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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Visit the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train in Menomonee Falls
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls
Reindeer Visit and Photos (Ticketed Event)
The Corners of Brookfield 20111 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee
It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) at The Times Cinema
Times Cinema 5906 W. VLIET ST, Milwaukee
White Christmas (1954) at The Rosebud Cinema (Wauwatosa)
Rosebud Cinema 6823 W North Ave, Wauwatosa
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
Ingleside Hotel & Waterpark 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield
Week of Events
Sunday, December 21, 2025
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December 21, 2025 -Milwaukee Railroad Club’s Toy Train and Collectible Show at The New Berlin Ale House
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December 21, 2025 -Visit the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train in Menomonee Falls
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December 21, 2025 -Reindeer Visit and Photos (Ticketed Event)
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December 21, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 21, 2025 -It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) at The Times Cinema
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December 21, 2025 -White Christmas (1954) at The Rosebud Cinema (Wauwatosa)
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December 21, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 21, 2025 -Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
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December 21, 2025 -Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
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December 21, 2025 -Public Ice Skating at The Pettit MKE
Milwaukee Railroad Club’s Toy Train and Collectible Show at The New Berlin Ale House
Toy Train and Collectible Show. Buy, Sell , and Trade Toy Trains and other Collectibles. New and Used . Our parts dealer has O gauge parts, mostly Lionel, post war and some pre war and some late model parts.Admission $4.00 Kids 12 and under Free with AdultEntrance on East side building off west Cleveland Ave […]
Visit the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train in Menomonee Falls
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
Reindeer Visit and Photos (Ticketed Event)
Reindeer Visit and Photos December 21st: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at Market Square While Santa is busy prepping for the holidays at the North Pole, he sent some of his furry friends to say hello and spread some holiday cheer! Live reindeer will be onsite Sunday, December 21st in Market Square from 11p-2pm […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) at The Times Cinema
George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all - and it's Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence. Clarence then shows George what his town would have looked […]
White Christmas (1954) at The Rosebud Cinema (Wauwatosa)
"White Christmas" spins the romantic and humorous tale of Bob Wallace and Phil Davis (Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye), two Army buddies who became a top-notch musical comedy team after the war and are now the toast of Broadway. While on the road in Florida, the stars become involved with twe aspiring singers, the sister […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Glow Skate at Eble Park Ice Arena Skate under the glow lights for a festive twist on a favorite winter activity. This fun-filled event is open to all ages and skating abilities. Sunday, December 21, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Friday, December 26, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday, December 27, 2025 4:30 pm […]
Public Ice Skating at The Pettit MKE
Public Ice Skating! Check The Website for additional times. 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.
Monday, December 22, 2025
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December 22, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 22, 2025 -Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
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December 22, 2025 -Public Ice Skating at The Pettit MKE
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December 22, 2025 -Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
Public Ice Skating at The Pettit MKE
Public Ice Skating! Check The Website for additional times. 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.
Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium
Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! After two whimsical years of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, journey into the Imaginarium to experience the wonders of the holidays once again. Find your tickets here! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
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December 23, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 23, 2025 -Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
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December 23, 2025 -Public Ice Skating at The Pettit MKE
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
Public Ice Skating at The Pettit MKE
Public Ice Skating! Check The Website for additional times. 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.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
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December 24, 2025 -It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) at The Times Cinema
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December 24, 2025 -It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) at The Rosebud Cinema (Wauwatosa)
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December 24, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 24, 2025 -Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) at The Times Cinema
George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all - and it's Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence. Clarence then shows George what his town would have looked […]
It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) at The Rosebud Cinema (Wauwatosa)
George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all - and it's Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence. Clarence then shows George what his town would have looked […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
Thursday, December 25, 2025
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December 25, 2025 -Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
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December 25, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 25, 2025 -Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
Thursdays 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 Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
Friday, December 26, 2025
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December 26, 2025 -Frosty Free Week at the MKE Co Zoo
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December 26, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 26, 2025 -Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
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December 26, 2025 -Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Frosty Free Week at the MKE Co Zoo
Frosty Free Week at the Zoo đź“…December 26-30 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM (open until 4:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday) It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo is offering free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Regular parking and attraction rates apply. Regular admission rates apply to the Zoo’s […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Glow Skate at Eble Park Ice Arena Skate under the glow lights for a festive twist on a favorite winter activity. This fun-filled event is open to all ages and skating abilities. Sunday, December 21, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Friday, December 26, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday, December 27, 2025 4:30 pm […]
Saturday, December 27, 2025
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December 27, 2025 -Frosty Free Week at the MKE Co Zoo
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December 27, 2025 -Visit the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train in Menomonee Falls
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December 27, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 27, 2025 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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December 27, 2025 -Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
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December 27, 2025 -Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
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December 27, 2025 -Starlight Hike at The Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit
Frosty Free Week at the MKE Co Zoo
Frosty Free Week at the Zoo đź“…December 26-30 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM (open until 4:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday) It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo is offering free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Regular parking and attraction rates apply. Regular admission rates apply to the Zoo’s […]
Visit the Midwest’s Largest G-Scale Train in Menomonee Falls
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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 […]
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Glow Skate at Eble Park Ice Arena Skate under the glow lights for a festive twist on a favorite winter activity. This fun-filled event is open to all ages and skating abilities. Sunday, December 21, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Friday, December 26, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday, December 27, 2025 4:30 pm […]
Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
Starlight Hike at The Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit
Weather: This event is weather-dependent. Event Description: Join us for a series of short hikes to stargaze in our forest! The thin, cold air is the best for seeing the stars dancing above- and photographing them! Most smartphone cameras can capture images of the cosmos when the settings are adjusted. Warm clothing/boots and flashlights are […]
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