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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The Cedarburg Chamber's Pumpkin Walk is a fun, community-wide event that celebrates all things Halloween! Bring your carved pumpkins to light up the street. Wear your costumes and creep down Washington Avenue to view the glowing pumpkins! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
It's time for the SWEETEST tradition of the year: trick-or-treating! Grab your costumes and bucket, and have a fun and safe time. Remember to turn your porch lights on if you're handing out treats. Happy Halloween!
Family Free Day from 9:30am - 4:30pm The Zoo is a harvest of beautiful fall colors in October. And on October 5, all guests are admitted FREE! (Parking and regular attraction fees still apply.) To enjoy the vibrant colors of the trees, along with the animals, stroll through the outdoor areas to see elk, giraffes, […]
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, 11/01 at 10AM in tandem with our special host, Señora Betty, for a FREE & BILINGUAL Magical Morning! Families are invited to learn about the beautiful tradition of honoring loved ones through stories, music, and culture in this "Dia de los Muertos" celebration. Kids will enjoy a themed […]
Join us for a special screening of Frozen 2 at St Francis Children's Center! Our sensory-friendly event is perfect for kids who may need a more relaxed environment. The lights will be slightly up, the sound will be slightly down, and everyone is welcome to move around and make noise. Let's enjoy this magical movie together in a comfortable setting. […]
Grafton’s biggest Halloween celebration is back! Join us for the 5th Annual FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Utopia! Local families and businesses will deck out their trunks with spooky, silly, and creative decorations — all to hand out treats to your little ghouls and goblins. It’s a safe, family-friendly afternoon of Halloween fun you won’t want […]
R.L. STINE’S GOOSEBUMPS: PHANTOM OF THE AUDITORIUM October 11 - November 2 Adapted for the stage with: Book & Lyrics by John Maclay Music & Lyrics by Danny Abosch Orchestrations & Arrangements by Danny Abosch Horror fans Brooke and Zeke are thrilled to be starring in a mysterious show called The Phantom, and not the […]
Welcome to the Daddy and Me: Bonding event! This is a special opportunity for dads and children with Special/Support Needs to come together and create lasting memories. Join us at St Francis Children's Center for a day filled with fun activities, bonding moments, and a chance to connect with other families facing similar experiences. Let's celebrate the unique bond between fathers and their […]
Families are invited to celebrate the magic of Christmas at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s annual Santa’s Wonderland event! Making his grand entrance on November 1st, Santa will arrive with all the sleigh bells and whistles at Cabela’s in Richfield where local families are invited to join in on the free fun of his […]
This Halloween, the Sanderson Sisters are back, and Disney’s Hocus Pocus will cast its spell on you like never before! Accidentally brought back to life in Salem on Halloween night, three witches attempt to steal the life essence from the town’s children so they can have eternal life. Dust off your broom — or vacuum! […]
Trainfest (FREE Admission for Kids) 📅 November 1-2 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday; 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday The Midwest’s largest model train show is chugging back into Milwaukee, and it has something for everyone, from seasoned model railroading enthusiasts to families looking for good old-fashioned fun. Kids 10 and under […]
Kidpreneur Fair Support & encourage local kid entrepreneurs as they present their products, ideas and inventions SAVE THE DATE! DATES: November 1st and 2nd, 2025 TIMES: Two Groups Each Day- 9-11:30 & 1-3:30 Cloud 9 Workshop’s Kidpreneur Fair is a market and share space for kids in 1st- 12th grade to sell their products and […]
TWO SHOWS (Saturday & Sunday) November 1st & 2nd @ 2:00 pm Have some Halloween Magical fun at The Haunted Brumder Mansion with Comedians & Magicians Two Brothers One Mind!! Welcome to a world where the impossible is possible. For nearly two decades, Chad & Jeff Orr, have been continually leaving audiences stunned and with […]
Halloween Ghost Hunt in Milwaukee Step into the role of a ghosthunter this Halloween! Using your smartphone as a “supernatural detector,” your family will explore Milwaukee’s haunted streets, track wandering spirits, and solve escape-room style puzzles. This interactive outdoor adventure includes 10 hand-picked haunted locations, spooky stories, and scavenger hunt challenges along a 1.5-mile walking […]
China Lights Festival Returns to Boerner Botanical Gardens: A Family Favorite! Milwaukee is in for a treat again this fall! Last year, our family visited the incredible China Lights festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, and we were blown away! The vibrant lanterns, intricate displays, and beautiful gardens lit up at night left us in awe. […]
Science plus preschoolers - does it get better?!? This hands-on program introduces our little friends to science with some fun, Little Sprouts flair. Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, we'll combine age appropriate introductions to science with play time for your child. This program promotes critical thinking, communication skills, confidence building, and more! We're […]
November 09, 2025, 12:00pm – 4:00pm Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (MYAC), 325 W Walnut St, Milwaukee, WI A hands-on music event for kids? YES! Milwaukee Jazz Institute will be at KIDS MUSICFEST Sunday, Nov. 9 from 12pm to 4pm at The Milwaukee Youth Art Center Admission is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
Fall into fun with bilingual stories, songs, and craft time! Disfruta del otoño con cuentos bilingües, canciones y manualidades! Here's the link to RSVP for this FREE event/ Aqui esta el enlace para reserver su espacio para este event gratuito Rescued Roasters – 4435 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI Please note: Dates, times, […]
Mark your calendars for Riveredge’s Grand Re-Opening on Wednesday, November 5th at 4:30 pm! Enjoy remarks from project partners and supporters as well as complementary drinks and light appetizers as we celebrate this exciting milestone together. Be the first to see the brand new look of the Riveredge Visitor Center! Explore the completed Phase One […]
Join us for an evening of fun with various stations and hands-on activities for the whole family! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration not required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Harry Potter & the Prisoner of Azkaban (Fathom 2025) PG • 2 hr 32 min • 11/6/2025 Sirius Black has escaped from Azkaban ... and he's coming for Harry Potter! Harry, Ron and Hermione return as teenagers for a third term at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. But Harry's fate, and that of the entire community of […]
School Day Off Workshops 2025-2026 "Ready, Set, Explore!" with Danceworks Faculty Fri 11/7/2025 From: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Get creative and make a day off of school an engaging experience! Appropriate for children in 5K-5th grades, Danceworks School Day Off Workshops run from 9am-4pm at our Water Street location. Explore, learn and let your imagination run […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parents to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time at WHS. Themes and crafts are always […]
There is a Y in every family! Unplug and connect by spending some quality time together at the Y. We will have fun, family-friendly activities throughout the night, so bring a friend and join in the fun! This event is FREE and open to the community. Only one registration per household required. Please note: […]
Come explore our newly renovated Visitor Center, now featuring ADA-compliant restrooms, an accessible entrance, refreshed community spaces, and exciting new classes. After your tour, enjoy complimentary access to our beautiful trails — no trail fee required! This event is free to attend. Donations are greatly appreciated! Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended. Please […]
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique in Shorewood on Saturday, November 8th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading the short story, "If You Find a Leaf" and doing a matching coloring activity to follow. This event is best-suited for ages 1-4 years. Hope to see you there! […]
Join us for our annual raptor festival that celebrates these powerful hunters of the sky. This unique event is held throughout the Center and offers unforgettable encounters! You will meet our resident raptors up close – including owls, hawks, falcons, and eagles. You will learn about each species, including their lifestyle habits and habitats. Stations across the grounds will provide interactive and educational experiences […]
It's time to enter the multi-verse. The NINJA KIDZ are leaping out of your screens and into your city with Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities. The fate of the universe hangs in balance as imposters threaten to infiltrate a stage near you. Join for the first ever Ninja Kidz live action adventure filled with audience […]
Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children while you are enjoying yourself - kid free! Children will participate in a variety of age appropriate activities. $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Spots are limited! […]
Milwaukee Recreation is celebrating the sixth annual Mother & Son Superhero Night in 2025! This year's edition of the event will bring out the world's most courageous heroes for an evening of games, training activities, arts & crafts, and snacks. Fly, swing, or smash your way in for this event; it will be one you won’t want […]
Turkey Trails 5K & 10K Organizer: Bodies Race Company Date: November 9th Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI A fun Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag, chip-timing with live results and awards, free photos, and delicious treats […]
Bring your friends, grab a craft soda or a cold Sprecher brew, and let your imagination run wild! What to Expect: LEGO® Autumn Building Competition: Build your best Autumn-inspired creation on-site for a chance to win prizes! Show off your creativity and brick skills. Family-Friendly Fun: Builders of all ages are welcome. Sprecher Favorites: […]
We're kicking off the week with a hands-on activity with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can be expanded upon at home. Parents and kids will each learn and practice fun ways to play together. With our open-ended activities, these programs are great […]
Learn ways to stimulate your child’s learning and creativity through these fun, play based workshops. They provide great bonding time as parent/caregiver and child will participate together. All sessions are planned for the specific ages listed below. Facilitated by OFS Parents as Teachers staff. Registration closes 2 business days before each session so register early! […]
Parenting is hard work, so let us help! Drop your children off at the Y and enjoy a couple of hours by yourself to recharge. Have a date night, run errands, or unwind at home while your kids have fun with friends. Our staff will keep everyone active and engaged with games in the gym, […]
Parents and children will come together for a mindful afternoon at Mee-Kwon Park, exploring gratitude through nature and the senses. Activities include a gentle meditation, a sensory experience with clementines and nutmeg, and a five-senses scavenger hunt along the trails. The program concludes with a heartfelt service project where children create gratitude gift bags for […]
The Germantown World Culture Fest is a celebration of multiculturalism through music, food, games, and other special activities. Visit one of the food trucks, try your hand at a trivia game, and learn more about the local clubs and businesses that celebrate our cultural heritages. This event is FREE and for all ages. Thank you […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parents to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time at WHS. Themes and crafts are always […]
Learn to make Prop Food that looks good enough to eat! Props are the items used on stage to help tell the story. Learn to build food props that look like the real thing, just like a prop master! Ages 9-15 $35 To join email Sam@mosaiccreativestudios.com Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
2025 Market Season LATE SEASON Saturdays November 1st-15th from 9:00am to 12:00pm 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.
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 Inventor’s Brewpub) in Port Washington. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with […]
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 Chamber of Commerce. Held the same day as the Germantown Christmas Festival (Parade + Christmas Festivities), this kid 1K and family friendly 5k run/walk starts […]
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 craft & coloring activity to follow. Best-suited for ages 1-4 years. Hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to […]
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 festivities in November before it gets too busy and too COLD! The parade starts at 1:30pm. Here is the parade route: Start - Pilgrim Rd […]
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 and some pre war and some late model parts.Admission $4.00 Kids 12 and under Free with AdultEntrance on East side building off west Cleveland Ave […]
🎄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 will be selling their wares at regular prices. Tickets for adults are required for entry, kids are FREE. 🎟️ $10 Ticket Includes: $5 Admission → […]
Boswell Book Company and Books & Company Presents Dav Pilkey, creator of Dog Man, at the Riverside Theater Power up with Dog Man: Big Jim Believes from the global #1 bestselling author and award-winning artist Dav Pilkey. Join the journey as our heroes discover the influence of belief and find truth from within. With threads of […]
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 teacher, who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality […]
OUTDOOR CLASSROOM FOR KIDSLearn and discover in the great outdoors! This program offers guided, hands-on exploration that brings seasonal topics to life for children ages 4-12. *****DATES/TIMES: Select Wednesdays • 10–11 a.m.*LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)COST: $5 per child per date (ages 4-12) REGISTRATION: Required; register online at least 24 hours […]
Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra special twist: your little ones will also meet an adorable animal at WHS! Registration is encouraged, but not required. There is a limit of 3 […]
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