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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THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE

Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall 929 N Water St., Milwaukee

Step through the wardrobe and discover the fantastical world of Narnia like never before! In this imaginative adaptation, Peter and Lucy return to the room where their adventure began — reminding us that even the smallest among us can change the world. 

$26 – $49

Wild For Rhinos At The Milwaukee Co Zoo

Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee

GO “WILD FOR RHINOS” AT THE ZOO THIS SATURDAY Celebrate the Opening of the Outdoor Habitats on May 2   MILWAUKEE, WI (April 29, 2026) – Eastern black rhinos Kianga and Zuri have settled into the new Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center here at the Milwaukee County Zoo — and now it’s time to […]

$15 – $18

Education Workshop at Discovery World MKE

Discovery World 2026
Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee

  Spring has sprung!  Celebrate this blooming season by creating a bright, fun floral print. Perfect to keep for yourself or to give as a gift. Located in the Curiosity […]

$19 – $25

HAWSfest at The Waukesha Expo Center

South Suburbs 2026
Waukesha Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha

Our 43rd Annual Spring Event, HAWSfest! This is a pet-centric, activity-based, fundraising event for pets and people with food and beverages, vendors, activities and more. Admission is FREE; FREE on-site […]

Free

Blain’s Fest 2026 at Local Farm & Fleet’s

Wisconsin Outdoors 2026
Blain's Farm & Fleet 2421 Humes Road, Janesville

Celebrating Everything Outdoors! | May 1–3 Blain’s Farm & Fleet is bringing neighbors together at all of our store locations for Blain’s Fest 2026—a three-day, in-store event celebrating everything outdoors, […]

Free

Spring Candlelight Hike at Kohler-Andrae State Park

Kohler-Andrae State Park 1020 Beach Park Ln, Sheboygan

Spring is a great time to get outdoors at night to hear frogs, see stars, and take in the woodland scents. Gather your friends and listen to the Springtime night sounds as you enjoy a self-guided walk on torch-lit trails. This uneven one-mile trail crosses lawn, wood-chipped, gravel and asphalt surfaces and may have roots, […]

$5 – $32

Blain’s Fest 2026 at Local Farm & Fleet’s

Wisconsin Outdoors 2026
Blain's Farm & Fleet 2421 Humes Road, Janesville

Celebrating Everything Outdoors! | May 1–3 Blain’s Farm & Fleet is bringing neighbors together at all of our store locations for Blain’s Fest 2026—a three-day, in-store event celebrating everything outdoors, with fun, savings, and activities for the whole family. From spring projects and backyard fun to outdoor hobbies and family activities, Blain’s Fest is a […]

Free

The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove

Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at The Murder Mystery Playhouse are rehearsing a new show, Putting a Little English on It.  It’s a not-so-good attempt at a British murder mystery, complete […]

$12 – $15

The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove

Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at The Murder Mystery Playhouse are rehearsing a new show, Putting a Little English on It.  It’s a not-so-good attempt at a British murder mystery, complete […]

$12 – $15

Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)

Cloud 9 Workshop Events & Activities
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee

Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore.  Every Saturday and Sunday, families can drop in for a hands-on artventure at Cloud 9 Workshop! Invent and create at the Tinker Bar, try something new […]

$30

Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)

Cloud 9 Workshop Events & Activities
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee

Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore.  Every Saturday and Sunday, families can drop in for a hands-on artventure at Cloud 9 Workshop! Invent and create at the Tinker Bar, try something new […]

$30

Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)

Cloud 9 Workshop Events & Activities
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee

Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore.  Every Saturday and Sunday, families can drop in for a hands-on artventure at Cloud 9 Workshop! Invent and create at the Tinker Bar, try something new […]

$30

Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)

Cloud 9 Workshop Events & Activities
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee

Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore.  Every Saturday and Sunday, families can drop in for a hands-on artventure at Cloud 9 Workshop! Invent and create at the Tinker Bar, try something new […]

$30

Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)

Cloud 9 Workshop Events & Activities
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee

Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore.  Every Saturday and Sunday, families can drop in for a hands-on artventure at Cloud 9 Workshop! Invent and create at the Tinker Bar, try something new […]

$30

Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)

Cloud 9 Workshop Events & Activities
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee

Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore.  Every Saturday and Sunday, families can drop in for a hands-on artventure at Cloud 9 Workshop! Invent and create at the Tinker Bar, try something new […]

$30

Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)

Cloud 9 Workshop Events & Activities
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee

Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore.  Every Saturday and Sunday, families can drop in for a hands-on artventure at Cloud 9 Workshop! Invent and create at the Tinker Bar, try something new […]

$30

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