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
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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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Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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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 June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
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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. […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesHorwitz-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 […]
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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Monster Jam: Freestyle Mania at The Fiserv Forum MKE
Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS JAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 6:00 PM GET TICKETS FEB 1, 2026 / SUNDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS Get ready for […]
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Lake Geneva Winterfest
Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United StatesJanuary 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesHorwitz-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 […]
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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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Sunbeam Kids Project: Valentine Decoration Making for LindenGrove
Waukesha Public Library 321 Wisconsin Ave., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesLindenGrove New Berlin provides a range of care for residents from rehab and skilled nursing to assisted living and memory care. We can make a difference to the residents in […]
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Great Lakes Tropical Fish Swap at Crowne Plaza MKE South
Crowne Plaza Milwaukee South 6401 South 13th Street, Milwaukee, United StatesLove tropical fish or aquariums? Don't miss the Great Lakes Tropical Fish Swap! Kids Area featuring a live animal presentation by J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue each day, tote bag craft, […]
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Animal Feeding at Havenwoods State Park MKE
Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEver wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch. This program offers a chance to observe live […]
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Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJan 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 […]
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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. […]
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Light the Hart at Hart Park Wauwatosa
Hart Park 1190 N 70th St,, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesThis is a free community winter walk along an illuminated path. The lighted walking path is available to explore throughout the evening. Attendees can stroll the path and view the […]
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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS at Waukesha Civic Theatre
Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, WaukeshaDisney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, […]
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Candlelight Hike at Lapham Peak (Delafield)
Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit S91W39091 State Rd 59, Eagle, WI, United StatesCandle Light Hike/Ski Date: January 31, 2026 from 5:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Homestead Hollow area, Kettle Moraine State Forest Lapham Peak Unit, W329 N846 County Highway C, Delafield Experience a serene […]
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Monster Jam: Freestyle Mania at The Fiserv Forum MKE
Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS JAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 6:00 PM GET TICKETS FEB 1, 2026 / SUNDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS Get ready for […]
$30 – $125 -
Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS at Waukesha Civic Theatre
Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, WaukeshaDisney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, […]
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Forte Youth Productions: Shrek JR at The Saber Center for the Performing Arts (Franklin)
Saber Center for the Performing Arts 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI, United StatesFriday, January 30 - February 1 Shrek Jr. presented by Forte Youth Productions Saber Center for the Performing Arts, 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI 53132, USA, SC-Saber Center Events […]
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Arco at The Downer Theatre MKE
Downer Theatre 2589 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, United StatesA magical and beautifully animated journey through time, ARCO is a dazzling adventure about a 10-year-old boy from a peaceful, distant future who accidentally travels back to the year 2075 and discovers […]
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Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJan 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 […]
$90 – $500 -
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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 […]
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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 […]
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All Scale Train Show at The MKE Domes
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIt's time for the annual Milwaukee Domes Train Show! Expanding into the lobby and Greenhouse 7 for the all-scale exhibit, this event includes displays of model trains of all gauges. […]
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Milwaukee Camp Fair 2026 – Free Summer Camp Expo at University School of Milwaukee
The University School of Milwaukee WI, United StatesWhen: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Where: University School of Milwaukee – Upper School Gym (2100 W Fairy Chasm Rd, River Hills, WI) Looking for the best Milwaukee summer camps or […]
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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 […]
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Milwaukee Museum Days (at Over 30 Local Museums)
Downtown Milwaukee WIMuseum 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 […]
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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 […]
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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 June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
$19 – $25 -
Mermaid Echo at Discovery World
Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMermaid Echo is back at Discovery World! Mermaid Echo connects kids with aquatic ecology in a creative way. Enjoy a spectacular performance! Watch Echo swim with underwater friends while you […]
$19 – $27 -
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. […]
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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
$25 – $45 -
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 -
Great Lakes Tropical Fish Swap at Crowne Plaza MKE South
Crowne Plaza Milwaukee South 6401 South 13th Street, Milwaukee, United StatesLove tropical fish or aquariums? Don't miss the Great Lakes Tropical Fish Swap! Kids Area featuring a live animal presentation by J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue each day, tote bag craft, […]
$3 – $40 -
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 -
Monster Jam: Freestyle Mania at The Fiserv Forum MKE
Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS JAN 31, 2026 / SATURDAY@ 6:00 PM GET TICKETS FEB 1, 2026 / SUNDAY@ 12:00 PM GET TICKETS Get ready for […]
$30 – $125 -
Lake Geneva Winterfest
Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United StatesJanuary 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]
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Mermaid Echo at Discovery World
Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMermaid Echo is back at Discovery World! Mermaid Echo connects kids with aquatic ecology in a creative way. Enjoy a spectacular performance! Watch Echo swim with underwater friends while you […]
$19 – $27 -
First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
$25 – $45 -
Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS at Waukesha Civic Theatre
Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, WaukeshaDisney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, […]
$15 -
Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJan 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 […]
$90 – $500 -
Forte Youth Productions: Shrek JR at The Saber Center for the Performing Arts (Franklin)
Saber Center for the Performing Arts 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI, United StatesFriday, January 30 - February 1 Shrek Jr. presented by Forte Youth Productions Saber Center for the Performing Arts, 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI 53132, USA, SC-Saber Center Events […]
$15 – $18 -
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. […]
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Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS at Waukesha Civic Theatre
Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, WaukeshaDisney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, […]
$15 -
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 -
The Lion King Jr at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United StatesLION KING JR. February 20 - March 1 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
$22
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