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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  • Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum

    Holiday 2025
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    $19 – $25
  • Dog Days at Lynden Sculpture Garden MKE

    Lynden Sculpture Garden

    Dog 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 Nov 28 2026. January 17, 2026 - 10:00am - 5:00pm February 21, 2026 - 10:00am - 5:00pm March 21, 2026 - 10:00am - 5:00pm April […]

    Free
  • ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library

    Milwaukee Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium: Special Waukesha JanBoree Schedule

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2026
    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    SPECIAL EVENT January 17 from 11am-2pm (shows begin every 45 min) - Waukesha JanBoree - “Aurora: Lights of Wonder” - 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
  • Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE

    2026 Pfister Milwaukee
    The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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: […]

    $40 – $70
  • JanBoree Wildlife Exploration at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)

    Winter 2026
    Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

    Set out on the trails in search of winter wildlife. This self-guided hike will include a map with key highlights and a scavenger hunt! Explore the nature trails on your own by hiking on foot or with free use of snowshoes if snow cover is adequate (first come, first served). Please note: Dates and times […]

    Free
  • KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®

    Marcus Movies 2026
    Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 more

    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 […]

    $3
  • MASTERing LEGO® at MPL: ML King Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    MASTERing LEGO® Saturday, January 17 from 1-3 pm ML King Library - 2901 N MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI Come meet and create with a LEGO MASTER. Challenge your creativity against yourself and friends. All ages welcome! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]

    Free
  • JanBoree Ice Skating at Naga-Waukee Ice Arena (Waukesha)

    Winter 2026
    Naga-waukee Ice Arena 2699 Golf Rd, Delafield, WI, United States

    Enjoy public skating as part of Waukesha JanBoree, offering families a fun and refreshing way to glide across the ice together. Spend time on the rink, savoring the classic winter […]

    Free
  • HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)

    Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United States

    Jan. 15 - 25, 2026 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI The story of Stanley Yelnats, who is wrongly convicted of theft and sent to the juvenile detention camp, Camp Green Lake, where boys are forced to dig holes in the desert, supposedly to build character. […]

    $22
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Milwaukee Wave Game at UWM Panther Arena

    2026 Milwaukee Wave
    UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena 400 West Kilbourn, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Enjoy a Milwaukee Wave Home Game at the UWM Panther Arena in Downtown Milwaukee! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

    $35 – $80
  • HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)

    Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United States

    Jan. 15 - 25, 2026 Fri. 7:00, Sat. 2:00 & 7:00, Sun. 4:00 The Box Theatre W359N5920 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI The story of Stanley Yelnats, who is wrongly convicted of theft and sent to the juvenile detention camp, Camp Green Lake, where boys are forced to dig holes in the desert, supposedly to build character. […]

    $22
  • Milwaukee Railroad Club’s Toy Train and Collectible Show at The New Berlin Ale House

    Milwaukee Lionel Railroad Club 2026
    New Berlin Ale House 16000 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin, WI, United States

    Toy Train and Collectible Show. Buy, Sell , and Trade Toy Trains and other Collectibles. New and Used . Our parts dealer has O gauge parts, mostly Lionel, post war and some pre war and some late model parts.Admission $4.00 Kids 12 and under Free with AdultEntrance on East side building off west Cleveland Ave […]

    $4
  • Shorewood Winter Farmers Market at The Atrium

    2026 Winter Farmer’s Market
    The Atrium 2107 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, United States

    THE ATRIUM 2107 E Capitol Dr Shorewood WI SUNDAYS I JAN 04 - FEB 22 | 9:00am - 1:00pm Sign up for our weekly emails and get the current list of vendors and weekly specials - shorewoodfarmersmarket.com Happy New Year! So much to let you know about! First, we are so excited to see everyone […]

    Free
  • West Allis Winter Week

    Winter 2026
    Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we channel our hygge and explore all the things that make winter in West Allis great! Participating Groups: Downtown West Allis Inc West Allis Historical Society […]

    Free
  • Waukesha JanBoree

    Winter 2026
    Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

    JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. 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
  • Animal Encounters at Discovery World

    Discovery World 2026
    Discovery World 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $19 – $27
  • Winterfest at Boerner Botanical Gardens

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 2026

    Winterfest 2026 - Sunday, January 18 from 10am-2pm Cure your cabin fever ~ FREE EVENT! Children's crafts and activities, activities with Wehr Nature Center and more! Guided Winter Walks will be held at 11:00 & 12:30pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

    Free
  • Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum

    Holiday 2025
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    $19 – $25
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE

    2026 Pfister Milwaukee
    The Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    $40 – $70
  • KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®

    Marcus Movies 2026
    Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 more

    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, […]

    $3
  • Nature Nauts: Tracks and Scat at Wehr Nature Center

    Wehr Nature Center 2026
    Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

    Tracks, droppings, homes, and feeding signs are all clues of our wild neighbors. Learn how to decipher wildlife signs and then, weather permitting, go exploring for signs of winter wildlife. NatureNauts will make their own winter track. A program for 4-6-year-olds with an adult. Fee: $12 per person; $10 for Milwaukee County residents; $7 for […]

    $12.00
  • Milwaukee Wave Game at UWM Panther Arena

    2026 Milwaukee Wave
    UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena 400 West Kilbourn, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Enjoy a Milwaukee Wave Home Game at the UWM Panther Arena in Downtown Milwaukee! 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.

    $35 – $80
  • Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE

    Hawthorn Glen MKE 2026
    Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • K- Pop Family Fun Day at Jewish Community Center

    Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay

    Hey young heroes! Jump into a K-pop-inspired adventure – dance to the beats, craft hero gear, sculpt clay creatures, and celebrate courage, friendship & teamwork. Costumes encouraged for extra fun! This event is open to members and the community.   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]

    $10 – $14
  • West Allis Winter Week

    Winter 2026
    Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we […]

    Free
  • Waukesha JanBoree

    Winter 2026
    Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

    JANUARY 16-25, 2026 Event information and updates posted here. 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
  • MLK National Day of Service at Congregation Shalom (Fox Point)

    Congregational Shalom 7630 N Santa Monica Blvd, Fox Point, United States

    MLK National Day of Service Monday, January 19 | 10-11:30 am Congregation Shalom – Fox Point  Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a kid-focused morning of […]

    Free
  • MLK Jr Day of Service at Bay Shore Lutheran Church

    MLK Day 2026
    Bay Shore Lutheran Church 1200 E Hampton Rd, Whitefish Bay, WI, United States

    The public is invited to join Bay Shore members in serving the community through the following volunteer activities. Sign up in advance and walk-ins are also welcome. Assembly of 1,500 sandwiches to be distributed by Just One More Ministry to homeless individuals throughout the Milwaukee community. Assembly of personal care kits to be distributed to […]

    Free
  • MLK Jr Day of Service at Bay Shore Lutheran Church (Whitefish Bay)

    MLK Day 2026
    Bay Shore Lutheran Church 1200 E Hampton Rd, Whitefish Bay, WI, United States

    Families are invited to sign up here in advance to join Bay Shore members in serving the community through the following volunteer activities: Assembly of 1,500 sandwiches to be distributed by Just One More Ministry to homeless individuals throughout the Milwaukee community. Assembly of personal care kits to be distributed to homeless individuals through the […]

    Free
  • MLK Day of Community at 414loral MKE

    MLK Day 2026
    414loral 1739 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Milwaukee, United States

    MLK Day of Community January 19, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM 414loral 1739 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive Milwaukee WI Join us for a creative, joy-filled […]

    Free
  • Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum

    Holiday 2025
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    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 […]

    $19 – $25
  • Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium

    Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium 2026
    MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    NOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through January 22, 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. The First Stargazers 12:50 p.m. Call of the Dolphins 1:50 p.m. Wisconsin […]

    $19 – $25
  • KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®

    Marcus Movies 2026
    Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 more

    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, […]

    $3
  • Artist In Residence Cello Performance at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

    Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 2026
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    This event features a live cello performance by the museum's current Artist in Residence. Attendees can listen to a set of solo music and learn about the instrument through the performance. The program is structured as a seated listening experience rather than a hands-on activity. It is appropriate for families, children, and adults who are […]

    $15
  • School’s Out Open Gym at Infinite Gymnastics

    Infinite Gymnastics 8989 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA

    No school? No problem! Join us for School’s Out Open Gym on January 19th. This is a great opportunity for kids to burn off energy, practice their skills, and have fun in a safe, supervised environment. Participants will have access to our gymnastics equipment for open play while coaches are present to supervise and ensure […]

    $12

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