Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar โ 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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Santa's Christmas Cavalcade in partnership with Milwaukee Downtown Saturday, Dec. 6 and Friday, Dec. 12, 2025 Departs at 5:15 PM from Milwaukee Public Market See Santa and Mrs. Claus on this festive route riding atop a vintage fire truck. Route departs from the Milwaukee Public Market's Water Street entrance at 5:00 PM and travels throughout […]
Experience the magic of the holidays! Each December, the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center partners with local businesses and nonprofits to transform Zeunert Park in Cedarburg into a glowing drive-thru winter wonderland. Families can wind through the park and take in dazzling light displays, festive music, and plenty of holiday cheer. Keep an eye out for Santa […]
Drive into the magic of the Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show, a radiant journey filled with hundreds of dazzling, larger-than-life holiday displays that sparkle with festive wonder. From the comfort of a cozy car, sip a favorite drink, snack on treats, and let the synchronized lights dance in harmony with holiday tunes. […]
November 22 - January 31* *Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25) *Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm November 24 - December 11 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to 9pm Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm December 12 - December 20 Sunday - Thursday: 5pm to […]
The Ingleside Hotel If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This! Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsinโs most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event! 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.
JUMP ON THE JINGLE BUS JINGLE BUS TOURS *WEATHER PERMITTING* DECEMBER 5 โ DECEMBER 28 FRI โ SUN | 5PM TO 9PM TOURS DEPART FROM THE NEW WARMING HOUSE AT RED ARROW PARK Ooh and ahh at the winter wonderland scenes scattered throughout Downtown Milwaukee by hopping on the Jingle Bus, powered by KB […]
You're invited to our Winter Formal on Friday, December 12th from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, as we step into a magical Winter Wonderland! Get ready for music, milestone photos, laughter, and unforgettable memories! Dressing up is completely optionalโcome as you are and ready to dance, connect, and enjoy the evening! The night begins with Red […]
November 21 - December 31 / 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (admission gates close at 8:15 p.m.) Dec. 3-31; except closed Dec 8-9, 15-16, 24-25 Wild Lights and frosty nights! Experience the magic of the Zoo after dark, walking through hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights throughout the forest and pathways. Enjoy an enchanted evening […]
Have a holly, jolly time with Santa at the Y! Gather your friends and family to enjoy holiday crafts, games, cookies, and gingerbread house decorating. Santa Claus will also be on hand, so remember to bring your camera. $20/family, free for members. Only one registration per household required. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing […]
Have a holly, jolly time with Santa at the Y! Gather your friends and family to enjoy holiday crafts, games, cookies, and gingerbread house decorating. Santa Claus will also be on hand, so remember to bring your camera. FREE for members, $20 for non-members. Price is per family, not per person. Only one registration per […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI 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.
Public Ice Skating! Check The Website for additional times. 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.
Black Arts MKEโs Black Nativity December 12 โ 14 Black Nativity by Langston Hughes returns for its 10th Annual Holiday Musical Production, December 11-14, 2025, at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center. Event dates December 12 - December 14 Friday, December 12 @ 7:30pm Saturday. December 13 @ 2:00pm Saturday, December 13 @ 7:30pm […]
Dr. Seussโ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical running November 25 - 30 THE GRINCH broke box office records for two consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theatres in New York. Since then, more than 2.1 million theatre-goers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming […]
Milwaukeeโs favorite holiday tradition For decades Wisconsinites have enjoyed A Christmas Carol as their favorite holiday tradition. Now join us as we celebrate our 50th Anniversary production of this Dickensโ classic. Experience the magic of this beloved tale as Ebenezer Scroogeโs heartwarming transformation inspires holiday cheer with the timeless message of peace, hope and joy. With beautiful music, lively dancing, stunning sets […]
Milwaukee Balletโs The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyerโs Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! After two whimsical years of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, journey into the Imaginarium to experience the wonders of the holidays once again. Find your tickets here! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
November 14 - December 28, 2025 Get ready for a vibrant holiday treat! Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webberโs Joseph and the Amazing Technicolorยฎ Dreamcoat is a dazzling, family-fun musical adventure. Follow biblical superstar Joseph, blessed with prophetic dreams, through his trials, tribulations, and triumphs, after his jealous brothers sell him into slavery. From outcast […]
Explore gorgeous clouds that give birth to stars. In this live, interactive show, witness the birth and death of stars and the breathtaking beauty of these interstellar clouds. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky followed by the opportunity to ask questions., This event is open to the public. Not […]
A wholesome, All-American town is turned upside-down, when "gremlins"--some impish little creatures--are accidentally unleashed and wreck havoc. 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.
Breakfast with Santa at Old World Wisconsinโs Home for the Holidays (Eagle, WI) ๐ Dates: December 6โ7 & 13โ14, 2025 (Breakfast 8โ10 a.m., Home for the Holidays 10 a.m.โ3 p.m.)๐ Location: Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle, WI After a 10-year break, Breakfast with Santa is back at Old World Wisconsin this December! Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast, meet Santa, and […]
Breakfast with Santa at Christmas Carnival of Lights ๐8425 HWY 38 Caledonia, WI 53108๐ Select Saturdays and Sundays in December: December 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, & 21st Enjoy a magical morning with Santa on select Saturdays and Sundays in December! This 60-minute experience includes breakfast, a meet-and-greet with Santa and storybook characters, donut decorating, […]
Back by popular demand! Our Breakfast with Santa is a holiday experience that creates lifelong memories. Start a new tradition or continue one with a jolly breakfast collection with Santa and his elves in The Pfister's newly-renovated Grand Ballroom. We will have chefs griddling up pancakes with all the fixings, along with everyone's traditional breakfast […]
Brunch with Santa & Bo Vine at Luxe Golf Bays ๐7065 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin๐ Multiple Saturdays & Sundays โ 9am / 11am Seatings Enjoy a festive brunch buffet, visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Bo Vine (the mascot of the Milwaukee Milkmen!), a complimentary family photo, and fun holiday activity stations for kids. ๐ […]
Milwaukee County Parks Breakfast with Santa ๐Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center 1531 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI 53205๐Kosciuszko Community Center 2201 S 7th St #205, Milwaukee, WI 53215๐ Saturday, December 13, 2025 Milwaukee County Parks hosts two festive Breakfast with Santa events at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center and Kosciuszko Community Center. […]
This festive community event invites young creators ages 6โ16 to launch their very own mini-business for a day. From branding and product creation to setting up their booth and selling to real customers, kids will gain hands-on experience, build confidence, and have a blast showcasing their hard work. Plus:โข Santa will be onsite for […]
Seating Times: 9 - 10:30 AM & 11:30 AM - 1 PM Start a new holiday tradition at Saint Kate's Brunch with Santa and create lifelong memories! Guests will have the opportunity to experience a plentiful brunch in Saint Kate's festive ballroom and visit with the jolly man himself. We will have chefs in the […]
Christmas Trains November 28, 29, 30, December 5, 6-7, 12, 13-14, 19, 20-21 9a | 10:30a | Noon | 1:30p | 3p* โ*No 3pm trains on December 6, 7, 14, 21. Santa's Special Evening Trains Fridays: Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19 Saturdays: Nov. 29, Dec. 13, 20 Wednesdays: Dec. 3, 10, 17 Departure: 5:00 […]
Christmas at the Zoo is a daytime event that's open daily from November 23rd through December 31st. Walk or drive through in the comfort of your own car, relax, and enjoy the wildlife along with the unique holiday displays and decorations. The drive-through experience takes approximately one hour. After your journey through the zoo, enjoy […]
November 22, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Show Dome Theme: Holiday Show Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday-Sunday: 9am-4pm Closed: Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day 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.
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santaโs Mailbox November 10 โ December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a childโs letter to Santa in Santaโs Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
Breakfast with Santa in Greenfield ๐Greenfield Community Center, 7215 W. Cold Spring Road, Greenfield, WI 53220 Breakfast with Santa December 13, 2025 from 9:30 AMโ-โ11:30 AM Enjoy a pancake breakfast, a holiday story, live entertainment, and a visit from the jolly guy himself! Tickets available ONLY at Parks & Rec office (M-F 8AM-5PM). On sale […]
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 please. The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops! Every 2nd Saturday of the month. Free of charge to […]
Celebrate the season with a festive morning of games, hands-on activities, and holiday cheer for all ages. Meet Ebenezer Scrooge and more from A Christmas Carol, enjoy storytelling, explore holiday crafts, and get a sneak peek at upcoming youth classes and camps. Itโs a fun way for families to connect, create, and share in the […]
Breakfast with Santa at Mallards Bayshore ๐5689 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, WI 53217๐ Saturday, December 13, 2025 Bring the whole family to Mallards Bayshore (5689 N. Bayshore Drive, Glendale, WI 53217) for a festive breakfast with Santa! From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet and get a chance to meet Santa […]
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. Join Us for a FREE Holiday Celebration! Event Highlights: Christmas Classic Sing-Along Festive Treats & Crafts Sensory-Friendly Activities Got Talent Show - Show off your unique talent! And much more! Help us plan for enough […]
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6โฒ x 24โฒ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
The historic and magical Kooky Cookie House has its new and permanent location at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls. Kids of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to walk thru the functioning cookie factory. From those who have treasured memories of days gone by to those little ones who will get the chance to […]
Get Into the Spirit of the Season! Holly Jolly Jubilee Dates for 2025 Saturdays: December 6th, 13th, & 20th Sundays: December 7th, 14th, & 21st Join us for a heartwarming holiday tradition filled with laughter, magic, and memories that will last a lifetime. Apple Hollerโs Holly Jolly Jubilee is a fun, family-friendly experience that celebrates everything […]
Step into a European-inspired Christkindl Market Village market full of artisan vendors, warm drinks, handmade goods, cozy holiday vibes, and a Kinder Korner for the little ones! Families will enjoy professional portraits inside Santa's Workshop, live reindeer, princess meet and greet with Elsa and Anna, and warm hot chocolate for a sweet treat. Also experience […]
Itโs going to be a very Grinchmas Christmas in downtown Grafton, and youโre invited to join the merry mischief! From 10AMโ4PM, bop around to your favorite participating businesses as they transform into festive, Grinch-themed wonderlands filled with holiday drinks, fun collaborations, exclusive promos, and cheerful activities. Then from 11AMโ2PM, keep your eyes peeled […]
HANDMADE HOLIDAYS AT THE H-D MUSEUM DECEMBER 6, 13 & 20, 10AMโ4PM Harley-Davidson Museum 400 West Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI 53201 Get ready to rev up your holiday spirit with three Saturdays of festive, family-friendly fun at the Harley-Davidson Museum! Each Saturday features hands-on activities that let kids (and kids at heart) create, explore, and […]
Deck 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 of the holiday season inside two of MPM's most beloved exhibits, Streets of Old Milwaukee and European Village, where the walkthrough turn-of-the-century streetscapes have been transformed […]
๐ Step into a winter wonderland at the Milwaukee Public Market, where talented students from the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Bakery Program present a dazzling display of gingerbread houses! These intricate and imaginative creations, crafted with care and expertise, bring holiday cheer to life through the artistry of MATCโs culinary students. Visitors of all […]
ABC Academy Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI 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! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Breakfast with Santa at North Shore Boulangerie ๐4401 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood, WI 53211๐ December 13 & 20 2025 Treat your family to a magical morning at North Shore Boulangerie, featuring a visit from Santa himself! Enjoy a festive prix fixe lunch surrounded by the bakeryโs stunning gingerbread village display. For more information, visit This […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
JCPenney hosts families for FREE craft events in the Kids Zone section of their stores on the second Saturday of every month. The crafts โ things like stitched animal pillows, seasonal wind chimes, flower kits, and personalized pencil pouches โ are designed for elementary school-aged kids, but really anyone can join in regardless of age. […]
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Brunch With Santa at Little Sprouts Play Cafรฉ ๐4606 N. Wilson Dr., Shorewood, WIโ 53211๐ Saturday, December 13, 2025 and Sunday, December 14, 2025 ๐ ๐ Brunch with Santa: A Magical Playdate! ๐ฅโจ Get ready for an extra dose of holiday cheer! Santa Claus is coming to town brunch! We're continuing our annual tradition of celebrating with […]
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