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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Free Community Quilt Mural Sewing: All-ages 8+, 3-hours, 4th Fridays 6-9pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
The Ukuladies are taking over the Allis! Delight in a family friendly musical gathering by 30 local women playing the ukuleles, including some banjos and mandolins. From Broadway classics to […]
Drop in, meet fellow players, and try out some multiplayer games on the library’s Nintendo Switch! For children in grades 3-6. Meets the last Wednesday of the month at 4:30 […]
Wehr Nature Center does not charge an admission fee, so on the "Free Day" (the last Thursday of the month), the parking fee is waived. Individuals, families, and friends may […]
The 5th Annual Moms Mental Health Initiative Summer Social, and 10 Years of MMHI! This fundraising event unites us in celebration of the strength of our participants and the immeasurable […]
SAVE THE DATE! The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra is excited to announce the return of our Sensory Friendly Concert. Sensory friendly concerts are designed for people of any age on the autism […]
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 […]
You’re Invited: Join us at our next Discover Authentic event! The first Wednesday of every month, we offer a tour, presentation, and open Q&A for expecting or future parents. 💫 […]
Join us in bringing everyone together for Community Game Night & Touch A Truck in Cudahy! This event is FREE and for all ages. See, touch, and explore your […]
Thanks to the generous funding of the Osborne and Scekic Family Foundation, Racine Art Museum visitors can enjoy free admission from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on First Friday of the […]
A Walk in the Park Date: Now through December Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: March 6: Jacobus Park, April 3: Froemming Park, May 1: Greenfield Park June 5: […]
Leash up and lace up for Discover Brookfield’s 2026 Dog, Dash, Discover 5K Run/Walk bringing dogs and their humans together for a morning of movement, community, and tail-wagging fun at The Corners […]
Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a […]
Blum Fundraiser Supporting Margie's Smile: Weekend of June 6th and 7th at Bluemel's (4930 W Loomis Rd, Greenfield). A portion of all proceeds from the garden center and Blum cafe […]
Learn to play ultimate frisbee from the pros on the Milwaukee Monarchs! This free clinic is intended for kids in elementary school. Come practice the basics of throwing, catching, and […]
The Milwaukee Monarchs are a professional women's ultimate frisbee team that plays in the Premier Ultimate League. Join us in this regular season finale game as the Milwaukee Monarchs play […]
Join us as we kick off summer with a warm, adventure-filled evening at the HAWS Schallock Center for Animals! Tales by the Fire: Summer Kickoff is the perfect seasonal celebration […]
Garden Opening with Free Admission 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.
Nature has some unique art to share with us; let's explore Retzer Nature Center to find inspiration! You'll craft, sketch, and paint the natural world around us. All supplies are […]
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! […]
What do you see when you look in the mirror? Join us for this original kids’ play asking you to look in the mirror and dream. Please note: Dates and […]
Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils! This […]
Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils! This […]
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 […]
Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild features educational content, puppetry, and audience interaction with realistic baby dinosaur puppets. The live show will be followed by a dino meet and greet! This program […]
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. […]
This 20-minute Story Time followed is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required. Each session will […]
Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will […]
This 30-minute Story Time welcomes children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community. It will feature stories and songs followed by a playtime and social for […]
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! […]
Join our team and fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants […]
Come join us as we create dinosaur skeletons using pasta for our Pasta Paleontology STEAM Lab. This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in […]
Work together in groups to make a recycled dinosaur. We will display your masterpiece in the library after the program ends. This program is for those in grades 3-6 […]
Enjoy a magic show for all ages!
Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will […]
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans […]
This summer, young people from throughout the community, including participants from Milwaukee Recreation's before- and after-school programs, can experience new biking opportunities! If your child is interested in any kind of […]
Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! […]
It's rumored that dinosaurs evolved into modern-day birds. But which dinos ruled the prehistoric skies? Come find out at our STEAM Lab! This program is for those in grades […]
What giant sea creatures swam in the ocean's depths? Explore with us in this fun and adventurous lab! This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take […]
Create a miniature version of a message in a bottle to keep on your desk. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story […]
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans […]
Ever wonder what's inside of a thunderstorm or how a hurricane forms? Learn just how wild weather can be in this week's STEAM Lab. This program is for those in […]
Learn about circuitry and electricity as we make our own treasure map that lights up! This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story […]
Ever wanted to create your own magazine? Now you can! Join us as we create our own publications. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place […]
Here is the complete schedule: July 8 – Venus Rising (Femme-forward) Ladies Must Swing & Ellie Jackson. A powerful opening night celebrating women in music, featuring swing-era revival and soulful […]
Experience an interactive dinosaur show with animatronic puppets! This show includes audience involvement and a meet-and-greet afterwards.
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
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