Milwaukee With Kids

Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park
2026-05-07 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Urban Ecology Center Washington Park, 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Thursdays from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Washington Park – NEW Location! 1859 N 40th St Milwaukee WI
Calling everyone for an unforgettable evening of laughter and friendly competition at Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more!
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.

Syrenka Children's Polish Folk Dance Ensemble Open Rehearsal (Ages 4-9) at St Agnes School Gym (Butler)
2026-05-07 18:00 - 19:00 | St Agnes School Gym, 12801 West Fairmount Ave., Butler, Wi, 53007
Join Milwaukee’s own Syrenka Children’s Polish Folk Dance Ensemble:
Learn Polish Folk Dancing, singing, games, and stories, legends and history.
Ages 4-9
We rehearse on Thursdays at 6pm at St. Agnes School Gym, located at 12801 W Fairmount Ave, Butler, WI 53007
No experience necessary.
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.

Family Fun at Oak Creek Public Library
2026-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Oak Creek Public Library, 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, 53154, United States
These programs are designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration not required. Find out more by visiting oakcreeklibrary.org/events or over the phone by calling 414-766-7900.
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.

Craft And Storytime at The Mequon Nature Preserve
2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Mequon Nature Preserve, 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI, 53097, United States
Mequon Nature Preserve has many family-friendly events throughout the year! These events are FREE to attend!
Craft And Storytime
One Friday a month at 10:00am, listen to a seasonally-themed book read by one of our staff members! Then take a short, guided hike and come back for a fun craft! All children must be accompanied by an adult. This program is geared towards those ages 2-9 years old, but all ages are welcome to attend. Click the date to register for 2026 dates! Please note, that registration will open up on the 1st of the month the month prior. (i.e. The February registration will be open on January 1.) ONLY SIGN UP EACH CHILD ATTENDING. Email Amanda with any questions.
2026: January 23, February 20, March 20, April 24, May 8, June 19, July 17, August 21, September 18, October 23, November 20, December 11.
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.

Animal Encounters at Discovery World
2026-05-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Discovery World, 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, 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 in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home and gain a better understanding of our friendly animals.
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.

MPM Greatest Hits: Rainforest & Butterflies at The Milwaukee Public Museum
2026-05-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
Rainforest & 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 showcase some of the planet’s most beautiful biodiversity—using recreated and real specimens.
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.

Now Showing at The Daniel Soref Theater and Planetarium
2026-05-08 10:30 - 16:10, 2026-05-09 10:30 - 16:10, 2026-05-10 10:30 - 16:10 | MPM Daniel M Soref Planetarium, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
NOW 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.
Wisconsin Stargazing

11:10 a.m.
Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa

12:10 p.m.
A to Z Astronomy!

12:50 p.m.
Ocean Odyssey

1:50 p.m.
Wisconsin Stargazing

2:30 p.m.
Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa

3:30 p.m.
A to Z Astronomy!

4:10 p.m.
Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon*

* Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon will also play on the last Friday night of the month at 6 & 7 p.m.
(Dates are January 30, February 27, March 27, April 24, & May 29)
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.

Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel MKE
2026-05-08 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 14:00 | The Pfister Hotel, 424 East Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53202, 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: 11 am – 2:00 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 details.

You Build It! At Center Street Library MKE
2026-05-08 15:30 - 17:30 | Milwaukee Public Library – Center Street, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53210, United States
Calling all architects! 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. Available materials include Magna-Tiles, LEGO bricks, blocks, and construction straws.
The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively on building projects. It is best suited for children who enjoy creative construction, along with families or friends who want to build together. The program is structured as drop-in, with participants free to arrive and leave during the scheduled time.
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.

Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
2026-05-08 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-09 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Hawthorn Glen Nature Center, 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, 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 change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.

Kids Night Out at the Wisconsin Humane Society (Milwaukee Campus)
2026-05-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Milwaukee Humane Society Milwaukee Campus, 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parents to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time at WHS. Themes and crafts are always changing so even if you’ve attended before, there will be something new to enjoy!
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.

Milwaukee Ballet's ALICE (In Wonderland)
2026-05-08 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-09 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-05-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Marcus Performing Arts Center, 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Fall down the rabbit hole into ALICE (in wonderland), a family-friendly adventure full of iconic characters and jaw-dropping dance, circus, theater, and puppetry. This vibrant delight promises something for all ages to enjoy! Find your tickets 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.

Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open at Discovery World
2026-05-09 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-10 09:00 - 15:30 | Discovery World, 500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Kohl’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 can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 minutes.

Included with General Admission
Last call at 3:15 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 details.

LEGO Club at The Brookfield Public Library
2026-05-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Brookfield Public Library, 1900 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005, United States
Free-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library’s challenge!
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 Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, 53045, United States
Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI

Free Family Art Workshops
*Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins please.

The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops!

Every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free of charge to the first 40 registered participants.
10:00am-Noon. Families can arrive anytime between 10:00am-11:30am. Projects usually take around 30 minutes to complete.
Projects will vary from month to month, but all will be the perfect opportunity for families to come together and create art.
*Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-in’s please.

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.

Story Time in the Galleries at Milwaukee Art Museum
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:00 | Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Every 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 the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you have seen and heard.
This event is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Admission for kids 12 and under is free. Tickets are available at the door or online.
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.

ABC Academy at MKE Central Downtown Library
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Milwaukee Central Library, 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, 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 new letter! Ages 4-6.
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.
