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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Calling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, LEGO Bricks, blocks, and construction straws. Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program […]
Outdoor Explore Club at Menomonee Valley (For ages 6-11) Let's explore the great outdoors! From prairies to playgrounds, we'll spend time in Three Bridges Park together this fall with kids […]
Read aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held […]
Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2026 Hamilton Uihlein Hall – Marcus Center 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new […]
IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website 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 […]
Museum Days January 22 - February 1, 2026 When the winter chill sets in, Milwaukee turns up the wonder! From January 22 to February 1, 2026, Museum Days invites locals […]
December through Early March 2026 (weather permitting): See website for updates Red Arrow Park 414.289.8791 | countyparks.com Ice skate in the heart of Downtown at the “Slice of Ice” rink […]
Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra […]
AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]
KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series Join us between Jan. 9 and March 1, 2026, to view your favorite family movies for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus […]
Be a creator and bring your ideas to life every week at ArtLab! This is an open art program that provides space and materials for hands-on creative projects. Participants can […]
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. […]
Outdoor Explore Club at Washington Park (For ages 6-11) Let's explore the great outdoors! From prairies to playgrounds, we'll spend time in Washington Park together this fall with kids ages […]
Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Washington Park - NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at […]
Join Milwaukee's own Syrenka Children's Polish Folk Dance Ensemble: Learn Polish Folk Dancing, singing, games, and stories, legends and history. Ages 4-9 We rehearse on Thursdays at 6pm at St. […]
Wisconsin Hills Middle School Presents Disney's Frozen JR Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts […]
Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2026 Hamilton Uihlein Hall – Marcus Center 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new […]
IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Museum Days January 22 - February 1, 2026 When the winter chill sets in, Milwaukee turns up the wonder! From January 22 to February 1, 2026, Museum Days invites locals […]
December through Early March 2026 (weather permitting): See website for updates Red Arrow Park 414.289.8791 | countyparks.com Ice skate in the heart of Downtown at the “Slice of Ice” rink […]
Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Recommended for children 6 months to 5 years old with a caregiver. This is an […]
AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]
KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series Join us between Jan. 9 and March 1, 2026, to view your favorite family movies for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus […]
Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. […]
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. […]
Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. […]
Fri, Jan 16 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Jan 23 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Jan 30 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM / Fri, Feb 6 […]
Friday, January 23, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Hootenanny! Grab your partner and come on down while we dance to the music of The Tinker Boys! You and […]
Bring your friends, family, and teammates for an exciting night of skating under our vibrant, colorful lights! Glow Skate is a fun and affordable activity for participants of all ages […]
RHYTHMIC REVOLUTION CONCERT JANUARY 23, 2026 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MILWAUKEE YOUTH ARTS CENTER 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee, WI 53212 Featuring performances by Rumba Latin Jazz and […]
Wisconsin Hills Middle School Presents Disney's Frozen JR Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts […]
Jan. 15 - 25, 2026 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI The story of Stanley Yelnats, who is wrongly convicted […]
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2026 7:00 PM at THE ORIENTAL THEATRE - HERZFELD CINEMA (EAST) CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY is an award-winning documentary that captures the emergence of a homegrown […]
Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2026 Hamilton Uihlein Hall – Marcus Center 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new […]
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 […]
Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you […]
IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we […]
JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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 […]
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 are delighted to host the 1st Annual Winter Farmers' Market in Brookfield this year. The winter market sets up in the Food Court each Saturday from 10:00am - 2:00pm […]
Join the Muskellunge Club of Wisconsin for a hands-on ice fishing clinic! All equipment and bait are provided, giving attendees a fun, low-pressure chance to try ice fishing and discover […]
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 […]
Museum Days January 22 - February 1, 2026 When the winter chill sets in, Milwaukee turns up the wonder! From January 22 to February 1, 2026, Museum Days invites locals […]
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.