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
  • West Allis Winter Week

    Winter 2026
    Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we […]

    Free
  • Waukesha JanBoree

    Winter 2026
    Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

    JANUARY 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 […]

    Free
  • Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum

    Holiday 2025
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    Deck 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 […]

    $19 – $25
  • 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
  • ArtLab at MPL: Center Street Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Be a creator and bring your ideas to life every week at ArtLab! This is an open art program that provides space and materials for hands-on creative projects. Participants can […]

    Free
  • 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
  • West Allis Winter Week

    Winter 2026
    Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we […]

    Free
  • Waukesha JanBoree

    Winter 2026
    Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

    JANUARY 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 […]

    Free
  • Craft And Storytime at The Mequon Nature Preserve

    Mequon Nature Preserve
    Mequon Nature Preserve 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI, 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 […]

    Free
  • 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
  • Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum

    Holiday 2025
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    Deck 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 […]

    $19 – $25
  • 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
  • JanBoree Glow Skate at Eble Ice Arena (Brookfield)

    Winter 2026
    Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

    Bring your friends, family, and teammates for an exciting night of skating under our vibrant, colorful lights! Glow Skate is a fun and affordable activity for participants of all ages […]

    $5
  • 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
  • West Allis Winter Week

    Winter 2026
    Downtown West Allis Greenfield Ave. - 70th to 76th Street, West Allis, WI, United States

    IT'S TIME TO EMBRACE WINTER Downtown West Allis Inc and other community organizations are teaming up to bring you a week’s worth of fun, winter activities! Join us as we […]

    Free
  • Waukesha JanBoree

    Winter 2026
    Downtown Waukesha Waukesha, WI, United States

    JANUARY 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 […]

    Free
  • 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
  • JanBoree Ice Fishing at Minooka Park (Waukesha)

    Winter 2026
    Minooka Park 1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha, United States

    Join the Muskellunge Club of Wisconsin for a hands-on ice fishing clinic! All equipment and bait are provided, giving attendees a fun, low-pressure chance to try ice fishing and discover […]

    Free
  • Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum

    Holiday 2025
    Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

    Deck 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 […]

    $19 – $25
  • Deer District Prep Showcase at The Fiserv Forum

    Fiserv Forum 2026
    Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    2026 Deer District Prep Showcase - Saturday, January 24th from 10:00am - 9:00pm Fiserv Forum and Wisconsin Sports Network will host the second Deer District Prep Showcase on Saturday, Jan. […]

    $20
  • 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
  • Storytime With Sue at Ruckus and Glee (Wauwatosa)

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

    Story 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. […]

    Free

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