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 […]
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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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Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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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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JanBoree Dog Pull at Minooka Park
Minooka Park 1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha, United StatesCheck out an official Alaskan Malamute Club of Wisconsin Dog Pull. Watch an open competition of dogs pulling up to 3,000 pounds on a wheeled cart. No snow needed for […]
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LEGO® League at MPL: Zablocki Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCome play, create, and compete using LEGO® bricks! Budding builders and expert architects alike are welcome. Bring or make a friend as we build together at LEGO® League! This is […]
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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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JanBoree Candlelight Hike at Minooka Park
Minooka Park 1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha, United StatesEnjoy a self-guided hike on snow-packed trails (weather permitting) while taking in Minooka Park’s natural beauty. Well-behaved dogs welcome on a 6’ leash. No cost; free Minooka Park entry for […]
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Shorewood Winter Farmers Market at The Atrium
The Atrium 2107 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, United StatesTHE 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 […]
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Waukesha JanBoree
Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United StatesJANUARY 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 […]
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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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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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Yay Yasmin! Yay You! At MPL: Central Library DWN MKE
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDiscover the Yasmin series by Saadia Faruqi and celebrate all the things that make Yasmin, Yasmin and make you, you! This program is a story-based activity session centered on the […]
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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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Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
The Landing at Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesEvery 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 […]
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Game Night at Center Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesGame 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: […]
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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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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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Lake Geneva Winterfest
Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United StatesJanuary 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]
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Nintendo Switch Day at The Mequon Public Library
Frank L. Weyenberg Library Of Mequon-Thiensville 11345 North Cedarburg Road, Mequon, United StatesDrop in, meet fellow players, and try out some multiplayer games on the library’s Nintendo Switch! For children in grades 3-6. Meets the last Wednesday of the month at 4:30 […]
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Lake Geneva Winterfest
Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United StatesJanuary 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]
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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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Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThursdays 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 […]
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Lake Geneva Winterfest
Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United StatesJanuary 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]
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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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Trails Aglow at Riveredge Nature Center (Saukville)
Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United StatesFri, 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 […]
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Broadway Skates MKE at Red Arrow Park
Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThis event is an evening focused on ice skating and Milwaukee Theater. Activities to include face painting, giveaways, ice skating, and a Broadway performance by Ice Theater MKE. Free skate […]
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Child Care & Summer Camp Resource Fair at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United StatesVisit with different child care and summer camp providers to learn more about their offerings and programs at this exciting one-stop shop event! There will also be drawings for door […]
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Sherman Park Neighborhood’s Winter Farmer’s Market at The Table
The Table 3970 N 54th St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSaturdays 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 […]
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Kids Ice Fishing Clinic at Select Milwaukee County Parks (See Enclosed Info)
Greenfield Park 2028 S 124th St, West Allis, WI, United States +1 moreJoin the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Milwaukee County Parks and local fishing clubs for a free youth ice fishing clinic at select Milwaukee County Parks on Saturday, January […]
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Imagine Arts Academy: Creativity Lab at The Menomonee Falls Public Library
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesDrop by the Menomonee Falls Public Library for a special time for adults and kids to work together to create inspiring art featuring projects from the Imagine Arts Academy! Kids […]
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Winter Farmer’s Market at Brookfield Square Food Court
Brookfield Square Mall 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, United StatesWe 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 […]
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Winter Carnival at the Lynden Sculpture Garden
Lynden Sculpture Garden 2145 BrownWinter Carnival at the Lynden Sculpture Garden When: Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10 AM-4 PM | Where: 2145 W. Brown Deer Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53217 Lynden welcomes winter with a day […]
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Trains, Trains, Trains! At Ruckus and Glee (Wauwatosa)
Ruckus & Glee 805 N. 68th Street, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesWe've got oodles of trains and train track, and we're going to put it all out and let kids build and play to their hearts' content! Appropriate for kids 3+. […]
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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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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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Lake Geneva Winterfest
Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United StatesJanuary 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]
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Sunbeam Kids Project: Valentine Decoration Making for LindenGrove
Waukesha Public Library 321 Wisconsin Ave., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesLindenGrove New Berlin provides a range of care for residents from rehab and skilled nursing to assisted living and memory care. We can make a difference to the residents in […]
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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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Light the Hart at Hart Park Wauwatosa
Hart Park 1190 N 70th St,, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesThis is a free community winter walk along an illuminated path. The lighted walking path is available to explore throughout the evening. Attendees can stroll the path and view the […]
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Shorewood Winter Farmers Market at The Atrium
The Atrium 2107 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, United StatesTHE 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 […]
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Milwaukee Camp Fair 2026 – Free Summer Camp Expo at University School of Milwaukee
The University School of Milwaukee WI, United StatesWhen: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Where: University School of Milwaukee – Upper School Gym (2100 W Fairy Chasm Rd, River Hills, WI) Admission: FREE The MKE With Kids Camp Fair […]
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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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Lake Geneva Winterfest
Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United StatesJanuary 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]
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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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OFF February Kickoff Gathering at Maggio’s (Wauwatosa)
Maggio's Wood Fired Pizza 7212 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, United StatesOFF February is a global challenge to delete social media apps from our phones collectively for 28 days to reduce mindless use and celebrate life beyond the screen. Join us […]
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Backyard Birds! At Central Library MKE Downtown
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRobins, Blue Jays, and Hawks, oh my! Join us as we learn all about the birds you can find in Wisconsin. You might even spot some in a fun birding […]
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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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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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