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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  • Chanukah Festival & Gelt Drop

    The Yard at Bayshore 5800 Bayshore, Glendale

    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 […]

    Free

  • Sundaes with Santa at The Chocolate Factory Menomonee Falls

    The Chocolate Factory (Menomonee Falls) N88W16498 Main St, Menomonee Falls

    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 […]

    Free

  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk.  Monday-Friday:  4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE!  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free

  • Chanukah Dinner at Chabad of Glendale & River Hills

    Chabad of Glendale & River Hills 6791 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale

    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, […]

    $18 – $32

  • Read Learn Create at The Oak Creek Public Library

    Read Learn Create
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 15-20 minute story time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). It features stories, songs, and rhymes that foster early literacy and will be followed […]

    Free

  • Animal Encounters at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure […]

    $19 – $27

  • Christmas at the Y in West Bend

    Kettle Moraine YMCA 1111 W Washington Street, West Bend, WI, United States

    Join us at the Y for some festive holiday fun during Christmas at the Y    Get creative with Christmas crafts, splash around in the pool, groove at the dance […]

    Free

  • Grinch Pizza Party at A Kid at Heart Playland in Germantown

    A Kid At Heart Playland W188N10707 Maple Road, Germantown, WI, United States

    Join us for the meanest, greenest Christmas party you'll attend this year! Decorate an ornament, have some pizza and a juice box or soda. Enjoy our hot chocolate bar with […]

    $8 – $60

  • Milwaukee Hoops Showdown at The Fiserv Forum

    Fiserv Forum 2025
    Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Milwaukee Hoops Showdown Wisconsin vs. Villanova DEC 19, 2025 / FRIDAY@ 7:00 PM Wisconsin will face Villanova and Milwaukee will take on South Dakota State at the Milwaukee Hoops Showdown on […]

    $55 – $230

  • Winter Fest at Havenwoods State Forest MKE

    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Winter Fest is a wonderful, family-friendly event in Wisconsin’s only urban state forest! Enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores; make crafts and memories. Come out for a great day! (The snowshoes will be ready in case of snow) Schedule All day: Make a Winter Ornament. Guided hikes at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Keep warm with […]

    Free

  • Milwaukee Jazz Institute Student Ensemble Performance at Sam’s Place Jazz Cafe

    2026 Live Music
    Sam's Place Jazz Cafe 3338 N Doctor MLK Jr Dr, Milwaukee, United States

    Sam's Place Jazz Cafe 3338 N Doctor MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI We are excited about the MJI ensemble performances at Sam's Place Jazz Café on Saturday, December 20, and Sunday, December 21. This is an opportunity for our ensembles to play the music they've been working on this term and for family, friends, and […]

    $15 – $50

  • Mermaid Echo at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2025 Events
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Sundays, Sept 7 | Nov 23 | Dec 21 at 11:00 am & 12:30 pm  | Included with Admission The enchanting underwater adventures of Mermaid Echo take center tank next month at Discovery World! Watch Echo's spectacular performance as she teaches you all about freshwater and the creatures that call Lake Michigan home.  Please note: […]

    $19 – $25

  • Winter Break at The Milwaukee Public Museum

    Milwaukee Public Museum 2026
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    WINTER BREAK December 22, December 29-January 2 10 a.m. - Noon; 1 – 3 p.m. Join MPM Educators as we highlight some of our favorite frozen topics during winter break! Feel […]

    $19 – $25

  • Winter Scavenger Hunt at MKE Central Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Winter is here! Come celebrate with us at the Central Library and complete a fun winter-themed scavenger hunt. 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.

    Free

  • Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Taylor Swift at Calvary Presbyterian Church MKE

    Candlelight Concerts
    Calvary Presbyterian Church 935 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, United States

    Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Milwaukee. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift at Calvary Presbyterian Church under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: Calvary Presbyterian Church 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times […]

    $30 – $50

  • Starlight Hike at The Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit

    Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit S91W39091 State Rd 59, Eagle, WI, United States

    Weather: This event is weather-dependent. Event Description: Join us for a series of short hikes to stargaze in our forest! The thin, cold air is the best for seeing the stars dancing above- and photographing them! Most smartphone cameras can capture images of the cosmos when the settings are adjusted. Warm clothing/boots and flashlights are […]

    $13 – $28

  • Fox and Branch Family Concert at Anodyne Coffee (Walker’s Point MKE)

    2025 Family Concerts
    Anodyne - Walkers Point 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    November 30th, 2025  Anodyne Coffee (Will Branch with guests)11:00 am Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Walker’s Point, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI December 28th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Will Branch with guests)11:00 am Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Walker’s Point, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI Starts at 11 AM sharp! Fox & Branch's Will Branch will perform […]

    Free

  • Bilingual Storytime at The Mitchell Park Domes

    The Mitchell Park Domes 2026
    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    December 31 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am BilingualStorytime at The Domes Bilingual Storytime at The Domes Mitchell Park Domes The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual […]

    $6 – $9

  • Noon Year’s Eve Party at A Kid at Heart Playland in Germantown

    A Kid At Heart Playland W188N10707 Maple Road, Germantown, WI, United States

    Join us for a “Noon” Years Eve party with crafts, music, a giant balloon drop and playtime. Enjoy a juice box toast at noon! Space is limited! Please limit adults to two per family. Additional adult tickets may be purchased for $8.    Purchase your tickets here!   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are […]

    $25

  • Noon Year’s Eve at AirCity 360 (New Berlin)

    New Years 2026
    AirCity360 5320 S Moorland Rd, New Berlin, United States

    Air City 360 is Hosting NOON YEARS EVE on December 31st.   Tickets for this event include:Unlimited Jump TimeUnlimited Rock Wall$15 Arcade CardGrip SocksFun AccessoriesSprite Toast & Balloon Drop at […]

    $19.99

  • Kid Boogie Down’s Noon Year’s Eve Dance Party at Bavarian Bierhaus

    The Bavarian Bierhaus 700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI, United States

    Ring in the "new year" with us at noon! Live music/video show by DJ Lukewarm complete with lights, lasers, bubbles, and more! FREE STUFF: The 1st 200 kids (with paid admission) will receive FREE light up gear to ring in the new year with!Limit 1 per child while supplies last. WHAT ELSE CAN YOU EXPECT?- […]

    Free – $12

  • Milwaukee Wave Game at UWM Panther Arena

    2026 Milwaukee Wave
    UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena 400 West Kilbourn, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $35 – $80

  • Bucks Home Game Family Night

    Milwaukee Bucks 2026
    Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $35 – $70

  • Polar Bear Plunge 2026: Milwaukee Lakefront at Bradford Beach and Shorewood at Atwater Park

    2026 Community Events
    Bradford Beach 2400 N Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, United States +1 more

    Ring in 2026 by jumping into frigid Lake Michigan with thousands of fellow Wisconsinites—or simply cheer from the shore with hot cocoa in hand. The greater Milwaukee area offers multiple polar plunge opportunities, from the legendary Bradford Beach tradition to charity-focused events supporting Special Olympics athletes. Bradford Beach: Milwaukee's biggest polar plunge The Bradford Beach […]

    Free

  • Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Thank You Thursdays

    Milwaukee Public Museum 2025 Events
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Community Free Day at The Jewish Museum Milwaukee

    Jewish Museum Milwaukee 2025 Events
    Jewish Museum Milwaukee 1360 N Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    COMMUNITY FREE DAY FOR VIOLINS OF HOPE: STRINGS OF JEWISH RESISTANCE AND RESILIENCE DATE: January 2, 2026 TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Jewish Museum Milwaukee COST: FREE for MKE County Residents We invite all Milwaukee County residents to experience the powerful Violins of Hope exhibit free of charge during this special Community Free […]

    Free

  • Indoor Mini Golf at Aspen Sky in Slinger

    Indoor Mini Golf
    Aspen Sky Winery Distillery and Event Center 860 Enterprise Drive, Slinger, United States

    Indoor Mini Golf at Aspen Sky! Tired of being cooped up inside? Get out of the house and enjoy a classic pastime—indoors and in the warmth of our event center! […]

    $8.00

  • Milwaukee County Zoo Family Free Day

    Milwaukee County Zoo 2026
    Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a […]

    Free

  • Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2026
    Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United States

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Schedule Winter/Spring 2026 Purchase Tickets Here. Wednesday 1/7 at 11:00am - Two Small Pieces of Glass - $5.00/person  Wednesday 1/14 at 11:00am - Amazing Planet- $5.00/person  Wednesday 1/21 […]

    $5

  • Owl Prowl for Families at Wehr Nature Center

    Wehr Nature Center 2026
    Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

    Join a naturalist for an evening with the owls in Grant Park! An interactive program will highlight the amazing adaptations of our nocturnal neighbors. Come prepared to walk in search of great-horned and Eastern screech owls. Each child will dissect an owl pellet to discover what owls eat for dinner! Recommended for ages 6 and […]

    $12.00

  • Time Travel Half-Marathon (and 5k/10k) – Milwaukee

    Friends of Estabrook Park 4400 N Estabrook Pkwy, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Race Day Schedule 7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup 8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 9:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish! Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal […]

    $25.98

  • STEAM Labs at Oak Creek Public Library

    STEAM Labs at Oak Creek Public Library
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Music and Movement at Oak Creek Public Library

    Music and Movement at Oak Creek Public Library
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 30-minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome).   Registration is not required. This Story Time will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Find out more 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 […]

    Free

  • Baby Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library

    Baby Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early literacy. Play time with toys to follow.   Registration is not required. Each session will take place in the Story Time Room. Please only attend […]

    Free

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