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.
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI December 26 - December 30 Dec. 26, 27, 30: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dec. 28, 29: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 […]
WINTER BREAK PROGRAMMING December 26-30, 2024 10 a.m. - Noon; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Stop by MPM Educators’ tables throughout the exhibit floors to learn about cold weather animal […]
The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium & Dome Theater is now open! One Planetarium program is included with your Museum admission. At this time, programs cannot be reserved in advance and […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 December Planetarium Programs Wednesday 12/4 at 11:00am - Khrumka’s Adventures in the Winter Forest- $5.00/person […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Holiday Break Shows December 23rd at 11am- George and Oatmeal Save Santa - $5.00/person December […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Lake Geneva Santa Cruise Offers Festive Holiday Boat Rides for Families This holiday season, Lake Geneva Cruise Line is inviting families to enjoy the magic of its annual Santa Cruise, […]
Snow Globe Holiday Festival Ballpark Commons, 7044 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132November 22, 2024-December 30, 2024Admission: $29.99 (Parking: $10-$20) The Snow Globe Holiday Festival will take over Ballpark Commons […]
Country Christmas Drive-Through Nights at The Ingleside Hotel November 29-January 1, 2025 Admission: $25 per carload or minivan (Sun-Thurs); $35 per carload or minivan (Fri-Sat and peak) Drive-through nights start […]
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo November 30-December 31, 2024 (Closed Dec. 2, 9, 16, 24, and 25), 5:30- 9 […]
Zoo Year’s Eve at Wild Lights December 31st, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (admission gates close at 8:15 pm) Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI […]
Light The Hoan (Free!) December 25-31, 2024 Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Daniel M. Hoan Memorial Bridge lit as a menorah each night. Families are encouraged to light […]
UWM Panther Arena 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.
Monday, December 30 at 7:00 pmUWM Panther Arena 400 W Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI Light up the night with the Milwaukee Admirals as they celebrate Hanukkah on the ice! Support […]
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT NOON December 31, 2024 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Celebrate the new year at noon with the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum! The Museum is hosting a […]
December 31 (12:00pm and 5:00pm) at the Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters return to Fiserv Forum with their world tour, presented […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
December 31 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Join us for a winter wonderland walk. Discover how plants and wildlife thrive in our harsh northern climate. Be prepared to […]
New Year's Eve Playtime at The Big Backyard 2857 South 160th Street New Berlin WI Come celebrate New Year's Eve at The Big Backyard. We are opening our doors […]
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield WI November 2024: Monday, Nov. 25: Noon to 1:30pm Tuesday, Nov. 26: Noon to 1:30pm Wednesday, Nov. […]
New Year's Eve Party at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Celebrate New Year's Eve in style at The Little Village Play Cafe! Located in […]
Location: All Milwaukee Wave games take place a the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, unless otherwise noted. Milwaukee Wave vs. Kansas City Comets Date: December 7th at 6:05 PM Milwaukee Wave vs. […]
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria’s New Year’s Eve Early Countdown Dinner returns to the Brookfield location. Families can enjoy a festive atmosphere with activities and a kids’ “bubbly” countdown at 5pm. Buffet […]
December 31 (12:00pm and 5:00pm) at the Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters return to Fiserv Forum with their world tour, presented […]
Country Christmas Drive-Through Nights at The Ingleside Hotel November 29-January 1, 2025 Admission: $25 per carload or minivan (Sun-Thurs); $35 per carload or minivan (Fri-Sat and peak) Drive-through nights start […]
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo November 30-December 31, 2024 (Closed Dec. 2, 9, 16, 24, and 25), 5:30- 9 […]
Zoo Year’s Eve at Wild Lights December 31st, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (admission gates close at 8:15 pm) Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI […]
Light The Hoan (Free!) December 25-31, 2024 Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Daniel M. Hoan Memorial Bridge lit as a menorah each night. Families are encouraged to light […]
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 from 6:45 am - 8:00 am Celebrate the beginning of 2025 with a sunrise-guided walk through the serene Havenwoods State Forest. Meet at the Nature Center […]
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 / Times Vary dependent on location - please check WI DNR Website Celebrate the beginning of 2025 with a guided walk through the serene State Forests. […]
Soar into the New Year with "Cool Fool Kite & Snow Carving Festival" The 38th annual lakefront festival features a kite show, ice carving, free cocoa and treats, and more. […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Country Christmas Drive-Through Nights at The Ingleside Hotel November 29-January 1, 2025 Admission: $25 per carload or minivan (Sun-Thurs); $35 per carload or minivan (Fri-Sat and peak) Drive-through nights start […]
Light The Hoan (Free!) December 25-31, 2024 Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Daniel M. Hoan Memorial Bridge lit as a menorah each night. Families are encouraged to light […]
FREE ADMISSION to the Milwaukee Public Museum! 2025 DATES AND TIMES from 10:00am to 5:00pm *Ticket will be accepted for entry anytime between 10:00am and 4:30pm. Visit length is not limited. […]
Everyone Invited to Free Day at Villa Terrace! Event features arts, activities and exploration Free Admission Thursday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Enjoy free admission to the Villa Terrace […]
FREE ADMISSION to the Racine Art Museum! January 3 / February 7 / March 7 / April 4 / May 2 / June 6 / July TBD / August 1 […]
Storytime Fridays at 11am Join us on the Stage in the Children's department for Storytime every Friday at 11:00am. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Jurassic Quest at Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI 53214 Friday, January 3 - Sunday, January 5, 2025 (Friday 12p-6p, Saturday 9a-6p, Sunday 9a-5p) […]
All programs are FREE, open to the public, and inclusive for all abilities. Open Gym Friday, January 3 6:00-9:00 PM Whitman Middle School, Wauwatosa Friday, February 7, 2025 · […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Join us at your local Home Depot location on the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for FREE in-person Kids Workshops. Schedule (while supplies last) […]
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 […]
Jurassic Quest at Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI 53214 Friday, January 3 - Sunday, January 5, 2025 (Friday 12p-6p, Saturday 9a-6p, Sunday 9a-5p) […]
FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 5, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 5, 2024, 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. BLUE SPRING LAKE SEGMENT HIKE Thursday, October 10, […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 January Planetarium Programs Wednesday 1/8 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet - […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! On Saturday mornings, select Marcus Theatres host Reel Movies for Real Needs, screenings […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 January Planetarium Programs Wednesday 1/8 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet - […]
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