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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THE ATRIUM 2107 E Capitol Dr Shorewood WI SUNDAYS I JAN 04 - FEB 22 | 9:00am - 1:00pm Sign up for our weekly emails and get the current list […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure […]
Deck the Streets and Village...There's no place like MPM for the holidays! November 16, 2025 - January 25, 2026 Wednesdays through Mondays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Experience the magic […]
Museum Days January 22 - February 1, 2026 When the winter chill sets in, Milwaukee turns up the wonder! From January 22 to February 1, 2026, Museum Days invites locals […]
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. […]
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. […]
JANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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 […]
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 […]
This event features a live cello performance by the museum's current Artist in Residence. Attendees can listen to a set of solo music and learn about the instrument through the […]
Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2026 Hamilton Uihlein Hall – Marcus Center 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new […]
Join the MSO as we celebrate the American spirit during our nation’s 250th anniversary year! The courage, creativity, and innovation of American composers from Scott Joplin to Florence Price 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 […]
Bring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages and snacks available for purchase. Performances take place in […]
Jan. 15 - 25, 2026 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI The story of Stanley Yelnats, who is wrongly convicted […]
These are 90-minute play-based classes for toddlers. Each session includes storytime, music and parachute play, along with hands-on sensory and craft stations. The class ends with open playtime, during which […]
Discover the Yasmin series by Saadia Faruqi and celebrate all the things that make Yasmin, Yasmin and make you, you! This program is a story-based activity session centered on the […]
This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early […]
Ages 1.5 - 3 years. Siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
Outdoor Explore Club at Riverside Park (For ages 6-11) Let's explore the great outdoors! From prairies to playgrounds, we'll spend time in Riverside Park together this fall with kids ages […]
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 […]
Two players will sign autographs in the Aurora Sports Health Autograph Corner after the game. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
This 20 minute Story Time followed by a playtime is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required. […]
Ages O - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
December 31 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am BilingualStorytime at The Domes Bilingual Storytime at The Domes Mitchell Park Domes The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual […]
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 […]
Drop in, meet fellow players, and try out some multiplayer games on the library’s Nintendo Switch! For children in grades 3-6. Meets the last Wednesday of the month at 4:30 […]
A Blizzard of Thanks for Healthcare Heroes with Kids Impact Community It is cold and flu season, which means our community’s healthcare workers are working extra hard to keep us […]
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. […]
Darci Lynne & Friends: Up Close & Personal Pabst Theater Group January 29, 2026 at 7:30pm Actor, singer, and ventriloquist Darci Lynne was 12 years old when she paired her […]
Fri, Jan 16 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Jan 23 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Jan 30 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Feb 6 […]
This event is an evening focused on ice skating and Milwaukee Theater. Activities to include face painting, giveaways, ice skating, and a Broadway performance by Ice Theater MKE. Free skate […]
Friday, January 30 - February 1 Shrek Jr. presented by Forte Youth Productions Saber Center for the Performing Arts, 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI 53132, USA, SC-Saber Center Events […]
A magical and beautifully animated journey through time, ARCO is a dazzling adventure about a 10-year-old boy from a peaceful, distant future who accidentally travels back to the year 2075 and discovers […]
Visit with different child care and summer camp providers to learn more about their offerings and programs at this exciting one-stop shop event! There will also be drawings for door […]
Join the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Milwaukee County Parks and local fishing clubs for a free youth ice fishing clinic at select Milwaukee County Parks on Saturday, January […]
Drop by the Menomonee Falls Public Library for a special time for adults and kids to work together to create inspiring art featuring projects from the Imagine Arts Academy! Kids […]
Winter Carnival at the Lynden Sculpture Garden When: Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10 AM-4 PM | Where: 2145 W. Brown Deer Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53217 Lynden welcomes winter with a day […]
We've got oodles of trains and train track, and we're going to put it all out and let kids build and play to their hearts' content! Appropriate for kids 3+. […]
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 […]
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 […]
JAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS JAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 6:00 PM GET TICKETS FEB 1, 2026 / SUNDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS Get ready for […]
LindenGrove New Berlin provides a range of care for residents from rehab and skilled nursing to assisted living and memory care. We can make a difference to the residents in […]
Love tropical fish or aquariums? Don't miss the Great Lakes Tropical Fish Swap! Kids Area featuring a live animal presentation by J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue each day, tote bag craft, […]
Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch. This program offers a chance to observe live […]
Candle Light Hike/Ski Date: January 31, 2026 from 5:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Homestead Hollow area, Kettle Moraine State Forest Lapham Peak Unit, W329 N846 County Highway C, Delafield Experience a serene […]
When: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Where: University School of Milwaukee – Upper School Gym (2100 W Fairy Chasm Rd, River Hills, WI) Admission: FREE The MKE With Kids Camp Fair […]
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. […]
Full Snow Moon Guided Hike Sunday, February 1, 2026 | 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm February is one of the country’s snowiest months of the year, giving the month’s […]
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