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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Travel from Underhill, through the Wilderland, to the Lonely Mountain throughout “The Hobbit” with a story that captures imagination and magic at its heart during its run at the Racine Theatre Guild April 10 – 19, 2026. Embark on a Middle Earth journey with reluctant adventurer Bilbo Baggins. Coerced by Gandalf to join a […]
Unwind together with a special evening storytime! Share stories, songs, and activities to end the day. Best suited for ages 2 to school age and their caregivers.
Join our Middle School Craft Club and do a new project at each session. This program is for those in grades 6-8 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 […]
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 […]
Join us as we learn about and investigate some of the famous (and not so famous) artists throughout history! Each week we’ll learn, talk, and create art of our own inspired by the artist. This event requires registration, and is intended for children ages 7-12. This program was made possible with support from the Menomonee Falls […]
✨Mom Walk!✨ Join us for a Mom Walk hosted by LCMM x Lake Country Kids x Blue Collar Coffee☕ ⏰When: April 23rd | 9:00–11:00 AM 📍Where: Start at Blue Collar Coffee, then we will walk to Cushing Memorial Park! Come enjoy a morning walk where you can connect with other local moms and treat yourself […]
✨Mom Walk!✨ Join us for a Mom Walk hosted by LCMM x Lake Country Kids x Blue Collar Coffee☕ ⏰When: April 23rd | 9:00–11:00 AM 📍Where: Start at Blue Collar Coffee, then we will walk to Cushing Memorial Park! Come enjoy a morning walk where you can connect with other local moms and treat yourself […]
Mequon Nature Preserve has many family-friendly events throughout the year! These events are FREE to attend! Craft And Storytime One Friday a month at 10:00am, listen to a seasonally-themed book read by one of our staff members! Then take a short, guided hike and come back for a fun craft! All children must be accompanied […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a fun and lively Family Walk - a chance to get outside, connect, and enjoy the morning with your whole crew!☀️👨👩👧👦 We are so excited to be partnering with Chick-fil-A for this walk... ☕Free coffee for all attendees 🎟️Breakfast card giveaways ⏰When: April 25 | 9:00-11:00AM 📍Where: Chick-fil-A Pewaukee, then Pewaukee […]
When the temperatures drop, the flavors don’t stop. The Oak Creek Winter Farmers Market brings more than 65 local vendors under one roof each week, turning winter Saturdays into a celebration of community, connection, and good food. From fresh produce and handmade treats to local crafts and specialty goods, this indoor market is the perfect […]
What do you see when you look in the mirror? In our magical mirror you can see anything – anything you want to do or anything you want to be. Join us for this bug in a rug original story asking you to look in the mirror and dream. Remember, there are no limits to […]
What do you see when you look in the mirror? In our magical mirror you can see anything – anything you want to do or anything you want to be. Join us for this bug in a rug original story asking you to look in the mirror and dream. Remember, there are no limits to […]
Friday – Saturday at 10:30AM General Admission Show is approximately 50 minutes long. Wear your pjs if you want and snuggle in for our bug in a rug Children’s Theater. Arrive a half hour early to participate in a family friendly craft. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Join us for a bilingual celebration that connects families to diverse stories and honors cultural heritage. 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.
Opening Weekend Celebration at Bear Paw Adventure Park! Kick off the season with an unforgettable Opening Weekend Celebration at Bear Paw Adventure Park! Join us for an evening packed with live entertainment, food trucks, family-friendly activities, a live Brewers game on the big screen — and a jaw-dropping drone show and fireworks finale you won’t […]
Signature Service Mortuary is honored to help support autism awareness through the SonShine Autism Easter Event! 💙✨ Hop on over and join us as we come together for a day of joy, connection, and empowerment! This fun-filled event will include music education, therapy, games, sensory arts & crafts, an egg hunt, bouncy houses, and more! […]
KITES OVER LYNDEN A celebration marking the transition from winter to spring Sunday, April 25, 2026 | 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Free Lynden will mark the transition from winter to spring on April 25, when International Sculpture Day coincides with Earth Week, and we celebrate with Kites Over Lynden. Please note: Dates and times are […]
As part of the Y’s commitment to reduce drowning rates and keep kids safe in and around water, the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County is opening up the Safety Around Water program to the community for FREE at the Mukwonago, Southwest, Tri County, Waukesha, and West Suburban branches in Spring. Families are invited to participate […]
A ROCKIN' Midsummer Night's Dream April 10 - 26, 2026 Experience a brand new take on William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy. Journey from ancient Athens, into the woods, and back again, as we follow impassioned lovers, hilarious rustics, fantastical spirits, and feuding royalty in this magical, rock-and-roll rendition of one of the greatest and most-performed plays […]
Mother's Day Mini Session - Florals with white backdrop Details: These sessions will take place in my home photography studio in Lannon. April 26 15 Minute Session $188 + Tax Unlimited Photos Your photos will be delivered before Mother's Day. https://www.christaberg.com/mini-sessions/
Celebrate the flavors of spring – or stick with the OG – and follow your nose to the Cream Puff Spring Fling Drive-In! For one weekend only, Fair foodies can place orders (in advance online or in-person) for 3-Packs of Original Cream Puffs or try the first-ever Orange Dream Puff as we get closer to […]
Mommy + Me, Grandma + Me, sibling shoots, or pics of the whole fam! Photographed by Chelsea Ann Bell Photography 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.
APRIL 24-26 | BAIRD CENTER The largest gaming event of the year is back celebrating 25 years! The Midwest Gaming Classic is a massive 350,000+ square foot gaming playground, packed with 10,000+ games all on free play, 300+ vendors, and 100+ industry guests from across the gaming world. As the largest and longest-running all-encompassing gaming […]
Capture Lasting Memories: Mother's Day Minis at Little Sprouts Cafe + Play! Get ready for a truly special Mother's Day experience! We're thrilled to host Chelsea to bring you Mother's Day Minis, right here at Little Sprouts Cafe + Play. Join us for a beautiful, minimally staged Mother's Day photo scene, expertly photographed […]
A Taste of Italy! Bring the whole famiglia for an afternoon packed with Italian fun. We’re serving up a little bit of everything — and a whole lot of joy.
The magic of some of the most iconic fairytale songs come to life in Signature Spotlight concert "Royal Melodies: Enchanted Again" on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 12, 2, and 4 p.m. at the Racine Theatre Guild. The princes, princesses, villains, and heroes return for a magically musical concert. Cinderella, the Little Mermaid, Rapunzel, and […]
The Brewers today announced the launch of Kids Cheer Free, a new initiative offering families enhanced value and excitement at the ballpark. For the first three Sunday home games of the season, kids 14 and under can attend at no cost with the purchase of an adult Terrace Level ticket, giving families an easy and […]
🌿 One Village Park Meet-Up 🌿 Join us for a relaxed, come-as-you-are park meet-up with One Village 🤍 One Village is a welcoming community for only-child families (and those considering one and done), created to help moms and kids build meaningful connections in a space that feels easy, supportive, and unjudged. ✨ What to expect:• […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Melissa Honigman mhonigman@shorewood.k12.wi.us (414) 963-6951 ext. 6226 SHOREWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL ORCHESTRA PRESENTS FAMILY-FRIENDLY “KIDZ ‘N KONZERT” Music, crafts, face painting and an instrument petting zoo offer family fun Shorewood, WI– The Shorewood Intermediate School and Brass Bell Music Store present the annual “Kidz ‘n Konzert”, a family-friendly event at Shorewood Intermediate […]
Celebrate Financial Literacy Month with this interactive presentation, snacks, and prizes! Tweens and teens (ages 10 -18) are invited (with their adult) to learn about financial basics like how to make a budget and why to put money in a savings account. Presented in collaboration with Bank Five Nine.
North Shore Littles, the newest sister branch to local mom's group Lake Country Littles, is having a launch meet-up in Cedarburg! A brand new season of motherhood community is beginning, and you’re invited. Join us for a fun, easy morning designed for you to enjoy. 📍 The Daily Dose Juice Bar (Cedarburg) 🗓️ Tues. 4/28 […]
This incredible annual celebration shows off the hard work of participating students from Milwaukee area schools, as they compete in three dance styles: African Jazz, Funky Tap and Tango. The Competition is free and open to the public – join us! UW-MILWAUKEE PANTHER ARENA Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Competition 10:00am / Finals & Awards 12:45pm […]
✨LCMM x Tidy Tot Express Mom Walk!✨ ⏰When: April 29th | 9-11am 📍Where: Nixon Park, Hartland Join us for a morning of fresh air, connection, and a little something extra for moms💛 🧼The Tidy Tot Express is a local pickup and drop-off service that specializes in professionally cleaning and sanitizing car seats and strollers for […]
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 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.
It's Time for The Festival City Symphony Milwaukee! “Around the World – A Festival of Dances” Spring Pajama Jamboree Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 7:00-8:00 pm Composers love to dance just like you! Join Festival City Symphony for a lively, toe-tapping concert featuring dance-inspired music from around the world. From the elegance of Tchaikovsky’s ballet […]
The 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival is set to light up the screens of the Oriental and Downer theaters April 16-30. The Rated K: For Kids program, presented by Marianne and Sheldon Lubar, and sponsored by Milwaukee With Kids, offers a selection of award-winning features and shorts from around the world, recommended for ages 3-12. Future […]
For generations, Florence Eiseman has created beautifully crafted children’s clothing. Shop the quality Florence Eiseman you know and love, but at Warehouse Sale prices- thousands of garments are being prepared for the event. The Florence Eiseman Warehouse Sale has been a tradition for decades, and we're back for another year!
Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for 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 website to confirm the latest details.
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 […]
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 […]
GO “WILD FOR RHINOS” AT THE ZOO THIS SATURDAY Celebrate the Opening of the Outdoor Habitats on May 2 MILWAUKEE, WI (April 29, 2026) – Eastern black rhinos Kianga and Zuri have settled into the new Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center here at the Milwaukee County Zoo — and now it’s time to […]
🌟 Bilingual Story Time is back at BlackBear Children’s Boutique! 🌟 Join Señora Betty for a joyful morning filled with:📚 Interactive stories🎶 Singing & dancing💃 Movement and fun props🎨 Hands-on crafts This FREE bilingual experience is perfect for little ones ages 0–5 (siblings welcome!) and is a wonderful way to introduce children to English and […]
Want to get up into the trees? Encounter the giants of the forest and explore trees from a new perspective as you climb into the canopy under the guidance of trained facilitators. Ascend to the top, swing from a branch, or try a “bat hang” – Adventure awaits! This event is for adults and children […]
G-Scale Model Railroad running all day, updated with Easter and spring embellishments. Music, entertainment, food and activities for children all day. Games & trains are FREE! Paint a Train Ornament $5 Plant Some Love for Mom $5 Scouts will be selling food, beverages and treats Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
The G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on weekends Saturday & Sunday 10am - 3pm Spend time discovering all the different scenarios that the trains pass thru and alongside. Space is available, sit […]
Our 43rd Annual Spring Event, HAWSfest! This is a pet-centric, activity-based, fundraising event for pets and people with food and beverages, vendors, activities and more. Admission is FREE; FREE on-site parking. Pets welcome! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Harley-Davidson Museum EXHIBITS IN ACTION series brings the galleries to life through interactive, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and turn every visit into an adventure! Saturday, May 2 | 10 AM–4 PM H-D Museum (Lower Level) Free with H-D Museum General Admission or H-D Museum Annual Pass Jump into the world of Harley-Davidson racing and explore […]
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