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 […]
Free
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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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Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesNOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
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Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinStory Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesMay Planetarium Programs Wednesday 5/6 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet Wednesday 5/13 at 11:00am - Galileo: The Power of the Telescope Wednesday 5/20 at 11:00am -The […]
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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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Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE
The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]
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Teen Conservation Club at Wehr Nature Center (Franklin) *Registration Required*
Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesMay Planetarium Programs Wednesday 5/6 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet Wednesday 5/13 at 11:00am - Galileo: The Power of the Telescope Wednesday 5/20 at 11:00am -The […]
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Tiny Hands Gardening: Building a Fairy Garden at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WISummer is here, the fairies are back, and they need a place to stay! Join Environmental Educator Melanie Ziolecki as we build our own fairy gardens. We will hike the […]
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Pippin at The Racine Theatre Guild
Racine Theatre Guild 2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, WI, United StatesRuns May 15 – May 31, 2026 There’s magic to do in one of Wicked creator Stephen Schwartz’s first musicals. A troupe of performers present, and sometimes manipulate, the story […]
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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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Pippin at The Racine Theatre Guild
Racine Theatre Guild 2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, WI, United StatesRuns May 15 – May 31, 2026 There’s magic to do in one of Wicked creator Stephen Schwartz’s first musicals. A troupe of performers present, and sometimes manipulate, the story […]
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Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open at Discovery World
Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesKohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you […]
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Animal Encounters at Discovery World
Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEvery Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure […]
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Kid Boogie Down at the Cooperage
The Cooperage 822 S Water St, Milwaukee, United StatesWe're back for an encore at The Cooperage on Sunday May 31st! This is your chance to get your groove on if you missed out earlier this year. Packed with […]
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KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesThe G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on […]
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MPM Greatest Hits: Rainforest & Butterflies at The Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesRainforest & Butterflies: May 7-June 6, 2026 This Greatest Hit takes visitors to the tropics to celebrate two of MPM’s groundbreaking and immersive exhibits, Rainforest and Puelicher Butterfly Vivarium, which […]
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Sunday Family Fun Day at Sky Zone Greenfield
Sky Zone Greenfield 4940 S 76th St,, Greenfield, United StatesElevate your Sunday Funday with your Family – Family, Fun, and Food Included! Family of 4 can now get 60 minute jumps, a large pizza, and a pitcher of soda […]
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Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesNOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
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SoccerTots (Ages 2-3) at Nicolet High School (Glendale)
Nicolet High School WI, United StatesThis soccer-themed class helps youngsters develop motor skills while getting involved in sports. We develop kicking, running control, and dribbling. This course will help kiddos learn to listen and follow […]
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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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Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE
The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]
$40 – $70 -
2026 Trains Are Running at The East Troy Electric Railroad
East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United StatesTake a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between […]
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SoccerTots (Ages 3-4) at Nicolet High School (Glendale)
Nicolet High School WI, United StatesThis soccer-themed class helps youngsters develop motor skills while getting involved in sports. We develop kicking, running control, and dribbling. This course will help kiddos learn to listen and follow […]
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Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library
Tippecanoe Library 3912 S. Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLooking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
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Pippin at The Racine Theatre Guild
Racine Theatre Guild 2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, WI, United StatesRuns May 15 – May 31, 2026 There’s magic to do in one of Wicked creator Stephen Schwartz’s first musicals. A troupe of performers present, and sometimes manipulate, the story […]
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MSO Sensory Friendly Concert at the Bradley Symphony Center
Bradley Symphony Center 212 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSAVE THE DATE! The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra is excited to announce the return of our Sensory Friendly Concert. Sensory friendly concerts are designed for people of any age on the autism […]
$50 – $100 -
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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MPM Greatest Hits: Rainforest & Butterflies at The Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesRainforest & Butterflies: May 7-June 6, 2026 This Greatest Hit takes visitors to the tropics to celebrate two of MPM’s groundbreaking and immersive exhibits, Rainforest and Puelicher Butterfly Vivarium, which […]
$19 – $29 -
Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesNOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
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Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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STEAM Labs at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesWork as a team to create, experiment and learn through hands-on activities. This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration […]
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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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Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinStory Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]
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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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Game Night at Center Street Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Bilingual Storytime at The Mitchell Park Domes
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDecember 31 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am BilingualStorytime at The Domes Bilingual Storytime at The Domes Mitchell Park Domes The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual […]
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Wacky First Wednesday at The Milwaukee Domes
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWacky First Wednesdays Mitchell Park Domes Join the Milwaukee Domes Alliance as we explore all things that frolic and fly! Join us in the Domes lobby. Please note: Dates and […]
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Outdoor Classroom for Ages 4-12 at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesLearn 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 […]
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MPM Greatest Hits: Rainforest & Butterflies at The Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesRainforest & Butterflies: May 7-June 6, 2026 This Greatest Hit takes visitors to the tropics to celebrate two of MPM’s groundbreaking and immersive exhibits, Rainforest and Puelicher Butterfly Vivarium, which […]
$19 – $29 -
Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesNOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
$19 – $25 -
Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE
The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]
$40 – $70 -
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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Brewers Home Game & Backyard Baseball® Night at American Family Field
American Family Field 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAll regular-season Monday-Friday night games will begin at 6:40 p.m. in 2026. Excluding a 1:10 p.m. first pitch on Opening Day and Memorial Day (May 25 vs. St. Louis), all […]
$20 – $90
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