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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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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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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MKE REC’s Día Del Niño Celebration at South Division Twilight Center
South Division HS Twilight Center 1515 W. Lapham Blvd., Milwaukee, United StatesJoin Milwaukee Recreation at South Division Twilight Center for our Día del Niño Celebration! Our staff will lead a variety of games for young people in this general day of […]
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MKE REC’s Día Del Niño Celebration at South Division High School MKE
South Division HS Twilight Center 1515 W. Lapham Blvd., Milwaukee, United StatesJoin Milwaukee Recreation at South Division Twilight Center for our Día del Niño Celebration! From 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, our staff will lead a variety of games […]
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Final Streets Alive in Streets of Old Milwaukee at The MKE Public Museum
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesSTREETS ALIVE! Saturday, May 2, 2026 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Milwaukee's history comes to life as MPM docents in period wardrobe take to the beloved Streets of Old Milwaukee […]
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Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Show (Waukesha)
Horwitz - DeRemer Planetarium (Retzer Nature Center) S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukehsa, WI, United StatesMay Planetarium Programs Wednesday 5/6 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet Wednesday 5/13 at 11:00am - Galileo: The Power of the Telescope Wednesday 5/20 at 11:00am -The […]
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Raptor Saturday at Schlitz Audubon MKE
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WIHave you ever wondered what a year in the life of a raptor looks like? Wonder no more, as our live birds fly you through each season– from surviving freezing […]
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Totally Turtles at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center (North Shore)
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WIDiscover why turtles are totally terrific! Join Environmental Educators Joyce Michelstetter and Mimi Norman for a special meet and greet with our turtle ambassadors. We will also create a turtle […]
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Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFall 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 […]
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Disney’s Frozen at First Stage MKE’s Todd Wehr Theater
Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIn the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she […]
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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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The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at […]
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Sensory Friendly Session Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFamilies can enjoy the Museum experience in a calmer, quieter space during these special evening sessions on the first Saturday of every month from 5-7 p.m. These sessions provide access […]
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Mystery at The Milwaukee Public Museum: Family Edition
Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United StatesJoin us for another family version of our after-hours mystery caper! Mystery at MPM: Family Edition Gather your team and put your sleuthing skills to the test. Grab your magnifying […]
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The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at […]
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Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFall 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 […]
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Spring Candlelight Hike at Kohler-Andrae State Park
Kohler-Andrae State Park 1020 Beach Park Ln, SheboyganSpring is a great time to get outdoors at night to hear frogs, see stars, and take in the woodland scents. Gather your friends and listen to the Springtime night […]
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Hometown Half Marathon and 5K/10K – Featuring Kids Dash
Friends of Estabrook Park 4400 N Estabrook Pkwy, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRace Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! […]
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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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The MKE Domes Spring Show Now Open – Bees!
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStep into a world of imagination— no travel required. Inside Milwaukee’s world tour under glass, children will journey through enchanted landscapes, complete a series of imaginative tasks, and uncover the […]
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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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KFH Legacy Garden Railroad
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesThe G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on […]
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KFH Legacy Garden Railroad at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
Shady Lane Greenhouse W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, United StatesThe G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on […]
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Sunday Family Fun Day at Sky Zone Greenfield
Sky Zone Greenfield 4940 S 76th St,, Greenfield, United StatesElevate your Sunday Funday with your Family – Family, Fun, and Food Included! Family of 4 can now get 60 minute jumps, a large pizza, and a pitcher of soda […]
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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. […]
$19 – $25 -
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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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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MKE REC’s May Day Celebration at Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center
Hawthorn Glen Nature Center 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAll community members are invited to join Milwaukee Recreation at our second annual May Day Celebration at Hawthorn Glen! Celebrate spring by learning about plants that are native to the […]
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May Market at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WIEnjoy a vibrant spring marketplace featuring over a dozen local vendors! Browse high-quality and carefully crafted jewelry, pottery, paintings and prints, leather crafts, fiber arts, scented soaps and candles, delicious fudge, and more. Whether you’re shopping for Mother’s Day, Teacher […]
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Games on Sundays at Tippecanoe Library
Tippecanoe Library 3912 S. Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLooking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
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Milwaukee Ballet’s ALICE (In Wonderland)
Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFall 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 […]
$40 – $145 -
Disney’s Frozen at First Stage MKE’s Todd Wehr Theater
Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIn the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she […]
$34 – $60 -
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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Parent-Child Glowga: Glow-in-the-Dark Movement at The Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC (North Shore MKE)
Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish BayPARENT-CHILD GLOWGA: GLOW-IN-THE-DARK MOVEMENT | SPRING 2026Glowga blends glow-in-the-dark movement, mindfulness, and family fun. This parent-child experience is cozy, energizing, and designed to strengthen connection while building body awareness and […]
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The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at […]
$12 – $15 -
The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery at Sunset Playhouse School of the Arts (Elm Grove)
Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United StatesSunset Playhouse School for the Arts Students in 7 – 12th grade are proud to present The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery by Brian D. Taylor. The players at […]
$12 – $15 -
The MKE Domes Spring Show Now Open – Bees!
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStep into a world of imagination— no travel required. Inside Milwaukee’s world tour under glass, children will journey through enchanted landscapes, complete a series of imaginative tasks, and uncover the […]
$15 – $30 -
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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Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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Messy Mondays at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum MKE
Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States11 A.M. & 1 P.M. MONDAYS A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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May the 4th Be With You at Mitchell Street Library MKE
Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCome dressed as your favorite galactic character or come as you are to celebrate Star Wars and its 50th Anniversary! Become a Jedi, make your own lightsaber, and make Yoda […]
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Follow the Drum! At MPL Central Library DWN MKE
Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us to celebrate International Drum Month with a reading of "Pokko and the Drum" by Matthew Forsythe and an opportunity to make your very own drum! Please note: Dates […]
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STEAM Labs at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesWork as a team to create, experiment and learn through hands-on activities. This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration […]
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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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STEM Night Programs at the MSOE STEM Center MKE (3rd – 8th Grade)
MSOE STEM Center 1444 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WIFor 3rd - 8th Grade Students STEM Night Programs 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Multiple Dates STEM night programs are 1.5 hour hands-on learning opportunities for students to design, build […]
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Music and Movement at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesThis 30-minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration is not required. This Story Time will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. […]
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The MKE Domes Spring Show Now Open – Bees!
The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStep into a world of imagination— no travel required. Inside Milwaukee’s world tour under glass, children will journey through enchanted landscapes, complete a series of imaginative tasks, and uncover the […]
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Baby Story Time at Oak Creek Public Library
Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, United StatesThis 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early […]
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