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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  • Meet the Author: Natasha Tarpley

    Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch 7715 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for a special visit with acclaimed children's author and poet, Natasha Tarpley, as she shares The Me I Choose to Be! The Me I Choose to Be celebrates […]

    Free

  • Milwaukee Auto Show

    The Milwaukee Auto Show returns in 2026 with a major update — moving from its traditional winter schedule to spring (May 14-17) and relocating to Wisconsin State Fair Park. The […]

    $15

  • Meet the Author: Natasha Tarpley

    Milwaukee Public Library - Washington Park 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for a special visit with acclaimed children's author and poet, Natasha Tarpley, as she shares The Me I Choose to Be! The Me I Choose to Be celebrates […]

    Free

  • Habitat Restoration Menomonee Park

    Menomonee Park W220N7884 Town Line Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]

    Free

  • Saturday Fun Day at the Milwaukee Rep

    Milwaukee Rep 2026
    Milwaukee Repertory Theater Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    Put on your detective hats and join us for a family-friendly morning of mystery and mayhem! This interactive day of games, puzzles, and theatrical fun invites kids and grown-ups alike […]

    $10 – $25

  • Explore the Outdoors Expo

    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us on Saturday, May 16 to develop your skills and build confidence in nature during the Explore the Outdoors Expo at Havenwoods State Forest. This event is open to […]

    Free

  • Big Truck Day at Red Arrow Park MKE DWN

    Downtown Milwaukee WI

    Milwaukee's Annual Big Truck Round Up!  Red Arrow Park | Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 11 AM - 2 PM Celebrate National Public Works Week with a fleet of the […]

    Free

  • Ukuladies Concert

    Charles Allis Art Musuem 1801 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    The Ukuladies are taking over the Allis! Delight in a family friendly musical gathering by 30 local women playing the ukuleles, including some banjos and mandolins. From Broadway classics to […]

    $15

  • Community Game Night and Touch-a-Truck in Cudahy

    Kosciuszko Elementary School 5252 S Kirkwood Ave, Cudahy, United States

    Join us in bringing everyone together for Community Game Night & Touch A Truck in Cudahy! This event is FREE and for all ages.   See, touch, and explore your […]

    Free

  • Dog, Dash, Discover 5k Run/Walk

    The Corners of Brookfield 20111 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Leash up and lace up for Discover Brookfield’s 2026 Dog, Dash, Discover 5K Run/Walk bringing dogs and their humans together for a morning of movement, community, and tail-wagging fun at The Corners […]

  • Tosa Farmers Market

    Tosa Farmers Market
    Wauwatosa Village 7735 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

    Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a […]

    Free

  • Kids Ultimate Frisbee Clinic // Milwaukee Monarchs

    Hart Park 1190 N 70th St,, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    Learn to play ultimate frisbee from the pros on the Milwaukee Monarchs!  This free clinic is intended for kids in elementary school.  Come practice the basics of throwing, catching, and […]

    Free

  • Tales by the Fire: Summer Kickoff

    HAWS Schallock Center for Animals W330 S1205 County Rd C, Delafield, WI, United States

    Join us as we kick off summer with a warm, adventure-filled evening at the HAWS Schallock Center for Animals! Tales by the Fire: Summer Kickoff is the perfect seasonal celebration […]

    $10.00
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    Villa Terrace’s Garden Opening

    Villa Terrace 2026
    Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    Garden Opening with Free Admission 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.

    Free

  • Habitat Restoration Fox River Park

    Fox River Park W264 S4500 River Rd, Waukesha, United States

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Dino Dig!

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils!   This […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Dino Dig! 2.0

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils!   This […]

    Free

  • Baby Story Time

    Baby Story Time
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early […]

    Free

  • Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild at Oak Creek Public Library

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild features educational content, puppetry, and audience interaction with realistic baby dinosaur puppets. The live show will be followed by a dino meet and greet! This program […]

    Free

  • Music and Movement

    Music and Movement
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 30-minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome).   Registration is not required. This Story Time will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. […]

    Free

  • Toddler Story Time

    Toddler Story Time
    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 20-minute Story Time followed is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes.   Registration is not required. Each session will […]

    Free

  • Middle School: Dinosaur Trinket Dish

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will […]

    Free

  • Habitat Restoration Fox Brook Park

    Fox Brook Park - Brookfield 2925 N Barker Rd, Brookfield

    Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]

    Free

  • Community Science: Butterflies

    Community Science: Butterflies
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Join our team and fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Pasta Paleontology

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Come join us as we create dinosaur skeletons using pasta for our Pasta Paleontology STEAM Lab.   This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Recyclosaurus

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Work together in groups to make a recycled dinosaur. We will display your masterpiece in the library after the program ends.   This program is for those in grades 3-6 […]

    Free

  • Magician Matthew Teague

    Cudahy Family Library 3500 Library Dr, Cudahy, WI, United States

    Enjoy a magic show for all ages!

    Free

  • Middle School: Stone Mosaics

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will […]

    Free

  • City Workers Story Time: City Clerk

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]

    Free

  • Family Fun: STEAM Makerspace with WIT4Girls

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans […]

    Free

  • Treat Trot Milwaukee

    Milwaukee County Sports Complex 6000 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, United States

    Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! […]

    $25.98

  • STEAM Lab: Flying Dinosaurs

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    It's rumored that dinosaurs evolved into modern-day birds. But which dinos ruled the prehistoric skies? Come find out at our STEAM Lab!   This program is for those in grades […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Ancient Sea Monsters

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    What giant sea creatures swam in the ocean's depths? Explore with us in this fun and adventurous lab!   This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take […]

    Free

  • Middle School: Desktop Message in a Bottle

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Create a miniature version of a message in a bottle to keep on your desk. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story […]

    Free

  • City Workers Story Time: Fire Department

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]

    Free

  • Family Fun: Patriotic Community Project Day

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Wild Weather

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Ever wonder what's inside of a thunderstorm or how a hurricane forms? Learn just how wild weather can be in this week's STEAM Lab. This program is for those in […]

    Free

  • STEAM Lab: Light-Up Treasure Map

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Learn about circuitry and electricity as we make our own treasure map that lights up! This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story […]

    Free

  • Middle School: Create Your Own Zine

    Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United States

    Ever wanted to create your own magazine? Now you can! Join us as we create our own publications. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place […]

    Free

  • Dinosaur Dimensions

    Cudahy Family Library 3500 Library Dr, Cudahy, WI, United States

    Experience an interactive dinosaur show with animatronic puppets! This show includes audience involvement and a meet-and-greet afterwards.

    Free

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