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.
Toy Train and Collectible Show. Buy, Sell , and Trade Toy Trains and other Collectibles. New and Used. Admission $4.00 / Kids 12 and under Free with Adult Entrance on East side building off west Cleveland Ave. Food Available. After your done at the show come visit our club house. Opens at 10:00 AM Located […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
Winter Kids Dream Family Film Series at local Marcus Area Cinemas When: January 24th-March 16th Cost: $3 per movie, buy a passport to see all 8 films for $12 Movie night out! Take the whole family to a movie with Kids Dream Family Film Series. Snuggle up and enjoy some family favorites while snacking on some movie […]
Sun December 15 from 12pm - 3pm / Sun January 19 from 12pm - 3pm / Sun February 16 from 12pm - 3pm / Sun March 16 from 12pm - 3pm Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! […]
A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. SUN December 15 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nature Nauts: Fantastic Fox MON December 16 from 9:30 am - 10:30 am Nature Nauts: Fantastic Fox SUN January 26 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nature Nauts: Let’s Play ‘Possum MON January 27 from 9:30 […]
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 on Sundays in March 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 […]
SUNDAY MARCH 16 at 3:00 PM UWM Panther Arena The first 1,000 fans 14 and undwill take home an Admirals practice jersey featuring the Fauxback logo, courtesy of Children’s Wisconsin 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.
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 […]
A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. SUN December 15 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nature Nauts: Fantastic Fox MON December 16 from 9:30 am - 10:30 am Nature Nauts: Fantastic Fox SUN January 26 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nature Nauts: Let’s Play ‘Possum MON January 27 from 9:30 […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
Designed as a conduit to connection and bonding through new motherhood, this FREE biweekly event is hosted by Babbling Babes, Milwaukee's largest moms social group, and The Play Retreat in Mequon. What to Expect: Honest conversations about motherhood Conversations about anything and everything outside of motherhood (because we're more than "just moms") A safe, judgment-free […]
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 […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 March Planetarium Programs Wednesday 3/5 at 11:00am - Aurora: Lights of Wonder - $5.00/person Wednesday 3/12 at 11:00am -The Little Star That Could - $5.00/person Wednesday 3/19 at 11:00am - Worlds of Curiosity - $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, […]
Third Thursday of every month from 9 am - 7 pm All guests (excluding groups of 10 or more) receive free admission to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9 am to 7 pm. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
All programs are FREE, open to the public, and inclusive for all abilities. Open Gym Thursday, January 16 6:00-8:00 PM Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center (JCC), Whitefish Bay Thursday, February 20, 2025 · 6:00 – 8:00pm / Thursday, March 20, 2025 · 6:00 – 8:00pm / Sunday, May 18, 2025 · 3:00 […]
Get creative and make a day off of school an engaging experience. Explore, learn and let your imagination run wild on a day off from school. Dance, theater, visual art, and much more will be part of each school day off workshop experience. Preregistration is required. NOV. 5, 2024 (Tuesday) | Welcome to The Rainforest JAN. […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
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.
Location: All Milwaukee Wave games take place a the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, unless otherwise noted. Taking the kids to a Milwaukee Wave game? Read our guide on What Families Can Expect at a Milwaukee Wave Game to make the most of your visit! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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 […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
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 March Planetarium Programs Wednesday 3/5 at 11:00am - Aurora: Lights of Wonder - $5.00/person Wednesday 3/12 at 11:00am -The Little Star That Could - $5.00/person Wednesday 3/19 at 11:00am - Worlds of Curiosity - $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, […]
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 […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 March Planetarium Programs Wednesday 3/5 at 11:00am - Aurora: Lights of Wonder - $5.00/person Wednesday 3/12 at 11:00am -The Little Star That Could - $5.00/person Wednesday 3/19 at 11:00am - Worlds of Curiosity - $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, […]
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 […]
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 for a delectable evening at Art, Donuts, and Waffles: A Sweet Exhibition, celebrating the 7-year anniversary of VIBEZ Creative Arts Space! Immerse yourself in a vibrant showcase of local talent, where artists will display original works you can browse, admire, and even purchase. Enjoy complimentary waffles and donuts (while they last!) and sip on […]
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 […]
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