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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  • Trick-or-Treat and Resource Fair at Kosciuszko Community Center

    Halloween 2025
    Kosciuszko Community Center 2201 S 7th St Suite 205, Milwaukee, United States

    Trick-or-Treat & Resource Fair at Kosciuszko Community Center Date: October 30, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Kosciuszko Community Center, in the Gym, 2201 S. Seventh St., Milwaukee, WI 53215 Phone: (414) 645-4624  Admission: FREE Details: Organized by Milwaukee County Parks and the Kosciuszko Advisory Board, this event invites all local "ghouls and […]

    Free

  • Kosciusko Community Center Trick-or-Treat and Resource Fair

    Halloween 2025
    Kosciuszko Community Center 2201 S 7th St Suite 205, Milwaukee, United States

    Kosciusko Community Center Resource Fair & Trick-or-Treat:  Thursday, October 30, 5-7:30 pm at 2201 S 7th St Milwaukee WI FREE. Calling all good "ghouls and boos"! (That's Halloween talk for "girls and boys.") Come with your family for a fun night out. Take part in the costume contest and enjoy safe trick-or-treating and spooky activities! […]

    Free

  • China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens

    2025 Events & Activities at Boerner Botanical Gardens

    China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. […]

    $16 – $28

  • Jack-O-Lantern Nights at the Racine Zoo

    Halloween 2025
    Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

    Jack-O-Lantern Nights (Racine Zoo) October 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30-31, 2025 from 6:00pm – 10:00pmWebsite Stroll through the Zoo along a dedicated paved pathway and b immersed in dazzling lights and intricately designed jack-o-lanterns. Discover custom designs including cats, owls, scarecrows, and more Halloween-themed creations. To compliment the jack-o-lanterns, there will be enchanting light displays throughout the […]

    $10

  • Jack-O-Lantern Nights at the Racine Zoo

    Halloween 2025
    Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

    Jack-O-Lantern Nights (Racine Zoo) October 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30-31, 2025 from 6:00pm – 10:00pmWebsite Stroll through the Zoo along a dedicated paved pathway and b immersed in dazzling lights and intricately designed jack-o-lanterns. Discover custom designs including cats, owls, scarecrows, and more Halloween-themed creations. To compliment the jack-o-lanterns, there will be enchanting light displays throughout the […]

    $10

  • KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)

    2025 Family Movies
    Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event PG • 1 hr 39 min We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix […]

    $9 – $12

  • October Fright Nights at The Milky Way Drive-In (Franklin)

    2025 Family Movies
    Milky Way Drive-In Movie Theater 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Franklin, WI, United States

    October Fright Nights (Milky Way Drive-In) October 3-November 2, 2025 The Milky Way Drive-in is showing Halloween movies every weekend in October at 6:30 p.m. Beforehand, you can walk through a Not-So-Scary Halloween Party every Sunday from 2:30-4:45 (more info above). A family bundle for both attractions is $45, and that gets admission for everyone […]

    $45

  • Kids Workshop at Home Depot

    Kids Workshop at Home Depot

    Kids Workshops at your local Home Depot is a FREE hands-on learning experience that encourages skill-building and creativity in children ages 5-12. Join us at 9am the first Saturday of every month while supplies last. Registration typically opens about a month before. Click here to view the upcoming monthly themes and see what your kids […]

    Free

  • Harry Potter 8-Movie Marathon (2-Day Event) at Marcus Movie Theatres

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    Back To Hogwarts! Harry Potter 8-Movie Marathon 2-Day event at multiple local Marcus Movie Theatres. For details and locations, check Here for Day 1 and Here for Day 2. 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.

    $20

  • China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens

    2025 Events & Activities at Boerner Botanical Gardens
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. […]

    $16 – $28

  • October Fright Nights at The Milky Way Drive-In (Franklin)

    2025 Family Movies
    Milky Way Drive-In Movie Theater 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Franklin, WI, United States

    October Fright Nights (Milky Way Drive-In) October 3-November 2, 2025 The Milky Way Drive-in is showing Halloween movies every weekend in October at 6:30 p.m. Beforehand, you can walk through […]

    $45

  • Harry Potter 8-Movie Marathon (2-Day Event) at Marcus Movie Theatres

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    Back To Hogwarts! Harry Potter 8-Movie Marathon 2-Day event at multiple local Marcus Movie Theatres. For details and locations, check Here for Day 1 and Here for Day 2. 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.

    $20

  • KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)

    2025 Family Movies
    Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event PG • 1 hr 39 min We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix […]

    $9 – $12

  • China Lights Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens

    2025 Events & Activities at Boerner Botanical Gardens
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. […]

    $16 – $28

  • KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)

    2025 Family Movies
    Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    KPop Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event PG • 1 hr 39 min We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix […]

    $9 – $12

  • Family Fun at The Oak Creek Public Library

    Family Fun
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Join us for an evening of fun with various stations and hands-on activities for the whole family! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration not required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

    Free

  • Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Racine Campus)

    Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Racine Campus)
    Wisconsin Humane Society Racine Campus 8900 16th St, Mount Pleasant

    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 special twist: your little ones will also meet an adorable animal at WHS! Registration is encouraged, but not required. There is a limit of 3 […]

    Free

  • Read Learn Create at The Oak Creek Public Library

    Read Learn Create
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    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 by a craft related to the story. Wear something that can get messy! Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story […]

    Free

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Wicked: For Good Opens at Marcus Theaters

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    Wicked: For Good  Rating: PG, for action/violence, some suggestive material and thematic material. Synopsis: Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about […]

    $12 – $30

  • Santa’s Arrival at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    The holiday season officially begins at 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹 — and Santa’s on his way!  Gather the family and join us in 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 as we welcome Santa when he arrives aboard the 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟭:𝟰𝟱 𝗔𝗠!  Santa begins photos at 12 PM — be among the first in line for your holiday picture […]

    Free

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Wicked: For Good Opens at Marcus Theaters

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    Wicked: For Good  Rating: PG, for action/violence, some suggestive material and thematic material. Synopsis: Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about […]

    $12 – $30

  • Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)

    Holiday 2025
    Jellystone Park Caledonia 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, United States

    November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]

    $25 – $35

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Wicked: For Good Opens at Marcus Theaters

    2025 Family Movies
    Marcus Theatres WI, United States

    Wicked: For Good  Rating: PG, for action/violence, some suggestive material and thematic material. Synopsis: Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about […]

    $12 – $30

  • Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)

    Holiday 2025
    Jellystone Park Caledonia 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, United States

    November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]

    $25 – $35

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)

    Holiday 2025
    Jellystone Park Caledonia 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, United States

    November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]

    $25 – $35

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)

    Holiday 2025
    Jellystone Park Caledonia 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, United States

    November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]

    $25 – $35

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)

    Holiday 2025
    Jellystone Park Caledonia 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, United States

    November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]

    $25 – $35

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will […]

    $30 – $60

  • Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)

    Holiday 2025
    Jellystone Park Caledonia 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, United States

    November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]

    $25 – $35

  • Kids Workshop at Home Depot

    Kids Workshop at Home Depot

    Kids Workshops at your local Home Depot is a FREE hands-on learning experience that encourages skill-building and creativity in children ages 5-12. Join us at 9am the first Saturday of every month while supplies last. Registration typically opens about a month before. Click here to view the upcoming monthly themes and see what your kids […]

    Free

  • Brunch with Santa & Bo Vine at Luxe Golf Bays (Franklin)

    Holiday 2025
    Luxe Golf Bays FRANKLIN 7065 South Ballpark Drive, Franlin, United States

    Brunch with Santa & Bo Vine at Luxe Golf Bays 📍7065 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin📅 Multiple Saturdays & Sundays – 9am / 11am Seatings Enjoy a festive brunch buffet, visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Bo Vine (the mascot of the Milwaukee Milkmen!), a complimentary family photo, and fun holiday activity stations for kids. 🎅 […]

    $75

  • Photos with Santa at Southridge Mall

    Holiday 2025
    Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

    Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24!  Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long.  Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here  bookmysantavisit.com  Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]

    $30 – $60

  • Wicked: For Good at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)

    Holiday 2025
    Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    The final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices. Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s […]

    $8 – $11

  • Zootopia 2 at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)

    Holiday 2025
    Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    In Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2,” detectives Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootopia and turns the mammal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new […]

    $8 – $11

  • Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)

    Holiday 2025
    Jellystone Park Caledonia 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, United States

    November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]

    $25 – $35

  • Zootopia 2 at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)

    Holiday 2025
    Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    In Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2,” detectives Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootopia and turns the mammal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new […]

    $8 – $11

  • Wicked: For Good at The Avalon Atmospheric Theater (Bay View)

    Holiday 2025
    Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    The final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices. Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s […]

    $8 – $11

  • Brunch with Santa & Bo Vine at Luxe Golf Bays (Franklin)

    Holiday 2025
    Luxe Golf Bays FRANKLIN 7065 South Ballpark Drive, Franlin, United States

    Brunch with Santa & Bo Vine at Luxe Golf Bays 📍7065 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin📅 Multiple Saturdays & Sundays – 9am / 11am Seatings Enjoy a festive brunch buffet, visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Bo Vine (the mascot of the Milwaukee Milkmen!), a complimentary family photo, and fun holiday activity stations for kids. 🎅 […]

    $75

  • Santa Visits at Area Sendik’s (See Dates & Locations)

    Holiday 2025
    Sendiks - Franklin 5200 W Rawson Ave, Franklin, WI, United States +1 more

    Sendik's Food Market in Franklin Santa Claus will be at Sendik's Food Market in Franklin. When: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 Where: Sendik's Food Market, Franklin, 5200 W. Rawson Ave.  Sendik's Food Market in Greenfield Santa will be at Sendik's Food Market in Greenfield. When: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 Where: Sendik's […]

    Free

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