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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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 […]
Fight For Air Climb - Milwaukee Milwaukee's Only Stair-Climbing Event Supporting Clean Air & Lung Health Where we climb: 411 E Wisconsin Center.This iconic Milwaukee landmark challenges climbers with 30 […]
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! […]
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 […]
When the temperatures drop, the flavors don’t stop. The Oak Creek Winter Farmers Market brings more than 65 local vendors under one roof each week, turning winter Saturdays into a […]
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 […]
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 […]
Where families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need! Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you shop at Just Between Friends […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dog Days Repeats every month on the third Saturday until Mon Dec 21 2026 except Sat Jun 20 2026, Sat Nov 21 2026. Also includes Sat Jun 27 2026, Sat […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 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 […]
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: […]
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 & […]
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 […]
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 […]
Step into the heart of the savanna for an unforgettable evening of music, emotion, and spectacle as The Lion King—Live in Concert takes the stage. This extraordinary event brings 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 […]
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 […]
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.
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. Please note: […]
Join Ms. Emily for fun stories, songs, and games too!
French Club for Kids Tuesday, January 6 from 3:30-5 pm East Library - 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all […]
All Ages. Wear your comfiest PJs and join us for an evening storytime that will include stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in […]
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 […]
Ages 5 and under. 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. Please […]
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 […]
Come unwind under the dome of the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium and meditate for your mental health! Unwind as you travel from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole, then relax under […]
Wehr Nature Center does not charge an admission fee, so on the "Free Day" (the last Thursday of the month), the parking fee is waived. Individuals, families, and friends may […]
The Milwaukee Brewers today announced home game times for the 2026 regular season. Opening Day is set for Thursday, March 26 at 1:10 p.m. against the Chicago White Sox at […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Winter/Spring Skate Nights Lace up your skates and grab your friends and family for a fun-filled evening on the rink! Milwaukee Recreation’s free Family Skate Nights are returning to our […]
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. […]
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