Milwaukee With Kids

Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, 53045, United States
Family 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 please.

The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops!

Every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free of charge to the first 40 registered participants.
10:00am-Noon. Families can arrive anytime between 10:00am-11:30am. Projects usually take around 30 minutes to complete.
Projects will vary from month to month, but all will be the perfect opportunity for families to come together and create art.
*Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-in’s please.

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.

Winter Farmer's Market at Brookfield Square Food Court
2026-01-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Brookfield Square Mall, 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, 53005, United States
We are delighted to host the 1st Annual Winter Farmers’ Market in Brookfield this year.
The winter market sets up in the Food Court each Saturday from 10:00am – 2:00pm through the end of March 2026.
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.

DelaFREEZE
2026-01-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Delafield, 412 Genesee St, Delafield, 53018, United States
DelaFREEZE (Free!)
When: January 10, 10 AM – 3 PM | Where: Downtown DelafieldWatch ice carvers create stunning sculptures, ice skate, and warm up with hot cocoa or a Bloody Mary at the ice bar. Families can enjoy crafts and scavenger hunts at the Delafield Public Library.
Join us for our 8th Annual DelaFREEZE event in Delafield on January 10th, 2026
The Delafield Chamber of Commerce and its business members come together to provide live ice carvings and fun activities throughout the Delafield Area.
Visitors are expected to come from many surrounding areas to stroll along Delafield and view the amazing art of Ice Carving. This event is family-friendly and free for all ages. Blocks of ice will be placed throughout the city. Each sculpture will be carved from a block of ice during our 10am to 3pm event. Our walking map will walk visitors through the area to see all of the carvings.
Each sculpture will be carved from a 300-pound block of ice that has been frozen in a special process to ensure the blocks are crystal clear. The blocks are ten inches thick, twenty inches wide and stand forty inches tall on a wooden stand. The live sculpture carving grabs many visitor’s attention! Visitors will be able to see the carver’s tools and watch them work as they transform the massive blocks of ice into an array of masterpieces.
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.

Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
2026-01-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-10 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Hawthorn Glen Nature Center, 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Little 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.
Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m.
Attendance is FREE!
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.

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
2026-01-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Horwitz – DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center), S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, 53188, United States
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Schedule Winter/Spring 2026
Purchase Tickets Here.
Wednesday 1/7 at 11:00am – Two Small Pieces of Glass – $5.00/person
Wednesday 1/14 at 11:00am – Amazing Planet- $5.00/person
Wednesday 1/21 at 11:00am – Cleopatra’s Universe – $5.00/person
Wednesday 1/28 at 11:00am – Satelix – $5.00/person
SATURDAY SHOWS
1/3, 1/10, 1/24, 1/31 at 11:00am – Defying Gravity: It Is Rocket Science – $5.00/person
1/3, 1/10, 1/24, 1/31 at 1:00pm -Messengers of Time & Space- $5.00/person
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.

New Berlin Winterfest
2026-01-10 15:00 - 19:00 | Malone Park, 16400 W Al Stigler Pkwy, New Berlin, WI, 53151, United States
Winterfest • SAT, JANUARY 10 • 3PM-7PM

Join us in bringing the magic of winter to New Berlin! Our Annual Winterfest is just around the corner, and we’re excited to offer various sponsorship levels for businesses to be a part of this beloved community event.
Whether you’re interested in promoting your brand through banners, ice sculptures, commemorative mugs, or fireworks, we have options that can fit every business. Support an unforgettable experience at the Activity and Recreation Center (ARC)!
Multiple sponsorship levels are available, from Title Sponsors to individual ice sculptures and community-level contributions. Get exposure, connect with the community, and make a memorable impact this winter!

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.

Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
2026-01-10 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-01-10 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-11 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-01-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Times Cinema, 5906 W. VLIET ST, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Labyrinth 40th Anniversary

PG • 1 hr 51 min • 1/8/2026

Frustrated with babysitting on yet another weekend night, Sarah (Jennifer Connelly), a teenager with an active imagination, summons the Goblins to take her baby stepbrother away. When little Toby actually disappears, Sarah must follow him into a fantastical world to rescue him from the Goblin King (David Bowie). Guarding his castle is the labyrinth itself, a twisted maze of deception, populated with outrageous characters and unknown dangers. To get through it in time to save Toby, Sarah befriends the Goblins, in hopes that their loyalty isn’t just another illusion in a place where nothing is as it seems.

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.

KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®
2026-01-11 11:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-12 11:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-13 11:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-14 11:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-15 11:00 - 20:00 | Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield, 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, 53186, United States
KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series

Join us between Jan. 9 and March 1, 2026, to view your favorite family movies for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location!
THE SERIES LINEUP:

“How to Train Your Dragon” – Jan. 9, 10, 11: Tickets

“A Minecraft Movie” – Jan. 16, 17, 18, 19: Tickets

“Migration” – Jan. 23, 24, 25: Tickets

“Minions: The Rise of Gru” – Jan. 30, 31, Feb. 1: Tickets

“The Land Before Time” – Feb. 6, 7, 8: Tickets

“Smurfs” (2025) – Feb. 13, 14, 15, 16: Tickets

“Pets on a Train” – Feb. 20, 21, 22: Tickets

“The Bad Guys 2” – Feb. 27, 28, March 1: Tickets

CHECK THIS LINK FOR PARTICIPATING THEATRES AND SCHEDULES
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.

New Berlin Historical Society Open House
2026-01-11 13:00 - 16:00 | New Berlin Historical Society, 19885 W National Ave, New Berlin, WI, 53146, United States
The New Berlin History Museum will be open the second Sunday of each month during the hours 1-4 pm. There is no admission charge.
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.

Special Needs Swim at Springs Water Park at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
2026-01-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Springs Water Park, 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee, WI, 53072, United States
Springs Water Park at The Ingleside Hotel, 2810 Golf Road Pewaukee WI
Special Needs Swim
The Ingleside Hotel offers a refreshing change of pace from the conventional meeting and conference destinations. Business events can be something special when there are trails for hiking and wide-open spaces for team building right outside your door.
The Springs Water Park will offer a special swim from 4pm to 7pm on select Sundays for children and adults with special needs for just $10.00 per person. This rate is applicable for special needs individuals and up to four others (parent, siblings and/or therapist).
For upcoming dates, view our Event Calendar.
Our water is warm and so is our welcome! Experience Special Needs Swim, designed for guests with special needs and their families. Tickets are just $10 each online at bit.ly/41MGugj, and all are valid from 4-7pm on special Sundays—don’t miss out.

1/4/2026, 1/11/2026, 2/1/2026, 2/8/2026, 2/22/2026, 3/1/2026, 3/8/2026, 3/15/2026 from 4pm to 7pm

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.

Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center
2026-01-13 09:30 - 10:30 | Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
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.

DATES/TIMES: Second Tuesday & Wednesday of the month* • 9:30–10:30 a.m.
*October 2025 program falls on first Tuesday

LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)

COST: $5 per child per date (ages 2-4)

REGISTRATION: Required; register online at least 24 hours in advance. Walk-ins are welcome if space allows; call ahead and arrive by 9:15 a.m.

Same program offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
JULY 8 or 9 — Fantastic Fireflies: These insects light up the night sky, but let’s see them and uncover their secrets in the daytime.
AUGUST 12 or 13 — Turtles Galore: Learn about these little adventurers as they hatch, leave the nest, and head to their home waters.
SEPTEMBER 9 or 10 — Nature’s Textures: Let’s use our sense of touch to explore all the textures nature has to offer.
OCTOBER 7 or 8 — The Great Orange Pumpkin: Celebrate fall by hunting for pumpkins, decorating the outside, and exploring the inside.
NOVEMBER 11 or 12 — Seeds, Seeds, Everywhere: Discover how plants make more plants and how baby plants find new homes on a seed scavenger hunt!
DECEMBER 9 or 10 — Winter Birds: Let’s discover the brave birds facing the cold, how they survive, and how we can lend a helping hand.
JANUARY 13 or 14 — Planetarium & Hike: Experience the Northern Lights, an asteroid, and constellations, followed by a fun hike after the show.

NOTE: Each child must be accompanied by an adult; adult is free. Dress for the weather, as program includes an outdoor component. In poor weather, full program may move indoors.
For any questions, please contact ParksInfo@waukeshacounty.gov.
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.

Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center (Ages 2-4)
2026-01-13 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-01-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
WEE WONDERSDiscover 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.
*****DATES/TIMES: Second Tuesday & Wednesday of the month* • 9:30–10:30 a.m.LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)COST: $5 per child per date (ages 2-4)
*October 2025 program falls on first Tuesday
*****REGISTRATION: Required; register online at least 24 hours in advance. Walk-ins are welcome if space allows; call ahead and arrive by 9:15 a.m.
Register at wauk.co/webtrac (click “Programs & Special Events,” then “Public Programs”).
*****Same program offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

NOVEMBER 11 or 12 — Seeds, Seeds, Everywhere: Discover how plants make more plants and how baby plants find new homes on a seed scavenger hunt!
DECEMBER 9 or 10 — Winter Birds: Let’s discover the brave birds facing the cold, how they survive, and how we can lend a helping hand.
JANUARY 13 or 14 — Planetarium & Hike: Experience the Northern Lights, an asteroid, and constellations, followed by a fun hike after the show.
*****NOTE: Each child must be accompanied by an adult; adult is free. Dress for the weather, as program includes an outdoor component. In poor weather, full program may move indoors.

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.

Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
2026-01-13 17:00 - 19:00 | The Landing at Hoyt Park, 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226, United States
Every 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 Party+, Nugget Nation, Cloud 9 Workshop, Zoological Society of Milwaukee, and many more! Lineup changes weekly, so check our Calendar.

The Landing at Hoyt Park Beer Garden 1800 N Swan Boulevard Wauwatosa WI from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

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.

Cub Scout Night at Retzer Nature Center
2026-01-13 17:00 - 19:15 | Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
CUB SCOUT NIGHT (WINTER 2026)
Join us for Cub Scout Night at Retzer Nature Center and the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium! Scouts will enjoy exciting, engaging adventures in nature and space. It’s fun, educational, and truly unforgettable.
DATE: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)
PROGRAM/TIME/COST:
BEAR: CHAMPIONS FOR NATURE (ages 5-11) • 5-6 p.m. • $6 per child
Natural resources are important to all living things. They include water, soil, and air. We will explore natural resources by investigating wastewater, soil, and air pollution. Requirements 1-4 will be completed and guidance for Requirement 5 (conservation project) will be provided.
WOLF: SPIRIT OF THE WATER (ages 5-11) • 5-6 p.m. • $6 per child
All living things need water to live, but we use water for more than just survival. We’ll learn where the water we use comes from, how water can become polluted, ways to conserve water in your home, and how water is treated to become safe to drink. Requirements 1-4 will be completed.
LIONS & TIGERS: CHAMPIONS FOR NATURE (ages 5-11) • 5-6 p.m. • $6 per child
Discover natural resources, human-made items, how to recycle. Learn about the 4 R’s: reduce, reuse, recycle, and rot, and discover what happens to the garbage in our community. Requirements 1-3 will be completed and guidance for Requirement 4 will be provided.
WOLF: CHAMPIONS FOR NATURE (age 5-11) • 6-7 p.m. • $6 per child
The Earth provides valuable resources that we need. Discover things you can do to ensure that the Earth’s resources are taken care of and respected. Learn about the difference between renewable natural resources and non-renewable. Learn about the four R’s: reduce, reuse, recycle, and rot, and discover what happens to recyclables in our community. Brainstorm ideas for a conservation project that will make a difference. Requirements 1-3 will be completed and guidance for Requirement 4 will be provided.
ARROW OF LIGHT: INTO THE WILD (ages 5-11) • 5-6 p.m. • $6 per child
Go “into the wild” to learn about animals and how they contribute to the world in which we live. Observe animals and their behavior, create a model of an animal’s ecosystem, see how animals and people coexist, and learn about wildlife management. Requirements 1-5 will be completed.
TIGER: SKY IS THE LIMIT (ages 5-11*) • 6-7:15 p.m. • $7.50 per attendee*
During the Star Signs planetarium show, observe easy-to-see constellations and names of stars in the night sky. Scouts will use a telescope, binoculars, or a sunspotter to observe distant objects, such as stars, planets, nebulae, galaxies, and/or the sun.** Lastly, a homemade model of a constellation will be made. Requirements 3-4 will be completed and guidance for Requirements 1-2 will be provided (weather permitting).
**A live planetarium star talk will replace telescope observation if the weather doesn’t allow outdoor viewing.
REGISTRATION: Required; register online by noon the day before. Sorry, no walk-ins.
NOTE: Come as a Den or individually. Each Scout must register separately. Scouts must be accompanied by a parent (individual) or leader (Den). *Registration for parents, leaders, and siblings is needed for Planetarium programs. Dress for the weather, as some activities are outdoors. In poor weather, full program may move indoors. A program may be cancelled if fewer than 10 enroll.
For any questions, please contact ParksInfo@waukeshacounty.gov
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.
