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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Holidays on The Hop 📅 December 7, 14 & 21, 2025 | 4–6 p.m. 📍 Downtown Milwaukee Hop aboard Milwaukee’s free streetcar for live holiday music and sweet treats. Each Sunday features new performers and free cookies for riders. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Join us as we light up Milwaukee with our annual Chanukah Festival & Gelt Drop: a celebration of light, joy, and community for all ages! ✨Pre-register to get a FREE holographic gelt belt bag✨ MKEChanukah.com This year’s festival features: 🎤 Live Concert with Eli Marcus ✨ Giant Menorah Lighting & Epic Gelt Drop 🤖 LED […]
Join us at The Chocolate Factory in downtown Menomonee Falls for Sundaes with Santa! Stop by for FREE sessions with Santa . No purchase necessary. Everyone’s on the nice list here. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer […]
November 20, 2025 - January 1, 2026 It’s a glowrious time to be Downtown! Our parks and streets will soon be aglow with holiday spirit and more than a half million brilliant bulbs. Meanwhile, a flurry of shows, Santa photo ops and exceptional dining opportunities are beckoning friends and family to gather here all season long! So, make […]
Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These special playtimes include open-play and facilitated Programming. Advanced reservations are recommended. For more information, Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Drive into the magic of the Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show, a radiant journey filled with hundreds of dazzling, larger-than-life holiday displays that sparkle with festive wonder. From the comfort of a cozy car, sip a favorite drink, snack on treats, and let the synchronized lights dance in harmony with holiday tunes. […]
November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
JUMP ON THE JINGLE BUS JINGLE BUS TOURS *WEATHER PERMITTING* DECEMBER 5 – DECEMBER 28 FRI – SUN | 5PM TO 9PM TOURS DEPART FROM THE NEW WARMING HOUSE AT RED ARROW PARK Ooh and ahh at the winter wonderland scenes scattered throughout Downtown Milwaukee by hopping on the Jingle Bus, powered by KB […]
November 21 - December 31 / 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (admission gates close at 8:15 p.m.) Dec. 3-31; except closed Dec 8-9, 15-16, 24-25 Wild Lights and frosty nights! Experience the magic of the Zoo after dark, walking through hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights throughout the forest and pathways. Enjoy an enchanted evening […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, 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.
Public Ice Skating! Check The Website for additional times. 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.
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical running November 25 - 30 THE GRINCH broke box office records for two consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theatres in New York. Since then, more than 2.1 million theatre-goers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming […]
Christmas at the Zoo is a daytime event that's open daily from November 23rd through December 31st. Walk or drive through in the comfort of your own car, relax, and enjoy the wildlife along with the unique holiday displays and decorations. The drive-through experience takes approximately one hour. After your journey through the zoo, enjoy […]
November 22, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Show Dome Theme: Holiday Show Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday-Sunday: 9am-4pm Closed: Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day 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.
The historic and magical Kooky Cookie House has its new and permanent location at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls. Kids of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to walk thru the functioning cookie factory. From those who have treasured memories of days gone by to those little ones who will get the chance to […]
Deck the Streets and Village...There's no place like MPM for the holidays! November 16, 2025 - January 25, 2026 Wednesdays through Mondays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Experience the magic of the holiday season inside two of MPM's most beloved exhibits, Streets of Old Milwaukee and European Village, where the walkthrough turn-of-the-century streetscapes have been transformed […]
Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24! Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long. Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here bookmysantavisit.com Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]
SEASON'S SCREENINGS Retro Series It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we want to celebrate it with you! Bring the whole family to the theatre this December 5 thru December 18 to see classic holiday films, back on the big screen! Tickets start at only *$6. Start a new holiday tradition with Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern! Tickets […]
Children & Families Series Celebrations Mondays & Tuesdays, 12-2 pm Washington Park Library - 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Find your new favorite book series by participating in art projects, science experiments, and imaginative play! From Easy Readers to chapter books, picture books to graphic novels, we'll focus the fun each week on a […]
H2GR0W July 14 & 21 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Learn how to grow food plants like lettuce and basil with no soil and no digging! Our hydroponic Fork Farms garden can grow plants with only water and light. Join us for h2gr0w programs every Monday at 1 p.m. to plant seeds, keep […]
Natty Oaks Santa Chalet 📍11505 W. National Ave., West Allis, WI 53227📅 Weeknights December 1st-4th, 8th-11th, 15th-18th, 2025📅 Saturday Nights December 6th, 13th and 20th, 2025Experience a magical holiday season at Natty Oaks! Families can book a cozy Santa Chalet for up to six people to enjoy time with Santa and explore 12,000 square feet […]
November 20, 2025 - January 1, 2026 It’s a glowrious time to be Downtown! Our parks and streets will soon be aglow with holiday spirit and more than a half million brilliant bulbs. Meanwhile, a flurry of shows, Santa photo ops and exceptional dining opportunities are beckoning friends and family to gather here all season long! So, make […]
November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
We invite you to join the annual Chabad of Glendale Chanukah dinner. As always, we look forward to celebrating the holiday together by Lighting the Menorah, a dairy dinner buffet, open bar, live music, and entertainment for the entire family. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Cruisin' Santa Claus in Greenfield Santa, his friends and Mrs. Claus are set to cruise through the neighborhoods of Greenfield. There will be four places to see him and a "Santa tracker" to follow Santa's whereabouts. When: Beginning 6 pm each night from Monday, December 15 through Thursday, December 18 Where: Santa and Mrs. Claus will be […]
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. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
White Christmas (1954) on December 12-15 Two musical stars team with a sister act to help their old Army commander save his failing country inn. 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.
Public Ice Skating! Check The Website for additional times. 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.
Ninja Open Gym Ages 6+ (Including Adults!) Mondays 7:05-8:05 pm Fridays 6:00-7:00 pm Come practice in our dedicated Ninja Space at the 9650 Entrance. 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.
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical running November 25 - 30 THE GRINCH broke box office records for two consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theatres in New York. Since then, more than 2.1 million theatre-goers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming […]
Christmas at the Zoo is a daytime event that's open daily from November 23rd through December 31st. Walk or drive through in the comfort of your own car, relax, and enjoy the wildlife along with the unique holiday displays and decorations. The drive-through experience takes approximately one hour. After your journey through the zoo, enjoy […]
November 22, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Show Dome Theme: Holiday Show Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday-Sunday: 9am-4pm Closed: Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day 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.
Brunch with Santa at Lowlands Restaurants Celebrate the holiday season with Brunch with Santa at select Lowlands Group restaurants! Bring the family, enjoy delicious eats, and share some magical moments with Santa himself. Tables are first-come, first-served, so plan to arrive early. Santa Brunch – Dec. 2, 10 and 16 Join Lowlands Group Restaurants for Brunch with […]
The historic and magical Kooky Cookie House has its new and permanent location at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls. Kids of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to walk thru the functioning cookie factory. From those who have treasured memories of days gone by to those little ones who will get the chance to […]
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, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Celebrate the season with magical holiday photos with Santa, available November 21 through December 24! Capture personalized memories with your family and keep the festive spirit alive — photos will be available all season long. Location: Lower Level, Center Court Walk-ins and reservations welcomeReserve your spot here bookmysantavisit.com Santa takes a short break each day from 𝟮:𝟯𝟬-𝟯𝗽𝗺. […]
SEASON'S SCREENINGS Retro Series It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we want to celebrate it with you! Bring the whole family to the theatre this December 5 thru December 18 to see classic holiday films, back on the big screen! Tickets start at only *$6. Start a new holiday tradition with Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern! Tickets […]
Children & Families Series Celebrations Mondays & Tuesdays, 12-2 pm Washington Park Library - 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Find your new favorite book series by participating in art projects, science experiments, and imaginative play! From Easy Readers to chapter books, picture books to graphic novels, we'll focus the fun each week on a […]
Natty Oaks Santa Chalet 📍11505 W. National Ave., West Allis, WI 53227📅 Weeknights December 1st-4th, 8th-11th, 15th-18th, 2025📅 Saturday Nights December 6th, 13th and 20th, 2025Experience a magical holiday season at Natty Oaks! Families can book a cozy Santa Chalet for up to six people to enjoy time with Santa and explore 12,000 square feet […]
November 20, 2025 - January 1, 2026 It’s a glowrious time to be Downtown! Our parks and streets will soon be aglow with holiday spirit and more than a half million brilliant bulbs. Meanwhile, a flurry of shows, Santa photo ops and exceptional dining opportunities are beckoning friends and family to gather here all season long! So, make […]
November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
GET LIT this Chanukah! Experience Noam Buskila LIVE in concert! We're serving up hot beats, Israel vibes, and Jewish pride! Food | Fun | Music Delicious eats, craft drinks, and treats to fuel the fun! Delicious dinner by Mizrahi Grill for purchase. Hands on fun for kids and adults of all ages! Menorah Lighting | […]
Join The Pfister Hotel for a sweet time at our Sugar & Spice Gingerbread House Workshop! Celebrate the season with a joyful evening of festive creativity at our annual Gingerbread Workshop. Hosted by The Pfister Hotel’s talented Pastry Team, this delightful experience invites guests of all ages to decorate a beautifully pre-assembled gingerbread house with […]
GET LIT this Chanukah! Experience Noam Buskila LIVE in concert! We're serving up hot beats, Israel vibes, and Jewish pride! Food | Fun | Music Delicious eats, craft drinks, and treats to fuel the fun! Delicious dinner by Mizrahi Grill for purchase. Hands on fun for kids and adults of all ages! Menorah Lighting | […]
Cruisin' Santa Claus in Greenfield Santa, his friends and Mrs. Claus are set to cruise through the neighborhoods of Greenfield. There will be four places to see him and a "Santa tracker" to follow Santa's whereabouts. When: Beginning 6 pm each night from Monday, December 15 through Thursday, December 18 Where: Santa and Mrs. Claus will be […]
Public Ice Skating! Check The Website for additional times. 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 A Wonderful Life (1946) December 16-24 Beset with personal and professional problems, George Bailey finds his previously happy life falling apart on Christmas Eve. Seeing no way out, he considers jumping off a bridge. Then, however, his guardian angel Clarence intervenes to show George what his beloved hometown would be like without him. Please […]
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