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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  • Mayor’s Bike Ride at Zeidler Union Square Park MKE

    Wisconsin Bike Fed 2026
    Zeidler Union Square 301 W Michigan St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Grab your bike and bring your neighbors! Join Mayor Cavalier Johnson for a fun, slow-roll community ride through Downtown Milwaukee. We’ll gather at 10 a.m. at Zeidler Union Square Park, then roll out together at 10:30 a.m. Participants should know how to stop, turn, and balance. A limited number of Bublr e-bikes will be available […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026

    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
  • Teen SLP Volunteer Training

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

    Beanstack and SLP training for teen volunteers. Please stop by a Library service desk and fill out your volunteer paperwork before the session.

  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free – $20
  • French Club for Kids at East Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    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

    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
  • Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!

    Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
    Zarminali Pediatrics- 800 N Mayfair Rd Ste 200, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 Zarminali Pediatrics, Wauwatosa/Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Zarminali Pediatrics is a new pediatric clinic located in the Menomonee Falls and Wauwatosa communities. We will be hosting a newborn education series over the course of 4 weeks in April. This series is designed to help you feel confident and supported as you prepare for your baby’s arrival. During each session, you’ll have the […]

    Free
  • Community Science: Dragonflies at Waukesha County Parks (Locations Vary)

    West Suburbs 2026
    Waukesha County Parks 515 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, United States

    Join our knowledgeable staff for a hands-on experience that brings science to life! Learn how scientists observe wildlife, collect field data, and contribute to research – then help track dragonflies and damselflies in our invertebrate survey. Participants can earn eligible volunteer service hours while learning, exploring, and making a difference. No prior experience is needed. […]

    Free
  • Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    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
  • LEGO Club

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

    Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! Drop in for some creative building time. We’ll have suggested challenges for you to try, or you can build your own creation. Projects will...

  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026

    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 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 […]

    Free
  • Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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
  • Read Aloud, Read Along! At Center Street Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    Read aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held in the children's room. This is a guided reading session focused on building early literacy skills in a supportive environment. A librarian reads aloud while […]

    Free
  • Bike Ride Through The Parks with WI Bike Fed + MKE Co Parks (Estabrook)

    Wisconsin Bike Fed 2026
    Estabrook Park 4400 N. Estabrook Dr., Shorewood, WI 53211, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Celebrate Wisconsin Bike Week! Join County Executive Crowley and the Wisconsin Bike Fed on an all-abilities bike ride through Milwaukee County's trails and parks. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just getting back in the saddle, this group ride is a perfect way to experience the county's park system from two wheels. The ride will move […]

    Free
  • Discover Authentic at Authentic Birth Center (Wauwatosa)

    Authentic Birth Center

    You’re Invited: Join us at our next Discover Authentic event! The first Wednesday of every month, we offer a tour, presentation, and open Q&A for expecting or future parents. 💫 It’s a free opportunity to learn more about our philosophy of care, meet some of the midwives, see our birthing suites, and ask questions. No […]

    Free
  • Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Thank You Thursdays

    Milwaukee Public Museum 2025 Events

    FREE ADMISSION to the Milwaukee Public Museum! 2026 DATES AND TIMES from 10:00am to 5:00pm *Ticket will be accepted for entry anytime between 10:00am and 4:30pm. Visit length is not limited. Free for all visitors on the first Thursday of every month.  FREE admission for Kohl's Thank You Thursdays. ALL visitors* (excluding groups) receive FREE access to […]

    Free
  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!
    Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

    Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free – $20
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026

    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
  • Craft & Chat at East Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters 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
  • Community Game Night and Touch-a-Truck in Cudahy

    Kosciuszko Elementary School 5252 S Kirkwood Ave, Cudahy, United States

    Join us in bringing everyone together for Community Game Night & Touch A Truck in Cudahy! This event is FREE and for all ages.   See, touch, and explore your favorite big trucks, vehicles, and more, and meet the individuals who protect, serve, and build Cudahy! Families can also learn about the resources available in […]

    Free
  • PlayDate

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

    Imagine and explore at this child-led open play! We'll have toys out (geared towards children ages 1 - 5) that encourage creativity and healthy development. Parents and...

  • Free First Fridays at The Racine Art Museum

    Racine Art Museum 2026

    Thanks to the generous funding of the Osborne and Scekic Family Foundation, Racine Art Museum visitors can enjoy free admission from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on First Friday of the month. Plus, visitors can enjoy a museum scavenger hunt, a special make-and-take art project, and an opportunity to create their own poetry. Please note: Dates […]

    $8 – $10
  • A Walk In The Park at Area MKE Co Parks

    Milwaukee County Parks 2026

    A Walk in the Park Date: Now through December  Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: March 6: Jacobus Park, April 3: Froemming Park, May 1: Greenfield Park June 5: Cooper/Kops Park, July 10 (2nd Friday): Little Menomonee River Parkway Section 5 August 7: Dineen Park, September 4: Madison Park, October 2: Kletzsch Park, November […]

    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

    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
  • Firefly Fridays at Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa

    Firefly Grove Park Wauwatosa

    Firefly Fridays is back for 2026! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, spend your Friday nights with us at Firefly Grove Park for rotating food trucks, live music from local artists and family fun in the park. Join us every Friday from 5–8 PM. We can’t wait to see you back at the park! Please […]

    Free
  • Art 64 Downtown Wauwatosa

    West Suburbs 2026

    The nation’s largest live bracket-style painting tournament is coming back to The Village of Wauwatosa for the 5th year! June 5th 5–8pm June 6th 10am-4:30pm 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
  • Tosa Farmers Market

    Tosa Farmers Market

    Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a not-for-profit organization, the market supports local agriculture, food producers, and artisans while fostering community connection and sustainability. Each week, more than 50 local farmers and […]

    Free
  • Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)

    Tosa Farmer’s Market (Wauwatosa)

      AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community. 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
  • Milwaukee Brewers Play Ball Weekend!

    Baran Park, 2600 S. Chase Avenue, Milwaukee, WI

    Come join Brewers Alumni, local high school baseball athletes, and experienced baseball coaches for a fun-filled day of engaging, skill-building activities—plus the chance to take photos with mascots—designed for children ages 5 to 12! Parents are welcome to sit back and enjoy the action from the stands during each session. Pre-registration is required and space […]

    Free
  • WI Bike Fed’s Promise Zone Ride at Garden Homes Park

    Wisconsin Bike Fed 2026
    Garden Homes Park 2600 W. Atkinson Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Celebrate Bike Week with Northwest Side Community Development Corporation (NWSCDC) and several partners on the 9th Annual Promise Zone Bike Ride through Milwaukee’s 30th Street Industrial Corridor! The slow-paced, roughly 6-mile family-friendly ride will start and end in Garden Homes Park, featuring stops throughout the ride to highlight various developments in the neighborhood. There will be […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Public Library Summer Reading Kickoff at East Library

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

    Let your imagination bloom! Join us at the East Branch Summer Reading kick-off event. Sign up for summer reading and participate in garden-related crafts and activities. 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
  • Big Summer Series: Wildlife in Need

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

    Learn about how the Wildlife in Need Center works to rehabilitate local Wisconsin wildlife! You’ll have the chance to meet one of WINC’s “Animal...

  • MKE REC Saturday Community Bike Rides at Hart Park (Wauwatosa)

    Wisconsin Bike Fed 2026
    Hart Park 1190 N 70th St,, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Discover the joy of group rides on Milwaukee County’s best trails and bike paths! Rides originate at different locations all around the county every Saturday (excluding holidays) from mid-April through the end of October. These are no-drop, social slow rolls. Our ride distances vary, but are easily managed by beginner riders. Often we incorporate a social […]

    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 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
  • Art 64 Downtown Wauwatosa

    West Suburbs 2026

    The nation’s largest live bracket-style painting tournament is coming back to The Village of Wauwatosa for the 5th year! June 5th 5–8pm June 6th 10am-4:30pm 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
  • Paddles and Pops! Dock Grand Opening at Discovery World MKE

    Discovery World 2026
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    PADDLES & POPS Join Forward Outdoor on Saturday, June 6 for our Grand Opening celebration at the Dock at Discovery World! Enjoy $10 boats, free popsicles starting at 1 PM while supplies last, waterfront vibes, and beginner-friendly fun on kayaks, paddleboards, hydro bikes, and paddle boats in the protected waters surrounding Discovery World, Lakeshore State […]

    Free – $10
  • ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library

    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 new letter! Ages 4-6. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]

    Free

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