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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2025 Market Season LATE SEASON Saturdays November 1st-15th from 9:00am to 12:00pm 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.
Maker Faire Saturday, November 8, 2025 & Sunday, November 9, 2025 9:00 am – 4:00 pm From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these “makers” to show hobbies, experiments, and projects. Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what […]
Come explore our newly renovated Visitor Center, now featuring ADA-compliant restrooms, an accessible entrance, refreshed community spaces, and exciting new classes. After your tour, enjoy complimentary access to our beautiful trails — no trail fee required! This event is free to attend. Donations are greatly appreciated! Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended. Please […]
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique in Shorewood on Saturday, November 8th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading the short story, "If You Find a Leaf" and doing a matching coloring activity to follow. This event is best-suited for ages 1-4 years. Hope to see you there! […]
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 […]
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
Join us for our annual raptor festival that celebrates these powerful hunters of the sky. This unique event is held throughout the Center and offers unforgettable encounters! You will meet our resident raptors up close – including owls, hawks, falcons, and eagles. You will learn about each species, including their lifestyle habits and habitats. Stations across the grounds will provide interactive and educational experiences […]
ABC Academy Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI 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! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
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, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
JCPenney hosts families for FREE craft events in the Kids Zone section of their stores on the second Saturday of every month. The crafts — things like stitched animal pillows, seasonal wind chimes, flower kits, and personalized pencil pouches — are designed for elementary school-aged kids, but really anyone can join in regardless of age. […]
AFTERNOON TEA WEDNESDAYS - SUNDAYS SEATING TIMES: 11 AM - 2 PM Enjoy a respite from the bustle of daily chores and briefly return to a gentler era. We have created an experience that will surely become a treasured memory for you and yours. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending, presented by a Pfister Tea […]
Saturday Family Fun Films Saturday, November 8 from 2-4 pm Zablocki Library - 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave. Milwaukee WI Cozy up with your crew and enjoy a free family film and snacks on select Saturdays this fall at Zablocki Branch Library! Titles subject to change based on availability through the Milwaukee Public Library subscription to […]
It's time to enter the multi-verse. The NINJA KIDZ are leaping out of your screens and into your city with Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities. The fate of the universe hangs in balance as imposters threaten to infiltrate a stage near you. Join for the first ever Ninja Kidz live action adventure filled with audience […]
Join us at Infinite Gymnastics for All Ages Open Gym on Saturdays from 4-5:30pm. RULES: Ages 6 & Under - Parents chaperone kids & remain within arm's reach. Parents are not allowed on the equipment. Ages 6+ Drop Off - Parents sign kids in and then leave. Yellow Trampolines: Only ONE person is allowed to jump at […]
Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children while you are enjoying yourself - kid free! Children will participate in a variety of age appropriate activities. $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Spots are limited! […]
Milwaukee Recreation is celebrating the sixth annual Mother & Son Superhero Night in 2025! This year's edition of the event will bring out the world's most courageous heroes for an evening of games, training activities, arts & crafts, and snacks. Fly, swing, or smash your way in for this event; it will be one you won’t want […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI 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.
Friday, November 7 – Sunday, November 9 at the Bradley Symphony Center 212 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI “There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home…” Click your ruby slippers together and come home to the Bradley Symphony Center to experience the fantastical story of Dorothy and her […]
“There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home…” Click your ruby slippers together and come home to the Bradley Symphony Center to experience the fantastical story of Dorothy and her unlikely friends as they journey together to the Emerald City. Get swept away by timeless melodies like “Somewhere […]
Candlelight Concerts in Milwaukee 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.
The Santa Experience with Christa Berg Photography Dates: Saturday, November 2, 2025 & Saturday, November 9, 2025 Location: Studio North, Milwaukee, WI Website: christaberg.com Instagram: @ChristaBergPhotography Experience holiday magic at The Santa Experience, a carefully curated seasonal event designed for families who want more than the traditional mall Santa photo. Your child(ren) will: Write a heartfelt letter to Santa Enjoy […]
Turkey Trails 5K & 10K Organizer: Bodies Race Company Date: November 9th Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI A fun Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag, chip-timing with live results and awards, free photos, and delicious treats […]
Maker Faire Saturday, November 8, 2025 & Sunday, November 9, 2025 9:00 am – 4:00 pm From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these “makers” to show hobbies, experiments, and projects. Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what […]
Family Day at Up-Down Milwaukee 615 E Brady St Milwaukee WIAdmission: FREE (arcade games are 25 cents or one token per play) We offer a monthly opportunity to bring the whole family to Up-Down Milwaukee on a Sunday each month from 10am to 2pm. Upcoming 2025 family hours: May 4th | June 1st | July […]
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
AFTERNOON TEA WEDNESDAYS - SUNDAYS SEATING TIMES: 11 AM - 2 PM Enjoy a respite from the bustle of daily chores and briefly return to a gentler era. We have created an experience that will surely become a treasured memory for you and yours. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending, presented by a Pfister Tea […]
Bring your friends, grab a craft soda or a cold Sprecher brew, and let your imagination run wild! What to Expect: LEGO® Autumn Building Competition: Build your best Autumn-inspired creation on-site for a chance to win prizes! Show off your creativity and brick skills. Family-Friendly Fun: Builders of all ages are welcome. Sprecher Favorites: […]
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.
Friday, November 7 – Sunday, November 9 at the Bradley Symphony Center 212 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI “There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home…” Click your ruby slippers together and come home to the Bradley Symphony Center to experience the fantastical story of Dorothy and her […]
Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These special playtimes include open-play and facilitated Programming. Advanced reservations are recommended. For more information, Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
July 24 - August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here. Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI 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.
We're kicking off the week with a hands-on activity with Ms Abby! In our Little Mondays program, we'll explore DIY activities that we'll build at the cafe and can be expanded upon at home. Parents and kids will each learn and practice fun ways to play together. With our open-ended activities, these programs are great […]
Health Literacy Kid's Clinic November 10-13, All day Washington Park Library - 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee WI Week-long drop-in program. Children and their caregivers are invited to grow their health literacy. From visiting the doctor to basic first aid, children thrive in new situations when they have important information skills developed around wellness. Drop in […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
Children & Families Series Celebrations Mondays & Tuesdays, 12-2 pm Washington Park Library - 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Find your new favorite book series by participating in art projects, science experiments, and imaginative play! From Easy Readers to chapter books, picture books to graphic novels, we'll focus the fun each week on a […]
H2GR0W July 14 & 21 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Learn how to grow food plants like lettuce and basil with no soil and no digging! Our hydroponic Fork Farms garden can grow plants with only water and light. Join us for h2gr0w programs every Monday at 1 p.m. to plant seeds, keep […]
We Are on Indigenous Land Monday, November 10 from 4-4:45 pm Central Library - 814 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee WI Inspired by the picture book I Am on Indigenous Land, let's learn about the Indigenous land we in Wisconsin call home and celebrate natural treasures around us by painting landscapes. Please note: Dates and times […]
Ninja Open Gym Ages 6+ (Including Adults!) Mondays 7:05-8:05 pm Fridays 6:00-7:00 pm Come practice in our dedicated Ninja Space at the 9650 Entrance. 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.
Health Literacy Kid's Clinic November 10-13, All day Washington Park Library - 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee WI Week-long drop-in program. Children and their caregivers are invited to grow their health literacy. From visiting the doctor to basic first aid, children thrive in new situations when they have important information skills developed around wellness. Drop in […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
WEE WONDERS Discover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. DATES/TIMES: Second Tuesday & Wednesday of the month* • 9:30–10:30 a.m. *October 2025 program falls on first Tuesday LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI) COST: $5 […]
Learn ways to stimulate your child’s learning and creativity through these fun, play based workshops. They provide great bonding time as parent/caregiver and child will participate together. All sessions are planned for the specific ages listed below. Facilitated by OFS Parents as Teachers staff. Registration closes 2 business days before each session so register early! […]
WEE WONDERSDiscover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. *****DATES/TIMES: Second Tuesday & Wednesday of the month* • 9:30–10:30 a.m.LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)COST: $5 per child per date (ages 2-4) […]
Ages 1.5 - 3 years. Siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.
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, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Children & Families Series Celebrations Mondays & Tuesdays, 12-2 pm Washington Park Library - 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Find your new favorite book series by participating in art projects, science experiments, and imaginative play! From Easy Readers to chapter books, picture books to graphic novels, we'll focus the fun each week on a […]
Shop Fresh and Local May - November The West Allis Farmers Market, located at 6501 W. National Ave., is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. We open […]
Health Literacy Kid's Clinic November 10-13, All day Washington Park Library - 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee WI Week-long drop-in program. Children and their caregivers are invited to grow their health literacy. From visiting the doctor to basic first aid, children thrive in new situations when they have important information skills developed around wellness. Drop in […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
WEE WONDERSDiscover nature in a fun, hands-on way! Wee Wonders is a monthly program for kids (ages 2-4) to explore, learn, and get curious about the world around them. *****DATES/TIMES: Second Tuesday & Wednesday of the month* • 9:30–10:30 a.m.LOCATION: Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)COST: $5 per child per date (ages 2-4) […]
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