refreshed daily.
- How often is this updated?
- Every day. Past events drop off automatically and new free events are added as we find them.