KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls
Free
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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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Insect Pinning Workshop: Butterflies at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center (North Shore)
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside
$50 – $70
Week of Events
Sunday, April 12, 2026
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April 12, 2026 -KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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April 12, 2026 -Insect Pinning Workshop: Butterflies at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center (North Shore)
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April 12, 2026 -The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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
Insect Pinning Workshop: Butterflies at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center (North Shore)
Insect Pinning Workshop: Butterflies Sunday, April 12 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Immerse yourself in the world of insects by blending art and science during this hands-on, beginner-friendly insect preservation workshop. Through a presentation, learn about different species of Wisconsin butterflies and their ecology. Afterwards, create a shadow box display with a preserved butterfly. […]
$50 – $70
The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
Travel from Underhill, through the Wilderland, to the Lonely Mountain throughout “The Hobbit” with a story that captures imagination and magic at its heart during its run at the Racine Theatre Guild April 10 – 19, 2026. Embark on a Middle Earth journey with reluctant adventurer Bilbo Baggins. Coerced by Gandalf to join a […]
$15 – $20
Monday, April 13, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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April 14, 2026 -414 Day Celebration at Bars & Recreation Venues
414 Day Celebration at Bars & Recreation Venues
In celebration of Milwaukee’s beloved 414 Day, Bars & Recreation is inviting locals to get out and play with a special lineup of experiences for just $4.14. Held annually on April 14, 414 Day celebrates Milwaukee’s iconic 414 area code and the city pride that comes with it. To mark the occasion, Bars & Recreation venues across Milwaukee will offer a variety of signature […]
$4.14
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026 -Bats of WI
Bats of WI
Join Caroline Frantz and a bat ambassador to learn more about bioacoustic monitoring and how it is being used in the conservation efforts of Wisconsin’s bat population. Ages 12+ Bats fly seemingly silent through the night sky. The science of bioacoustics has taught us otherwise. Beyond our limited hearing range, bats emit high frequency calls […]
Free
Thursday, April 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, April 17, 2026
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April 17, 2026 -Morning Bird Hike at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 8+)
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April 17, 2026 -The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
Morning Bird Hike at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 8+)
With 300+ species and 70+ eBird hotspots, Waukesha County is a birder’s dream! Join the Benjamin F. Goss Bird Club to see how many different types of birds you can find on an easy, 1.5 mile walk. All skill levels welcome! Ages 8+ Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Free
The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
Travel from Underhill, through the Wilderland, to the Lonely Mountain throughout “The Hobbit” with a story that captures imagination and magic at its heart during its run at the Racine Theatre Guild April 10 – 19, 2026. Embark on a Middle Earth journey with reluctant adventurer Bilbo Baggins. Coerced by Gandalf to join a […]
$15 – $20
Saturday, April 18, 2026
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April 18, 2026 -KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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April 18, 2026 -Milwaukee Zine Fest at Central Library (Downtown MKE)
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April 18, 2026 -“Maker Mindset,” a Free Creative Community Event
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April 18, 2026 -Art Exploration Fair at The Charles Allis Art Museum (MKE East Side)
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April 18, 2026 -The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
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April 18, 2026 -The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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
Milwaukee Zine Fest at Central Library (Downtown MKE)
Milwaukee Zine Fest celebrates and promotes zine culture, DIY creative literary work, small-press publishing, and other independent, self-created publications in magazine-like format. Founded in 2008, MZF is an annual explosion of zine-focused wonder in the form of a boisterous festival featuring over 100 vendors from across the country. It's always free to attend, and always […]
Free
“Maker Mindset,” a Free Creative Community Event
Maker LLC, a Milwaukee-based design studio, is proud to present Maker Mindset, a free creative event celebrating the launch of its new YouTube channel dedicated to all forms of making. The event will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 10375 N. Baldev Court, Mequon, WI 53092. Open to creatives, […]
Free
Art Exploration Fair at The Charles Allis Art Museum (MKE East Side)
Join MIAD exhibiting artists to discover new creative materials and processes in this hands-on art fair at the Charles Allis Art Museum. Artists will walk participants through their creative methods and guide guests in short tutorials at their station. Experiment with mixed media drawing, conservation painting, sewing and fabric arts, writing and archiving, and more! […]
Free
The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
Travel from Underhill, through the Wilderland, to the Lonely Mountain throughout “The Hobbit” with a story that captures imagination and magic at its heart during its run at the Racine Theatre Guild April 10 – 19, 2026. Embark on a Middle Earth journey with reluctant adventurer Bilbo Baggins. Coerced by Gandalf to join a […]
$15 – $20
The Hobbit at The Racine Theatre Guild
Travel from Underhill, through the Wilderland, to the Lonely Mountain throughout “The Hobbit” with a story that captures imagination and magic at its heart during its run at the Racine Theatre Guild April 10 – 19, 2026. Embark on a Middle Earth journey with reluctant adventurer Bilbo Baggins. Coerced by Gandalf to join a […]
$15 – $20
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