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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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 PM. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
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 […]
A Blizzard of Thanks for Healthcare Heroes with Kids Impact Community It is cold and flu season, which means our community’s healthcare workers are working extra hard to keep us all healthy. This year, let’s turn that blizzard of germs into a blizzard of gratitude for the doctors, nurses and medical staff who care for […]
This is a Music Together class, a research-based early childhood music and movement program. The class is for children from birth to age 8 and the adults who care for […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
January 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 […]
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. […]
Disney’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, […]
Darci Lynne & Friends: Up Close & Personal Pabst Theater Group January 29, 2026 at 7:30pm Actor, singer, and ventriloquist Darci Lynne was 12 years old when she paired her love of music and captivated audiences across the country on NBC’s America’s Got Talent. She became one of the youngest winners in the show’s history—and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
January 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
This event is an evening focused on ice skating and Milwaukee Theater. Activities to include face painting, giveaways, ice skating, and a Broadway performance by Ice Theater MKE. Free skate rentals are provided. The event centers on winter-themed activities and performances. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
JANUARY 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 […]
Disney’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, […]
Friday, 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 […]
A 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 […]
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 […]
Visit with different child care and summer camp providers to learn more about their offerings and programs at this exciting one-stop shop event! There will also be drawings for door prizes generously donated by the participating organizations. This program is geared toward parents and families with children ages 0-12. It will take place in […]
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 […]
Join the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Milwaukee County Parks and local fishing clubs for a free youth ice fishing clinic at select Milwaukee County Parks on Saturday, January 31 from 9 am to 2 pm. Ages: 15 and under What To Expect: Hands-on instruction for youth ages 15 and under. Ice fishing basics, […]
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 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. […]
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 in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home and gain a better understanding of our friendly […]
Drop by the Menomonee Falls Public Library for a special time for adults and kids to work together to create inspiring art featuring projects from the Imagine Arts Academy! Kids will tour multiple art booths and get to bring home their creations. The Imagine Arts Academy will be filming and taking photographs for promotional purposes. […]
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 […]
Winter Carnival at the Lynden Sculpture Garden When: Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10 AM-4 PM | Where: 2145 W. Brown Deer Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53217 Lynden welcomes winter with a day of outdoor art-making, scavenger hunts, tree-walks, workshops, and whatever other winter activities the weather permits – ice skating, painting the pond, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and […]
We've got oodles of trains and train track, and we're going to put it all out and let kids build and play to their hearts' content! Appropriate for kids 3+. FREE. Note that if the train area gets overly crowded, we may limit train time to give more kids an opportunity to play with the […]
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 […]
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 the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you […]
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 new letter! Ages 4-6. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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. Wisconsin Stargazing 11:10 a.m. Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa 12:10 p.m. A to Z Astronomy! 12:50 p.m. Ocean Odyssey 1:50 p.m. Wisconsin Stargazing […]
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. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Horwitz-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 at 11:00am - Cleopatra’s Universe - $5.00/person Wednesday 1/28 at 11:00am - Satelix - $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 1/3, 1/10, 1/24, 1/31 at 11:00am - Defying […]
JANUARY 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 between a lonely girl and an even lonelier dragon. Together they embark on a grand adventure to the farthest far away only to face their […]
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 a Pfister Tea Butler, while learning about the tea. The Afternoon Tea menu is complete with fresh scones, sandwiches, and pastries. Wednesdays - Sundays, Seating Times: […]
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 Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location! THE SERIES LINEUP: "How to Train Your Dragon" - Jan. 9, 10, 11: Tickets "A Minecraft Movie" - Jan. 16, 17, 18, 19: Tickets "Migration" - Jan. 23, 24, […]
JAN 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 the event that will change everything you thought you knew about freestyle - Monster Jam Freestyle Mania! For the first time ever in Milwaukee, where […]
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