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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The Milwaukee Festival Brass will conclude its 41st Season with a concert entitled “American Celebration.” “With our country preparing to celebrate its 250th anniversary, it only seemed fitting to mark […]
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 […]
Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore. Every […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Tre Rivali with a sunlit, Mediterranean-inspired brunch in the heart of the Third Ward—featuring wood-fired favorites and seasonal dishes, all designed so she can simply sit […]
Make Mother’s Day in Milwaukee a grand event! Create exceptional memories with the ones you love as you enjoy a sensational brunch in The Pfister Hotel's Grand Ballroom. Reservations are […]
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 […]
Step 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 […]
Mother’s Day Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:00 am – 4:00 pm We invite you to celebrate Mother’s Day endlessly exploring Discovery World! As a special treat, all moms will receive […]
The Adventure Begins Join us May 8-25, 2026 at the Waukesha County Expo Center Step into the Midwest’s largest animatronic dinosaur collection and wander through breathtaking prehistoric landscapes. From fossil […]
Moms get in FREE! (Regular parking and attraction fees still apply.) Celebrate Mom and take her to the Zoo for a special day! All mothers receive free admission (parking and […]
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 […]
Treat Mom to a Mother’s Day brunch experience at the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum. Join us Sunday, May 10 in Rumble (above MOTOR Bar & Restaurant) for a celebration filled […]
Mother’s Day at The Bavarian Bierhaus Live Music with Polka Steve Mother’s Day Buffet Treat Mom to a day she’ll love — good food, great musik, and a Prost in […]
The 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 […]
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 […]
Elevate 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 […]
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. […]
Mermaid Echo is back at Discovery World! Mermaid Echo connects kids with aquatic ecology in a creative way. Enjoy a spectacular performance! Watch Echo swim with underwater friends while you […]
This soccer-themed class helps youngsters develop motor skills while getting involved in sports. We develop kicking, running control, and dribbling. This course will help kiddos learn to listen and follow […]
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. […]
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 […]
This soccer-themed class helps youngsters develop motor skills while getting involved in sports. We develop kicking, running control, and dribbling. This course will help kiddos learn to listen and follow […]
Mermaid Echo is back at Discovery World! Mermaid Echo connects kids with aquatic ecology in a creative way. Enjoy a spectacular performance! Watch Echo swim with underwater friends while you […]
This Mother’s Day weekend, treat Mom to an experience that’s equal parts creative, delicious, and unforgettable. Bars & Recreation’s Splash Studio (second floor of The New Fashioned, 1122 N. Vel […]
THE NEVERENDING STORY: ATREYU AND THE GREAT QUEST ACADEMY PRODUCTION LAB **Multiple Showtimes: Check Here** Get ready for an epic escape into Fantastica! A classic tale takes the stage as […]
Make unforgettable memories with your little ones at Elmo’s Got the Moves—the all-new Sesame Street Live show coming to your neighborhood! This exciting show will have kids and parents alike […]
Looking 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 […]
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 […]
In 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 […]
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. […]
It's story time at Boswell! Bring the kiddos for an afternoon at the store featuring the New York Times bestselling duo behind the Tiny T-Rex series. They visit with Uh-Oh, […]
This Mother’s Day weekend, treat Mom to an experience that’s equal parts creative, delicious, and unforgettable. Bars & Recreation’s Splash Studio (second floor of The New Fashioned, 1122 N. Vel […]
A relaxed, stroller-friendly group walk will take place, along with a stop at Pink Mocha Café offering a special coffee discount for all attendees. The event also includes time for […]
Step 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 […]
Join us as Barre with Babes comes together with mom's social group Babbling Babes for a special 40 minute workout, followed by a complimentary cup of coffee and a chance […]
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 […]
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. […]
11 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, […]
11 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, […]
The New Berlin History Museum will be open the second Sunday of each month during the hours 1-4 pm. There is no admission charge. Please note: Dates and times are […]
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. […]
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts students are proud to present All Shook Up Young @ Part. Students in 6-10th grade will bring this classic tale to life in the Furlan Auditorium. Get ready to rock ‘n’ roll […]
Step 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 […]
The Brown Deer Community Foundation is excited to announce they are bringing back the medallion hunt for a third year, set to begin on Tuesday, May 12. Last year, thousands […]
This 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 […]
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. Second Tuesday, […]
Join us for a garbage/recycling themed storytime filled with stories, songs, and fun. After storytime our friends from Waste Management will teach us about recycling, and we’ll head outside to […]
Let’s Make Together! is designed for children aged 3 -5 and their adults. Annalesa Albright brings together her nature, craft, and parenting skills for a series of hands-on, age-appropriate making […]
Join Ms. Emily for fun stories, songs, and games too!
Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but […]
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