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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  • Smokey Bear’s 81st Birthday Celebration at Havenwoods State Forest

    Havenwoods State Forest 2025
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join the 81st birthday celebration for Smokey Bear and his timeless message of wildfire prevention. Enjoy free birthday cake (while supplies last), crafts, stories, campfire safety demonstration and plenty of opportunities to take pictures with Smokey Bear. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]

    Free
  • Back To School Field Days and Ice Cream Social at Havenwoods State Forest

    Havenwoods State Forest 2025
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Celebrate the last days of summer vacation with a day of fun at Havenwoods! Join us for outdoor yard and playground games, and ice cream (while supplies last). All ages welcome. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]

    Free
  • Winter Fest at Havenwoods State Forest MKE

    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Winter Fest is a wonderful, family-friendly event in Wisconsin’s only urban state forest! Enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores; make crafts and memories. Come out for a great day! (The snowshoes will be ready in case of snow) Schedule All day: Make a Winter Ornament. Guided hikes at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Keep warm with […]

    Free
  • Valentine’s Day Candlelight Hike at Havenwoods State Forest MKE

    Havenwoods State Forest 2026
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Spend some time outdoors and hike along a brief 0.75-mile portion of our trails lit by candlelight! Warm up afterward with s’mores and hot cocoa. Dress for the weather, wear your boots in case some sections get muddy and borrow some snowshoes at the Nature Center if there’s enough snow! This event is free and […]

    Free
  • Winter Break Milwaukee at Havenwoods State Forest

    Winter 2026
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Winter Break Milwaukee When: Havenwoods State Forest: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Embrace the season at Winter Break Milwaukee, a free family-friendly winter festival that’s all about enjoying the great outdoors, no matter the weather. Highlights typically include fat tire bike rides with Wheel & Sprocket, winter surfing lessons from High 5 Surfing, nordic walking, and […]

    $13 – $28
  • Egg-Stravaganza! At Havenwoods State Forest MKE

    Winter 2026
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Robins, chickadees, ducks and more! Read a short story about different types of eggs, then go on a hike through the forest to search for nests. Stick around for an egg craft afterwards! A vehicle admission sticker is not required at Havenwoods. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

    Free
  • Animal Feeding at Havenwoods State Forest MKE

    Winter 2026
    Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch! A vehicle admission sticker is not required at Havenwoods. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]

    Free

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