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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Event Series Family Yoga 2025

Family Yoga at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

All Ages. Grab your mats and join us outside for yoga poses, kid-friendly meditation and breathing practices; plus fun partner poses and yoga games. All experiences are welcome! Wear comfortable clothes and don’t forget a water bottle. We will meet in Citizen's Park (next to the Library). In the event of inclement weather, this event will be held inside.

Free

Sit, Stay, Read at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Registration Required. Sign up for a 20 minute timeslot. Independent readers can relax and unwind by reading to a certified therapy dog! Reading to a dog can boost literacy skills in children plus build social-emotional confidence. Adult must be present during their child’s reading session. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

Free
Event Series 2025 Family Movies

Family Movie at the St Francis Library: Sonic 3

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

All Ages. Kids have the option to sit and watch the movie or move around an enjoy other activities. In this environment, play is expected and quiet isn’t! 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.

Free

Stay and Play at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

0 - 18 months (siblings welcome). Grab your little one and join us for a special baby get together. We’ll share rhymes and songs, with time for play and socialization. No registration required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

Free

Sit, Stay, Read at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Registration Required. Sign up for a 20 minute timeslot. Independent readers can relax and unwind by reading to a certified therapy dog! Reading to a dog can boost literacy skills in children plus build social-emotional confidence. Adult must be present during their child’s reading session. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

Free

Saturday Storytime @ the St. Francis Library: Colorful Pollinators

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Ages 0 - 5. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library.

Free

St Francis Library Thursday Performer: Wehr Nature Center presents Sssentional Snakes!

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

All ages. Children will participate in the telling of a “scaly” story and then spend time being “ophiologists” (snake scientists). 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.

Free

Bilingual Storytime at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Ages 0 - 5. Betty Suárez of Bilingual Story Time MKE creates a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable, supported, and proud to speak or learn Spanish, English, Spanglish, or any other language! Held at Citizen’s Park, next to the Library. ¡Únete a nuestra serie de cuentos bilingües de verano con Betty Suárez de Cuentos Bilingües en […]

Free

Event Series 2025 Family Movies

Family Movie at the St Francis Library: Moana 2

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

All Ages. Kids have the option to sit and watch the movie or move around an enjoy other activities. In this environment, play is expected and quiet isn’t! 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.

Free

Stay and Play at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

0 - 18 months (siblings welcome). Grab your little one and join us for a special baby get together. We’ll share rhymes and songs, with time for play and socialization. No registration required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

Free

Family Tie-Dye Afternoon at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

All Ages. You provide the white t-shirt and we provide the supplies to dye it! This drop-in program will be held at Citizen’s Park, next to the Library. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be postponed to August. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]

Free

Bilingual Storytime at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Ages 0 - 5. Betty Suárez of Bilingual Story Time MKE creates a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable, supported, and proud to speak or learn Spanish, English, Spanglish, or any other language! Held at Citizen’s Park, next to the Library. ¡Únete a nuestra serie de cuentos bilingües de verano con Betty Suárez de Cuentos Bilingües en […]

Free

Sit, Stay, Read at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Registration Required. Sign up for a 20 minute timeslot. Independent readers can relax and unwind by reading to a certified therapy dog! Reading to a dog can boost literacy skills in children plus build social-emotional confidence. Adult must be present during their child’s reading session. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

Free

Family Escape Room at the St Francis Library: Art Heist

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Some paintings have gone missing from the local museum. Can you follow the clues and solve the puzzles to find the missing art in time? For groups of up to 4 people. Groups limited to kids ages 6 - 14, with at least one adult. Registration required and begins July 1. Please note: Dates and […]

Free

Family Escape Room at the St Francis Library: Art Heist

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Some paintings have gone missing from the local museum. Can you follow the clues and solve the puzzles to find the missing art in time? For groups of up to 4 people. Groups limited to kids ages 6 - 14, with at least one adult. Registration required and begins July 1. Please note: Dates and […]

Free

Bubblefest at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

All ages. Celebrate the end of summer reading at Bubble Fest! Immerse yourself in hands-on bubble making and bubble play, happening in the green space across the street from the Library. You will be getting soapy, so be sure to wear appropriate clothes and bring a towel. Thanks to Dog City Hotel and Spa for […]

Free

Bilingual Storytime at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Ages 0 - 5. Betty Suárez of Bilingual Story Time MKE creates a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable, supported, and proud to speak or learn Spanish, English, Spanglish, or any other language! Held at Citizen’s Park, next to the Library. ¡Únete a nuestra serie de cuentos bilingües de verano con Betty Suárez de Cuentos Bilingües en […]

Free

Sit, Stay, Read at the St Francis Library

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Registration Required. Sign up for a 20 minute timeslot. Independent readers can relax and unwind by reading to a certified therapy dog! Reading to a dog can boost literacy skills in children plus build social-emotional confidence. Adult must be present during their child’s reading session. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

Free

Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.