Milwaukee Family Events

Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar — your go-to guide for family-friendly events in the Milwaukee area. From free storytimes and hands-on workshops to can’t-miss festivals and seasonal celebrations, we round up the best local happenings for kids and families all in one place.

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  • Saturday Storytime @ the St. Francis Library: Rocks

    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    Ages 0 - 5. No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.

    Free

  • Technology Dinosaur Museum

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

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  • KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)

    KFH Legacy Garden Railroad
    Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    The G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running,  on weekends  Saturday & Sunday 10am - 3pm Spend time discovering all the different scenarios that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit […]

    Free

  • Story Time in the Galleries at Milwaukee Art Museum

    Milwaukee Art Museum 2026
    Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you […]

    $22 – $30

  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free – $20

  • MYSO Jazz at Summerfest

    Milwaukee Summerfest Grounds 200 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Celebrate the next generation of Milwaukee musicians at Summerfest! Join MYSO's talented Jazz Studies and Steel Band students as they bring energy, creativity, and outstanding musicianship to the Northwestern Mutual […]

  • Air City 360 Father’s Day Event

    AirCity360 5320 S Moorland Rd, New Berlin, United States

    Air City 360 is hosting our first Father's Day Event on June 21, 2026 from 1pm - 4pm.   Celebrate this family day with Outdoor Activities, Trivia, Great Food, Half […]

    Free – $19.99

  • Baby Story Time

    Baby Story Time
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early […]

    Free

  • Outdoor Storytime

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime at Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.

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  • Public Ice Skating at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)

    Public Ice Skating at Eble Arena Brookfield
    Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, and make memories on the ice. Our Public Skate sessions welcome all ages and skill levels, everyone’s invited to join the fun! Please note: Dates […]

    $6 – $10

  • Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!

    Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
    Zarminali Pediatrics- 800 N Mayfair Rd Ste 200, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 Zarminali Pediatrics, Wauwatosa/Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Zarminali Pediatrics is a new pediatric clinic located in the Menomonee Falls and Wauwatosa communities. We will be hosting a newborn education series over the course of 4 weeks in April. This series is designed to help you feel confident and supported as you prepare for your baby’s arrival. During each session, you’ll have the […]

    Free

  • Toddler Story Time

    Toddler Story Time
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 20-minute Story Time followed is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes.   Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story Time Room. Please only attend one time slot per day. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone […]

    Free

  • Bilingual Storytime at The Mitchell Park Domes

    The Mitchell Park Domes 2026
    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    December 31 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am BilingualStorytime at The Domes Bilingual Storytime at The Domes Mitchell Park Domes The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime the last Wednesday of the month! No pre-registration required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]

    $6 – $9

  • Preschool Obstacle Course

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Bring your little ones to the Library to get out some wiggles and practice gross motor skills! This program is best suited for ages 1 – 5  with their caregiver.

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  • Community Science: Dragonflies at Waukesha County Parks (Locations Vary)

    West Suburbs 2026
    Waukesha County Parks 515 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, United States

    Join our knowledgeable staff for a hands-on experience that brings science to life! Learn how scientists observe wildlife, collect field data, and contribute to research – then help track dragonflies and damselflies in our invertebrate survey. Participants can earn eligible volunteer service hours while learning, exploring, and making a difference. No prior experience is needed. […]

    Free

  • Hot Ones

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Think you can handle the heat or are you headed for extinction? Join us for a prehistoric twist on the "Hot Ones" challenge! We’re serving up dinosaur nuggets...

  • You Build It! At ML King Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Calling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, LEGO Bricks, blocks, and construction straws. Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program […]

    Free

  • Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. 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.

    Free

  • Outdoor Storytime

    Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.

    In...

  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]

    Free – $20

  • MYSO Steel Band at Summerfest

    Milwaukee Summerfest Grounds 200 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Celebrate the next generation of Milwaukee musicians at Summerfest! Join MYSO's talented Steel Band students as they bring energy, creativity, and outstanding musicianship to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park Stage. […]

  • Public Ice Skating at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)

    Public Ice Skating at Eble Arena Brookfield
    Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, and make memories on the ice. Our Public Skate sessions welcome all ages and skill levels, everyone’s invited to join the fun! Please note: Dates […]

    $6 – $10

  • Family Dino Bingo

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    D-I-N-O, what's that spell? We hope you have a "free space" on your calendar for some special dino-themed family bingo fun. This event is for children ages twelve...

  • Wisconsin Card Show at The Fiserv Forum MKE

    Fiserv Forum 2026
    Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

      Lake County Cards and SWARMM Events will bring the Wisconsin Card Show to Fiserv Forum June 26–28, marking the first time the popular event will be held at Milwaukee’s premier sports and entertainment destination. The Wisconsin Card Show will be the signature card collecting event in the Milwaukee area, featuring more than 400 tables […]

    $15

  • You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. Available materials include Magna-Tiles, LEGO bricks, blocks, and construction straws. The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively on building […]

    Free

  • FREE Realize Your Dream Workshop

    Schauer Arts Center 147 N. Rural St., Hartford, WI, United States

    Ages 7-14 are invited to this FREE interactive performing arts workshop, featuring our 2026 KIDS Dance Assistant, Independent Choreographer and KID Alumna Aurora Hines! Register today!   In this 1-hour session, participants have a choice to hang with the band to create their own music composition, earn portions of the choreography from the show with […]

    Free

  • Wisconsin Card Show at The Fiserv Forum MKE

    Fiserv Forum 2026
    Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

      Lake County Cards and SWARMM Events will bring the Wisconsin Card Show to Fiserv Forum June 26–28, marking the first time the popular event will be held at Milwaukee’s premier sports and entertainment destination. The Wisconsin Card Show will be the signature card collecting event in the Milwaukee area, featuring more than 400 tables […]

    $15

  • Story Time in the Galleries at Milwaukee Art Museum

    Milwaukee Art Museum 2026
    Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you […]

    $22 – $30

  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free – $20

  • KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)

    KFH Legacy Garden Railroad
    Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    The G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on weekends  Saturday & Sunday 10am - 3pm Spend time discovering all the different scenarios that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit […]

    Free

  • Wisconsin Card Show at The Fiserv Forum MKE

    Fiserv Forum 2026

      Lake County Cards and SWARMM Events will bring the Wisconsin Card Show to Fiserv Forum June 26–28, marking the first time the popular event will be held at Milwaukee’s premier sports and entertainment destination. The Wisconsin Card Show will be the signature card collecting event in the Milwaukee area, featuring more than 400 tables […]

    $15

  • Public Ice Skating at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)

    Public Ice Skating at Eble Arena Brookfield
    Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, and make memories on the ice. Our Public Skate sessions welcome all ages and skill levels, everyone’s invited to join the fun! Please note: Dates […]

    $6 – $10

  • Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2026
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! 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.

    $15

  • Public Ice Skating at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)

    Public Ice Skating at Eble Arena Brookfield
    Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Grab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, and make memories on the ice. Our Public Skate sessions welcome all ages and skill levels, everyone’s invited to join the fun! Please note: Dates […]

    $6 – $10

  • Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2026
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! 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.

    $15

  • America 250 Family Party

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    It's the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States! Let's celebrate with special crafts, games, and activities. This event is best suited for children ages...

  • Baby Story Time

    Baby Story Time
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early literacy. Play time with toys to follow. Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story Time Room. Please only attend one […]

    Free

  • Outdoor Storytime

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime at Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.

    In...

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