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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Week of Events
Sunday, April 12, 2026
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April 12, 2026 -KFH Legacy Garden Railroad
KFH Legacy Garden Railroad
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 […]
Monday, April 13, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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April 14, 2026 -Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 2-4)
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April 14, 2026 -Toddler Storytime at the St Francis Library
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April 14, 2026 -Spring Family Storytime at Hales Corners Library
Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 2-4)
Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. Same program offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Toddler Storytime at the St Francis Library
Ages 1.5 - 3 years. Siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
Spring Family Storytime at Hales Corners Library
Join Ms. Emily for fun stories, songs, and games too!
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026 -Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 2-4)
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April 15, 2026 -Move and Groove at the St Francis Library
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April 15, 2026 -Bilingual Storytime at The Mitchell Park Domes
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April 15, 2026 -Move and Groove at The St Francis Library
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April 15, 2026 -Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Racine Campus)
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April 15, 2026 -You Build It! At ML King Library MKE
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April 15, 2026 -Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library
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April 15, 2026 -Bats of WI
Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 2-4)
Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. Same program offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Move and Groove at the St Francis Library
Ages O - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
Bilingual Storytime at The Mitchell Park Domes
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 […]
Move and Groove at The St Francis Library
Ages 5 and under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. 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.
Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Racine Campus)
Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra special twist: your little ones will also meet an adorable animal at WHS! Registration is encouraged, but not required. There is a limit of 3 […]
You Build It! At ML King Library MKE
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 that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively […]
Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library
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.
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 […]
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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April 16, 2026 -Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 2-4)
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April 16, 2026 -Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Ozaukee Campus)
Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 2-4)
Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. Same program offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Ozaukee Campus)
Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra special twist: your little ones will also meet an adorable animal at WHS! Registration is encouraged, but not required. There is a limit of 3 […]
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 -Family Storytime at The St Francis Library
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April 17, 2026 -You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE
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 […]
Family Storytime at The St Francis Library
Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. 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.
You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE
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 […]
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 -Story Time in the Galleries at Milwaukee Art Museum
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 […]
Story Time in the Galleries at Milwaukee Art Museum
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 […]
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