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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KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls
Midwest Gaming Classic at The Baird Center MKE
Baird Center 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee
April Showers Cookie Workshop at Lion’s Tail Brewery (Wauwatosa) (Ages 10+)
Lion's Tail Brewing Co 8520 W North Ave, WauwatosaWeek of Events
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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April 26, 2026 -Art in the Green at The Mitchell Park Domes MKE
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April 26, 2026 -KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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April 26, 2026 -Midwest Gaming Classic at The Baird Center MKE
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April 26, 2026 -April Showers Cookie Workshop at Lion’s Tail Brewery (Wauwatosa) (Ages 10+)
Art in the Green at The Mitchell Park Domes MKE
Welcome to Milwaukee’s favorite indoor art festival! Dates: Saturday–Sunday, April 25–26, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Mitchell Park Domes, Milwaukee, WI Tickets Available Here Art in the Green, one of Milwaukee’s most popular art festivals, brings two days of art, food, and fun to the Mitchell Park Domes. This event hosts more than […]
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 […]
Midwest Gaming Classic at The Baird Center MKE
APRIL 24-26 | BAIRD CENTER The largest gaming event of the year is back celebrating 25 years! The Midwest Gaming Classic is a massive 350,000+ square foot gaming playground, packed with 10,000+ games all on free play, 300+ vendors, and 100+ industry guests from across the gaming world. As the largest and longest-running all-encompassing gaming […]
April Showers Cookie Workshop at Lion’s Tail Brewery (Wauwatosa) (Ages 10+)
Interested in learning more about decorated sugar cookies?! Three Asters is here to help! In this 1.5-hour class, we'll cover the basics to sugar cookies and royal icing! We'll do some piping practice with Royal Icing, talk about how to strategize the best ways to decorate sugar cookies, and cover the general concepts around dough and […]
Monday, April 27, 2026
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April 27, 2026 -Financial Literacy 101
Financial Literacy 101
Celebrate Financial Literacy Month with this interactive presentation, snacks, and prizes! Tweens and teens (ages 10 -18) are invited (with their adult) to learn about financial basics like how to make a budget and why to put money in a savings account. Presented in collaboration with Bank Five Nine.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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April 29, 2026 -LCMM x The Tidy Tot Express
LCMM x The Tidy Tot Express
✨LCMM x Tidy Tot Express Mom Walk!✨ ⏰When: April 29th | 9-11am 📍Where: Nixon Park, Hartland Join us for a morning of fresh air, connection, and a little something extra for moms💛 🧼The Tidy Tot Express is a local pickup and drop-off service that specializes in professionally cleaning and sanitizing car seats and strollers for […]
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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April 30, 2026 -All Ages and Abilities Wheelchair Basketball at Whitman Middle School MKE
All Ages and Abilities Wheelchair Basketball at Whitman Middle School MKE
Our 3v3 WheelchairBasketball League! All are welcome! Equipment is provided. All skill levels! JOIN US at WHITMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 11100 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI THURSDAYS APRIL 23 - MAY 28, 2026 from 6:00 - 9:00pm Register through Wauwatosa Rec! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Friday, May 1, 2026
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May 1, 2026 -Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
Fall down the rabbit hole into ALICE (in wonderland), a family-friendly adventure full of iconic characters and jaw-dropping dance, circus, theater, and puppetry. This vibrant delight promises something for all ages to enjoy! Get your tickets here! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Saturday, May 2, 2026
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May 2, 2026 -Annual Spring Train Jamboree at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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May 2, 2026 -KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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May 2, 2026 -Old Falls Revolutionary War Encampment at Old Falls Village Park (Menomonee Falls)
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May 2, 2026 -Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
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May 2, 2026 -The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
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May 2, 2026 -Mystery at The Milwaukee Public Museum: Family Edition
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May 2, 2026 -Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
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May 2, 2026 -The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Annual Spring Train Jamboree at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
G-Scale Model Railroad running all day, updated with Easter and spring embellishments. Music, entertainment, food and activities for children all day. Games & trains are FREE! Paint a Train Ornament $5 Plant Some Love for Mom $5 Scouts will be selling food, beverages and treats Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
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 […]
Old Falls Revolutionary War Encampment at Old Falls Village Park (Menomonee Falls)
Join us at Old Falls Village Park for the 250th Anniversary of America Celebration with The Old Falls Revolutionary War Days on May 2-3, 2026 Revolutionary soldiers recreate life in early America with battles, weapon demonstrations and more. Visit the army encampments and talk to the soldiers about life in early America. Our event season […]
Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
Fall down the rabbit hole into ALICE (in wonderland), a family-friendly adventure full of iconic characters and jaw-dropping dance, circus, theater, and puppetry. This vibrant delight promises something for all ages to enjoy! Get your tickets here! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at The Murder Mystery Playhouse are rehearsing a new show, Putting a Little English on It. It’s a not-so-good attempt at a British murder mystery, complete […]
Mystery at The Milwaukee Public Museum: Family Edition
Join us for another family version of our after-hours mystery caper! Mystery at MPM: Family Edition Gather your team and put your sleuthing skills to the test. Grab your magnifying glass and detective hat to follow a series of family friendly clues that lead you through the twisting corridors and shadowy corners of the Museum’s […]
Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
Fall down the rabbit hole into ALICE (in wonderland), a family-friendly adventure full of iconic characters and jaw-dropping dance, circus, theater, and puppetry. This vibrant delight promises something for all ages to enjoy! Get your tickets here! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at The Murder Mystery Playhouse are rehearsing a new show, Putting a Little English on It. It’s a not-so-good attempt at a British murder mystery, complete […]
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