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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MATH, SCIENCE, HISTORY AND READING COME TO LIFE Based on the ever-popular, award-winning 1970s cartoons, this fast-paced, high energy musical teaches lessons with clever, catchy tunes. Follow Tom, a young […]
November 14 - December 28, 2025 Get ready for a vibrant holiday treat! Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat is a dazzling, family-fun musical […]
Come support our amazing young makers as they showcase their handmade gifts, art, and creations—just in time for the holidays! This youth maker's market will be at Edison Hall (inside […]
The Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk sponsored by Frydach Insurance and the Kid's Jingle Bell Dash sponsored by DP Kids & Dental Professionals are brought to you by the Germantown Area […]
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, November 15th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading "Apple Cake" and doing a matching […]
Join us for the annual Christmas Festival in Germantown. Gather your family, friends and neighbors to join us for a fun parade + festival at Firemen's Park. Enjoy the Christmas […]
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 […]
🎄The Brickyard Holiday Marketplace + BrickBox are a brand-new collaborative event between handmade and your favorite art-centric brick & mortar locations! Please note: this is NOT A DESTASH EVENT. Vendors […]
Soda with Santa is a fun, family friendly event! When you arrive, check in at the front desk and then wait to get your picture taken with Santa. Once you […]
Enjoy a fun and meaningful day of giving, with opportunities to volunteer, activities, entertainment, and light refreshments. Each year, Booksgiving pays tribute to a beloved book that inspires our past, […]
Join us over the rainbow for a family-friendly Date Night! Anyone is welcome to attend this fun evening, even flying monkeys! Dinner, dessert, and more included in registration. Price for […]
Drive into the magic of the Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show, a radiant journey filled with hundreds of dazzling, larger-than-life holiday displays that sparkle with festive wonder. […]
Thanks to generous grants from the Greater Cedarburg Foundation and Festivals of Cedarburg, Inc., a charming 15' x 15' gingerbread house graces Cedarburg's Washington Avenue for the entire Christmas season; […]
Join us for an evening filled with laughter, wonder and endless surprises as renowned magician Bill Blagg presents Family Magic! With over 60 minutes of non-stop magical fun, Family Magic […]
Explore gorgeous clouds that give birth to stars. In this live, interactive show, witness the birth and death of stars and the breathtaking beauty of these interstellar clouds. The program […]
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, November 22nd at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading "How to Catch a Turkey" and […]
Join us at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls for lots of fun! Holiday trains will be running, plus there will be food, music, children's crafts + activities, and games. […]
Christmas at the Zoo is a daytime event that's open daily from November 23rd through December 31st. Walk or drive through in the comfort of your own car, relax, and […]
Join us in Grafton for the Tree Lighting event! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the […]
We're kicking off the week with hands on activities with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can be […]
We're kicking off the week with hands on activities with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can be […]
Gobble Gobble! We are so excited for our 4th Annual Turkey Tot Thanksgiving party! Join us on Wednesday, November 26th from 9:30am-11:30am for a morning of fun at A Kid […]
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 […]
Step inside our beautifully decorated holiday tent and immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas at our Mequon Christmas Tree farm. Our gentle live reindeer will be waiting to greet […]
Join us on Silver Spring Drive in Whitefish Bay for some holiday cheer! This season's celebration features the parade on Silver Spring, followed by a tree lighting ceremony with Whitefish […]
Come for holiday gemutlichkeit in downtown West Bend's new, Old World Christmas Market. Held on 6th Avenue on the following dates! Friday, November 28th, 5pm-8pm Saturday, November 29th, 12pm-9:30pm […]
Join us for our Merry Maker's Market on Saturday, November 29th from 10-3pm. Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Merry Market featuring over 20+ local vendors. Visit with Santa, […]
LIONEL RAILROAD CLUB INC OPEN HOUSES 2721 South Calhoun Road New Berlin WI - 262.754.9900 The next open house weekend is November 29 & November 30, 2025. We are open […]
Support your favorite local shops and find one-of-a-kind gifts while enjoying a joyful day of deals, surprises, and community spirit! Plus, enjoy entertainment for the whole family in the Plaza, […]
Come to the Pebble House in Port Washington from 12-3pm to visit with Santa! Kids of all ages are welcome. There will be cookies and treats and, of course, Santa. […]
November 30th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Will Branch with guests)11:00 am Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Walker’s Point, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI December 28th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Will Branch with guests)11:00 am […]
Always held the Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, the Christmas Parade route starts at the intersection of Main Street and Harrison, travels through Downtown Menomonee Falls west on Main Street to […]
The West Bend Christmas Parade started in 1952 and is honored to have the distinction of being the longest consecutively-run Christmas parade in Wisconsin! West Bend Area Music for Youth, […]
The historic and magical Kooky Cookie House has its new and permanent location at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls. Kids of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to walk […]
The magic of the season begins right here in Cedarburg! Join us as our Chamber elves and the local business community bring holiday cheer to life at the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Cedarburg […]
Wear your favorite Christmas pajamas and bring your littles for open play, connection, and an easy start to the day with other moms in our community. This Gathering is all […]
Experience the magic of the holidays! Each December, the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center partners with local businesses and nonprofits to transform Zeunert Park in Cedarburg into a glowing drive-thru winter wonderland. […]
SEASON'S SCREENINGS Retro Series It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we want to celebrate it with you! Bring the whole family to the theatre this December 5 thru December […]
This family friendly, musical version of the Charles Dickens classic tale unfolds with traditional carols, original music, lively choreography, and spectacular sets and costumes. The enduring story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s […]
Santa is coming! Join us for all sorts of FUN & endless Christmas cheer! Santa will be setup for photos with your kiddos or even your whole family. We will […]
Kick off the holidays with us in the Village of Sussex on Friday, December 5, for a night of festive fun and holiday cheer! This FREE holiday event is […]
Have you seen Santa yet to tell him what's on your Christmas list? If not, you still have time! Santa wants you and your family to join him for a […]
Join us for a magical morning full of holiday cheer, delicious food, and festive fun at our Breakfast with Santa event at Hot House Tavern in downtown Menomonee Falls! […]
The Cedarburg Junior Woman's Club is thrilled to host their annual Breakfast with Santa. Included in your ticket purchase is a hot pancake breakfast served to your table, the opportunity […]
Take a break from the holiday rush and enjoy a fun, relaxing day at YMCA Camp Minikani decorating cookies and gingerbread houses with friends and family. We supply the decorating […]
Join us on Saturday, December 6th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading "Twas the Night Before Christmas" with a matching craft and […]
Santa Claus is coming to town! Grab your family and join us for FREE pictures with Santa at Fleet Farm! Santa will be at your local store on December […]
Mark your calendars for this year's enchanting winter fundraiser, Festival of Trees! Help us cross a milestone of $1 million raised over the lifetime of the event - all benefiting […]
Enjoy a wonderful Christmas parade in Grafton. Saturday December 6th is the new date for the parade (previously rescheduled due to the winter storm). Please note: Dates, times, and […]
Join us for our Winter Market at Foxtown Station on Saturday, December 6th! From 11 AM to 4 PM, step into a festive wonderland filled with the holiday spirit and […]
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