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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In the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she […]
Join us for a cultural experience under the night sky! Enjoy a presentation on the history, culture and the celestial connections of Igbo people by guest speaker Vitalis Nwashindu. This […]
Spring Egg-stravaganza! Milwaukee Recreation is hosting our annual Spring Egg-stravaganza event at two Twilight Centers! Join us for an egg hunt, carnival games, coloring, arts & crafts, and more! Mad Science […]
You’re Invited: Open House at the Milwaukee Fire Museum! Come kick off the year with us at the Milwaukee Fire Museum for our first open house of the season! Date: […]
Creative Time for Families Winter/Spring 2026 Sessions: Sunday, February 22, 2026, 12:30-2:30 pm Polymer Clay Creations: Craft Your Own Beads Sunday, March 22, 2026, 12:30-2:30 pm: Stamp Carving Sunday, April […]
The Milwaukee Monarchs are a professional women's ultimate frisbee team that plays in the Premier Ultimate League. Join us for this regular season game between regional rivals at MSOE's Viets […]
The Brewers today announced the launch of Kids Cheer Free, a new initiative offering families enhanced value and excitement at the ballpark. For the first three Sunday home games of […]
WEE WONDERS Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. […]
Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. Same program […]
Learn and discover in the great outdoors! This program offers guided, hands-on exploration that brings seasonal topics to life for children ages 4-12. Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra […]
Take time to relax and slow down with some coloring sheets and puzzles. Enjoy quiet conversation with friends or bring your headphones and zone out! A variety of coloring supplies and […]
This 15-20 minute story time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). It features stories, songs, and rhymes that foster early literacy and will be followed […]
This 15-20 minute story time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). It features stories, songs, and rhymes that foster early literacy and will be followed […]
For 3rd - 8th Grade Students STEM Night Programs 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Multiple Dates STEM night programs are 1.5 hour hands-on learning opportunities for students to design, build […]
January 16, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am REGISTER HERE Have a cherished experience with your children and grandfriends from Hamilton House Senior Living in a true intergenerational fashion. This […]
REGISTER HERE Have a cherished experience with your children and grandfriends from Hamilton House Senior Living in a true intergenerational fashion. This is a great chance for your little one(s) […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides […]
Help get the Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit ready for summer! Grab a litter picker or help with a project such as trail maintenance or landscape improvement. Volunteers […]
Join staff and other volunteers to get ready for summer! Depending on the weather, projects may include trail, cordwalk, or campground maintenance, Nature Center setup, and other activities to prepare […]
Ages 3-12: Make a seasonal craft! While supplies last. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
🌟 Bilingual Story Time is back at BlackBear Children’s Boutique! 🌟 Join Señora Betty for a joyful morning filled with:📚 Interactive stories🎶 Singing & dancing💃 Movement and fun props🎨 Hands-on […]
Join our Middle School Craft Club and do a new project at each session. This program is for those in grades 6-8 and will take place in the Story Time […]
This 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 […]
This 20 minute Story Time followed by a playtime is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required. […]
Drop 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 […]
Our 3v3 WheelchairBasketball League! All are welcome! Equipment is provided. All skill levels! JOIN US at WHITMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 11100 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI THURSDAYS APRIL 23 - MAY […]
Mequon Nature Preserve has many family-friendly events throughout the year! These events are FREE to attend! Craft And Storytime One Friday a month at 10:00am, listen to a seasonally-themed book […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides […]
Mommy + Me, Grandma + Me, sibling shoots, or pics of the whole fam! Photographed by Chelsea Ann Bell Photography Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Join us for a monthly teen club focused on conservation, community, and hands-on impact! This group is designed to help build community for like-minded teens (ages 13-17) and give back […]
This incredible annual celebration shows off the hard work of participating students from Milwaukee area schools, as they compete in three dance styles: African Jazz, Funky Tap and Tango. The […]
It's Time for The Festival City Symphony Milwaukee! “Around the World – A Festival of Dances” Spring Pajama Jamboree Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 7:00-8:00 pm Composers love to dance […]
Boerner Botanical Gardens - FREE Admission!9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI 53130Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Milwaukee County Parks, in partnership with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc. […]
Thanks 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 […]
Fall down the rabbit hole into ALICE (in wonderland), a family-friendly adventure full of iconic characters and jaw-dropping dance, circus, theater, and puppetry. This vibrant delight promises something for all […]
G-Scale Model Railroad running all day, updated with Easter and spring embellishments. Music, entertainment, food and activities for children all day. Games & trains are FREE! Paint a Train Ornament […]
This 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. […]
Learn and discover in the great outdoors! This program offers guided, hands-on exploration that brings seasonal topics to life for children ages 4-12. *May 20, 2026 session is held at […]
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. […]
These programs are designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration not required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or […]
Celebrate MOM with everything flowers! Children's activities all day - GAMES & COLORING - FREE! G-Scale Model Railroad with TRAINs running the whole day - FREE! Plant Some Love for […]
Make Mother’s Day in Milwaukee a grand event! Create exceptional memories with the ones you love as you enjoy a sensational brunch in The Pfister Hotel's Grand Ballroom. Reservations are […]
Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. Second Tuesday, […]
Put on your detective hats and join us for a family-friendly morning of mystery and mayhem! This interactive day of games, puzzles, and theatrical fun invites kids and grown-ups alike […]
Milwaukee's Annual Big Truck Round Up! Red Arrow Park | Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 11 AM - 2 PM Celebrate National Public Works Week with a fleet of the […]
You're invited! We're turning 13, and we want you to celebrate with us at this FREE event! Join us on May 17th from 11 am to 2 pm at the […]
All ages! CBS 58 Chief Meteorologist Drew Burgoyne shows the science behind the weather and the importance of severe weather safety. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Outdoor art fair in beautiful Miller Park in Oak Creek! Art from around 100 vendors, live music, food trucks, kids make and take crafts, and more! Proceeds benefit the Oak […]
The 5th Annual Moms Mental Health Initiative Summer Social, and 10 Years of MMHI! This fundraising event unites us in celebration of the strength of our participants and the immeasurable […]
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