Milwaukee Family Events

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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  • Cedarburg Tree Lighting

    Cedarburg Community Center W63 N641 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg, WI, United States

    The magic of the season begins right here in Cedarburg! Join us as our Chamber elves and the local business community bring holiday cheer to life at the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Cedarburg […]

    Free

  • Public Ice Skating at The Pettit MKE

    Skate The Pettit 2025
    Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $8 – $15

  • Family Fun at The Oak Creek Public Library

    Family Fun
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Santa at The Spot Family Play Studio in Grafton

    The Spot Family Play Studio 1752 Wisconsin Avenue, Grafton

    Santa is coming! Join us for all sorts of FUN & endless Christmas cheer! Santa will be setup for photos with your kiddos or even your whole family. We will […]

    $35

  • Holiday Tree Lighting at Sussex Civic Center

    Sussex Civic Center N64W23760 Main Street, Sussex, WI, United States

    Kick off the holidays with us in the Village of Sussex on Friday, December 5, for a night of festive fun and holiday cheer!   This FREE holiday event is […]

    Free

  • Breakfast with Santa at Tri County YMCA Menomonee Falls

    Tri County YMCA N84W17501 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Have you seen Santa yet to tell him what's on your Christmas list? If not, you still have time! Santa wants you and your family to join him for a […]

    $5 – $10

  • Breakfast with Santa in Cedarburg

    Ozaukee Pavilion W67 N866 Washington Ave, Cedarburg, WI, United States

    The Cedarburg Junior Woman's Club is thrilled to host their annual Breakfast with Santa. Included in your ticket purchase is a hot pancake breakfast served to your table, the opportunity […]

    $16

  • Holiday Cookie House at YMCA Camp Minikani

    YMCA Camp Minikani 875 Amy Belle Rd, Hubertus

    Take a break from the holiday rush and enjoy a fun, relaxing day at YMCA Camp Minikani decorating cookies and gingerbread houses with friends and family. We supply the decorating […]

    $15 – $40

  • Magical Mornings at Black Bear Children’s Boutique

    Black Bear Boutique 4312 Oakland, Shorewood, WI, United States

    Join us on Saturday, December 6th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE  storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading "Twas the Night Before Christmas" with a matching craft and […]

    Free

  • Photos with Santa at Fleet Farm

    Santa Claus is coming to town!   Grab your family and join us for FREE pictures with Santa at Fleet Farm! Santa will be at your local store on December […]

    Free

  • 45th Annual Grafton Christmas Parade

    Downtown Grafton Grafton, WI, United States

    Enjoy a wonderful Christmas parade in Grafton. Saturday December 6th is the new date for the parade (previously rescheduled due to the winter storm).   Please note: Dates, times, and […]

    Free

  • Winter Market at Foxtown Station Mequon

    Foxtown Station 6209 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, Wisconsin

    Join us for our Winter Market at Foxtown Station on Saturday, December 6th! From 11 AM to 4 PM, step into a festive wonderland filled with the holiday spirit and […]

    Free

  • Christmas on the Corner in Downtown Port Washington

    Downtown Port Washington 116 W Grand Avenue, Port Washington, WI, United States

    Join us for our annual Christmas on the Corner event in downtown Port Washington! We celebrate the holidays in true Hallmark style, complete with horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa […]

    Free

  • Shorewood Winterfest

    Village of Shorewood

    Don’t miss this fun, family friendly event by taking a stroll around Shorewood to celebrate the Holiday season! Our annual Winterfest event, includes meet and greet with Santa at a […]

    Free

  • Brunch with Santa at Relish Supper Club Germantown

    Get ready for a morning of holiday cheer, hearty breakfast favorites, and a visit from the big guy himself at Relish Supper Club in Germantown.    Here’s what’s on the […]

    $13 – $25

  • Mequon Winter Wonderland Festival

    The City of Mequon is welcoming families, neighbors, and visitors to its annual Winter Wonderland Festival on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, right in front of […]

    Free

  • Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center

    Wee Wonders
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    WEE WONDERS Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. […]

    $5

  • Santa at The Spot Family Play Studio in Grafton (Photos Only)

    The Spot Family Play Studio 1752 Wisconsin Avenue, Grafton

    Join us at The Spot Family Play Studio in Grafton for family photos with Santa!   $15/family, register here!   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, […]

    $15

  • Family Night with Santa Cow at Chick-Fil-A Menomonee Falls

    Chick-Fil-A - Menomonee Falls W185N9590 Bancroft Drive, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

    Join us for a Christmas Family Night! Santa Cow will be there ready for photos, as well as crafts, samples, and fun. Free to attend. Please note: Dates, times, and […]

    Free

  • Festive Friday Holiday at Rite-Hite YMCA Brown Deer

    Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer, WI, United States

    Have a holly, jolly time with Santa at the Y! Gather your friends and family to enjoy holiday crafts, games, cookies, and gingerbread house decorating. Santa Claus will also be […]

    $20

  • Festive Friday Holiday Event at Rite-Hite YMCA

    Rite-Hite Family YMCA 9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer, WI, United States

    Have a holly, jolly time with Santa at the Y! Gather your friends and family to enjoy holiday crafts, games, cookies, and gingerbread house decorating. Santa Claus will also be […]

    Free – $20

  • Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium

    Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! After two whimsical years of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, journey into the Imaginarium to […]

    $40 – $145

  • Saturday Fun Day at The Milwaukee Rep’s Herzfeld Center

    2025 Stage Performances
    Milwaukee Repertory Theater Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    Celebrate the season with a festive morning of games, hands-on activities, and holiday cheer for all ages. Meet Ebenezer Scrooge and more from A Christmas Carol, enjoy storytelling, explore holiday […]

    $10 – $25

  • Meet Santa at IMPROV (The Corners of Brookfield)

    Milwaukee Improv 20111 N Lord St, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Meet Santa at IMPROV By The Corners of Brookfield Dec 13 from 10am to 12pm   A chance to tell the man himself what's on your list! Join us for […]

    Free

  • Christkindl Market Menomonee Falls

    Menomonee Falls Downtown ​N88W16712 Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Step into a European-inspired Christkindl Market Village market full of artisan vendors, warm drinks, handmade goods, cozy holiday vibes, and a Kinder Korner for the little ones! Families will enjoy […]

    Free

  • A Very Grafton Grinchmas in Downtown Grafton

    Downtown Grafton Grafton, WI, United States

    It’s going to be a very Grinchmas Christmas in downtown Grafton, and you’re invited to join the merry mischief!   From 10AM–4PM, bop around to your favorite participating businesses as […]

    Free

  • Birth-Tay: A Taylor Swift Celebration at The Argo Whitefish Bay

    The Argo 334 E Silver Spring Dr, Whitefish Bay

    Celebrate Taylor’s birthday with a full-on fan-fueled tribute night—hits, eras, singalongs, and all the Swiftie energy at The Argo. 🎟️ Note: $1 from every ticket sold goes to a fund benefiting […]

    $15.89

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