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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All Ages. Wear your comfiest PJs and join us for an evening storytime that will include stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Drop in, meet fellow players, and try out some multiplayer games on the library’s Nintendo Switch! For children in grades 3-6. Meets the last Wednesday of the month at 4:30 PM. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
Wehr Nature Center does not charge an admission fee, so on the "Free Day" (the last Thursday of the month), the parking fee is waived. Individuals, families, and friends may explore all the trails outside and discover all the exhibits inside the Visitor Center. On Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26), explore the outdoor natural communities, but […]
The Milwaukee Brewers today announced home game times for the 2026 regular season. Opening Day is set for Thursday, March 26 at 1:10 p.m. against the Chicago White Sox at American Family Field. All regular-season Monday-Friday night games will begin at 6:40 p.m. in 2026. Excluding a 1:10 p.m. first pitch on Opening Day and […]
Two players will sign autographs in the Aurora Sports Health Autograph Corner after the game. 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.
Saturdays through the end of March: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm The Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market has returned to The Table every Saturday this winter. Its dual goals are to provide a venue for the community to access local and regional produce, meats, bread, honey and other value-added products, and to support local family businesses […]
Maple Syrup Family Day Returns March 28, 2026 Our annual Maple Syrup Family Day returns on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and it’s shaping up to be our biggest and best celebration yet. Each year we add new experiences, and this year’s event offers a full day of food, history, […]
Ages 0 - 5. No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. 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.
MilWALKee Walks and the Kozy Community Center are partnering together to offer a FREE, family-friendly community walking series! Join us every 2nd Tuesday or 4th Saturday of the month to walk/roll and explore the area near Milwaukee’s Kosciuszko Park. We will enjoy the winter weather, learn about interesting destinations in the Lincoln Village area, and […]
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 that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit for a spell to do coloring pages and activities Please note: Dates and times […]
Fun for the whole family! Please join us for a fun Spring event featuring local authors, raffles, crafts, storytime and more! From 11am to 3pm we will have several local authors you can meet and greet: Ali Novak Flynn Novak Brittainy Cherry Hannah Morrissey Ellia Ana Hill Amy Pease Amy Reichert Victoria Wintersberger Storytime will […]
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Spring Break Pop-Up Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Story Hill FireHouse | Milwaukee, WI Join us at The FireHouse for a whimsical, and family-friendly event: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Spring Breas Pop-Up 🐯 This interactive pop-up will feature a visit from Daniel Tiger, rides around the block […]
It's the last dance party of the season at the Bavarian Bierhaus! Join us one last time before we break for the warm weather! Live music/video show by DJ Lukewarm complete with lights, lasers, bubbles, and more! * FREE balloon animals for everyone* Fresh spun all natural cotton candy by Sugar Spun available for […]
Family Veggie Gardening Workshop Saturday, March 28 from 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Riverside Park 1500 E Park Pl Milwaukee WI Grow fresh veggies together this spring! Families learn what to plant and when, decode seed packets, and start seeds to take home. Spend time outdoors and gain confidence to grow food all season long. Please note: […]
Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch! A vehicle admission sticker is not required at Havenwoods. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
The Milwaukee Monarchs are a professional women's ultimate frisbee team that play in the Premier Ultimate League. Join us for this pre-season showcase event at MSOE Viets Field! The Milwaukee Monarchs will be joined by high school players from around the area who will form two teams to compete against each other, alongside a special […]
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 returns to PIER 290 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, for its third year, with its boat showroom transformed into a colorful, crawl-worthy world of oversized bugs […]
Enjoy a Milwaukee Wave Home Game at the UWM Panther Arena in Downtown Milwaukee! 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.
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 change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
This is a touring stage production of The Wiz, presented as an all-new tour direct from Broadway. The show is a reimagining of The Wizard of Oz with a contemporary perspective. It features a score that includes soul, gospel, rock, and 1970s funk music. The story follows Dorothy’s journey to find her place in the […]
Join us at Oak Park Place (1980 W Rawson Ave) for a 30-minute Story Time for children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community. It will feature stories and songs followed by a playtime and social for attendees. Registration is not required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over […]
Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of American Girl with crafts, games, and activities inspired by the historical dolls. This party is best suited for ages 5-12. This program was made possible with support from the Menomonee Falls Library Friends. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Where stories become masterpieces! Step into a world of imagination! Kids 5-9 will enjoy a magical read-aloud and create a colorful artwork inspired by the story’s characters, setting, and scenes. It’s storytelling, creativity, and hands on fun in one enchanting art adventure!
Step into a world of imagination— no travel required. This spring break, families are invited to explore Family Fun Fest: Fantasy Quest, a playful morning of discovery where fairy tales meet real plants, and imagination grows under glass. Designed especially for young adventurers, this special Family Fun Festtransforms the Domes into a fantasy realm […]
Join us for a different nature story and theme each day! MARCH 30, 2026 • Life in a Shell • 10-11 a.m. MARCH 31, 2026 • Spring Has Sprung • 10-11 a.m. APRIL 2, 2026 • Rabbits Rule • 10-11 a.m. NOTE: Children must be accompanied by an adult; adults are free. This is an […]
FREE ADMISSION to the Milwaukee Public Museum! 2026 DATES AND TIMES from 10:00am to 5:00pm *Ticket will be accepted for entry anytime between 10:00am and 4:30pm. Visit length is not limited. Free for all visitors on the first Thursday of every month. FREE admission for Kohl's Thank You Thursdays. ALL visitors* (excluding groups) receive FREE access to […]
Ages 3-12: Celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with this special show, which will take you on a musical journey through American history! Bright Star Touring Theatre will educate and entertain! Part of the Brookfield Public Library's America250 series. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Nature has some unique art to share with us; let’s explore Retzer Nature Center to find inspiration! We’ll craft, sketch, and paint the natural world around us. All supplies are provided. Ages 6-12 NOTE: Children must be accompanied by an adult; adults are free. Dress for the weather, as programs may include an outdoor component. […]
Design, tape, and race your own marble roller coaster! In Gravity Gauntlet, kids (ages 10-12) team up to engineer the longest, smoothest run using cardboard tubes, tape, and physics smarts.
Enjoy a visit from the Retzer Nature Center’s teaching animals! See how an animal’s physical and behavioral traits can help it survive as we explore the concepts of habitat and adaptation. (recommended ages 3-8, but ages 2-12 may register) NOTE: Children must be accompanied by an adult; adults are free. Please note: Dates and times […]
Thanks to the generous funding of the Osborne and Scekic Family Foundation, Racine Art Museum visitors can enjoy free admission from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on First Friday of the month. Plus, visitors can enjoy a museum scavenger hunt, a special make-and-take art project, and an opportunity to create their own poetry. Please note: Dates […]
A Walk in the Park Date: Now through December Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: March 6: Jacobus Park, April 3: Froemming Park, May 1: Greenfield Park June 5: Cooper/Kops Park, July 10 (2nd Friday): Little Menomonee River Parkway Section 5 August 7: Dineen Park, September 4: Madison Park, October 2: Kletzsch Park, November […]
Glow Ice Skating - (Online Registration Required) Join us for an exciting evening at Eble Park Ice Arena's Glow Skate! Bring your friends, family, and teammates to skate under the vibrant, colorful new lights, accompanied by your favorite tunes. This fun-filled event is open to all ages and skating abilities. LOCATION: Eble Park Ice Arena […]
Glow Ice Skating - (Online Registration Required) Join us for an exciting evening at Eble Park Ice Arena's Glow Skate! Bring your friends, family, and teammates to skate under the vibrant, colorful new lights, accompanied by your favorite tunes. This fun-filled event is open to all ages and skating abilities. LOCATION: Eble Park Ice Arena (19400 […]
Trains run: 9a | 10:30a | Noon | 1:30p | 3p The total experience is two hours in duration, of 30 minutes on the train to the Elegant Farmer, 1 hour at the Bunny Hutch at The Elegant Farmer, and a 30 minute train ride back to the East Troy Depot. For more Information and […]
Enjoy a family day at the Zoo — outdoors or in! On this day, all guests receive free admission (parking and regular attraction fees still apply). See Eastern black rhinos Kianga and Zuri in the new Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center, and say hello to hippo Happy. Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
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 and meet the Country Bunny himself! Make sure to bring your camera... he’ll be ready for pictures with you! Please note: Dates and times are […]
Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 10AM – 4PM Gather the little ones and enjoy an Easter-themed day to put a little "spring" in your step! Be sure to bring your own basket for our candy hunt! This hoppin' event will feature: A hunt for Cluck-Cluck doors throughout the Zoo to collect candy Trunk Hunt ("Easter Style" of Trunk-or-Treat) […]
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 hunt, but also an interactive Easter adventure filled with giggles, photo ops, and sweet farm memories! Here is what your family can look forward to: […]
Join us for a FREE, family-friendly faith celebration like no other! Northern Lights Drone Shows and Bear Paw Adventure Park are bringing you an evening of games, attractions, and a breathtaking 1,000-drone light show that tells the story of faith in the sky. When: Saturday, April 4, 2026 Where: Bear Paw Adventure Park Time: 6PM – […]
Join us for a memorable Easter brunch filled with delicious food, fun activities, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. Gather your loved ones and celebrate the season with a festive experience that's sure to delight everyone. Make this Easter one to remember at The Pfister Hotel! Discover what we're serving at https://tinyurl.com/EasterBrunch2026 Self-park in […]
Work as a team to create, experiment and learn through hands-on activities. This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. Register by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
A gentle, hands-on program for toddlers and preschoolers. Quick read-aloud, simple planting, and mini windowsill garden to take home. Dress for a little mess – wiggles welcome!
Come unwind under the dome of the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium and meditate for your mental health! Unwind as you travel from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole, then relax under a night sky filled with stars and glimpses of the Northern Lights. Following the show, take a quiet 45-minute hike with a naturalist through the […]
Let our Managing Artistic Director, Jacobo Lovo, guide you on a gallery tour and discussion surrounding our Spring exhibit, Cosechando Historias by Christie Tirado. Enjoy learning more about the art, the inspiration and symbolism behind it, and the unique techniques utilized in each exhibition featured in the Latino Arts Gallery! The artist will be on-hand to […]
Join a buzzing community of homeschool families for hands-on activities, creative projects, and social connections. Homeschool Hive is your space to learn, share, and grow together – because education is sweeter when we’re in it as a hive.
WED DEC 31 @ 7:00 PM vs WASHINGTON WIZARDS TUE FEB 3 @ 7:00 PM vs CHICAGO BULLS SUN FEB 22 @ 2:30 PM vs TORONTO RAPTORS TUE FEB 24 @ 7:00 PM vs MIAMI HEAT SUN MAR 15 @ 2:30 PM vs INDIANA PACERS SUN MAR 29 @ 2:30 […]
Free-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library's challenge! 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.
Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins please. The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops! Every 2nd Saturday of the month. Free of charge to […]
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