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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  • Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE

    Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2026 Hamilton Uihlein Hall – Marcus Center 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new […]

    $90 – $500
  • 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
  • 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 […]

    $3
  • Lake Geneva Winterfest

    Winter 2026
    Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United States

    January 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]

    Free
  • Broadway Skates MKE at Red Arrow Park

    Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    This event is an evening focused on ice skating and Milwaukee Theater. Activities to include face painting, giveaways, ice skating, and a Broadway performance by Ice Theater MKE. Free skate rentals are provided. The event centers on winter-themed activities and performances. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]

    Free
  • Arco at The Downer Theatre MKE

    Family Movies 2026
    Downer Theatre 2589 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, United States

    A magical and beautifully animated journey through time, ARCO is a dazzling adventure about a 10-year-old boy from a peaceful, distant future who accidentally travels back to the year 2075 and discovers […]

    $12 – $14
  • Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE

    Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2026 Hamilton Uihlein Hall – Marcus Center 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new […]

    $90 – $500
  • Child Care & Summer Camp Resource Fair at Oak Creek Public Library

    Oak Creek Library 2026
    Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United States

    Visit with different child care and summer camp providers to learn more about their offerings and programs at this exciting one-stop shop event! There will also be drawings for door prizes generously donated by the participating organizations.   This program is geared toward parents and families with children ages 0-12. It will take place in […]

    Free
  • Kids Ice Fishing Clinic at Select Milwaukee County Parks (See Enclosed Info)

    Wisconsin Outdoors 2026
    Greenfield Park 2028 S 124th St, West Allis, WI, United States +1 more

    Join the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Milwaukee County Parks and local fishing clubs for a free youth ice fishing clinic at select Milwaukee County Parks on Saturday, January 31 from 9 am to 2 pm. Ages: 15 and under  What To Expect: Hands-on instruction for youth ages 15 and under. Ice fishing basics, […]

    Free
  • All Scale Train Show at The MKE Domes

    The Mitchell Park Domes 2026
    The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    It's time for the annual Milwaukee Domes Train Show! Expanding into the lobby and Greenhouse 7 for the all-scale exhibit, this event includes displays of model trains of all gauges. […]

    $7 – $10
  • 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
  • Imagine Arts Academy: Creativity Lab at The Menomonee Falls Public Library

    Menomonee Falls Library 2026
    Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

    Drop by the Menomonee Falls Public Library for a special time for adults and kids to work together to create inspiring art featuring projects from the Imagine Arts Academy! Kids will tour multiple art booths and get to bring home their creations. The Imagine Arts Academy will be filming and taking photographs for promotional purposes. […]

    Free
  • Trains, Trains, Trains! At Ruckus and Glee (Wauwatosa)

    Ruckus and Glee 2026
    Ruckus & Glee 805 N. 68th Street, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    We've got oodles of trains and train track, and we're going to put it all out and let kids build and play to their hearts' content! Appropriate for kids 3+. FREE. Note that if the train area gets overly crowded, we may limit train time to give more kids an opportunity to play with the […]

    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 Show (Waukesha)

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2026
    Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United States

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Schedule Winter/Spring 2026 Purchase Tickets Here. Wednesday 1/7 at 11:00am - Two Small Pieces of Glass - $5.00/person  Wednesday 1/14 at 11:00am - Amazing Planet- $5.00/person  Wednesday 1/21 […]

    $5
  • 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 […]

    $3
  • Lake Geneva Winterfest

    Winter 2026
    Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva 201 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI, United States

    January 28 - February 1, 2026 Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva, WI * Free Admission * VISIT Lake Geneva and the City of Lake Geneva are proud to […]

    Free
  • Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium 2026
    Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United States

    Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Schedule Winter/Spring 2026 Purchase Tickets Here. Wednesday 1/7 at 11:00am - Two Small Pieces of Glass - $5.00/person  Wednesday 1/14 at 11:00am - Amazing Planet- $5.00/person  Wednesday 1/21 […]

    $5
  • Sunbeam Kids Project: Valentine Decoration Making for LindenGrove

    Waukesha Public Library 321 Wisconsin Ave., Waukehsa, WI, United States

    LindenGrove New Berlin provides a range of care for residents from rehab and skilled nursing to assisted living and memory care. We can make a difference to the residents in assisted living and memory care by making some seasonal decorations to brighten up the hallways. The residents will love knowing the decorations were made by […]

    Free
  • Animal Feeding at Havenwoods State Park MKE

    Havenwoods State Forest 2026
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch. This program offers a chance to observe live reptiles during their regular feeding routines. Staff provide brief explanations about the animals’ diets and behaviors while the feeding takes place. The activity is appropriate […]

    $15
  • Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE

    Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2026 Hamilton Uihlein Hall – Marcus Center 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new […]

    $90 – $500
  • Light the Hart at Hart Park Wauwatosa

    West Suburbs 2026
    Hart Park 1190 N 70th St,, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

    This is a free community winter walk along an illuminated path. The lighted walking path is available to explore throughout the evening. Attendees can stroll the path and view the […]

    Free

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