PlayDate
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...
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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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Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States
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Free First Fridays at The Racine Art Museum
Racine Art Museum 441 Main St, Racine, WI, United StatesThanks 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 […]
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A Walk In The Park at Area MKE Co Parks
Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United StatesA 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: […]
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You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCalling 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. […]
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Wilson Park MKE 1301 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, United States +1 morePASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
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Tosa Farmers Market
Wauwatosa Village 7735 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, WisconsinDescription 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 […]
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Big Summer Series: Wildlife in Need
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesLearn 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...
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Take it Outside Day at The Urban Ecology Center (Locations Vary By Date, See Info)
Urban Ecology Center - All Three Branches ilwaukee, United StatesPlease note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
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KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesThe 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 […]
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ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library
Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStories 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 […]
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Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinStory 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 […]
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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Family Dance Party with Kid Boogie Down at The Yard Bayshore
Bayshore Mall 5800 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, United StatesGet ready to DANCE, DANCE, DANCE, DANCE, with Kid Boogie Down brings the Dance Party to Bayshore in the YARD for Summer 2026. Throughout the event, little dancers will groove […]
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Wilson Park MKE 1301 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, United States +1 morePASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
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Kids Ultimate Frisbee Clinic // Milwaukee Monarchs
Hart Park 1190 N 70th St,, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesLearn to play ultimate frisbee from the pros on the Milwaukee Monarchs! This free clinic is intended for kids in elementary school. Come practice the basics of throwing, catching, and […]
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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Sunday Family Fun Days at Northwestern Mutual Community Park MKE Lakefront
Northwestern Mutual Community Park 639 E. Summerfest Place, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMark your calendars for June 7, July 19, August 9, and September 13 Sunday Family Fun Days with MKE With Kids are returning to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park at the lakefront for […]
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KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesThe 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 […]
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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Villa Terrace’s Garden Opening
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United StatesGarden Opening with Free Admission 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.
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FOOD TRUCKS & JAZZ!
Milton Vretenar Memorial Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St. Francis, United StatesThe Rotary Club of Mitchell Field brings you the tastiest of fundraisers! It's our fourth-annual spring Food Trucks & Jazz event at Vretenar Memorial Park in St Francis. We're featuring […]
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Wilson Park MKE 1301 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, United States +1 morePASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
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Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library
Tippecanoe Library 3912 S. Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLooking 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 […]
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Wilson Park MKE 1301 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, United States +1 morePASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
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Teen SLP Volunteer Training
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesBeanstack and SLP training for teen volunteers. Please stop by a Library service desk and fill out your volunteer paperwork before the session.
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Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinStory 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 […]
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Community Science: Pollinators (Waukesha County Parks: Locations Vary, See Info)
Waukesha County Parks 515 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, United StatesTeam up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn […]
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French Club for Kids at East Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFrench 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 […]
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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Game Night at Center Street Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us for an evening of gaming at the library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Wilson Park MKE 1301 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, United States +1 morePASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
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Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
Zarminali Pediatrics- 800 N Mayfair Rd Ste 200, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 Zarminali Pediatrics, Wauwatosa/Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesZarminali 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 […]
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Chill on the Hill at Humboldt Park MKE
Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHUMBOLDT PARK BAND CHALET | MUSIC STARTS AT 6:30PM For Schedule Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
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Community Science: Dragonflies at Waukesha County Parks (Locations Vary)
Waukesha County Parks 515 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesBuild, 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 […]
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Teen Hangout
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesHang out in the Teen Space! We’ll have gaming, crafting (like Perler Beads, DIY stickers, button making, etc), and snacks out!
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Storytime at the Farmers Market
Village Park Menomonee Falls N87W16749 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States<span...
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Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
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You Build It! At ML King Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCalling 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 […]
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Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Read Aloud, Read Along! At Center Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRead 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 […]
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Wilson Park MKE 1301 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, United States +1 morePASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
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Family Flicks at Bayshore Mall
Bayshore Mall 5800 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, United StatesWednesdays June 10 – August 26, 2026 June 10 – WICKED for Good June 17 – The Lego Batman Movie June 24 - Gabby’s Dollhouse the Movie July 1 – […]
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Stroll with a Naturalist at Riveredge Nature Center (Saukville)
Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United StatesStroll our trails while enjoying carpets of colorful woodland flowers at their peak. Take a casual walk with a naturalist on the trails of Riveredge to listen and look for […]
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Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinStory 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 […]
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New Berlin Historical Society Open House
New Berlin Historical Society 19885 W National Ave, New Berlin, WI, United StatesThe 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 […]
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Tween DIY Ice Cream in a Bag
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesMix it up, shake it up, and eat it up! We will mix milk, salt, and ice with energy to make our own ice cream. This event is for tweens ages 10-12 and requires registration....
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