Mom’s Night Out: Scrapbooking + Sips
The ultimate girls night is here! 🥂 Join us for a thoughtfully curated evening the Friday after Mother’s Day - a night to slow down, create, sip, and connect. Your […]
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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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2A Wine Merchants 577 E Erie St, Milwaukee, United States
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Milwaukee Milkmen Opening Weekend (Franklin)
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United StatesThe Milwaukee Milkmen are set to open the 2026 season at Franklin Field with a three-game Opening Weekend homestand packed with fireworks, theme nights, family entertainment, and affordable summer fun […]
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Disney’s Frozen at First Stage MKE’s Todd Wehr Theater
Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIn the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she […]
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Mutts Gone Nuts at the Saber Center for the Performing Arts (Franklin)
Saber Center for the Performing Arts 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI, United StatesSaber Center for the Performing Arts 8222 S. 51st. Franklin, WI 53132 414-817-3641 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
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The Neverending Story: Atreyu and the Great Quest at The Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (Ages 8+) (*Multiple Showtimes, See Info)
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesTHE NEVERENDING STORY: ATREYU AND THE GREAT QUEST ACADEMY PRODUCTION LAB **Multiple Showtimes: Check Here** Get ready for an epic escape into Fantastica! A classic tale takes the stage as […]
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Pippin at The Racine Theatre Guild
Racine Theatre Guild 2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, WI, United StatesRuns May 15 – May 31, 2026 There’s magic to do in one of Wicked creator Stephen Schwartz’s first musicals. A troupe of performers present, and sometimes manipulate, the story […]
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Spring Vintage Weekend at Road America (Plymouth)
Road America N7390 WI-67, PlymouthRacing’s glorious past comes to life as the Spring Vintage Weekend with SVRA returns to Road America. The season kick-off event will showcase all the sights and sounds from motorsport’s […]
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Baby’s First Book Club at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinBaby's First Book Club May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Waldorf-trained teacher Julie Demet leads our monthly book club designed for the littlest ‘readers’! We will have a […]
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Habitat Restoration Menomonee Park
Menomonee Park W220N7884 Town Line Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesJoin 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! […]
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Weekend Artventures at Cloud 9 Workshop (West MKE/Tosa)
Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWeekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore. Every […]
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Craft Saturday at The Brookfield Public Library
Brookfield Public Library 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, United StatesAges 3-12: Make a seasonal craft! While supplies last. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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Train Rides at The East Troy Electric Railroad
East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United StatesTake a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between […]
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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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The MKE Domes Spring Show Now Open – Bees!
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStep into a world of imagination— no travel required. Inside Milwaukee’s world tour under glass, children will journey through enchanted landscapes, complete a series of imaginative tasks, and uncover the […]
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Jurassic Journey at the Waukesha County Expo Center
Waukesha Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI, United StatesThe Adventure Begins Join us May 8-25, 2026 at the Waukesha County Expo Center Step into the Midwest’s largest animatronic dinosaur collection and wander through breathtaking prehistoric landscapes. From fossil […]
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Brown Deer Medallion Hunt 2026
Brown Deer Village Park 920 W Green Brook Dr, Brown Deer, WI, United StatesThe Brown Deer Community Foundation is excited to announce they are bringing back the medallion hunt for a third year, set to begin on Tuesday, May 12. Last year, thousands […]
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Celebrate Diversity at the Milwaukee Co Zoo
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesDiversity is nature’s greatest strength. It should be ours too. This unique event highlights nature’s diversity and focuses on increasing our connection to both nature and community. The fun includes […]
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Frogs, Toads and Salamanders, Oh My! At Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit
Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit N1765 Cty Rd G, Campbellsport, United StatesKettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit Frogs, toads, and salamanders abound in the Kettle Moraine. Learn about their unique life cycles and the species that call this area home. […]
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Urban Ecology In Bloom (flora and fauna inspired strolls)
Urban Ecology Center - Washington Park , United StatesStroll with our Land Management staff to observe ephemerals and spring blooming native plants. Learn about their identifying characteristics and ecological role within the landscape. Ecosystems and their community dynamics […]
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Saturday Fun Day at the Milwaukee Rep
Milwaukee Repertory Theater Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesPut 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 […]
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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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Girls Can Fly Day at The Hartford Municipal Airport
Hartford Municipal Airport 4200 Co Hwy U, 53027, Hartford, Wisconsin, United StatesJoin us for our 7th annual Girls Can Fly Day at the Hartford Municipal Airport hosted by the Women in Aviation- SE Wisconsin for Chapter. This is a free event […]
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KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesThe G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on […]
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Explore the Outdoors Expo
Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Explore the Outdoors Expo at Havenwoods State Forest MKE
Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Dog Days at Lynden Sculpture Garden MKE
Lynden Sculpture Garden 2145 BrownDog Days Repeats every month on the third Saturday until Mon Dec 21 2026 except Sat Jun 20 2026, Sat Nov 21 2026. Also includes Sat Jun 27 2026, Sat […]
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MPM Greatest Hits: Rainforest & Butterflies at The Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesRainforest & Butterflies: May 7-June 6, 2026 This Greatest Hit takes visitors to the tropics to celebrate two of MPM’s groundbreaking and immersive exhibits, Rainforest and Puelicher Butterfly Vivarium, which […]
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Milwaukee Auto Show at State Fair Park
Wisconsin State Fair Park 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI, United StatesThe 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 […]
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Storytime With Sue at Ruckus and Glee (Wauwatosa)
Ruckus & Glee 805 N. 68th Street, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesStorytime Sue is back! Sue, a retired kindergarten teacher and early childcare specialist turned expert storyteller is sure to please your toddler and preschooler with her stories and songs! See […]
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Story Time in the Galleries at Milwaukee Art Museum
Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEvery 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 […]
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ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library
Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStories 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 […]
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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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Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, WisconsinStory Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesMay Planetarium Programs Wednesday 5/6 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet Wednesday 5/13 at 11:00am - Galileo: The Power of the Telescope Wednesday 5/20 at 11:00am -The […]
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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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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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Big Truck Day at Red Arrow Park MKE DWN
Downtown Milwaukee WIMilwaukee's Annual Big Truck Round Up! Red Arrow Park | Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 11 AM - 2 PM Get up close with big trucks and equipment from DPW, […]
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Milwaukee Festival of Flowers at The Riverwalk Commons
Riverwalk Commons 423 North Water St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFestival of Flowers 💐 Saturday, May 16 | 11am–3pm | Riverwalk Commons Mark your calendars for the 2nd annual Festival of Flowers at Milwaukee Public Market. This free, can’t-miss celebration […]
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Shrek (25th Anniversary) at Marcus Area Theatres
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +3 moreWhen a green ogre named Shrek discovers his swamp has been 'swamped' with all sorts of fairytale creatures by the scheming Lord Farquaad, Shrek sets out with a very loud […]
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Gateway to Asia: Asian Culture Festival at Bayshore Mall (Glendale)
Bayshore Mall 5800 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, United StatesFree Asian culture festival! Live performances, food & workshops celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. May 16 · Bayshore WI · All ages welcome. Gateway to Asia — Asian Culture Festival featuring […]
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MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Wilson Park MKE 1301 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, United States +1 morePASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesMay Planetarium Programs Wednesday 5/6 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet Wednesday 5/13 at 11:00am - Galileo: The Power of the Telescope Wednesday 5/20 at 11:00am -The […]
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The Neverending Story: Atreyu and the Great Quest at The Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (Ages 8+) (*Multiple Showtimes, See Info)
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesTHE NEVERENDING STORY: ATREYU AND THE GREAT QUEST ACADEMY PRODUCTION LAB **Multiple Showtimes: Check Here** Get ready for an epic escape into Fantastica! A classic tale takes the stage as […]
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Shrek Kids: The Musical at Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset Playhouse School for the Arts students are proud to present SHREK The Musical KIDS. Our students in 2 – 5th grade will perform the greatest fairy tale never told. Please note: […]
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Community Science: Pollinators (Waukesha County Parks: Locations Vary, See Info)
Waukesha County Parks 515 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, United StatesTeam up with staff and fellow invertebrate enthusiasts for a lively field survey! Learn all about bumble bees while helping spot and identify these important pollinators. Make a difference, earn […]
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Disney’s Frozen at First Stage MKE’s Todd Wehr Theater
Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIn the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she […]
$34 – $60 -
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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Shrek (25 Anniversary) at The Oriental Theatre MKE
Oriental Theatre 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIt ain't easy bein' green -- especially if you're a likable (albeit smelly) ogre named Shrek. On a mission to retrieve a gorgeous princess from the clutches of a fire-breathing […]
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Shrek Kids: The Musical at Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset Playhouse School for the Arts students are proud to present SHREK The Musical KIDS. Our students in 2 – 5th grade will perform the greatest fairy tale never told. Please note: […]
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Milwaukee Milkmen Opening Weekend (Franklin)
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Drive, Frankin, WI, United StatesThe Milwaukee Milkmen are set to open the 2026 season at Franklin Field with a three-game Opening Weekend homestand packed with fireworks, theme nights, family entertainment, and affordable summer fun […]
$15 – $30
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