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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  • EDtalk: The Village Speaks | Navigating Autism Together – Part 2

    St. Francis Children's Center 6700 N. Port Washington rd, MIlwaukee, WI, United States

    Understanding medical, educational, and family supports after an autism diagnosis. When a child receives an autism diagnosis, families often leave with more questions than answers. What happens next? Where do […]

    Free
  • Move and Groove at The St Francis Library

    Move & Groove @ the St. Francis Library
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Superhero Storytime and Playtime at The Menomonee Falls Library

    Menomonee Falls Library 2026
    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Join us for a special storytime all about superheroes! Then, we'll color a superhero mask and complete a mini superhero obstacle course! Registration is required. This program is best suited for ages 2-5 with their caregiver. This program was made possible with support from the Menomonee Falls Library Friends. Please note: Dates and times are subject […]

    Free
  • Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Build, create and play at the Zablocki Library every Wednesday afternoon! This is an open-ended making and play time held in the library’s public space. Materials are available for hands-on […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • You Build It! At ML King Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    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.

    Free
  • Forge Jr Family Night at The Menomonee Falls Public Library

    Menomonee Falls Library 2026
    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Liven up your Wednesday and hang out in the Forge Jr.! We’ll have crafts, games, and activities perfect for families and children twelve and under. This program was made possible with support from the Menomonee Falls Library Friends. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]

    Free
  • Homeschool Hive at Hales Corners Library

    Homeschool Hive at Hales Corners Library
    Hales Corners Library 5885 S 116th St, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Join a buzzing community of homeschool families for hands-on activities, creative projects, and social connections. Homeschool Hive is your space to learn, share, and grow together – because education is sweeter when we’re in it as a hive.

  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Kids Impact Community Event: Make Easter Cards for Grandfriends with Park Pals at OAW New Berlin

    OAW Sports Complex 5330 S Racine Ave, New Berlin, United States

    Engage your children’s creativity and compassion by creating Easter cards for grandfriends where Kids Impact Community host intergenerational play groups. Kids Impact Community is partnering with Park Pals for an indoor Winter Series play session! During this event, children will have the opportunity to create Easter cards for our grandfriends before joining a 30-minute program of […]

    Free
  • You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Oak Creek Winter Farmers Market

    Oak Creek 2026
    Oak Creek Community Center 8580 S Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United States

    When the temperatures drop, the flavors don’t stop. The Oak Creek Winter Farmers Market brings more than 65 local vendors under one roof each week, turning winter Saturdays into a […]

    Free
  • Sherman Park Neighborhood’s Winter Farmer’s Market at The Table

    2026 Winter Farmer’s Market
    The Table 3970 N 54th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Saturdays through the end of March:  9:00 am - 2:00 pm The Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market has returned to The Table every Saturday this winter. Its dual goals are to provide a venue for the community to access local and regional produce, meats, bread, honey and other value-added products, and to support local family businesses […]

    Free
  • LEGO Club at The Brookfield Public Library

    LEGO Club
    Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Free-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library's challenge! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]

    Free
  • Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)

    Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United States

    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 please. The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops! Every 2nd Saturday of the month. Free of charge to […]

    Free
  • Kid Boogie Down at the Cooperage MKE

    Kid Boogie Down 2026
    The Cooperage 822 S Water St, Milwaukee, United States

    The Kid Boogie Down brings its family friendly fun to The Cooperage! Founded in Milwaukee in January 2017, Kid Boogie Down began as a full sensory family-friendly dance party experience. […]

    $15 – $20
  • Pi Day Party at Mathnasium Wauwatosa

    West Suburbs 2026
    Mathnasium Wauwatosa 6931 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

    Pi Day is almost here!  Join us on Saturday, March 14 (3.14). It's math's biggest day of the year and we’re planning a party at Mathnasium to celebrate the mathematical constant, π (pi)! We encourage you to stop in anytime between 10AM and 1PM to join us for some fun math activities, raffles, and snacks! The […]

    Free
  • Be My Neighbor Day at Milwaukee Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    Enjoy fun hands-on activities, stories and learn what it means to be a caring neighbor. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to meet and take your picture with Daniel Tiger! We can’t wait to see you at this grr-ific event! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

    Free
  • KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)

    KFH Legacy Garden Railroad
    Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    The G-Scale Railroad is a permanent display in our House of Blooms greenhouse. Multiple trains are running 10am-3pm when we are open . Spend time discovering all the different scenarios that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit for a spell to do coloring pages and activities Please note: Dates and times […]

    Free
  • North Shore Library Grand Opening (Bayside)

    North Suburbs 2026
    North Shore Library WI, United States

    Join us for our Grand Opening next Saturday, March 14! Celebrate the grand opening of the new North Shore Library building with friends, family, and neighbors! Enjoy tours, refreshments and […]

    Free
  • ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Egg-Stravaganza! At Havenwoods State Forest MKE

    Winter 2026
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Robins, chickadees, ducks and more! Read a short story about different types of eggs, then go on a hike through the forest to search for nests. Stick around for an egg craft afterwards! A vehicle admission sticker is not required at Havenwoods. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

    Free
  • Family Fun Day at Bars & Rec’s Slingshot Bar (West Allis)

    Family Fun
    Slingshot Bar 6325 W National Ave, West Allis, United States

    Get ready for an afternoon of Luck, Laughs & Launches. Bars & Rec’s Slingshot Bar (6325 W. National Avenue, West Allis) is hosting a FREE Family Fun Day on Sunday, March 15, from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. bringing the community together for high-energy fun and St. Patrick’s Day spirit. This shamrockin’ celebration features interactive activities for all ages, […]

    Free
  • Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Tippecanoe Library 3912 S. Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play! 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.

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • French Club for Kids at East Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free
  • Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)

    West Suburbs 2026
    The Landing at Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    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 Party+, Nugget Nation, Cloud 9 Workshop, Zoological Society of Milwaukee, and many more! Lineup changes weekly, so check our Calendar. The Landing at Hoyt Park […]

    Free
  • Move and Groove at The St Francis Library

    Move & Groove @ the St. Francis Library
    St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Racine Campus)

    Wisconsin Humane Society Racine Campus 8900 16th St, Mount Pleasant

    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 […]

    Free
  • Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Build, create and play at the Zablocki Library every Wednesday afternoon! This is an open-ended making and play time held in the library’s public space. Materials are available for hands-on activities such as building, crafting, and creative play, with an emphasis on exploration rather than instruction.  The format is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to […]

    Free
  • Color Me Calm at The Menomonee Falls Public Library

    Color Me Calm
    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Take time to relax and slow down with some coloring sheets and puzzles. Enjoy quiet conversation with friends or bring your headphones and zone out!  A variety of coloring supplies and puzzles will be provided. This program was made possible with support from the Menomonee Falls Library Friends. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free

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