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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Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Illuminated Hike Stroll along our gently lit trails with family and friends. Begin by decorating your own paper lantern and […]
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. […]
Show Dates: February 12 th -February 16th Step inside the magical adventures of Disney's Frozen and Encanto as they are brought to life like never at Disney On Ice! Dazzling […]
Disney's Frozen Jr - SLI OASD | Silver Lake Intermediate Musical | 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, February 12-14 and 2 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2026 Disney's Frozen JR., based on […]
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 […]
Milwaukee Art Museum Make big things small and small things big with us during February’s Play Date with Art! Experience creativity on a new scale and learn about artists like […]
Engage your children’s creativity and compassion by creating Easter cards for grandfriends where Kids Impact Community host intergenerational play groups. Kids Impact Community is partnering with Park Pals for an […]
December 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 […]
Join us for the NARI Milwaukee Spring Home & Remodeling Show at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Expo Center! Meet more than 150 home improvement and remodeling experts in person […]
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 […]
Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. […]
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. […]
Girls volleyball tournament for classes in 17/18 Premier, 15 Girls, 14 Girls and 17 Girls, 16 Girls, 13 Girls, 12 Girls. This event is a competitive girls volleyball tournament featuring […]
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 […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides […]
Experience a Wild Winter Night at Retzer Nature Center! Explore the Planetarium, stroll through our candlelit Discovery Trail, stargaze with our telescopes (cloud cover permitting), and try out snowshoes (snow […]
Show Dates: February 12 th -February 16th Step inside the magical adventures of Disney's Frozen and Encanto as they are brought to life like never at Disney On Ice! Dazzling […]
Disney's Frozen Jr - SLI OASD | Silver Lake Intermediate Musical | 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, February 12-14 and 2 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2026 Disney's Frozen JR., based on […]
Enjoy an informal guided birding walk, spotting and identifying birds as we go. Mostly flat terrain with less than 1 mile of hiking. Dress for the weather and bring your […]
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 […]
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 […]
We would L-O-V-E it if you came to celebrate Valentine's Day with a special round of Family Bingo at the Menomonee Falls Public Library. This event is best suited for […]
Early Adventurers - Winter Wonders You and your child can discover the natural world in your neighborhood together! Expand the curiosity of your young learner and join alongside them to […]
Free-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library's challenge! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins […]
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 […]
The Kid Boogie Down returns to the Harborfront for an all inclusive, dance party for the kids! Celebrate all things KPop at this fun filled dance party! DRESS UP as […]
The Kid Boogie Down brings its family friendly fun to The Cooperage! Founded in Milwaukee in January 2017, Kid Boogie Down began as a full sensory family-friendly dance party experience. […]
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 […]
Join us for the NARI Milwaukee Spring Home & Remodeling Show at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Expo Center! Meet more than 150 home improvement and remodeling experts in person […]
December 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 […]
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 […]
Show Dates: February 12 th -February 16th Step inside the magical adventures of Disney's Frozen and Encanto as they are brought to life like never at Disney On Ice! Dazzling […]
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. […]
February Planetarium Programs Wednesday 2/4 at 11:00am - Worlds of Curiosity- $5.00/person Wednesday 2/11 at 11:00am - Flight Adventures - $5.00/person Wednesday 2/18 at 11:00am - Stargazers of Africa - […]
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. […]
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 […]
This is a meet-and-greet event featuring adoptable dogs. Activities include interactions with dogs, receiving puppy kisses at a "puppy kissing booth," and learning about adoption opportunities. The event is family-friendly […]
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 […]
THE FINALE: ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS Saturday, February 14, 2026 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. We're paying one final tribute to MPM's iconic exhibit Crossroads of Civilizations. During the closeout celebration of […]
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 […]
February Planetarium Programs Wednesday 2/4 at 11:00am - Worlds of Curiosity- $5.00/person Wednesday 2/11 at 11:00am - Flight Adventures - $5.00/person Wednesday 2/18 at 11:00am - Stargazers of Africa - […]
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 […]
Toadally Lovable: Valentines with our Animal Ambassadors Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Share the love with our cold-blooded critters! Environmental Educator Laine Cotteleer will introduce […]
Disney's Frozen Jr - SLI OASD | Silver Lake Intermediate Musical | 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, February 12-14 and 2 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2026 Disney's Frozen JR., based on […]
Show Dates: February 12 th -February 16th Step inside the magical adventures of Disney's Frozen and Encanto as they are brought to life like never at Disney On Ice! Dazzling […]
Join new studio space Children's Art Classes in Menomonee Falls for a fun afternoon of clay building and sweet treats! Event is suitable for ages 3 - 17 years of […]
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