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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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 […]
Join us for our annual Christmas on the Corner event in downtown Port Washington! We celebrate the holidays in true Hallmark style, complete with horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa […]
Don’t miss this fun, family friendly event by taking a stroll around Shorewood to celebrate the Holiday season! Our annual Winterfest event, includes meet and greet with Santa at a […]
Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! After two whimsical years of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, journey into the Imaginarium to […]
Get ready for a morning of holiday cheer, hearty breakfast favorites, and a visit from the big guy himself at Relish Supper Club in Germantown. Here’s what’s on the […]
The City of Mequon is welcoming families, neighbors, and visitors to its annual Winter Wonderland Festival on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, right in front of […]
Join The Pfister Hotel for a sweet time at our Sugar & Spice Gingerbread House Workshop! Celebrate the season with a joyful evening of festive creativity at our annual Gingerbread […]
December through Early March 2026 (weather permitting): See website for updates Red Arrow Park 414.289.8791 | countyparks.com Ice skate in the heart of Downtown at the “Slice of Ice” rink […]
Join us at The Spot Family Play Studio in Grafton for family photos with Santa! $15/family, register here! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, […]
Join us for a Christmas Family Night! Santa Cow will be there ready for photos, as well as crafts, samples, and fun. Free to attend. Please note: Dates, times, and […]
Stroll along our gently lit trails with family and friends. Begin by decorating your own paper lantern and use it to illuminate the early evening hours. Go at your own […]
You're invited to our Winter Formal on Friday, December 12th from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, as we step into a magical Winter Wonderland! Get ready for music, milestone photos, laughter, […]
Have a holly, jolly time with Santa at the Y! Gather your friends and family to enjoy holiday crafts, games, cookies, and gingerbread house decorating. Santa Claus will also be […]
Have a holly, jolly time with Santa at the Y! Gather your friends and family to enjoy holiday crafts, games, cookies, and gingerbread house decorating. Santa Claus will also be […]
Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! After two whimsical years of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, journey into the Imaginarium to […]
Meet Santa at IMPROV By The Corners of Brookfield Dec 13 from 10am to 12pm A chance to tell the man himself what's on your list! Join us for […]
Step into a European-inspired Christkindl Market Village market full of artisan vendors, warm drinks, handmade goods, cozy holiday vibes, and a Kinder Korner for the little ones! Families will enjoy […]
It’s going to be a very Grinchmas Christmas in downtown Grafton, and you’re invited to join the merry mischief! From 10AM–4PM, bop around to your favorite participating businesses as […]
Bring the kids to Lunch with Santa, Dec. 13 and 20, and enjoy savory and sweet North Shore Boulangerie delicacies. $30 per adult, $15 per child. Please note: Dates, […]
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Kapco’s Kids2Kids Toy Drive! In 2006, the Kacmarcik family, along with WTMJ-AM, created a simple grassroots toy drive. Thanks to the growth and […]
Celebrate Taylor’s birthday with a full-on fan-fueled tribute night—hits, eras, singalongs, and all the Swiftie energy at The Argo. 🎟️ Note: $1 from every ticket sold goes to a fund benefiting […]
Our yearly tradition, Breakfast With Santa, will take place on Sunday, December 14th, from 8:00-12:00 at the Florian in Germantown. Tickets are available now! Santa & Mrs. Claus will be […]
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes: -Great swag with a designer shirt & […]
Santa Claus is coming to town, in Hubertus to be exact. Bring the kids out to American Legion Post 522 from 9am until noon on Sunday December 14th for a […]
Have your photo taken with Santa in the gallery at the North Point Lighthouse Museum! Climb the tower, browse the gift shop and take home a coloring sheet. Regular admission […]
Join us in-store for this Winter Workshop project where we'll be making a Trinket Tray out of Air Dry Clay. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Kick off your Chanukah with an inspiring show of Jewish pride at our annual Grand Car Menorah Parade! One hundred cars proudly parading with beautiful menorahs atop our cars; enjoying […]
Join us as we light up Milwaukee with our annual Chanukah Festival & Gelt Drop: a celebration of light, joy, and community for all ages! ✨Pre-register to get a FREE […]
Join us at The Chocolate Factory in downtown Menomonee Falls for Sundaes with Santa! Stop by for FREE sessions with Santa . No purchase necessary. Everyone’s on the nice […]
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. […]
We invite you to join the annual Chabad of Glendale Chanukah dinner. As always, we look forward to celebrating the holiday together by Lighting the Menorah, a dairy dinner buffet, […]
NOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through January 22, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
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 […]
Join us at the Y for some festive holiday fun during Christmas at the Y Get creative with Christmas crafts, splash around in the pool, groove at the dance […]
Join us for the meanest, greenest Christmas party you'll attend this year! Decorate an ornament, have some pizza and a juice box or soda. Enjoy our hot chocolate bar with […]
Winter Fest is a wonderful, family-friendly event in Wisconsin’s only urban state forest! Enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores; make crafts and memories. Come out for a great day! (The snowshoes […]
Sam's Place Jazz Cafe 3338 N Doctor MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI We are excited about the MJI ensemble performances at Sam's Place Jazz Café on Saturday, December 20, and […]
Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! After two whimsical years of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, journey into the Imaginarium to […]
WINTER BREAK December 22, December 29-January 2 10 a.m. - Noon; 1 – 3 p.m. Join MPM Educators as we highlight some of our favorite frozen topics during winter break! Feel […]
Winter is here! Come celebrate with us at the Central Library and complete a fun winter-themed scavenger hunt. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Trans-Siberian Orchestra The Ghosts of Christmas Eve Dec 27 / Saturday from 3:00pm - 6:00pm Dec 27 / Saturday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm This year, the rock powerhouse will bring its […]
Weather: This event is weather-dependent. Event Description: Join us for a series of short hikes to stargaze in our forest! The thin, cold air is the best for seeing the […]
Join us at the New Berlin 2Inspire Center for some STEM fun over Winter Break! Our series of 1 day winter camps includes: Monday December 29th - Robot Invasion Camp […]
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 […]
Join us for a “Noon” Years Eve party with crafts, music, a giant balloon drop and playtime. Enjoy a juice box toast at noon! Space is limited! Please limit adults […]
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