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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  • Teen Hangout

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

    Hang out in the Teen Space!  We’ll have gaming, crafting (like Perler Beads, DIY stickers, button making, etc), and snacks out!

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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

  • The Painted Path: A Guided Tour of Murals and Heritage

    LATINO ARTS, INC 1028 S 9th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Explore the rich history of Milwaukee’s Hispanic/Latino community through exhibits, murals, and public art across the UCC campus, including works by acclaimed muralist, Reynaldo Hernandez, neighborhood youth, schools, community groups, and residents. The tour will highlight the history behind neighborhood architecture and landmarks such as the Lady of Guadalupe Shrine and Walker’s Square Park. The workshop […]

    $10.00

  • Community Science: Butterflies

    Community Science: Butterflies
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Join our team and fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants […]

    Free

  • Talavera Birdhouses

    LATINO ARTS, INC 1028 S 9th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Come paint a birdhouse with us that you get to take home and put in your garden! Families will learn construction and painting techniques as they build and decorate birdhouses featuring Talavera designs. They will also explore this traditional folk art, including its history and evolution—from its roots in the Middle East and Spain to […]

  • Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour at The Fiserv Forum MKE

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

    JULY 24, 2026 / FRIDAY@ 7:00 PM GET TICKETS The Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour is headed to Milwaukee this summer on July 24! Bring YOUR squad and get ready to experience the Dudes like you’ve never seen them before. This brand new tour is filled with larger than life battles, unexpected twists and for […]

    $40 – $220

  • Community Science: Clams (County Parks)

    Centennial Park Grafton, WI, United States

    Join our team for an engaging, hands-on survey of aquatic life! Learn how scientists study invertebrates and assist in monitoring invasive Asian clams to help safeguard our waterways. Earn volunteer service hours while gathering meaningful field data and putting your skills into action. No prior experience is needed. (Ages 13+) Dress for the weather, as […]

    Free

  • Community Science: Butterflies

    Community Science: Butterflies
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Join our team and fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants […]

    Free

  • 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

  • Community Science: Pollinators (Waukesha County Parks: Locations Vary, See Info)

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

    Team up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn volunteer hours, and put your new skills into action. No prior experience is needed. Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. (Ages 13+) […]

    Free

  • Community Science: Pollinators (Waukesha County Parks: Locations Vary, See Info)

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

    Team up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn volunteer hours, and put your new skills into action. No prior experience is needed. Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. (Ages 13+) […]

    Free

  • Community Science: Pollinators (Waukesha County Parks: Locations Vary, See Info)

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

    Team up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn volunteer hours, and put your new skills into action. No prior experience is needed. Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. (Ages 13+) […]

    Free

  • Community Science: Pollinators (Waukesha County Parks: Locations Vary, See Info)

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

    Team up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn volunteer hours, and put your new skills into action. No prior experience is needed. Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. (Ages 13+) […]

    Free

  • Habitat Restoration Naga-Waukee Park

    Naga-Waukee Park 651 Hwy 83, Hartland, United States

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! No prior experience is needed. Meets at Park Office (Ages 13+)  Dress for the weather, as work takes place outdoors. In poor weather, workday may […]

    Free

  • Habitat Restoration Minooka Park

    Minooka Park 1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha, United States

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! No prior experience is needed. Meets at Picnic Area 3 (Ages 13+)  Dress for the weather, as work takes place outdoors. In poor weather, workday […]

    Free

  • GO DOG GO! / VE PERRO ¡VE!

    Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United States

    Go Dog Go! comes to life on stage in a fast, funny, bilingual musical romp full of roller-skating, bicycle-riding, and car-driving dogs. P.D. Eastman’s classic is delightfully ridículo—and wonderfully fun for all ages! Ve Perro ¡Ve! cobra vida en el escenario en una aventura rápida, divertida, musical bilingüe, llena de perros que patinan sobre ruedas, montan en bicicleta […]

    $27

  • Habitat Restoration Mukwonago Park

    Mukwonago Park S100W31900 County Hwy LO, Mukwonago, United States

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! No prior experience is needed. Meets at Picnic Area 1 (Ages 13+) Dress for the weather, as work takes place outdoors. In poor weather, workday […]

    Free

  • Community Science: Pollinators (Waukesha County Parks: Locations Vary, See Info)

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

    Team up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn volunteer hours, and put your new skills into action. No prior experience is needed. Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. (Ages 13+) […]

    Free

  • Habitat Restoration at Muskego Park

    Teen Events 2026
    Muskego Park S83 W20370 Janesville Rd, Muskego, WI, United States

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! No prior experience is needed. Meets at Picnic Area 4 (Ages 13+) Dress for the weather, as work takes place outdoors. In poor weather, workday […]

    Free

  • Habitat Restoration Nashotah Park

    Nashotah Park W330 N5113 County Rd C, Nashotah, United States

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! No prior experience is needed. Meets at Picnic Area 2 (Ages 13+) Dress for the weather, as work takes place outdoors. In poor weather, workday […]

    Free

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