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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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 […]
Take time to relax and slow down with some coloring sheets and puzzles. Enjoy quiet conversation with friends or bring your headphones and zone out! A variety of coloring supplies and puzzles will be provided. This program was made possible with support from the Menomonee Falls Library Friends. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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 […]
All guests (excluding groups*) receive FREE admission to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Capacity restrictions apply** and walkup tickets are subject to availability and not guaranteed. Guests will not be admitted past 6:30 p.m. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
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 […]
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. April's session features a special guest from Educators Credit Union! Registration is not required. Each session will […]
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 […]
CUB SCOUT NIGHT (SPRING 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: Thursday, March 19, 2026 LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI) PROGRAM/TIME/COST: LIONS & TIGERS: IN THE WILD (ages 5-11) […]
Join Milwaukee's own Syrenka Children's Polish Folk Dance Ensemble: Learn Polish Folk Dancing, singing, games, and stories, legends and history. Ages 4-9 We rehearse on Thursdays at 6pm at St. Agnes School Gym, located at 12801 W Fairmount Ave, Butler, WI 53007 No experience necessary. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. 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.
Mequon Nature Preserve has many family-friendly events throughout the year! These events are FREE to attend! Craft And Storytime One Friday a month at 10:00am, listen to a seasonally-themed book read by one of our staff members! Then take a short, guided hike and come back for a fun craft! All children must be accompanied […]
January 16, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am REGISTER HERE Have a cherished experience with your children and grandfriends from Hamilton House Senior Living in a true intergenerational fashion. This is a great chance for your little one(s) to get out and meet new kids and brighten the day of seniors. Activities Our playgroup will […]
REGISTER HERE Have a cherished experience with your children and grandfriends from Hamilton House Senior Living in a true intergenerational fashion. This is a great chance for your little one(s) to get out and meet new kids and brighten the day of seniors. Our playgroup will provide an opportunity to children, parents, and assisted living […]
Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. Available materials include Magna-Tiles, LEGO bricks, blocks, and construction straws. The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively on building […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parents to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time at WHS. Themes and crafts are always […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parents to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time at WHS. Themes and crafts are always […]
Glow Ice Skating - (Online Registration Required) Join us for an exciting evening at Eble Park Ice Arena's Glow Skate! Bring your friends, family, and teammates to skate under the vibrant, colorful new lights, accompanied by your favorite tunes. This fun-filled event is open to all ages and skating abilities. LOCATION: Eble Park Ice Arena […]
Glow Ice Skating - (Online Registration Required) Join us for an exciting evening at Eble Park Ice Arena's Glow Skate! Bring your friends, family, and teammates to skate under the vibrant, colorful new lights, accompanied by your favorite tunes. This fun-filled event is open to all ages and skating abilities. LOCATION: Eble Park Ice Arena (19400 […]
WELCOME SPRING SUNRISE HIKE at Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit On this first day of spring, join us as we explore how nature welcomes this new season. We will be walking the two-mile Tamarack Trail around Mauthe Lake. Make sure to wear appropriate footwear as the trail may be snowy or wet. This […]
Race Day Schedule 6:30-7:45am Packet Pickup 7:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 8:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish! Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal […]
Saturdays through the end of March: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm The Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market has returned to The Table every Saturday this winter. Its dual goals are to provide a venue for the community to access local and regional produce, meats, bread, honey and other value-added products, and to support local family businesses […]
Ages 3-12: Make a seasonal craft! While supplies last. 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.
Join Us for Our 3rd Annual Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt & All-Abilities Resource Fair! This inclusive community event is designed for children of all abilities and their families, with thoughtful accommodations to ensure every child can participate comfortably. The Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt features multiple time slots to support sensory needs, including a […]
Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt & Resource Fair Join Us for Our 3rd Annual Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt & All-Abilities Resource Fair! 🐣🌷 Medical Support Services and We Rock the Spectrum – Milwaukee are excited to host our 3rd Annual Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt, now expanded to include an All-Abilities Resource Fair. This inclusive community event […]
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 […]
Family Day Saturday, March 21st, 2026 | 10:00am - 2:00pm MCHS| 910 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Milwaukee, WI, 53203 Join us for Family Day at the Milwaukee County Historical Society – this year's theme is Transportation. Come see how planes, trains, cars, and boats have shaped the city! Explore the science behind […]
Maple Sugar Time!📅 March 21, 2026 📍 Schlitz Audubon Nature Center (1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI 53217) Learn to identify maple trees, tap logs, and see how sap transforms into syrup through live demonstrations and hands-on activities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
The G-Scale Railroad is a permanent display in our House of Blooms greenhouse. Multiple trains are running 10am-3pm when we are open . Spend time discovering all the different scenarios that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit for a spell to do coloring pages and activities Please note: Dates and times […]
Maple Fest 2026 is coming to O’Malley Family Farm! 🍁 Join us for a sweet day of hayrides, maple taffy, live music, farm animals, and family fun. Celebrate the sweet season of maple syrup at our family-friendly Maple Fest! Join us for a full day of outdoor fun, hands-on learning, and classic farm experiences designed […]
Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you […]
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter! Ages 4-6. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Stop by Journey Martial Arts in Waukesha for some FREE Family Fun: outdoor & indoor Easter time festivities! We’ll be running a kids "egg & spoon" obstacle course inside & egg hunt area for age 6 & under inside the studio as well! In addition, you can visit our seed starting station outside to get […]
What happens when Flamenco meets West African drumming, Mexican folk dance, and Polynesian traditions? One explosive evening of global dance and live music! (W)here in the World takes the stage on March 21st, fusing music and dance traditions from around the world. Unique to Milwaukee, the Midwest, and beyond, this stellar lineup of global dance […]
Shen Yun 2026-the 20th Anniversary Celebration with Spiritually Inspired Performance EXPERIENCE The Beauty of Ancient China Before Communism LET SHEN YUN TAKE YOU on a journey through China’s five millennia of divinely inspired culture. Ancient legends of dynasties past, inspiring stories of the modern day, the world’s finest classical Chinese dancers, and dazzling animated backdrops […]
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Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 […]
Big Bunny Celebration and Easter Egg Hunt Embark on a journey with the Country Bunny this spring and make it a day you’ll never forget! Experience an adventurous, interactive story and meet the Country Bunny himself! Make sure to bring your camera... he’ll be ready for pictures with you! Please note: Dates and times are […]
MPM’s world famous “Milwaukee-style” dioramas, including Muskrats created by taxidermist Carl Akeley, will be the inspiration behind several fresh, engaging programs and interactive events that put a fun twist on some of the Museum’s oldest displays. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Apple Holler's Big Bunny Celebration is Hopping Back! This is the spring day your little ones will talk about all year. Our Big Bunny Celebration is not just an egg hunt, but also an interactive Easter adventure filled with giggles, photo ops, and sweet farm memories! Here is what your family can look forward to: […]
NOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11:10 a.m. Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa 12:10 p.m. A to Z Astronomy! 12:50 p.m. Ocean Odyssey 1:50 p.m. Wisconsin Stargazing […]
AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by a Pfister Tea Butler, while learning about the tea. The Afternoon Tea menu is complete with fresh scones, sandwiches, and pastries. Wednesdays - Sundays, Seating Times: […]
A Bigger, Buggier Balloon Adventure Returns to Lake Geneva, WI 100,000 Balloons Transform PIER 290 Boat Showroom into Larger-than-Life Immersive Experience Get ready to start Buggin’ Out. The annual Balloon Adventure returns to PIER 290 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, for its third year, with its boat showroom transformed into a colorful, crawl-worthy world of oversized bugs […]
Creative Time for Families Winter/Spring 2026 Sessions: Sunday, February 22, 2026, 12:30-2:30 pm Polymer Clay Creations: Craft Your Own Beads Sunday, March 22, 2026, 12:30-2:30 pm: Stamp Carving Sunday, April 12, 2026, 12:30-2:30 pm: Get Ready for Earth Day! Seed Paper Workshop From February through April, we will be offering monthly drop-in workshops for families. […]
February 20 - March 22 at The Todd Wehr Theater Recommended for families with young people ages 6-14 and magical dreamers of all ages J.M. Barrie’s classic story comes to life as never seen before in this thrilling new production. Through the magic of stage wizardry and the power of your imagination, you will find […]
Valentine's Day is Ruby's favorite day of the year because she gets to say "I love you" to everyone and makes cards and treats to deliver throughout town. 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.
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 […]
Enjoy a Milwaukee Wave Home Game at the UWM Panther Arena in Downtown Milwaukee! 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.
JULIUS CAESAR MARCH 13 – 22, 2026 YOUNG COMPANY PERFORMANCE PROJECT By William Shakespeare Beware the Ides of March! If only Julius Caesar had listened. Fresh from a victory over his rival Pompey, Caesar basks in his newfound power, celebrated by the people of Rome. But not everyone is cheering. Some fear he is becoming too […]
Charlotte's Web March 20 - 29, 2026 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun: 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI 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.
The Hollywood Film Orchestra Presents The Music of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit & The Rings of Power - in Concert with a special guest from the films, a symphonic orchestra and the Oscar-winning music of Ed Sheeran, Howard Shore, Annie Lennox, Enya, and more great composers. The musical world of hobbits and elves from J.R.R. Tolkien’s “Lord of The Rings”, “The Hobbit” and “The Rings of Power” will be performed in a unique concert by a film orchestra, choir, and star soloists. The two-hour performance features an […]
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