STEAM Lab: Dino Dig! 2.0
Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils! This […]
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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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Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States
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Dinosaur Hunt
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesJoin us on a trip back in time to the Mesozoic Era with the Milwaukee Public Museum, where we’ll learn all about dinosaurs and the scientists who study them! This program...
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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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Summer Solstice Celebration at Central Downtown Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThe longest day of the year is here! Come learn about how the solstice is celebrated the world over. We'll also read a story and make our own sundials! Please […]
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Milwaukee Public Library Summer Reading Kickoff at Tippecanoe Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch 3912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesKick-off summer reading with a treat and some tie dye! Bring a cotton item(t-shirt, tote bag, etc) to dye or use one of our bandanas to make a colorful masterpiece! All ages welcome. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
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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 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
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Monday Night Movies In The Park / Cutler Park (Waukesha)
Cutler Park 321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI, United StatesGet out this summer for our family-friendly film series! Monday Night Movies in the Park starts at 6:00 p.m. with pre-movie activities that relate to the movie being played that […]
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Evening Storytime
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesUnwind together with a special evening storytime! Share stories, songs, and activities to end the day. Best suited for ages 2 to school age and their...
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2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesUnearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]
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Baby Story Time
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesThis 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early […]
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Outdoor Storytime
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesBring your chairs or blankets for storytime at Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.
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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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Block Print Party at Villard Square Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us for an awesome printmaking and button-making extravaganza! Create your own carved print block to make a one-of-a-kind print to put on your wall or wear as a button. […]
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Milwaukee Public Library Summer Reading Kickoff at Mitchell Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesGet ready for all things summer reading at the Mitchell Street Library! We will have buttons, bookmarks, popsicles, and even a mermaid! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
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Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesDinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild features educational content, puppetry, and audience interaction with realistic baby dinosaur puppets. The live show will be followed by a dino meet and greet! This program is geared toward children ages 4-11, with an adult, and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration is not required. Find out more by […]
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Read, Craft, Play at Bay View Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library Bay View Branch 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDrop by the children's room to play a game, make a craft, hear about great new books, and meet our new children's librarian, Emily! 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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Explorer Zone @ the St. Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesFor ages 6 - 11. Explore different themes through experiments, crafts, and more. Registration required. Register online, stop in, or call the library at 414-481-7323. June: Egyptology July: Paleontology
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French Club for Kids at East Library MKE
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 […]
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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. 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 […]
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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 to confirm the latest details.
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
+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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Fathers Building Fathers Workshop at The Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
Urban Ecology Center - Washington Park , United StatesMore than a class, this is a movement. FBF is a chance for young dads (ages 18 to 27) to learn best practice parenting techniques, share what works for them, and be a part of a supportive circle that will stand with them and push them to achieve their goals. The (12) week courses are […]
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Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
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 […]
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Sons of the American Revolution Presentation at The Cudahy Family Library
Cudahy Family Library 3500 Library Dr, Cudahy, WI, United StatesJoin us to honor the 250th Anniversary of Freedom with a historical presentation by the Sons of the American Revolution. Artifacts from the war will be on display. Please note: […]
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Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra at Chill on the Hill at Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park Milwaukee 3000 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesChill on the Hill, brought to you by the Bay View Neighborhood Association and Milwaukee County Parks, is a weekly free summer concert event with live local music, food trucks, […]
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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 the event website to confirm the latest details.
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Tunes on Tuesdays at Elm Grove Village Park
6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. - Elm Grove Village Park Pavilion June 16th - Bear With June 30th - After Hours July 14th - Saturday June Band July 28th - […]
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Music and Movement
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesThis 30-minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration is not required. This Story Time will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. […]
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2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesUnearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]
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Toddler Story Time
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesThis 20-minute Story Time followed is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required. Each session will […]
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Big Summer Series: Hands on Hawaii
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesJoin Native-Hawaiian, Cultural Performing Artist, Malia Chow of Na Hale Studios, for an interactive program about ancient, traditional, and contemporary Hawaiian dance using...
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Will Branch Family Folk Music
Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United StatesAges 3 & up: Join us for an exciting and interactive musical performance!
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Sit, Stay, Read @ the St. Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesIndependent readers can relax and unwind by reading to a certified therapy dog! Reading to a dog can boost literacy skills in children plus build social-emotional confidence. Adult must be present during their child’s reading session. Registration required.
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Will Branch Family Folk Music
Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United StatesAges 3 & up: Join us for an exciting and interactive musical performance!
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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 volunteer hours, and put your new skills into action. No prior experience is needed. Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. (Ages 13+) […]
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Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE
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 […]
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Middle School: Dinosaur Trinket Dish
Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will […]
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Be-Tween
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesHang out with friends at a special all-tween hour of fun. This event is for tweens ages 10 <span aptos=""...
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Reimagining Recyclables: Milk Carton Birdhouses at East Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStart your summer off in a fun and creative way by making your own birdhouse out of recycled milk cartons! 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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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. 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 […]
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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 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 […]
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Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library
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.
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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 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 […]
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Kids Graphic Novel Club at Tippecanoe Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch 3912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesKids in grades K-5 are invited to share their love of graphic novels! Together we'll read the first chapter of a great graphic novel and create a project based on […]
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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 – How to Train Your Dragon July 8 - Encanto July 15 –The Bad Guys July 22 – The Princess Diaries July 29- Kung Fu Panda […]
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Live at the Oasis at Richard E Maslowski Community Park (Glendale)
Join us for Glendale’s concert series, Live at the Oasis, where Richard E. Maslowski Park comes alive with free, live performances in a relaxed outdoor setting. Gather with friends, family, […]
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2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesUnearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will […]
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Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Community Access Day
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 […]
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Outdoor Storytime
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesBring your chairs or blankets for storytime Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.
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