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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.
Friday, March 28th, 2025 from 11am-11:30am; 12pm-12:30pm; 1pm-1:30pm 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗥𝗔𝗪𝗥-𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸? Join us and 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘂𝗸𝗲𝗲'𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 for an amazing opportunity to learn about and meet baby Dinosaurs! Meet Roxie the Raptor and Sterling the Stegosaurus – they can't wait to learn, dance, and stomp with you! Each […]
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 […]
Explore the new moon night sky with Naturalist Alison Schrad. We’ll climb the tower to observe the stars and the constellations that can be found this time of year. Afterwards, we’ll listen for active nocturnal animals on the trails and see what we can find. To help you better see the trail at night, bring […]
28th March, 2025 from 7pm to 8pm at the Campus of UW-Milwaukee Chemistry Room 110, 2000 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Join us as UWM's new Professor, Dr. Lia Medeiros, discusses how telescopes all over the world came together to take the first ever image of a black hole and how she used this image […]
Kids’ Disco on 88.9 FM Radio Milwaukee Celebrate the start of the weekend and the end of the wiggles with Dori Zori and Kids’ Disco on 88.9 FM Radio Milwaukee (Saturdays, 9-10 a.m.)! Enjoy an hour long non-stop mix of music for the whole family to enjoy. And on the first Saturday of every month […]
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 […]
Kids grow fast. At JBF Germantown / Port Washington, you get WAY MORE for LESS. This is one pop-up sale you CANNOT afford to miss! Here’s how it works… Local families sell things their children have outgrown or outloved. Other local families are able to shop THOUSANDS of items at 50-90% less than retail. […]
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 […]
Having a staycation? We'll bring the beach to you! We will be sharing our favorite beach inspired picture books and lead the group in a beach inspired craft project. Please come decked out for the beach if you like. All ages are welcome, admission is FREE, just RSVP to join us! Please note: Dates, times, […]
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, […]
Learn to experience nature the way animals do! Take a hike with Naturalist Jim Thielke to discover all the ways animals play and survive in the forest. On our hike we will make nature art, participate in games, and search for the animals who are waking up in spring. This program is designed for all […]
Join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for a Spring Planter Workshop at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls on Saturday March 29th from 1pm-3pm. Shady Lane Greenhouse staff will provide us with an educational discussion on spring planting tips as each attendee creates a spring planter pot. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Come […]
3/15/2025 at 2:00pm, 3/22/2025 at 2:00pm, 3/29/2025 at 2:00pm UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139 Milwaukee WI Need something to do with the kids on the weekend? Our special matinee program takes audiences on an interactive tour of our cosmic neighborhood, the solar system. Marvel at the Sun’s powerful flares, Jupiter’s swirling […]
Come bounce, swing, run, and play at our All Ages Open Gym every Saturday! This is also a fun opportunity for kids to practice their gymnastics skills. Ages 1-5 with parent, ages 6+ parents may drop off (after signing in). Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
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 […]
Naruto: The Symphonic Experience Miller High Life Theatre Milwaukee, WI Ages: All Ages SAT March 29, 2025 - 2:00PM SAT March 29, 2025 - 7:30PM For the first time ever, audiences will get their chance to see an original, unforgettable two-hour feature film (shown with subtitles) meticulously created by Julien Vallespi and Quentin Benayoun from […]
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 […]
We invite you to join us as we close out the maple sugarin’ season the best way we know how- with all you can eat pancakes held outside right in the middle of the Sugarbush. Menu includes all you can eat pancakes (not gluten free) along with pure maple syrup (with optional pickle!), a serving of […]
November 24th, 2024 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am December 29th, 2024 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am January 26th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am February 23rd, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am March 30th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am […]
Sunday, March 30 from 12–3 pm At The Milwaukee County Historical Society 910 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive Milwaukee WI FREE event! Family Fun Alert! AIA Milwaukee is proud to sponsor the Milwaukee County Historical Society’s Building Bonanza Family Day. Bring the whole family for a day of creativity, construction, and community as […]
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 […]
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield WI Sunday, March 30: 2:30pm – 4:00pm Sunday, April 6: 1:00pm to 2:30pm Sunday, April 13: 1:00pm to 2:30pm Sunday, April 19: 2:30pm to 4:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Be a part of our Parent Support Groups to be around like-minded parents going through the same exciting and challenging parts of parenting. Here at St. Francis Children's Center you have a "Village" that everyone talks about when becoming a parent. Resources, snacks, and laughs are served every meeting with occasional happy tears/cheers for child […]
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 […]
Location: UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena SSF Milwaukee Wave Fundraiser Sunday, March 30, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Stepping Stone Farms is the Non-Profit of the Game on Sunday March 30th. Bring your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. to the game and support the farm. Only tickets purchased for this game will count towards our fundraising efforts. Please […]
Calling all moms to join us for our monthly mom’s group at Elite Sports Club (Mequon). Every month (the last Monday of every month), we have a guest speaker to talk about different areas of motherhood such as a dietitian, women’s health specialist, behavior specialist, and more to offer tips and answer your questions. Any […]
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 […]
On Sensory Days, your kids will be able to play and explore their senses using different textures, materials, fabrics, and art supplies! Open Play is provided during the two hour session, and based on the child's wants, they can participate in the sensory activity planned, but are not forced to. Guardian's please book tickets for […]
Little Learners Story Time At The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Monday, March 10th / Monday, March 17th / Monday, March 24th / Monday, March 31st @ 8:30am or 10:30am Join us for a day filled with warmth, creativity, and joy! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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.
Designed as a conduit to connection and bonding through new motherhood, this FREE weekly 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 […]
Art Kids unite and come to GiGi's! Join us for this inclusive art program on Tuesdays. All are welcomed to attend! Disability not required. This is a school age (6-17 years) program. Limited to 12 participants. Register on the calendar. Provides hands-on experience with multiple art media and provides an outlet for individuals with Down […]
Parents that have children with special/support needs, your community starts with us at our dinner provided and parent resources. Parent Cafés are the perfect way to meet other parents face to face! Join us for great conversations designed to get tips, tools, and new ideas that make parenting less stressful. FREE dinner and child care […]
Bucks Family Night / Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI Make the Bucks part of your family traditions! Presented by Sprite, Family Night brings together a savory box of popcorn, a refreshing Sprite, and Milwaukee Bucks basketball! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Move and Groove at the St Francis Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave St Francis WI Wednesdays, January 8-April 30, 2025 at 10am Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Learn and explore the outdoors with a naturalist in programs that focus on seasonal topics and incorporate hands-on discovery and sensory exploration for your elementary-age learner. Programs take place on select Wednesdays from 10:00am - 11:00am. Cost is $5 per child per class, ages 4-12. Dates and topics are listed below: 2/5/2025 - Wildlife Tracking […]
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 […]
Meet us at Stone Creek Coffee in Whitefish Bay for a 2-mile walk. The first 20 toddlers (12 mo+) will receive a free sample of Voyager Toddler Milk, and everyone who attends will be entered to win a bag of toddler milk! We'll meet in front of Stone Creek to do introductions before walking down […]
Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 2 to 5 years old. These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play. Adults are encouraged to play along with their little explorers as well. Little siblings (0-1) are welcome to tag […]
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. Free for all visitors on the first Thursday of every month. FREE admission for Kohl's Thank You Thursdays. ALL visitors* (excluding groups) receive FREE access to […]
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 on the first Thursday of the month. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
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 […]
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! […]
Thursdays at 10:30am Join us at Storytime for stories, songs and fun! 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 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 […]
Children & Families After School @ MPL Tuesday thru Thursday from 3-5 pm Atkinson; Bay View; Capitol; Center Street; Mitchell Street; Tippecanoe; Villard Square; Zablocki Libraries Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please note: […]
Thursdays, March 6 / March 13 / March 20 / March 27 / April 3 / April 10 / April 17 / April 24 / May 1 / May 8 / May 15 / May 22 / May 29 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm […]
Lights of Spring at The Ingleside Hotel Experience the magic of a brand NEW walk-through light show at The Ingleside Hotel! From the makers of Country Christmas, Lights of Spring brings all the excitement of the holiday season with a fresh spring twist. Stroll through the illuminated 3/4-mile outdoor trail filled with animated creatures and […]
Join a supportive community of pregnant and postpartum moms! We understand how pregnancy and postpartum can feel overwhelming—both socially and mentally—which is why we’re excited to host this special gathering for you. Sign-Up is required! When: First Thursday of every month Time: 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM Ozaukee Family Services Babies in arms […]
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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