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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Kooky Cookie House at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls
Indoor Mini Golf at Aspen Sky in Slinger
Aspen Sky Winery Distillery and Event Center 860 Enterprise Drive, Slinger
Sound Waves Winter Concert Series 2026 at Schlitz Audobon Nature Center
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside
Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show at Brown Deer Park
Brown Deer Park 7835 N. Green Bay Rd, MilwaukeeWeek of Events
Sunday, January 4, 2026
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January 4, 2026 -Time Travel Half-Marathon (and 5k/10k) – Milwaukee
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January 4, 2026 -Shorewood Winter Farmers Market at The Atrium
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January 4, 2026 -Kooky Cookie House at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
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January 4, 2026 -Indoor Mini Golf at Aspen Sky in Slinger
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January 4, 2026 -Sound Waves Winter Concert Series 2026 at Schlitz Audobon Nature Center
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January 4, 2026 -Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show at Brown Deer Park
Time Travel Half-Marathon (and 5k/10k) – Milwaukee
Race Day Schedule 7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup 8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 9:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish! Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal […]
Shorewood Winter Farmers Market at The Atrium
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 […]
Kooky Cookie House at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
The historic and magical Kooky Cookie House has its new and permanent location at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls. Kids of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to walk thru the functioning cookie factory. From those who have treasured memories of days gone by to those little ones who will get the chance to […]
Indoor Mini Golf at Aspen Sky in Slinger
Indoor Mini Golf at Aspen Sky! Tired of being cooped up inside? Get out of the house and enjoy a classic pastime—indoors and in the warmth of our event center! We’re transforming our event hall into an 18-hole indoor mini golf course, making it the perfect winter activity for the whole family. Bring the kiddos […]
Sound Waves Winter Concert Series 2026 at Schlitz Audobon Nature Center
Bring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages and snacks available for purchase. Performances take place in the Great Hall from 3:30pm – 4:30pm and are free with membership or admission. January 4 | Julien Kozak Julien Kozak is a Milwaukee-based singer-songwriter whose family-friendly musical style is […]
Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show at Brown Deer Park
Drive into the magic of the Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show, a radiant journey filled with hundreds of dazzling, larger-than-life holiday displays that sparkle with festive wonder. From the comfort of a cozy car, sip a favorite drink, snack on treats, and let the synchronized lights dance in harmony with holiday tunes. […]
Monday, January 5, 2026
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Tuesday, January 6, 2026
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
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Thursday, January 8, 2026
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January 8, 2026 -Syrenka Children’s Polish Folk Dance Ensemble Open Rehearsal (Ages 4-9) at St Agnes School Gym (Butler)
Syrenka Children’s Polish Folk Dance Ensemble Open Rehearsal (Ages 4-9) at St Agnes School Gym (Butler)
Join Milwaukee's own Syrenka Children's Polish Folk Dance Ensemble: Learn Polish Folk Dancing, singing, games, and stories, legends and history. Ages 4-9 We rehearse on Thursdays at 6pm at St. Agnes School Gym, located at 12801 W Fairmount Ave, Butler, WI 53007 No experience necessary. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Friday, January 9, 2026
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January 9, 2026 -Nocturnal Neighbors: An Owl Outing with the UEC MKE
Nocturnal Neighbors: An Owl Outing with the UEC MKE
This family-friendly evening features an accessible night hike along fully paved trails with optional flashlights to increase visibility along the way! Listen for urban owls, insights from local research and conservation efforts, and a hands-on owl pellet dissection where you’ll piece together prey skeletons. Learn how citizen scientists help track species like Barn and Snowy […]
Saturday, January 10, 2026
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