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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Racing’s glorious past comes to life as the Spring Vintage Weekend with SVRA returns to Road America. The season kick-off event will showcase all the sights and sounds from motorsport’s […]
Baby's First Book Club May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Waldorf-trained teacher Julie Demet leads our monthly book club designed for the littlest ‘readers’! We will have a […]
Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]
Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore. Every […]
Ages 3-12: Make a seasonal craft! While supplies last. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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 […]
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 […]
Step into a world of imagination— no travel required. Inside Milwaukee’s world tour under glass, children will journey through enchanted landscapes, complete a series of imaginative tasks, and uncover the […]
The Adventure Begins Join us May 8-25, 2026 at the Waukesha County Expo Center Step into the Midwest’s largest animatronic dinosaur collection and wander through breathtaking prehistoric landscapes. From fossil […]
The Brown Deer Community Foundation is excited to announce they are bringing back the medallion hunt for a third year, set to begin on Tuesday, May 12. Last year, thousands […]
Diversity is nature’s greatest strength. It should be ours too. This unique event highlights nature’s diversity and focuses on increasing our connection to both nature and community. The fun includes […]
Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit Frogs, toads, and salamanders abound in the Kettle Moraine. Learn about their unique life cycles and the species that call this area home. […]
Stroll with our Land Management staff to observe ephemerals and spring blooming native plants. Learn about their identifying characteristics and ecological role within the landscape. Ecosystems and their community dynamics […]
Put on your detective hats and join us for a family-friendly morning of mystery and mayhem! This interactive day of games, puzzles, and theatrical fun invites kids and grown-ups alike […]
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 […]
Join us for our 7th annual Girls Can Fly Day at the Hartford Municipal Airport hosted by the Women in Aviation- SE Wisconsin for Chapter. This is a free event […]
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 […]
Join us on Saturday, May 16 to develop your skills and build confidence in nature during the Explore the Outdoors Expo at Havenwoods State Forest. This event is open to […]
Join us on Saturday, May 16 to develop your skills and build confidence in nature during the Explore the Outdoors Expo at Havenwoods State Forest. This event is open to […]
Dog Days Repeats every month on the third Saturday until Mon Dec 21 2026 except Sat Jun 20 2026, Sat Nov 21 2026. Also includes Sat Jun 27 2026, Sat […]
Rainforest & Butterflies: May 7-June 6, 2026 This Greatest Hit takes visitors to the tropics to celebrate two of MPM’s groundbreaking and immersive exhibits, Rainforest and Puelicher Butterfly Vivarium, which […]
The Milwaukee Auto Show returns in 2026 with a major update — moving from its traditional winter schedule to spring (May 14-17) and relocating to Wisconsin State Fair Park. The […]
Storytime Sue is back! Sue, a retired kindergarten teacher and early childcare specialist turned expert storyteller is sure to please your toddler and preschooler with her stories and songs! See […]
Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with […]
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 […]
NOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]
May Planetarium Programs Wednesday 5/6 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet Wednesday 5/13 at 11:00am - Galileo: The Power of the Telescope Wednesday 5/20 at 11:00am -The […]
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. […]
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 […]
Milwaukee's Annual Big Truck Round Up! Red Arrow Park | Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 11 AM - 2 PM Get up close with big trucks and equipment from DPW, […]
Festival of Flowers 💐 Saturday, May 16 | 11am–3pm | Riverwalk Commons Mark your calendars for the 2nd annual Festival of Flowers at Milwaukee Public Market. This free, can’t-miss celebration […]
When a green ogre named Shrek discovers his swamp has been 'swamped' with all sorts of fairytale creatures by the scheming Lord Farquaad, Shrek sets out with a very loud […]
Free Asian culture festival! Live performances, food & workshops celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. May 16 · Bayshore WI · All ages welcome. Gateway to Asia — Asian Culture Festival featuring […]
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
May Planetarium Programs Wednesday 5/6 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet Wednesday 5/13 at 11:00am - Galileo: The Power of the Telescope Wednesday 5/20 at 11:00am -The […]
THE NEVERENDING STORY: ATREYU AND THE GREAT QUEST ACADEMY PRODUCTION LAB **Multiple Showtimes: Check Here** Get ready for an epic escape into Fantastica! A classic tale takes the stage as […]
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts students are proud to present SHREK The Musical KIDS. Our students in 2 – 5th grade will perform the greatest fairy tale never told. Please note: […]
Team up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn […]
In the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she […]
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. […]
It ain't easy bein' green -- especially if you're a likable (albeit smelly) ogre named Shrek. On a mission to retrieve a gorgeous princess from the clutches of a fire-breathing […]
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts students are proud to present SHREK The Musical KIDS. Our students in 2 – 5th grade will perform the greatest fairy tale never told. Please note: […]
The Milwaukee Milkmen are set to open the 2026 season at Franklin Field with a three-game Opening Weekend homestand packed with fireworks, theme nights, family entertainment, and affordable summer fun […]
Runs May 15 – May 31, 2026 There’s magic to do in one of Wicked creator Stephen Schwartz’s first musicals. A troupe of performers present, and sometimes manipulate, the story […]
our gather & grow market is a joyful celebration of community and the jam-packed, outdoor season. we’re bringing together some of our favorite local businesses and playful activities to create an […]
Racing’s glorious past comes to life as the Spring Vintage Weekend with SVRA returns to Road America. The season kick-off event will showcase all the sights and sounds from motorsport’s […]
Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore. Every […]
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 […]
Step into a world of imagination— no travel required. Inside Milwaukee’s world tour under glass, children will journey through enchanted landscapes, complete a series of imaginative tasks, and uncover the […]
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.