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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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 […]
Celebrate the sweetness of the season with some time on the farm. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
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. […]
𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹! The Bunny will arrive on the Choo Choo Express at 10:45am and begin taking photos at 11:00am! Be the 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 to take a family […]
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 […]
Mar 20, 2026 - Apr 4, 2026 The Bunny is hopping to Southridge Mall March 20–April 4 for spring photos! Walk-ins and reservations are welcome, BOOK HERE. Provided by […]
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: […]
Last season, Camille’s Rainbow dazzled little ones and grown-ups alike with its heart, color, and sparkle—so we’re bringing it back for an encore performance! This 45-minute opera, created just for babies and […]
It’s that time of year again. So hop on over and or even run. We’re having our annual Ascension Sponsored Community Easter Egg Hunt filled with lots of fun! We’ll […]
Enjoy live music from talented local artists and a show-stopping finale by Drums Up Guns Down 414. Special guest Miss Wisconsin will share her singing talents, Betty Brinn's Wonder Wagon […]
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 […]
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 & […]
Hop into spring at the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum at the first-ever Spring Fling on Saturday, March 21. Meet fluffy bunnies and chicks from Havens Petting Farm from 11 a.m.-1 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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. […]
50 Milwaukee students doing a Shakespeare set in an American high school in 1992... Two unexpected twists in two relationships set the students at Messina College Prep on edge. Claudio […]
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 […]
YOUNG COMPANY PERFORMANCE PROJECT By William Shakespeare Beware the Ides of March! If only Julius Caesar had listened. Fresh from a victory over his rival Pompey, Caesar basks in his […]
What if you could talk to animals and understand what they’re saying? In Disney and Pixar’s all-new feature film “Hoppers,” scientists have discovered how to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike […]
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: […]
What happens when Flamenco meets West African drumming, Mexican folk dance, and Polynesian traditions? One explosive evening of global dance and live music! (W)here in the World takes the stage […]
What happens when Flamenco meets West African dance, Mexican folk dance, and Polynesian traditions? One explosive evening of global dance and live music! (W)here in the World takes the stage […]
Give yourself the gift of time and give your kids a night of unforgettable fun! Kids age 5+ can enjoy 3 hours of all Field Workshop has to offer, including […]
What if you could talk to animals and understand what they’re saying? In Disney and Pixar’s all-new feature film “Hoppers,” scientists have discovered how to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike […]
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 […]
50 Milwaukee students doing a Shakespeare set in an American high school in 1992... Two unexpected twists in two relationships set the students at Messina College Prep on edge. Claudio […]
YOUNG COMPANY PERFORMANCE PROJECT By William Shakespeare Beware the Ides of March! If only Julius Caesar had listened. Fresh from a victory over his rival Pompey, Caesar basks in his […]
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 […]
𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹 In partnership with 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗻, Sensory Bunny is thoughtfully created for children and families with sensory sensitivities. This special event provides a quieter, […]
Hop on over to Dave and Buster’s on March 22nd for our annual Breakfast with the Bunny! A hot breakfast buffet, game play, activities and photo ops with the Bunny […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Last season, Camille’s Rainbow dazzled little ones and grown-ups alike with its heart, color, and sparkle—so we’re bringing it back for an encore performance! This 45-minute opera, created just for babies and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.