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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STEM Expo 2026 at The UWM Student Union MKE
UWM Student Union 2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, United StatesThis annual event features hands-on, educational activities designed to engage K-12 kids and fuel their interest in all things STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Please note: Dates and times are […]
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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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LEGO Bricks Showcase with WisLUG at The Cudahy Family Library
Cudahy Family Library 3500 Library Dr, Cudahy, WI, United StatesView displays created by members of the Wisconsin LEGO Users Group (WisLUG) AND build your own creations! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
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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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Harbor Lights at Harbor Plaza MKE
Harbor Plaza 600 E. Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee, United StatesHarbor District will host Harbor Lights winter art installation event Thirteen local artists will bring a series of projections, light and sound installations, and "creative surprises" to a shipping container […]
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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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LEGO® Club at Villard Square Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesNew challenges and lots of fun with LEGO®s. 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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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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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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Move and Groove at The St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAges 5 and under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please […]
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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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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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Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Thank You Thursdays
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesFREE 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. […]
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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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Just Between Friends Sale at The Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center
Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, United StatesWhere families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need! Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you shop at Just Between Friends […]
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Family Storytime at The St Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAges 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please […]
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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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Little Hands Texture Jam at Hales Corners Library
Hales Corners Library 5885 S 116th St, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesLittle artists (ages 3-5, with caregiver) will hunt for textures, plan their collage (arrange first, glue second), and create a springy art piece – building fine-motor skills, descriptive vocabulary, and […]
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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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Fri-Yays! At Mitchell Street Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCome for some fun games or a craft and learn something new on Fridays at the library! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
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Oak Creek Winter Farmers Market
Oak Creek Community Center 8580 S Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI, United StatesWhen the temperatures drop, the flavors don’t stop. The Oak Creek Winter Farmers Market brings more than 65 local vendors under one roof each week, turning winter Saturdays into a […]
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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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Just Between Friends Sale at The Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center
Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, United StatesWhere families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need! Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you shop at Just Between Friends […]
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Milwaukee County Zoo Family Free Day
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesEnjoy a family day at the Zoo — outdoors or in! On this day, all guests receive free admission (parking and regular attraction fees still apply). See Eastern black rhinos […]
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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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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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“Get Lucky” Downtown Waukesha Art Crawl
Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United StatesArtisans at 20 galleries and showplaces are featured at this seasonal event, walk the downtown streets to discover your next artistic treasure, shop the boutiques, listen to live music or […]
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“Get Lucky” Downtown Waukesha Art Crawl
Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United StatesArtisans at 20 galleries and showplaces are featured at this seasonal event, walk the downtown streets to discover your next artistic treasure, shop the boutiques, listen to live music or […]
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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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Just Between Friends Sale at The Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center
Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, United StatesWhere families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need! Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you shop at Just Between Friends […]
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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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Pajama Storytime at The St Francis Library: Eric Carle
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAll Ages. Wear your comfiest PJs and join us for an evening storytime that will include stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in […]
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Kozy Community Walk: MilWALKee Walks Kosciuszko Park (Start/End at The Kozy Community Center)
Kozy Community Center: 2201 S 7th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215 2201 S. 7th Street, Milwaukee, United StatesMilWALKee Walks and the Kozy Community Center are partnering together to offer a FREE, family-friendly community walking series! Join us every 2nd Tuesday or 4th Saturday of the month to […]
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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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