Milwaukee Family Events

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 of vendors and weekly specials - shorewoodfarmersmarket.com Happy New Year! So much to let you know about! First, we are so excited to see everyone […]

When: 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 2026, sponsored by USM Summer Camps, is the largest camp expo Milwaukee families attend each year, bringing together dozens of day camps, sleepaway camps, and programs […]

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.  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 […]

January 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 present the 31st Annual Winterfest, January 28 through February 1, 2026. Lake Geneva Winterfest is home to America's Snow Sculpting Invitational and will welcome 15 of […]

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.  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 […]

OFF 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 at Maggio's Wood Fired Pizza for a meetup to kick off the challenge and enjoy delicious pizza and community with fellow participants! Maggio's Wood Fired […]

New 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 the latest details.

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.  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 […]

Robins, 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 scavenger hunt! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

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 about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

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.  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 […]

Learn to write in cursive and improve your handwriting along the way! Practice pages and writing implements will be included. 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.

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: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

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 Party+, Nugget Nation, Cloud 9 Workshop, Zoological Society of Milwaukee, and many more! Lineup changes weekly, so check our Calendar. The Landing at Hoyt Park […]

Mosaic Creative Studios is looking for actors ages 13-17 to participate in our production of The Lightning Theif! Our pre-professional cast trains in classes for dance, music and theatre within the schedule, along with rehearsals for the performances. All company members audition for roles throughout the season and are guaranteed featured casting in each company's […]

Ages O - 5. 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.

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 […]

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.  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 […]

Calling 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 […]

Read 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 […]

FREE 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. Free for all visitors on the first Thursday of every month.  FREE admission for Kohl's Thank You Thursdays. ALL visitors* (excluding groups) receive FREE access to […]

Crafterschool Days Thursday, January 8 from 3:30-4:30 pm Good Hope Library - 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Enjoy an afternoon of various craft making from collage to coloring! 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.

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 Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

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.  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 […]

February is National Children's Dental Health Month! Come learn about the importance of taking care of our teeth through a special interactive storytime with Dr. Munir from Dental Care of Menomonee Falls. This event is best suited for children ages 3-5 years old. This program was made possible with support from the Menomonee Falls Library Friends. […]

Calling 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. Available materials include Magna-Tiles, LEGO bricks, blocks, and construction straws. The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively on building […]

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.  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 […]

Come 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 be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

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 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Feb 13 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM   Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the […]

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 provide a venue for the community to access local and regional produce, meats, bread, honey and other value-added products, and to support local family businesses […]

Enjoy 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 Kianga and Zuri in the new Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center, and say hello to hippo Happy. Please note: Dates and times are subject […]

Urban Ecology Center Winterfest (Free!) When: February 7 (10 AM – 2 PM | Where: Washington Park, Milwaukee Celebrate the reopening of the Washington Park branch with sledding, carriage rides, winter hikes, and more. Warm up by the campfire with drinks and enjoy this free, community-centered event. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

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 through the end of March 2026. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

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 new letter! Ages 4-6. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]

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.  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 […]

Women and Girls in Science February 7 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm   What comes to mind when you think of a scientist? Most people imagine a man in a white lab coat who looks like Einstein. This open-house-style event aims to break the stereotype of who can be successful in STEAM (science, technology, […]

Grab your favorite pal and join us for sweets, cookie decorating, and stories of friendship. 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.

OFF 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 at Yo Mama for a meetup with fellow participants over some delicious froyo! Yo Mama - 1349 N Wauwatosa Ave. | Saturday February 7, 2-3pm […]

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.  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 […]

Winter/Spring Skate Nights Lace up your skates and grab your friends and family for a fun-filled evening on the rink! Milwaukee Recreation’s free Family Skate Nights are returning to our Bay View HS and Andrew Douglas MS Twilight Centers this season. Skate Nights are open to ages 10-14 (ages under 10 must be accompanied by an […]