Toddler Story Time
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 […]
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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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Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesSee more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
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Bilingual Storytime at The Mitchell Park Domes
December 31 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am BilingualStorytime at The Domes Bilingual Storytime at The Domes Mitchell Park Domes The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual […]
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Move & Groove @ the St. Francis Library
Ages 5 and under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
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Outdoor Classroom for Ages 4-12 at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Learn and discover in the great outdoors! This program offers guided, hands-on exploration that brings seasonal topics to life for children ages 4-12. *May 20, 2026 session is held at Muskego Park, Picnic Area 4 *June 10, 2026 session is held at Fox River Park, Family Picnic Area Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
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Preschool Obstacle Course
Bring your little ones to the Library to get out some wiggles and practice gross motor skills! This program is best suited for ages 1 – 5 with their caregiver.
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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 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: […]
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Milwaukee County Outdoor Pools, Splash Pads, & Wading Pools Open! Many Locations!
Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMilwaukee Area Splash Pads & Wading Pools (map linked here) Open June 18 to August 16 Free to the public, open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the air temperature is 72 degrees or above. Plan ahead by viewing the All Pools & Splash Open Status table to ensure your desired spot is operating for the […]
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School’s Out Sling & Slice at Slingshot Bar MKE (West Allis)
Slingshot Bar 6325 W National Ave, West Allis, United StatesEvery Wednesday June 17th-August 26th, Bars & Rec is giving families and kids an easy way to stay active and have fun with “School’s Out Sling & Slice.” For just $19.95 per person, from Noon-5pm, Sling & Slice includes: 60 minutes of slingshot fun on the Jungle Junkyard Range One hot slice of pizza (choice of cheese, pepperoni, […]
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Community Science: Dragonflies at Waukesha County Parks (Locations Vary)
Waukesha County Parks 515 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, United StatesJoin our knowledgeable staff for a hands-on experience that brings science to life! Learn how scientists observe wildlife, collect field data, and contribute to research – then help track dragonflies and damselflies in our invertebrate survey. Participants can earn eligible volunteer service hours while learning, exploring, and making a difference. No prior experience is needed. […]
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Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesDive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]
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DIY Dinosaur Eyes
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States<span...
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Midweek Makers at Zablocki Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesBuild, create and play at the Zablocki Library every Wednesday afternoon! This is an open-ended making and play time held in the library’s public space. Materials are available for hands-on activities such as building, crafting, and creative play, with an emphasis on exploration rather than instruction. The format is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to […]
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Middle School: Stone Mosaics
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesUse 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 […]
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Hot Ones
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesThink you can handle the heat or are you headed for extinction? Join us for a prehistoric twist on the "Hot Ones" challenge! We’re serving up dinosaur nuggets...
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Art Lab @ the St. Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesFor ages 6 - 11. Explore an artist or art style then create an art project based on that topic! Registration required. Register online, stop in, or call the library at 414-481-7323. Space will be limited. Located in the Hoppe Room, located in the lower level of the library. June: Cave Painting July: Texture Art
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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. 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 […]
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You Build It! At ML King Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King 310 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCalling all architects! Enjoy open building time with Magna-Tiles, LEGO Bricks, blocks, and construction straws. Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively […]
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Builders’ Club at MKE Central Downtown Library
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCome build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. 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.
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Milwaukee Kicker Soccer Club’s World Cup Watch Party at Uihlein Soccer Park
Uihlein Soccer Park 7101 W Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, United StatesReady for the World Cup? Join us at Uihlein Soccer Park for World Cup Watch Parties! We are bringing the global game to life with exciting giveaways, games, and food & drink specials. We will be hosting World Cup watch parties at Uihlein Soccer Park with giveaways, games, and food & drink specials. Grab your […]
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Read Aloud, Read Along! At Center Street Library
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRead aloud to or along with our children's librarian and enjoy fun phonics games and activities. This is a low-stress opportunity for kids to work on their reading skills. Held in the children's room. This is a guided reading session focused on building early literacy skills in a supportive environment. A librarian reads aloud while […]
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Nintendo Switch Day at The Mequon Public Library
Frank L. Weyenberg Library Of Mequon-Thiensville 11345 North Cedarburg Road, Mequon, United StatesDrop in, meet fellow players, and try out some multiplayer games on the library’s Nintendo Switch! For children in grades 3-6. Meets the last Wednesday of the month at 4:30 PM. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
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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 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
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Milwaukee Night Market
Downtown Milwaukee WIMilwaukee Night Market Wisconsin Avenue between 2nd Street and Vel R. Phillips Avenue June 24, July 22, August 19, September 16 The Milwaukee Night Market is a glorious once-a-month collision of all wonder things Milwaukee has to offer. From 5-10 p.m., the Night Market puts on a free, open-air market that offers a wide variety […]
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Family Flicks at Bayshore Mall
Bayshore Mall 5800 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, United StatesWednesdays June 10 – August 26, 2026 June 10 – WICKED for Good June 17 – The Lego Batman Movie June 24 - Gabby’s Dollhouse the Movie July 1 – How to Train Your Dragon July 8 - Encanto July 15 –The Bad Guys July 22 – The Princess Diaries July 29- Kung Fu Panda […]
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Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesDive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]
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Live at the Oasis at Richard E Maslowski Community Park (Glendale)
Richard E. Maslowsksi Glendale Community ParkJoin us for Glendale’s concert series, Live at the Oasis, where Richard E. Maslowski Park comes alive with free, live performances in a relaxed outdoor setting. Gather with friends, family, and neighbors to enjoy great music, fresh air, and the vibrant energy of summer evenings in Glendale. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, settle in, […]
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Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations
Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 22, 2026 (for kids ages 6-17). Due to federal regulations, all provided meals are served seated and must be consumed by youth at the playground. All playgrounds are operated as a “free drop-in” program. Though locations are […]
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Free Day at Wehr Nature Center (Franklin)
Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United StatesWehr Nature Center does not charge an admission fee, so on the "Free Day" (the last Thursday of the month), the parking fee is waived. Individuals, families, and friends may explore all the trails outside and discover all the exhibits inside the Visitor Center. On Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26), explore the outdoor natural communities, but […]
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Art in Nature (Ages 6-15) at Retzer Nature Center (Waukesha)
Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United StatesNature has some unique art to share with us; let's explore Retzer Nature Center to find inspiration! You'll craft, sketch, and paint the natural world around us. All supplies are provided. Ages 6-15 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
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2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesUnearth a Story! Join Oak Creek Public Library in reading over the summer. This all-ages Summer Reading Challenge runs Saturday, June 13 – Saturday, August 15. Upon registration, participants will have their name added to the window mural overlooking Drexel Town Square. After reading for 15 days, participants will receive a prize. Prizes will be […]
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Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United StatesSee more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
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Outdoor Storytime
Menomonee Falls Public Library W156N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesBring your chairs or blankets for storytime Library Park! Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5.
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Under The Sea 2-Day Sculpture Workshop at Studio B MKE (Ages 7+)
Studio B MKE 2478 N Murray Ave, Milwaukee, United StatesJoin us in making under the sea themed paper machine. Little artists with learn paper mache techniques for day one (18th). We’ll give the sculptures time to dry and on day two (25th) finish things up by adding paint and whatever else their imagination can think of! Ideal age 7+. 🗓️ June 18th & 25th […]
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Stroll with a Naturalist at Riveredge Nature Center (Saukville)
Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United StatesStroll our trails while enjoying carpets of colorful woodland flowers at their peak. Take a casual walk with a naturalist on the trails of Riveredge to listen and look for frogs on their mating grounds. The stroll will focus on other aspects of nature as well. This educational program will give you a better understanding […]
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City Workers Story Time: City Clerk
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesThis 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 […]
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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 not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
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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 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: […]
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Milwaukee County Outdoor Pools, Splash Pads, & Wading Pools Open! Many Locations!
Milwaukee Metro Area Milwaukee, WI, United StatesMilwaukee Area Splash Pads & Wading Pools (map linked here) Open June 18 to August 16 Free to the public, open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the air temperature is 72 degrees or above. Plan ahead by viewing the All Pools & Splash Open Status table to ensure your desired spot is operating for the […]
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Public Ice Skating at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United StatesGrab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, and make memories on the ice. Our Public Skate sessions welcome all ages and skill levels, everyone’s invited to join the fun! Please note: Dates […]
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Summerfest at Henry Maier Festival Park MKE
Henry Maier Festival Park 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSummerfest - located in downtown Milwaukee along Lake Michigan will take place over three consecutive weekends (Thursday-Saturday) from Noon to midnight, June 18-20, June 25-27, and July 2-4, 2026 at Henry Maier Festival Park. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
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MYSO Steel Band at Summerfest
Milwaukee Summerfest Grounds 200 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCelebrate the next generation of Milwaukee musicians at Summerfest! Join MYSO's talented Steel Band students as they bring energy, creativity, and outstanding musicianship to the Northwestern Mutual Community Park Stage. […]
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Family Fun: STEAM Makerspace with WIT4Girls
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesLet'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 in the community. Please wear something that can get messy! All ages and genders are welcome, though this program is designed for ages 4-11 with […]
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Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
Hoyt Park 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesDive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]
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Public Ice Skating at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)
Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United StatesGrab your skates and hit the ice at Eble Park Ice Arena during Public Skate! Ice skating is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends, stay active, and make memories on the ice. Our Public Skate sessions welcome all ages and skill levels, everyone’s invited to join the fun! Please note: Dates […]
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Switch Gaming @ the St. Francis Library
St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United StatesAges 7 & up Drop in anytime to play games on the Nintendo Switch! Library supplies the console and games. No registration required.
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Cathedral Square Market and Jazz In The Park MKE
Cathedral Square Park 520 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJazz in the Park, presented by Johnson Financial Group, is back with 12 nights of free live jazz every Thursday from June 4 through September 10 (excluding July 2, 9, and 16) in Cathedral Square Park, a 50% increase from 2025. This summer's lineup is rooted in the jazz tradition that has made this series […]
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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. 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 […]
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