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 Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee
Special Needs Swim at Springs Water Park at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
Springs Water Park 2810 Golf Rd, PewaukeeWeek of Events
Sunday, January 4, 2026
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January 4, 2026 -US Olympic Team Long Track Trials at the Pettit National Ice Center
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January 4, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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January 4, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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January 4, 2026 -Special Needs Swim at Springs Water Park at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
US Olympic Team Long Track Trials at the Pettit National Ice Center
US Olympic Team Trials Long Track Return to the Pettit National Ice Center US Speedskating announced that the 2026 U.S. Olympic Team Trials Long Track will be held at the Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 2-5, 2026. Top skaters from around the nation will compete for spots to represent Team USA […]
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 […]
Special Needs Swim at Springs Water Park at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
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 […]
Monday, January 5, 2026
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January 5, 2026 -US Olympic Team Long Track Trials at the Pettit National Ice Center
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January 5, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
US Olympic Team Long Track Trials at the Pettit National Ice Center
US Olympic Team Trials Long Track Return to the Pettit National Ice Center US Speedskating announced that the 2026 U.S. Olympic Team Trials Long Track will be held at the Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 2-5, 2026. Top skaters from around the nation will compete for spots to represent Team USA […]
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 […]
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
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January 6, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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January 6, 2026 -Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
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 […]
Family Night at The Landing (Wauwatosa)
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 […]
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
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January 7, 2026 -Outdoor Classroom for Kids (Ages 4-12) at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
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January 7, 2026 -Wacky First Wednesday at The Milwaukee Domes
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January 7, 2026 -Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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January 7, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Outdoor Classroom for Kids (Ages 4-12) at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
OUTDOOR CLASSROOM FOR KIDSLearn and discover in the great outdoors! This program offers guided, hands-on exploration that brings seasonal topics to life for children ages 4-12. *****DATES/TIMES: Select Wednesdays • 10–11 a.m.*LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)COST: $5 per child per date (ages 4-12) REGISTRATION: Required; register online at least 24 hours […]
Wacky First Wednesday at The Milwaukee Domes
Wacky 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 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)
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 […]
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 […]
Thursday, January 8, 2026
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January 8, 2026 -Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
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January 8, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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January 8, 2026 -Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
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 […]
Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
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 […]
Friday, January 9, 2026
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January 9, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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January 9, 2026 -Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
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 […]
Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
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 […]
Saturday, January 10, 2026
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January 10, 2026 -Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)
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January 10, 2026 -DelaFREEZE
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January 10, 2026 -Winter Farmer’s Market at Brookfield Square Food Court
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January 10, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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January 10, 2026 -Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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January 10, 2026 -Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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January 10, 2026 -Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
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January 10, 2026 -New Berlin Winterfest
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January 10, 2026 -Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
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January 10, 2026 -Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)
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 […]
DelaFREEZE
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 […]
Winter Farmer’s Market at Brookfield Square Food Court
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 […]
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 […]
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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 […]
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
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 […]
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 […]
New Berlin Winterfest
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, […]
Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
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 […]
Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) at The Times Cinema
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 […]
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