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.
April 5 & April 6, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm Join us at the Milwaukee Lionel Railroad Club Open House! See the club operating in its full glory with all the layouts operating. We also have railroad-related items for sale and a large display of antique toy trains. This is a two-day event this weekend. […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
Every Saturday from 10:30 am–11:00 am Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to read a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and walk with the reader to the galleries. Then listen to a story that relates to a work of art before creating […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 April Planetarium Programs Wednesday 4/2 at 11:00am - Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/9 at 11:00am -Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/16 at 11:00am - Voyage to Distant Worlds - $5.00/person Wednesday 4/23 at 11:00am […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 April Planetarium Programs Wednesday 4/2 at 11:00am - Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/9 at 11:00am -Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/16 at 11:00am - Voyage to Distant Worlds - $5.00/person Wednesday 4/23 at 11:00am […]
Finding Nemo (ages 5-12) Location: 929 N Water Street, Milwaukee WI (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Based on the 2003 Disney/Pixar film Finding Nemo Shows run from March 8 - April 6, at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.firststage.org/Production-Details/Disney-Pixars-Finding-Nemo The beloved 2003 Pixar movie comes to […]
Ride The Cyclone Location: 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Shows run from March 28 - April 13 at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in […]
Finding Nemo (ages 5-12) Location: 929 N Water Street, Milwaukee WI (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Based on the 2003 Disney/Pixar film Finding Nemo Shows run from March 8 - April 6, at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.firststage.org/Production-Details/Disney-Pixars-Finding-Nemo The beloved 2003 Pixar movie comes to […]
Ride The Cyclone Location: 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Shows run from March 28 - April 13 at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in […]
If you come to see ComedySportz, you'll see one Referee and two teams of Players, one red and one blue--competing against each other in improv games based on the suggestions of the fans watching the match! There are seven to ten games per match, with the occasional willing volunteer (kid or adult!) joining us up […]
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Be ready to jump, laugh with friends, and enjoy an evening of fitness and competition disguised as fun every Friday and Saturday night. All ages are welcome, no drop-offs allowed! A GLOW T-shirt MUST be worn in […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. A new theme each year ensures for a memorable experience for the train lovers! When: January 18 - April 6 Cost: Free with paid admission Learn […]
April 5 & April 6, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm Join us at the Milwaukee Lionel Railroad Club Open House! See the club operating in its full glory with all the layouts operating. We also have railroad-related items for sale and a large display of antique toy trains. This is a two-day event this weekend. […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 April Planetarium Programs Wednesday 4/2 at 11:00am - Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/9 at 11:00am -Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/16 at 11:00am - Voyage to Distant Worlds - $5.00/person Wednesday 4/23 at 11:00am […]
Finding Nemo (ages 5-12) Location: 929 N Water Street, Milwaukee WI (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Based on the 2003 Disney/Pixar film Finding Nemo Shows run from March 8 - April 6, at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.firststage.org/Production-Details/Disney-Pixars-Finding-Nemo The beloved 2003 Pixar movie comes to […]
Ride The Cyclone Location: 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Shows run from March 28 - April 13 at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in […]
Finding Nemo (ages 5-12) Location: 929 N Water Street, Milwaukee WI (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Based on the 2003 Disney/Pixar film Finding Nemo Shows run from March 8 - April 6, at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.firststage.org/Production-Details/Disney-Pixars-Finding-Nemo The beloved 2003 Pixar movie comes to […]
Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! On Mondays, we have 2 inflatables! Walk-in and pay at the door, there is no pre-registration. We accept cash, check, or card. Parents are required to stay, and an online waiver is required. $10 for ages 2-12, $5 for 1 year olds, infants […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
Ninja Open Gym Ages 6+ (Including Adults!) Mondays 7:05-8:05 pm Fridays 6:00-7:00 pm Come practice in our dedicated Ninja Space at the 9650 Entrance. 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.
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
French Club - for Kids (6-12) Tuesday, January 7 from 3:30-5 pm East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI French Club for kids! 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 […]
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 times […]
Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime the last Wednesday of the month! No pre-registration required. Cost: Included with admission; Free to Friends of the Domes members Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 April Planetarium Programs Wednesday 4/2 at 11:00am - Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/9 at 11:00am -Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/16 at 11:00am - Voyage to Distant Worlds - $5.00/person Wednesday 4/23 at 11:00am […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
Ride The Cyclone Location: 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Shows run from March 28 - April 13 at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in […]
Second Friday of the month from 10:00 am to Noon at the Milwaukee Art Museum's Windhover Hall It’s never too early to learn to love art! Art projects vary by month. Then join in the sing-alongs at 10:30 am and 11:15 am. For kids ages 5 and under, with a caregiver. This event is included […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
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 events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! Walk-in and pay at the door, there is no pre-registration. We accept cash, check, or card. Parents are required to stay, and an online waiver is required. $8 for ages 2-12, $4 for 1 year olds, infants are free. Please note: Dates […]
Kids Night Out at WHS Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Friday, January 10, 2025 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Need an evening without the kids? Kids Night Out is for young people grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parent(s) to enjoy an evening out while the kids have an awesome […]
Ninja Open Gym Ages 6+ (Including Adults!) Mondays 7:05-8:05 pm Fridays 6:00-7:00 pm Come practice in our dedicated Ninja Space at the 9650 Entrance. 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.
Ride The Cyclone Location: 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Shows run from March 28 - April 13 at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in […]
If you come to see ComedySportz, you'll see one Referee and two teams of Players, one red and one blue--competing against each other in improv games based on the suggestions of the fans watching the match! There are seven to ten games per match, with the occasional willing volunteer (kid or adult!) joining us up […]
APRIL 11 & 12, 2025 at 7:30 pm and APRIL 12 & 13, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center One of the world’s most famous classical ballets, Sleeping Beauty retells the beloved tale of romance and rescue. When the beautiful Princess Aurora pricks her finger on her sixteenth birthday, she is […]
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Be ready to jump, laugh with friends, and enjoy an evening of fitness and competition disguised as fun every Friday and Saturday night. All ages are welcome, no drop-offs allowed! A GLOW T-shirt MUST be worn in […]
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 […]
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 please. The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops! Every 2nd Saturday of the month. Free of charge to […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, creative building games, and more! Hours (as of 1/6/25) Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing (as […]
Every Saturday from 10:30 am–11:00 am Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to read a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and walk with the reader to the galleries. Then listen to a story that relates to a work of art before creating […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 April Planetarium Programs Wednesday 4/2 at 11:00am - Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/9 at 11:00am -Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/16 at 11:00am - Voyage to Distant Worlds - $5.00/person Wednesday 4/23 at 11:00am […]
T. Swift Party – Saturday, April 12th @ 12:30-1:30pm for Ages 3-9 T. Swift Party for dancers ages 3-9. Come join us for a craft, games, dancing, and your favorite Taylor Swift songs! Come dressed as your favorite era or something comfortable that you can move in with socks or ballet shoes! Dancers will star […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 April Planetarium Programs Wednesday 4/2 at 11:00am - Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/9 at 11:00am -Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses- $5.00/person Wednesday 4/16 at 11:00am - Voyage to Distant Worlds - $5.00/person Wednesday 4/23 at 11:00am […]
Ride The Cyclone Location: 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Shows run from March 28 - April 13 at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in […]
APRIL 11 & 12, 2025 at 7:30 pm and APRIL 12 & 13, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center One of the world’s most famous classical ballets, Sleeping Beauty retells the beloved tale of romance and rescue. When the beautiful Princess Aurora pricks her finger on her sixteenth birthday, she is […]
SATURDAY APRIL 12 at 6:00 PM UWM Panther Arena Prior to our game, watch our local firefighters challenge the local police officers in our annual Battle of the Badges! 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.
Ride The Cyclone Location: 929 N Water St Milwaukee WI 53202 (Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center) Shows run from March 28 - April 13 at the Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center. In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in […]
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