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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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 […]
THE ATRIUM 2107 E Capitol Dr Shorewood WI SUNDAYS I JAN 04 - FEB 22 | 9:00am - 1:00pm Sign up for our weekly emails and get the current list […]
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. […]
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: […]
Family Fun Night: Game Night Tuesday, January 13 from 6-7 pmTippecanoe Library - 3912 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Kick-back with family and enjoy a board game or a family-friendly […]
Get Wild in Wisconsin Tuesday, January 13 from 6-7 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Investigate Wisconsin's wildlife! Explore the rich variety of plants and animals […]
Family Play and Learn - Dinosaur Dig Tuesday, January 13 from 6-7 pm Washington Park Library - 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Join us for imaginative play for families […]
Kanopy Family Films Tuesday, January 13 from 6-7:30 pm Mitchell Street Library - 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI Join us at the library for Kanopy Family Films. Kanopy […]
Clay Lanterns Wednesday, January 14 from 3:30-5 pm East Library - 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Create clay lanterns with air dry clay and clay molding tools. Please note: […]
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. […]
Weaving Wonders Wednesday, January 14 from 4-5 pm Capitol Library - 3919 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Looking for a creative project to explore? Try your hand at Weaving Wonders […]
All guests (excluding groups*) receive FREE admission to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Capacity restrictions apply** and […]
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. […]
January 16, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am REGISTER HERE Have a cherished experience with your children and grandfriends from Hamilton House Senior Living in a true intergenerational fashion. This […]
January 16, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm REGISTER HERE Engage your children’s creativity and compassion by creating Valentine’s Day cards for grandfriends where Kids Impact Community host intergenerational play […]
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. […]
Fri, Jan 16 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Jan 23 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Jan 30 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Feb 6 […]
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 […]
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. […]
REGISTER HERE One in three U.S. families lack enough diapers to keep a baby clean, dry, and healthy. Milwaukee Diaper Mission (MDM) believes diapers are a necessity, not a luxury. In […]
We are delighted to host the 1st Annual Winter Farmers' Market in Brookfield this year. The winter market sets up in the Food Court each Saturday from 10:00am - 2:00pm […]
It's a pop culture celebration! BROOKFIELD SQUARE QUADCON | JAN. 17 - JAN. 18 Break up those winter blues with a FREE EVENT at Brookfield Square. Be prepared to walk […]
Dog Days Repeats every month on the third Saturday until Mon Dec 21 2026 except Sat Jun 20 2026, Sat Nov 21 2026. Also includes Sat Jun 27 2026, Sat […]
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 […]
Set out on the trails in search of winter wildlife. This self-guided hike will include a map with key highlights and a scavenger hunt! Explore the nature trails on your […]
MASTERing LEGO® Saturday, January 17 from 1-3 pm ML King Library - 2901 N MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI Come meet and create with a LEGO MASTER. Challenge your creativity […]
Enjoy public skating as part of Waukesha JanBoree, offering families a fun and refreshing way to glide across the ice together. Spend time on the rink, savoring the classic winter […]
Family Fun Films Saturday, January 17 from 2-4 pm Zablocki Library - 3501 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI Cozy up with your crew and enjoy a free family film and […]
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 ATRIUM 2107 E Capitol Dr Shorewood WI SUNDAYS I JAN 04 - FEB 22 | 9:00am - 1:00pm Sign up for our weekly emails and get the current list […]
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 […]
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