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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Paws to Read Thursday, January 8 from 3:30-4 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Children practice reading aloud and improve their fluency by sharing […]
Crafterschool Days Thursday, January 8 from 3:30-4:30 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Enjoy an afternoon of various craft making from collage to coloring! […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Washington Park - NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at […]
Paws to Read Thursday, January 8 from 4:30-5 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Children practice reading aloud and improve their fluency by sharing a story […]
You Build It! Friday, January 9 from 3:30-5:30 pm Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Calling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
You Build It! Friday, January 9 from 4:30-5:45 pm Mitchell Street Library - 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI Calling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, LEGO […]
Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins […]
DelaFREEZE (Free!) When: January 10, 10 AM – 3 PM | Where: Downtown DelafieldWatch ice carvers create stunning sculptures, ice skate, and warm up with hot cocoa or a Bloody Mary […]
Polar Plunge! Saturday, January 10 from 10:30-11:15 am ML King Library - 2901 N MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI Plunge into winter with the library! We're reading poems about the […]
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Winterfest • SAT, JANUARY 10 • 3PM-7PM Join us in bringing the magic of winter to New Berlin! Our Annual Winterfest is just around the corner, and we're excited to offer various sponsorship […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
The New Berlin History Museum will be open the second Sunday of each month during the hours 1-4 pm. There is no admission charge. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Polar Plunge! Monday, January 12 from 4-4:45 pm Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Plunge into winter with the library! We're reading poems about the Arctic, learning […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Step into a magical Winter Wonderland with us! Families are invited to enjoy a cozy winter evening filled with creativity, play, and snowy fun! An unforgetable event that will warm your hearts! […]
French Club for Kids Tuesday, January 6 from 3:30-5 pm East Library - 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Every Tuesday night is family night at the Landing! Open all year, we will have indoor and outdoor activities for families and kids of all ages. Featured partners: Tosa Block […]
Game Night Tuesdays from 5-7:30 pm Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for an evening of gaming at the library. Please note: […]
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.
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Washington Park - NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Winter on Main Friday and Saturday, January 16th & 17th Explore the magic of winter in Downtown West Bend Explore 55+ custom crafted ice sculptures and the magic of winter. […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Winter on Main Friday and Saturday, January 16th & 17th Explore the magic of winter in Downtown West Bend Explore 55+ custom crafted ice sculptures and the magic of winter. […]
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
SPECIAL EVENT January 17 from 11am-2pm (shows begin every 45 min) - Waukesha JanBoree - “Aurora: Lights of Wonder” - FREE admission! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Winterfest 2026 - Sunday, January 18 from 10am-2pm Cure your cabin fever ~ FREE EVENT! Children's crafts and activities, activities with Wehr Nature Center and more! Guided Winter Walks will […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day Monday, January 19 from 9 am-5 pm ML King Library - 2901 N MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI Building hope and inspiring change. Celebrate […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
MLK National Day of Service Monday, January 19 | 10-11:30 am Congregation Shalom – Fox Point Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a kid-focused morning of […]
The public is invited to join Bay Shore members in serving the community through the following volunteer activities. Sign up in advance and walk-ins are also welcome. Assembly of 1,500 […]
MLK Day of Community January 19, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM 414loral 1739 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive Milwaukee WI Join us for a creative, joy-filled […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
42nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration January 19, 2026 @ 4:00 PM The Marcus Performing Arts Center has celebrated Dr. King’s Birthday annually since 1984. The Dr. […]
Join our Middle School Craft Club and do a new project at each session. This program is for those in grades 6-8 and will take place in the Story Time […]
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