ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library
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
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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 Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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Storytime With Sue at Ruckus and Glee (Wauwatosa)
Ruckus & Glee 805 N. 68th Street, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesStory Time with Sue: Free family fun for the toddler set! Saturday, January 24, 10:30-11:15ish. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
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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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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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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesHorwitz-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 […]
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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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Kid Boogie Down’s KPop Dance Party
The Bavarian Bierhaus 700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI, United StatesCelebrate all things KPop at this fun filled dance party! DRESS UP as your favorite idol, dance and sing along to your favorite KPop tunes! Live music/video show by DJ […]
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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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KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 moreKIDS 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 […]
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JanBoree Dog Pull at Minooka Park
Minooka Park 1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha, United StatesCheck out an official Alaskan Malamute Club of Wisconsin Dog Pull. Watch an open competition of dogs pulling up to 3,000 pounds on a wheeled cart. No snow needed for […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesHorwitz-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 […]
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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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Snow Daze Festival (Kenosha)
Veterans Memorial Park 70 St & National Ave, West ALlis, WI, United StatesSnow Daze Festival When: January 24, 1 PM – 3 PM | Where: Downtown KenoshaRide the electric streetcar, ice skate, and marvel at ice sculptures downtown and in Veterans Memorial Park. […]
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Dinosaur Dimensions at South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center
South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center 901 15th Ave, South Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDinosaur Dimensions Featuring Professor Curt Courteous & Friends Saturday, January 24, 2026 2:00 and 5:00 PM Bring the whole family for a fun and educational show you’ll never forget! Dinosaur […]
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HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United StatesJan. 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 […]
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LEGO® League at MPL: Zablocki Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCome play, create, and compete using LEGO® bricks! Budding builders and expert architects alike are welcome. Bring or make a friend as we build together at LEGO® League! This is […]
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Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJan 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 […]
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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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JanBoree Candlelight Hike at Minooka Park
Minooka Park 1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha, United StatesEnjoy a self-guided hike on snow-packed trails (weather permitting) while taking in Minooka Park’s natural beauty. Well-behaved dogs welcome on a 6’ leash. No cost; free Minooka Park entry for […]
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Dinosaur Dimensions at South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center
South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center 901 15th Ave, South Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDinosaur Dimensions Featuring Professor Curt Courteous & Friends Saturday, January 24, 2026 2:00 and 5:00 PM Bring the whole family for a fun and educational show you’ll never forget! Dinosaur […]
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HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United StatesJan. 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 […]
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Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJan 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 […]
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Shorewood Winter Farmers Market at The Atrium
The Atrium 2107 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, United StatesTHE 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 […]
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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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Waukesha JanBoree
Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United StatesJANUARY 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 […]
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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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Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesDeck 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 […]
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Milwaukee Museum Days (at Over 30 Local Museums)
Downtown Milwaukee WIMuseum Days January 22 - February 1, 2026 When the winter chill sets in, Milwaukee turns up the wonder! From January 22 to February 1, 2026, Museum Days invites locals […]
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Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park MKE (Weather Permitting)
Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDecember through Early March 2026 (weather permitting): See website for updates Red Arrow Park 414.289.8791 | countyparks.com Ice skate in the heart of Downtown at the “Slice of Ice” rink […]
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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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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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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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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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KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 moreKIDS 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 […]
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Artist In Residence Cello Performance at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThis 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 […]
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First Stage’s Lovabye Dragon at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center’s Goodman Mainstage Hall
Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W. Walnut Street, WI, United StatesJANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 15, 2026 Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship […]
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Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJan 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 […]
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MSO’s Trailblazers: A Celebration of the American Spirit at the Bradley Symphony Center
Bradley Symphony Center 212 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin the MSO as we celebrate the American spirit during our nation’s 250th anniversary year! The courage, creativity, and innovation of American composers from Scott Joplin to Florence Price to […]
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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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Milwaukee Wave Game at UWM Panther Arena
UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena 400 West Kilbourn, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
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Sound Waves Winter Concert Series 2026 at Schlitz Audobon Nature Center
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WIBring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages and snacks available for purchase. Performances take place in […]
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HOLES at The Box Theatre Co (Oconomowoc)
Box Theatre Company W359 N5920 Brown St, Oconomowoc, United StatesJan. 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 […]
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Hamilton at Uihlein Hall Downtown MKE
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJan 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 […]
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Little Learners Play-Based Toddler Classes at The Little Villiage Play Cafe (Wauwatosa)
The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United StatesThese are 90-minute play-based classes for toddlers. Each session includes storytime, music and parachute play, along with hands-on sensory and craft stations. The class ends with open playtime, during which […]
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Milwaukee Museum Days (at Over 30 Local Museums)
Downtown Milwaukee WIMuseum Days January 22 - February 1, 2026 When the winter chill sets in, Milwaukee turns up the wonder! From January 22 to February 1, 2026, Museum Days invites locals […]
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Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park MKE (Weather Permitting)
Red Arrow Park 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDecember through Early March 2026 (weather permitting): See website for updates Red Arrow Park 414.289.8791 | countyparks.com Ice skate in the heart of Downtown at the “Slice of Ice” rink […]
Free – $11 -
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. […]
$19 – $25 -
KIDS MOVIE MAGIC Series at Local Marcus Theatres®
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States +4 moreKIDS 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 […]
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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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Yay Yasmin! Yay You! At MPL: Central Library DWN MKE
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesDiscover the Yasmin series by Saadia Faruqi and celebrate all the things that make Yasmin, Yasmin and make you, you! This program is a story-based activity session centered on the […]
Free
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