Discover Fun Things to Do in Milwaukee with Kids Today!
Looking for family-friendly activities in Milwaukee? Check out the MKE With Kids Events Calendar—your one-stop resource for the best kid-friendly events happening today. We’ve done the hard work, gathering the top activities from around the city into one easy-to-use guide. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, story times, or entertainment options, you'll find something perfect for your family. Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together. Park and meet at Ziegler Park on the corner of Lincoln Dr S & Sylvan Way in West Bend (address below). All ages are welcome! Children must be […]
Family Fun: Math Night at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI 11/07/2024 from 6:30-7:30pm Ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) Join us for a magnificent night with math. Math Night at the Library is co-hosted by the Oak Creek Public Library and Mathnasium to inspire kids to experience math […]
Joyful Mornings Nature Class Friday, September 13th / Friday, September 27th / Friday, October 11th / Friday, October 25th / Friday, November 8th / Friday, November 22nd / Friday, January 10th / Friday, January 24th from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Meet at the Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center Parents/caregivers and their children are invited to […]
Crafternoon Friday, November 1 & 8 & 15 from 3:30-5 pm Atkinson Library 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Arts, crafts & creativity time for children. Unwind at the end of the week and get creative at the Atkinson Branch. Art supplies are provided, so come and get crafty with us! Please note: Dates and times […]
DIY Pop Up Books Friday, November 8, 4-5:30 pmMilwaukee Public Library Bay View Branch 2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee WICelebrate Picture Book Month this November by creating your own pop-up book! Our reference collection of pop-up books will be on display throughout the program.Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Fri-Yays! Friday, November 8, 4:30-5:30 pm Mitchell Street Library 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI Come for some fun and crafts and learn something new every other Friday at the library! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]
November 8, 2024 from 8:00pm - 9:00pm & December 6, 2024 from 8:00pm - 9:00pm At the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Join us on the Skydeck at the UWM Physics building for free public stargazing. Gaze through telescopes at the night sky and view the Moon, planets, star clusters, and other […]
Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 9 am-Noon Fondy Market 2200 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI 2024 Market Season: EARLY SEASON Saturdays May 11th - June 29th from 9:00am to 12:00pm REGULAR SEASON Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays July 6th - October 31st from 7:00am to 2:00pm LATE SEASON Saturdays November 2nd-16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please […]
Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market November 9, 2024 - April 19, 2025 (No market December 28) The market is 9:00AM to 2:00PM The Table 5305 W Capitol Drive Milwaukee WI (enter at the 54th Street entrance) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Creators to Celebrate: Jacqueline Woodson Saturday, November 9, 9 am-4:30 pm Washington Park Library 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Author and poet, Jacqueline Woodson, is one of the most celebrated authors of books for children, adolescents, and adults. We are celebrating her place on our shelves and in our imaginations with an all-day drop-in […]
It's that time of season when we're feeling extra thankful! Come join us to celebrate these gratitude-inspired stories and crafts. These events are FREE, best suited for ages 1-6.
Play Your Part Concert at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI JOIN US FOR ONE OF OUR BIGGEST EVENTS OF THE YEAR! Following several weeks of student fundraising, this concert features performances from every MYSO ensemble on two main stages: three symphony orchestras, seven string orchestras, […]
Veterans Day Celebration at Harley-Davidson Museum MOTOR Bar & Restaurant, 400 West Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI 53201 November 9-11, 2024 Admission: Veterans / Military (and their guests) FREE Veterans and active-duty military receive free admission to the Harley-Davidson Museum this weekend, along with one adult guest and up to four children. Please note: Dates and […]
Helping Paws, Wings, and Hooves Saturday, November 9, 10:30-11:15 am Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Pets at work! Join us as we learn about the amazing jobs animals have and how it helps our communities! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Wisconsin Veterans Day Parade Sat, November 9 | 11am Downtown Milwaukee The Wisconsin Veterans Day Parade presented by Generac returns to Downtown Milwaukee. The parade draws hundreds of participants, representing veterans of all eras, military units, civic and youth groups (including Junior ROTC), businesses and more. Floats, military and vintage vehicles, and other special elements […]
Unity in the Community: Saturday, November 9 at Mitchell Street Library 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI Celebrate Unity in the Community at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell Street, on Saturday, November 9 from noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy musical performances, arts and crafts, food tasting, and meet representatives from community […]
Join Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE for a Holiday themed LEGO build event. Each participant will receive a train snow globe mini Lego kit to build in store or take home with them. Note: Please call the store (414-967-1610) to reserve your spot, as kits are limited. Only reserved kits will be given during the event. Limit […]
The West Allis Farmers Market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh-cut flowers and annual plants, and prepared foods. Our 2024 season will start May 4. Each year the Farmers Market is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We are […]
There’s lots of fun for everyone at the Hartford Christmas Parade! Join in on the fun at this annual FREE family-friendly event! Parade steps off at 3:00 pm! There will be photo opportunities with Santa before the parade, and an opportunity to drop off a letter in his mailbox! Come support the Slinger High School […]
Sunday, November 10 at 10:00 am at Ruckus & Glee 805 N 68th St Wauwatosa WI Stop by to guess how many rocks are in our rock vending machine. The person who guesses the closest will get two handfuls of beautiful tumbled rocks! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Veterans Day Celebration at Harley-Davidson Museum MOTOR Bar & Restaurant, 400 West Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI 53201 November 9-11, 2024 Admission: Veterans / Military (and their guests) FREE Veterans and active-duty military receive free admission to the Harley-Davidson Museum this weekend, along with one adult guest and up to four children. Please note: Dates and […]
Sunday, November 10 from 11:00am - 2:00pm at Ruckus & Glee 805 N 68th St Wauwatosa WI You do not want to miss this FAMILY EVENT! Rachel is an expert in many of the art and craft kits we have at Ruckus & Glee and will provide a hands on art/craft activity! Please note: Dates […]
Join us on Sundays in November from 2pm-4pm for some family activities! Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or get messy clothes. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Join us for a special storytime featuring a member from the Menomonee Falls Police Department! We'll learn about how police officers help our community and take a look inside of a police car. Storytime will take place at Village Hall inside the Board Room. Best suited for kids ages 2 – 5. Please note: […]
Veterans Day Celebration at Harley-Davidson Museum MOTOR Bar & Restaurant, 400 West Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI 53201 November 9-11, 2024 Admission: Veterans / Military (and their guests) FREE Veterans and active-duty military receive free admission to the Harley-Davidson Museum this weekend, along with one adult guest and up to four children. Please note: Dates and […]
September-December 2024 at the West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St Wauwatosa WI Join us for some family fun on select Fridays. Check out each flyer for more details and information. September 9th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm / September 13th 5:30pm - 7:30pm / October 11th 5:30pm - 7:30pm / November 11th 5:30pm - 7:30pm […]
Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
The West Allis Farmers Market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh-cut flowers and annual plants, and prepared foods. Our 2024 season will start May 4. Each year the Farmers Market is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We are […]
Tuesdays from 3:30pm - 5:00pm at East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say "Oui! Je parle francais!" Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to speak French. Au Revoir! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Tuesdays from 5-7:30 pm at Center Street Library - 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for a night of board game fun for all ages! Whether you're new to board games or a seasoned player, stop by to play an old classic or find a new favorite. Please note: Dates and […]
Tuesdays in November from 6:30pm - 8:30pm Come hang in the Gathering Place Tosa Taproom Tuesdays in October and November for Beer & Bricks! A collab between Gathering Place and Tosa Block Party, join us every Tuesday from 6:30 - 8:30pm for free-building, an instructed activity - whatever your Lego heart desires! All bricks will […]
Tuesday, November 12 from 6-7 pm at Atkinson Library 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for a night of board game fun for all ages! Whether you're new to board games or a seasoned player, stop by to play an old classic or find a new favorite. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Family Fun Night: Animal Masks Tuesday, November 12 from 6-7 pm Tippecanoe Library 3912 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Listen to the story "We All Play" by Julie Flett and make a create that looks like your favorite animal!Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Exploring Lois Ehlert's illustrations Tuesday, November 12 from 6-7 pm Zablocki Library 3501 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WIJoin us during National Young Reader's Week as we delve into the vibrant world of Lois Ehlert, an award-winning author and illustrator from Wisconsin known for her colorful and imaginative picture books. This event is designed to inspire […]
Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]
Join ACX Entertainment BAYSHORE for FREE Family Movies Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m., starting November 6! Doors open at 3:30 p.m., and seating is first come, first served. Movie Schedule: 11/6: Migration 11/13: Shark Tale 11/20: Trolls Band Together 12/4: Super Mario Bros. 12/11: Elf 12/18: Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Wednesday, September 25 from 4-5pm and Wednesday, November 13 from 4-5 (Ages 6 - 11) Children will learn yoga through poses and games, plus breathing and mindfulness exercises. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle; a yoga mat is strongly encouraged. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
November 13, 2024 from 5-7pm Karcher Middle School 300 Wainwright Avenue Burlington WI 53105 Through a collaboration between Racine County Public Health, Burlington Area School District, Racine Unified School District, and NAMI Racine County, we are sponsoring our first Youth Mental Health Resource Fair. By offering this Youth Mental Health Resource Fair, we are showcasing […]
Start your day with the freshness of morning air and the delightful melody of birdsong. Join fellow bird enthusiasts of all skill levels as we explore the park together, discovering the beauty and wonder of our feathered friends. This is a volunteer opportunity, so to participate you must fill out a volunteer application or login […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
The West Allis Farmers Market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh-cut flowers and annual plants, and prepared foods. Our 2024 season will start May 4. Each year the Farmers Market is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We are […]
Free Drop-In for Art at RAM’s Wustum Museum Thursday, November 14 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm Thursday, December 19 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm Kids ages four and up—accompanied by an adult—can drop in for some free art fun at RAM’s Wustum Museum, 2519 Northwestern Avenue. Browse the galleries to learn about the current exhibitions, […]
Family Game Night Thursday, November 14 from 4:30-5:30 pm Good Hope Library 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Bring the whole family for game night at Good Hope! Learn a new game, enjoy a classic, or play on the Switch during this all-ages evening program. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Crafternoon Friday, November 1 & 8 & 15 from 3:30-5 pm Atkinson Library 1960 W Atkinson Ave Milwaukee WI Arts, crafts & creativity time for children. Unwind at the end of the week and get creative at the Atkinson Branch. Art supplies are provided, so come and get crafty with us! Please note: Dates and times […]
Time Capsule Friday, November 15 from 4-5 pm at Center Street Library 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI What do you want people in the future to know about you, your neighborhood, and your life? We will explore ideas in "Time Capsule" by Lauren Redness, then begin creating time capsules of our own […]
“Rock your Mocs” Hike from 5:30pm-6:30pm November 15th 2024 at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee WI Established 2011, Rock Your Mocs, is a worldwide Indigenous Peoples virtual unity event during which people wear their moccasins, take a photo, add the hashtag #ROCKYOURMOCS and upload to social media. This creates “an online photo album” for the world […]
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open Swim and Lap Swim is first-come, first-served. Open Swim dates range from June 15 - Aug. 16 (please reference your specific class upon enrollment). Gaenslen […]
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