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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See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
This 20-minute Story Time followed is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story Time Room. Please only attend one time slot per day. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone […]
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 […]
Learn and discover in the great outdoors! This program offers guided, hands-on exploration that brings seasonal topics to life for children ages 4-12. *May 20, 2026 session is held at […]
Visit the Grohmann Museum's summer exhibition, WE THE PEOPLE: Portraits of Veterans in America, featuring 50 large-scale watercolor paintings, then create a watercolor portrait of your own! We'll paint en plein air […]
Margie's Magical Garden Party - Celebrating 5 Seasons of Smiles! Event will be on Wednesday, July 15th. $5 admission to Boerner Botanical Gardens all day to celebrate Margie's Garden's 5th Season. 100% […]
Dino Days of Summer: July 11-August 6, 2026 Dig up discovery as we travel 65 million years into the past to the age of dinosaurs. From examining real fossils to […]
Ages 3-12: Learn about India’s vibrant culture through dance and music that will make you groove!
Learn about India’s vibrant culture through dance and music that will make you groove!
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 […]
Every Wednesday June 17th-August 26th, Bars & Rec is giving families and kids an easy way to stay active and have fun with “School’s Out Sling & Slice”. For just $19.95 per person, from Noon-5pm, Sling & Slice includes: 60 minutes of slingshot fun on the Jungle Junkyard Range One hot slice of pizza (choice of cheese, pepperoni, or sausage) An […]
Every Wednesday June 17th-August 26th, Bars & Rec is giving families and kids an easy way to stay active and have fun with “School’s Out Sling & Slice.” For just $19.95 per person, from Noon-5pm, Sling & Slice includes: 60 minutes of slingshot fun on the Jungle Junkyard Range One hot slice of pizza (choice of cheese, pepperoni, […]
Ages 3-12: Learn about India’s vibrant culture through dance and music that will make you groove!
Learn about India’s vibrant culture through dance and music that will make you groove!
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Team up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn volunteer hours, and put your new skills into action. No prior experience is needed. Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. (Ages 13+) […]
Build, create and play at the Zablocki Library every Wednesday afternoon! This is an open-ended making and play time held in the library’s public space. Materials are available for hands-on activities such as building, crafting, and creative play, with an emphasis on exploration rather than instruction. The format is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to […]
Get creative in order to make your own board game & rules. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration […]
For ages 6 - 11. Explore an artist or art style then create an art project based on that topic! Registration required. Register online, stop in, or call the library at 414-481-7323. Space will be limited. Located in the Hoppe Room, located in the lower level of the library. June: Cave Painting July: Texture Art
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 […]
Calling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, LEGO Bricks, blocks, and construction straws. 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. The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively […]
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. 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.
Read aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held […]
SPEND YOUR SUMMERS WITH US! Every year on Wednesday from July to August. Happy Hour starts at 5pm, concerts at 6! Washington Park Wednesdays hosts innovative local bands, Milwaukee's finest food trucks, and activities sure to energize and entertain will fill the park each Wednesday. Theme nights promise diverse pairings of music, art, and fun with […]
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
Wednesdays June 10 – August 26, 2026 June 10 – WICKED for Good June 17 – The Lego Batman Movie June 24 - Gabby’s Dollhouse the Movie July 1 – […]
Here is the complete schedule: July 8 – Venus Rising (Femme-forward) Ladies Must Swing & Ellie Jackson. A powerful opening night celebrating women in music, featuring swing-era revival and soulful contemporary vocals. July 15 – Ride On (Bike-safety & fun in partnership with Bubbler Bikes) Vincent Van Great + Amanda Huff with The Art of […]
Live At The Lakefront WEDNESDAYS, JULY 8-SEPT. 2, FROM 5:30 TO 9 P.M | ROTARY AMPHITHEATER AT DISCOVERY WORLD Catch a breeze off of Lake Michigan while listening to some […]
Wonderful Wednesdays, aimed at kids and families, run July 15 through Aug. 19, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. July 15: The Last Bees July 22: Branch & Co. July 29: Main Street […]
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Join us for Glendale’s concert series, Live at the Oasis, where Richard E. Maslowski Park comes alive with free, live performances in a relaxed outdoor setting. Gather with friends, family, […]
Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 22, 2026 (for kids ages 6-17). Due to federal regulations, all provided […]
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 […]
Nature has some unique art to share with us; let's explore Retzer Nature Center to find inspiration! You'll craft, sketch, and paint the natural world around us. All supplies are […]
Unearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will […]
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 […]
Come paint a birdhouse with us that you get to take home and put in your garden! Families will learn construction and painting techniques as they build and decorate birdhouses featuring Talavera designs. They will also explore this traditional folk art, including its history and evolution—from its roots in the Middle East and Spain to […]
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of […]
Stroll our trails while enjoying carpets of colorful woodland flowers at their peak. Take a casual walk with a naturalist on the trails of Riveredge to listen and look for […]
Dino Days of Summer: July 11-August 6, 2026 Dig up discovery as we travel 65 million years into the past to the age of dinosaurs. From examining real fossils to […]
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
Ages 3-12: Experience the joy of big, colorful bubbles with Marvelous Michelle!
Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]
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 […]
Get your literary creativity on! We'll create book character crafts and costumes while enjoying other book-themed games and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required. This program is designed for […]
Ages 3-12: Experience the joy of big, colorful bubbles with Marvelous Michelle!
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA […]
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. […]
Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
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