Milwaukee Family Events

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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  • Tales by the Fire: Summer Kickoff

    HAWS Schallock Center for Animals W330 S1205 County Rd C, Delafield, WI, United States

    Join us as we kick off summer with a warm, adventure-filled evening at the HAWS Schallock Center for Animals! Tales by the Fire: Summer Kickoff is the perfect seasonal celebration for families and animal lovers of all ages. Meet our resident goats and horses as you explore the property. Create a bird feeder to take […]

    $10.00
  • Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game (Franklin)

    Milwaukee Milkmen 2026
    Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United States

    MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR LOOKING FOR A PRO BASEBALL GAME THAT'S UDDERLY DIFFERENT A MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAME IS THE PLACE TO BE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]

    $15 – $30
  • Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2026

    June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/3 at 11:00am - It’s About Time: Cosmic Cycles We Live By- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/10 at 11:00am - Max Goes to the Moon - $5.00/person Wednesday 6/17 at 11:00am - Mysteries of Your Brain- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/24 at 11:00am - DinoSoars! Change Over Time- $5.00/person   SATURDAY SHOWS 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, […]

    $5
  • Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026

    Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm  Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 […]

    $19 – $27
  • Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators

    Milwaukee County Zoo 2026

    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: […]

    $15 – $18
  • Animal Encounters at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026

    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 in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home and gain a better understanding of our friendly […]

    $19 – $27
  • Deer District Farmer’s Market

    Deer District Farmer’s Market

    Deer District will host a new farmer’s market this summer, opening every Sunday from June 7-Oct. 25. Managed by Lauryn Wynter Company, the market supported by Deer District BID 53 will feature more than 100 vendors each week. In addition to farmers and other food producers, offering fresh and organic meats, eggs, fruits, cheeses and […]

    Free
  • Sunday Family Fun Day at Sky Zone Greenfield

    Sky Zone 2025

    Elevate your Sunday Funday with your Family – Family, Fun, and Food Included! Family of 4 can now get 60 minute jumps, a large pizza, and a pitcher of soda for just $79.99. Offer valid only Sundays 12pm-8pm. Additional jumpers are $9.99 in-park.   Enjoy the awesome, healthy, and fun activities Sky Zone Greenfield has […]

    $80
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026

    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 […]

    Free
  • Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE

    2026 Pfister Milwaukee

    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 Pfister Tea Butler, while learning about the tea. The Afternoon Tea menu is complete with fresh scones, sandwiches, and pastries. Wednesdays - Sundays, Seating Times: […]

    $40 – $70
  • Villa Terrace’s Garden Opening

    Villa Terrace 2026
    Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Garden Opening with Free Admission 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.

    Free
  • 2026 Trains Are Running at The East Troy Electric Railroad

    East Troy Electric Railroad 2026

    Take a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between East Troy and Mukwonago, Wisconsin! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

    $10 – $31
  • West Allis A La Carte

    West Suburbs 2026
    Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    70th to 76th & Greenfield Avenue West Allis A La Carte is a street festival that occurs the first Sunday in June. It provides a venue to unite businesses, schools, churches, civic organizations, community artists, youth programs, and the City of West Allis with the community and with each other. ​West Allis A La Carte […]

    Free
  • FOOD TRUCKS & JAZZ!

    Milton Vretenar Memorial Park 4230 S Kirkwood Ave, St. Francis, United States

    The Rotary Club of Mitchell Field brings you the tastiest of fundraisers! It's our fourth-annual spring Food Trucks & Jazz event at Vretenar Memorial Park in St Francis. We're featuring 10 of Milwaukee's finest Food Trucks and 3 of Milwaukee's grooviest Jazz Bands. Check the website www.foodtruckfrenzy.org for a full list of trucks. There's something […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game (Franklin)

    Milwaukee Milkmen 2026
    Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United States

    MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR LOOKING FOR A PRO BASEBALL GAME THAT'S UDDERLY DIFFERENT A MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAME IS THE PLACE TO BE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]

    $15 – $30
  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026

    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 […]

    $12
  • Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play! 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.

    Free
  • Reptile Day at Wehr Nature Center

    Wehr Nature Center 2026
    Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

    The Wehr Nature Center is Bringing Back Reptile Day     Milwaukee County Parks and The Wehr Nature Center will be hosting their annual Reptile Day on Sunday, June 7, from 2-4 p.m. The event will take place at the Wehr Nature Center, rain or shine!    This afternoon will give the whole family a […]

    $5
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026

    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 […]

    Free
  • Little Wonders at Wehr Nature Center (Franklin)

    Wehr Nature Center 2026
    Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

    May 2026 Mon 4 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Seeds & Sprouts 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: Seeds & Sprouts Jun 2026 Mon 8 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Animal Babies 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: Animal Babies Please […]

    $10 – $15
  • Glazed With Love

    ☀️We’ve got the perfect summer morning event for you and your littles! Join us on June 8th from 9:30-11:30 am at @glazepottery 🎨Where your tiny artists will create a handmade […]

    $28
  • Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators

    Milwaukee County Zoo 2026
    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    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: […]

    $15 – $18
  • Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2026
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! 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.

    $15
  • Little Wonders at Wehr Nature Center (Franklin)

    Wehr Nature Center 2026

    May 2026 Mon 4 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Seeds & Sprouts 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: Seeds & Sprouts Jun 2026 Mon 8 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Animal Babies 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: Animal Babies Please […]

    $10 – $15
  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026

    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 […]

    $12
  • Pride Month Book Trivia at Central (Downtown) Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Hey, fellow bookworms! Let's celebrate Pride Month with a friendly game of bookish trivia. 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.

    Free
  • Teen SLP Volunteer Training

    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Beanstack and SLP training for teen volunteers. Please stop by a Library service desk and fill out your volunteer paperwork before the session.

  • Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center Waukesha (Ages 2-4)

    Wee Wonders

    Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. Second Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of the month • 9:30-10:30 a.m. (all days) • 1-2 p.m. (Tuesday only) MAY 12, 13, or 14 — Here Comes Spring: […]

    $6
  • Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators

    Milwaukee County Zoo 2026

    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: […]

    $15 – $18
  • Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)

    Bookstores!

    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 not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free – $20
  • Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim

    West Suburbs 2026

    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 […]

    $12
  • French Club for Kids at East Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026

    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 about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

    Free
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026

    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 […]

    Free

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