ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library
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
50 events found.
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.
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.
Events
-
-
Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States
-
Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesNOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through January 22, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
$19 – $25 -
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
Free -
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium: Special Waukesha JanBoree Schedule
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesSPECIAL EVENT January 17 from 11am-2pm (shows begin every 45 min) - Waukesha JanBoree - “Aurora: Lights of Wonder” - FREE admission! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Free -
Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE
The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAFTERNOON 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 […]
$40 – $70 -
JanBoree Wildlife Exploration at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesSet out on the trails in search of winter wildlife. This self-guided hike will include a map with key highlights and a scavenger hunt! Explore the nature trails on your […]
Free -
KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 moreKIDS 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 […]
$3 -
Dance Party at Next Step Dance Studio Franklin
Next Step Dance Studio 3501 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, United StatesMufasa Party - Wednesday, July 9th @ 5:30-6:30 pm for Ages 3-5 Barbie Party - Wednesday, July 16th @ 5:30-7:00 pm for Ages 6-9 Snow White Party - Wednesday, July […]
$25 -
MASTERing LEGO® at MPL: ML King Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMASTERing LEGO® Saturday, January 17 from 1-3 pm ML King Library - 2901 N MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI Come meet and create with a LEGO MASTER. Challenge your creativity […]
Free -
JanBoree Ice Skating at Naga-Waukee Ice Arena (Waukesha)
Naga-waukee Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd, Delafield, WI, United StatesEnjoy public skating as part of Waukesha JanBoree, offering families a fun and refreshing way to glide across the ice together. Spend time on the rink, savoring the classic winter […]
Free -
HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United StatesJan. 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 […]
$22 -
Family Fun Films at MPL: Zablocki Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFamily Fun Films Saturday, January 17 from 2-4 pm Zablocki Library - 3501 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI Cozy up with your crew and enjoy a free family film and […]
Free -
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
Free -
Milwaukee Wave Game at UWM Panther Arena
UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena 400 West Kilbourn, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEnjoy 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 -
Mystery at The Milwaukee Public Museum: Family Edition
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesJoin us for another family version of our after-hours mystery caper! Grab your magnifying glass and detective hat to follow a series of family-friendly clues that lead you through the […]
$20 -
HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United StatesJan. 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 […]
$22 -
Milwaukee Railroad Club’s Toy Train and Collectible Show at The New Berlin Ale House
New Berlin Ale House 16000 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin, WI, United StatesToy Train and Collectible Show. Buy, Sell , and Trade Toy Trains and other Collectibles. New and Used . Our parts dealer has O gauge parts, mostly Lionel, post war […]
$4 -
Shorewood Winter Farmers Market at The Atrium
The Atrium 2107 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, United StatesTHE ATRIUM 2107 E Capitol Dr Shorewood WI SUNDAYS I JAN 04 - FEB 22 | 9:00am - 1:00pm Sign up for our weekly emails and get the current list […]
Free -
Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open at Discovery World
Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesKohl’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 […]
$19 – $27 -
The Big Cheese Classic: Wheelchair Basketball Tournament at Pewaukee High School
Pewaukee High School 510 Lake St, Pewaukee, United StatesThe 12th Annual Big Cheese Classic is back again at Pewaukee High School, January 17-18, 2026. Pewaukee High School 510 Lake St Pewaukee WI 53072 We’re looking to fill over 200 […]
Free -
West Allis Winter Week
Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United StatesIT'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 […]
Free -
Waukesha JanBoree
Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United StatesJANUARY 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 […]
Free -
Animal Encounters at Discovery World
Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEvery 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 -
Winterfest at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United StatesWinterfest 2026 - Sunday, January 18 from 10am-2pm Cure your cabin fever ~ FREE EVENT! Children's crafts and activities, activities with Wehr Nature Center and more! Guided Winter Walks will […]
Free -
Quadcon: Brookfield Comic Book and Toy Show at Brookfield Square Mall
Brookfield Square Mall 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, United StatesIt's a pop culture celebration! BROOKFIELD SQUARE QUADCON | JAN. 17 - JAN. 18 Break up those winter blues with a FREE EVENT at Brookfield Square. Be prepared to walk […]
Free -
Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesDeck 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 […]
$19 – $25 -
Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park MKE (Weather Permitting)
Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDecember 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 […]
Free – $11 -
Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesNOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through January 22, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
$19 – $25 -
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
Free -
Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE
The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAFTERNOON 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 […]
$40 – $70 -
KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 moreKIDS 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 […]
$3 -
Nature Nauts: Tracks and Scat at Wehr Nature Center
Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United StatesTracks, droppings, homes, and feeding signs are all clues of our wild neighbors. Learn how to decipher wildlife signs and then, weather permitting, go exploring for signs of winter wildlife. […]
$12.00 -
Milwaukee Wave Game at UWM Panther Arena
UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena 400 West Kilbourn, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEnjoy 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 -
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLittle 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. […]
Free -
K- Pop Family Fun Day at Jewish Community Center
Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish BayHey young heroes! Jump into a K-pop-inspired adventure – dance to the beats, craft hero gear, sculpt clay creatures, and celebrate courage, friendship & teamwork. Costumes encouraged for extra fun! […]
$10 – $14 -
Sound Waves Winter Concert Series 2026 at Schlitz Audobon Nature Center
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WIBring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages and snacks available for purchase. Performances take place in […]
$7 – $10 -
HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United StatesJan. 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 […]
$22 -
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day at ML King Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCelebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day Monday, January 19 from 9 am-5 pm ML King Library - 2901 N MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI Building hope and inspiring change. Celebrate […]
Free -
West Allis Winter Week
Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United StatesIT'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 […]
Free -
Waukesha JanBoree
Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United StatesJANUARY 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 […]
Free -
MLK National Day of Service at Congregation Shalom (Fox Point)
Congregational Shalom 7630 N Santa Monica Blvd, Fox Point, United StatesMLK National Day of Service Monday, January 19 | 10-11:30 am Congregation Shalom – Fox Point Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a kid-focused morning of […]
Free -
MLK Jr Day of Service at Bay Shore Lutheran Church
Bay Shore Lutheran Church 1200 E Hampton Rd, Whitefish Bay, WI, United StatesThe public is invited to join Bay Shore members in serving the community through the following volunteer activities. Sign up in advance and walk-ins are also welcome. Assembly of 1,500 […]
Free -
MLK Jr Day of Service at Bay Shore Lutheran Church (Whitefish Bay)
Bay Shore Lutheran Church 1200 E Hampton Rd, Whitefish Bay, WI, United StatesFamilies are invited to sign up here in advance to join Bay Shore members in serving the community through the following volunteer activities: Assembly of 1,500 sandwiches to be distributed […]
Free -
MLK Day of Community at 414loral MKE
414loral 1739 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, United StatesMLK Day of Community January 19, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM 414loral 1739 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive Milwaukee WI Join us for a creative, joy-filled […]
Free -
Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesDeck 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 […]
$19 – $25 -
Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park MKE (Weather Permitting)
Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDecember 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 […]
Free – $11 -
Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesNOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through January 22, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
$19 – $25 -
KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 moreKIDS 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 […]
$3 -
Artist In Residence Cello Performance at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThis event features a live cello performance by the museum's current Artist in Residence. Attendees can listen to a set of solo music and learn about the instrument through the […]
$15 -
JanBoree Synchronized Skating at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United StatesEver wondered what it’s like to be part of a synchronized skating team? Now’s your chance to find out! Join us for a fun-filled event to explore the exciting world […]
Free
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.