Wild For Rhinos At The Milwaukee Co Zoo
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 […]
$15 – $18
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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 County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States
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HAWSfest at The Waukesha Expo Center
Waukesha Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI, United StatesOur 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 […]
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Reel Movies for Real Needs: Sensory-Friendly Moviegoing Environment at Area Marcus Theatres
Marcus Theatres WI, United StatesReel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! Reel Movies for Real Needs, a year-round sensory-friendly moviegoing environment at select Marcus Theatres At […]
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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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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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The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset 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 […]
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The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset 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 […]
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Hometown Half Marathon and 5K/10K – Featuring Kids Dash
Friends of Estabrook Park 4400 N Estabrook Pkwy, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRace Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! […]
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Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWeekend 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 […]
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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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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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The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset 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 […]
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The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset 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 […]
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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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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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Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
The Landing at Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesEvery Tuesday night is family night at the Landing! Open all year, we will have indoor and outdoor activities for families and kids of all ages. Featured partners: Tosa Block […]
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Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
Zarminali Pediatrics- 800 N Mayfair Rd Ste 200, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 Zarminali Pediatrics, Wauwatosa/Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesZarminali Pediatrics is a new pediatric clinic located in the Menomonee Falls and Wauwatosa communities. We will be hosting a newborn education series over the course of 4 weeks in […]
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Sunset Meditation and Hike at Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium (Ages 10+)
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium & Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, United StatesCome unwind under the dome of the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium and meditate for your mental health! Unwind as you travel from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole, then relax under […]
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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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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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Discover Authentic at Authentic Birth Center (Wauwatosa)
Authentic Birth Center 530 N 108th Place Suite 100, Wauwatosa, United StatesYou’re Invited: Join us at our next Discover Authentic event! The first Wednesday of every month, we offer a tour, presentation, and open Q&A for expecting or future parents. 💫 […]
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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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Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThursdays from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Washington Park - NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at […]
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All Ages and Abilities Wheelchair Basketball at Whitman Middle School MKE
Whitman Middle School 11100 W Center St, Milwaukee, United StatesOur 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 […]
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Jurassic Journey at the Waukesha County Expo Center
Waukesha Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI, United StatesThe Adventure Begins Join us May 8-25, 2026 at the Waukesha County Expo Center Step into the Midwest’s largest animatronic dinosaur collection and wander through breathtaking prehistoric landscapes. From fossil […]
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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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Spring Bird Count 2026 at Retzer Nature Center (Teens)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesThe Spring Bird Count is held each May by the Benjamin F. Goss Bird Club, which corresponds to counting spring migration of owls, waterfowls, shorebirds, songbirds, warblers, and other spring […]
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Habitat Restoration Muskego Park
Muskego Park S83 W20370 Janesville Rd, Muskego, WI, United StatesJoin us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]
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Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWeekend 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 […]
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A Half Day of Awareness at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesJoin the Mindfulness Community of Milwaukee at Retzer Nature Center for A Half Day of Awareness – a four-hour experience designed to reconnect you with nature and yourself. Through gentle […]
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Jurassic Journey at the Waukesha County Expo Center
Waukesha Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI, United StatesThe Adventure Begins Join us May 8-25, 2026 at the Waukesha County Expo Center Step into the Midwest’s largest animatronic dinosaur collection and wander through breathtaking prehistoric landscapes. From fossil […]
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Barre with Babes in Menomonee Falls: A Celebration of Mamas
The Lawrence Event Center N56W21318 Silver Spring Drive, Menomonee Falls, United StatesCelebrate Mother's Day with a barre class, coffee + connection, plus fun goodies & giveaways! Barre class will be from 9:30-10:10am. Babies, toddlers, and kids of all ages are welcome! […]
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LEGO Club at The Brookfield Public Library
Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United StatesFree-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library's challenge! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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MKE REC’s Mother’s Day Hike at Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMother’s Day has always been a time to honor special caregivers- how better to do that than to spend some time together in nature? Bring that special person in your life to the […]
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Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United StatesFamily Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins […]
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Lyss + Little Grand Re-Opening (Wauwatosa)
Lyss and Littles 7251 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, United StatesGRAND REOPENING Mark Your Calendars — May 9th | 10AM–4PM 🤍 2270 N 70th Street, Wauwatosa WI Lyss + Littles 2.0 is finally (almost) here!!! come celebrate the new space, […]
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Reel Movies for Real Needs: Sensory-Friendly Moviegoing Environment at Area Marcus Theatres
Marcus Theatres WI, United StatesReel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! Reel Movies for Real Needs, a year-round sensory-friendly moviegoing environment at select Marcus Theatres At […]
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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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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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Hannah’s Haven Reading Program
HAWS Schallock Center for Animals W330 S1205 County Rd C, Delafield, WI, United StatesHannah’s Haven is a heartwarming reading program created in loving memory of Hannah, a beloved HAWS alumni dog whose happiest moments were spent working with children in schools, libraries, and […]
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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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Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWeekend 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 […]
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Milwaukee Mother’s Day! Mom’s Get In Free at The Harley Davidson Museum, Discovery World, MKE Public Museum, Bookworm Gardens (Shorewood) and Old World Wisconsin
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States +3 moreIt's Mother's Day in Milwaukee! Let's take Mom out for a memorable day on the town. Show her all the love you got! She deserves it. Please note: Dates and […]
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Jurassic Journey at the Waukesha County Expo Center
Waukesha Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI, United StatesThe Adventure Begins Join us May 8-25, 2026 at the Waukesha County Expo Center Step into the Midwest’s largest animatronic dinosaur collection and wander through breathtaking prehistoric landscapes. From fossil […]
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Mother’s Day at the Milwaukee Co Zoo (Mom’s Get In Free!)
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesJoin the Milwaukee County Zoo on Sunday, May 10 to help celebrate a happy Mother’s Day with free admission to all moms, courtesy of Peoples State Bank. Parking and other […]
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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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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. […]
Free
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