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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Stroll with our Land Management staff to observe ephemerals and spring blooming native plants. Learn about their identifying characteristics and ecological role within the landscape. Ecosystems and their community dynamics […]
Join us for our 7th annual Girls Can Fly Day at the Hartford Municipal Airport hosted by the Women in Aviation- SE Wisconsin for Chapter. This is a free event […]
Join us on Saturday, May 16 to develop your skills and build confidence in nature during the Explore the Outdoors Expo at Havenwoods State Forest. This event is open to […]
our gather & grow market is a joyful celebration of community and the jam-packed, outdoor season. we’re bringing together some of our favorite local businesses and playful activities to create an […]
The Ukuladies are taking over the Allis! Delight in a family friendly musical gathering by 30 local women playing the ukuleles, including some banjos and mandolins. From Broadway classics to […]
The 5th Annual Moms Mental Health Initiative Summer Social, and 10 Years of MMHI! This fundraising event unites us in celebration of the strength of our participants and the immeasurable […]
Join us in bringing everyone together for Community Game Night & Touch A Truck in Cudahy! This event is FREE and for all ages. See, touch, and explore your […]
Leash up and lace up for Discover Brookfield’s 2026 Dog, Dash, Discover 5K Run/Walk bringing dogs and their humans together for a morning of movement, community, and tail-wagging fun at The Corners […]
Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a […]
Learn to play ultimate frisbee from the pros on the Milwaukee Monarchs! This free clinic is intended for kids in elementary school. Come practice the basics of throwing, catching, and […]
Join us as we kick off summer with a warm, adventure-filled evening at the HAWS Schallock Center for Animals! Tales by the Fire: Summer Kickoff is the perfect seasonal celebration […]
Garden Opening with Free Admission 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.
Nature has some unique art to share with us; let's explore Retzer Nature Center to find inspiration! You'll craft, sketch, and paint the natural world around us. All supplies are […]
Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]
Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils! This […]
Join us as we kick-off our summer STEAM Labs with a fun dinosaur dig. We will talk about dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology before "digging up" our own fossils! This […]
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 […]
Dinosaur Ranger Academy with Dinosaurs Wild features educational content, puppetry, and audience interaction with realistic baby dinosaur puppets. The live show will be followed by a dino meet and greet! This program […]
This 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. […]
This 20-minute Story Time followed is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required. Each session will […]
Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will […]
Join us for a fun day in nature! Help remove invasive species and restore rare oak ecosystems right here in Waukesha County. Make a real impact on habitats that matter! […]
Join our team and fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants […]
Come join us as we create dinosaur skeletons using pasta for our Pasta Paleontology STEAM Lab. This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in […]
Work together in groups to make a recycled dinosaur. We will display your masterpiece in the library after the program ends. This program is for those in grades 3-6 […]
Enjoy a magic show for all ages!
Use stone pebbles to create a fun, circular mosaic you can put in your garden or hang on your wall. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will […]
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans […]
Race 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! […]
It's rumored that dinosaurs evolved into modern-day birds. But which dinos ruled the prehistoric skies? Come find out at our STEAM Lab! This program is for those in grades […]
What giant sea creatures swam in the ocean's depths? Explore with us in this fun and adventurous lab! This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take […]
Create a miniature version of a message in a bottle to keep on your desk. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story […]
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
Let's celebrate America's 250th anniversary by giving back to the community. We'll have various craft projects available for kids to make that we will gift to senior citizens and veterans […]
Ever wonder what's inside of a thunderstorm or how a hurricane forms? Learn just how wild weather can be in this week's STEAM Lab. This program is for those in […]
Learn about circuitry and electricity as we make our own treasure map that lights up! This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in the Story […]
Ever wanted to create your own magazine? Now you can! Join us as we create our own publications. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place […]
Here is the complete schedule: July 8 – Venus Rising (Femme-forward) Ladies Must Swing & Ellie Jackson. A powerful opening night celebrating women in music, featuring swing-era revival and soulful […]
Experience an interactive dinosaur show with animatronic puppets! This show includes audience involvement and a meet-and-greet afterwards.
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
Come and join us for a dinosaur-themed party. 🦖 🥳 🦕 We'll read, sing, dance, and play dinosaur games & crafts. Please wear something that can get messy! This program […]
Meet us at the Farmers Market for Story Time! This 20-minute interactive Story Time incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. This program is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an […]
Learn about the science of light and it's dark side...shadows. This program is for those in grades 1-2 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration is required. […]
Chemistry is part of our everyday lives. Let's experiment with household ingredients to learn more about it! This program is for those in grades 3-6 and will take place in […]
Get creative in order to make your own board game & rules. This program is for those in grades 6-9 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration […]
This 20-25 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). Get ready to nurture early literacy with stories, songs, and rhymes and get excited […]
Get your literary creativity on! We'll create book character crafts and costumes while enjoying other book-themed games and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required. This program is designed for […]
This 30-minute Story Time welcomes children of all ages with their caregivers and seniors from the community. It will feature stories and songs followed by a playtime and social for […]
A National Scenic Trail entirely inside the state of Wisconsin, this unique hiking trail and surrounding area was formed by glaciers during the last Ice Age. Learn all about the […]
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