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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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 […]
In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating all moms with FREE admission to Farm Wisconsin! Treat mom to a special day exploring interactive exhibits, meeting a dairy cow, enjoying a delicious […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Calling all architects! Challenge yourself or your friends to build something new! This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. […]
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. […]
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Saturday, May 9 | 6:30 am – 1:00 pm | Birdathon: meet at 6:30 am | Bandathon: stop by anytime Open to everyone ages 5+ | Children must be accompanied by an adult See below for details | No registration necessary Birdathon – How many species will be singing and displaying on the Riveredge Nature Center […]
The Spring Bird Count is held each May by the Benjamin F. Goss Bird Club, which corresponds to counting spring migration of owls, waterfowls, shorebirds, songbirds, warblers, and other spring […]
Warblers, Orioles, Thrushes, and more! Celebrate Migratory Bird Day with the Urban Ecology Center during this half-day, come-and-go, scientific celebration of birds on the move. Designed for adults, families, and birders of all experience levels, this event offers multiple ways to explore birding, conservation, and outdoor learning at your own pace. Throughout the morning, enjoy […]
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! No prior experience is needed. Meets at Picnic Area 1 Dress for the weather, as work takes place outdoors. In poor weather, workday may be […]
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 […]
Join the Mindfulness Community of Milwaukee at Retzer Nature Center for A Half Day of Awareness – a four-hour experience designed to reconnect you with nature and yourself. Through gentle […]
Take a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between […]
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 […]
In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating all moms with FREE admission to Farm Wisconsin! Treat mom to a special day exploring interactive exhibits, meeting a dairy cow, enjoying a delicious […]
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 […]
Celebrate Mother's Day with a barre class, coffee + connection, plus fun goodies & giveaways! Barre class will be from 9:30-10:10am. Babies, toddlers, and kids of all ages are welcome! Or, come alone and enjoy a little extra "me" time this Mother's Day. After class, stick around for complimentary coffee and wonderful connection with other […]
Meet us at Maedke Chiropractic to celebrate Mother’s Day! Maedke is offering coffee, light snacks, and portraits by Wind Willow Photography. Dr. Elizabeth Ortega is a family-focused chiropractor in Milwaukee. Specializing in pregnancy and pediatric care, she is dedicated to care for patients from birth and beyond. Dr. Elizabeth is Webster Technique certified and fully […]
Free-build a LEGO creation or complete the Library's challenge! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
Mother’s Day has always been a time to honor special caregivers- how better to do that than to spend some time together in nature? Bring that special person in your life to the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center! Since 1993, the second Saturday of May has been dedicated to migratory birds around the world. This year’s theme is “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations […]
Celebrate MOM with everything flowers! Children's activities all day - GAMES & COLORING - FREE! G-Scale Model Railroad with TRAINs running the whole day - FREE! Plant Some Love for Mom $5 / Paint a Train Ornament $5 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
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 […]
GRAND REOPENING Mark Your Calendars — May 9th | 10AM–4PM 🤍 2270 N 70th Street, Wauwatosa WI Lyss + Littles 2.0 is finally (almost) here!!! come celebrate the new space, […]
Celebrate Mom a little early this year with a day out on the rails. On Saturday, May 9th, Mom rides FREE with the purchase of at least one additional ticket.Spend time together exploring the East Troy Depot, then board a beautifully restored electric train and enjoy the scenic Wisconsin countryside. Along the way, hear stories […]
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 […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! Reel Movies for Real Needs, a year-round sensory-friendly moviegoing environment at select Marcus Theatres At Marcus Theatres, we believe everyone should enjoy the magic of movies on the big screen. According to the National Institute of Health, up to 16.5% […]
Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with […]
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 […]
Join us for a relaxed, family-friendly Mother’s Day gathering designed to help moms connect while giving back in a meaningful way. Babbling Babes, a mom's social club serving the Greater Milwaukee area, has partnered with WonderFold Wagons to create a morning that treats both local moms and supports local families. Your ticket (one ticket per family) […]
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. […]
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 […]
May 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 […]
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 […]
May 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 […]
Treat yourself (or a mom you love) to a moment of self-care and celebration this Mother’s Day weekend 🤍 This nurturing session is designed as a space for mothers to be mothered. We’ll begin with gentle somatic movement, followed by stress-melting breathwork and kundalini meditation to help you feel relaxed, centered, and recharged. […]
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 R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee) will host a series of lively, joy-filled painting sessions designed to celebrate the moms, and mom figures, who deserve it all. […]
Hannah’s Haven is a heartwarming reading program created in loving memory of Hannah, a beloved HAWS alumni dog whose happiest moments were spent working with children in schools, libraries, and community events. In this special program, children get the chance to build confidence and strengthen their reading skills by spending 30 peaceful minutes reading to a […]
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