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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.

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Easter Egg Hunt in Cedarburg

Cedar Creek Park N54W5900 Portland Road, Cedarburg, WI, United States

Join us in Cedarburg for out Annual Easter Egg Hunt! All children 10 years of age and under are invited to participate. This is a FREE event and will start at 10:00am SHARP (rain, snow, or shine)! Make sure to arrive early! Notes: - We do not separate by age group - Please bring your […]

Free

Maple Sugar Time at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI

Join us Saturday, March 23 for Maple Sugar Time! Maple sugaring has been a wonderful tradition for generations. Learn how maple sap turns into syrup, how to identify a maple tree, and practice tapping a log with one of our hand drills. We’ll have five activities to participate in along the trails. Before you leave, visit the […]

$18

Easter Bunny & Friends

The Easter Bunny is coming to Menomonee Falls! Join us on Saturday, March 23rd- UPDATED LOCATION due to cold weather predictions! The event will now be at Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ, corner of Appleton and Roosevelt. N89W16856 Appleton Ave Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 Enjoy face painting and kid friendly food vendors throughout the […]

Free

Bunny Hop Festival at BAYSHORE

Celebrate Spring at BAYSHORE's 3rd annual Bunny Hop Festival! Our festivities will be held on Saturday, March 23 from 12 - 2 pm in the Rotunda at BAYSHORE. Let Kid Boogie Down get you hopping to the beat while you strike a pose with the Easter Bunny and festive characters from Fairytale Birthday Company. Get ready for […]

Free

Lisbon’s Easter Eggstravaganza

Lisbon Community Park N78W26970 Bartlett Parkway, Lisbon, WI, United States

Walk through the park prairie with an Easter basket and collect goodies from local organizations. Participate in an egg hunt and take your picture with the Easter Bunny! Admission is FREE for this family event.

Free

Fred Astaire Dance Studios Presents Dance Fantasy 2024 at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United States

Fred Astaire Dance Studios presents Dance Fantasy 2024 on Saturday March 23 at 2:00pm Amatuer dancers will show off their skills in a variety of styles, capped off with a stunning Professional Show! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

$30 – $120

All-New SHREK THE MUSICAL at the Marcus Performing Arts Center

Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Performances will take place Friday, March 22, 2024 at 7:30pm and Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 2:00pm. Audiences can expect a SHREK that feels both familiar and refreshingly new, inviting everyone to “fall in love all ogre again.” “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of […]

$50 – $150

Milwaukee Recreation’s Egg-Stravaganza at Bay View HS and Andrew Douglas MS Twilight Centers

Bay View High School Twilight Center Milwaukee, WI, United States +1 more

Milwaukee Recreation is hosting our annual Spring Egg-stravaganza event at two Twilight Centers! Join us for an egg hunt, carnival games, coloring, arts & crafts, and more! Mad Science and Artists Working in Education (AWE) will also leading arts and crafts workshops for participants, while supplies last. These are free, drop-in events. Registration is not required. […]

Free

Babbling Babes: Sunday Brunch at Story Hill BKC

Join us at Babbling Babes Sunday Brunch Series - a chance to connect with other local moms in some of the best brunch spots in the Milwaukee area!   🥂Your reservation covers your first drink and is non-refundable. If you must cancel, it will be applied to the group gratuity. This is a mom only […]

$12

Hops & Soda Pops at Sprecher Brewery

Sprecher Brewery 701 W Glendale Avenue, Glendale, WI, United States

The Easter Bunny hops into Sprecher, March 24th. Have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny, and then while on a brewery tour, we’ll put your photo on Sprecher Root Beer bottles! Gift them to your family and friends, enjoy yourself, or use them or as part of your yearly easter egg hunt! There will […]

$5 – $12

Maple Sugar Days 2024 at Wehr Nature Center

Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

Maple Sugar Days 2024 Saturday & Sunday, March 23 & 24 from 12-4pm Join us at our 44th Annual Maple Sugar Days to hear the surprising stories behind your favorite sticky treat. Learn how the indigenous peoples of North America created the first maple sugar and continue their sacred tradition today. Meet one of our […]

$25 – $75

March Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

American Science & Surplus 6901 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Family Art Night at the North Shore Library

North Shore Library WI, United States

Let’s create art! Bring the whole family and make your own masterpieces inspired by the works of famous artists.

Free

School Day Off Workshops: Animal Kingdom Adventures at Danceworks Milwaukee (5K-5th Grade)

Danceworks 1661 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 22: Feathered Friends / March 25: Down On The Farm / March 26: Brilliant Bugs / 9am-4pm at our Water Street location Lions and Tigers, and Bears, OH MY! Explore and learn all about the wonders of the animal kingdom on a day off from school. Dance, theater, visual art, and much more will be part […]

$50
Event Series Sunbeam Kids 2024 Activities

Sorting Clothes for Foster Children at Robyn’s Nest with Sunbeam Kids

Robyn's Nest-Children's Wisconsin 620 S 76th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Robyn's Nest is a program of Children's Hospital (CHW) that supplies new and gently used clothing, hygiene products, infant items, toys, books and other household goods free to the families within the foster care system as well as those identified to have unmet needs through CHW.  On Tuesday, March 26th from 4:30 - 5:30 pm SBK […]

Free
Event Series MSOE Grohmann Museum 2024

Kids’ Art Days at MSOE’s Grohmann Museum

Grohmann Museum - MSOE 1000 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 27 from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Grohmann Museum invites children and their families to two Kids’ Art Days this March! These drop-in art activities in the stART lab (Lower Level) are offered free with admission. Come to the Museum for a tour at noon and beginning at 1pm you can create your […]

$5

Robots Run Wild at Milwaukee Central Downtown Library

Milwaukee Public Library / Main Branch - Central 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Wednesday, March 27 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm at Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Can you guide a Sphero robot through an obstacle course? Can you program a Bee Bot to go through a maze? Test your skills and learn about some of the women who pioneered coding and robotics along the way.  […]

Free

Friends and Family Game Night at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park

Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Thursday, March 28 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm Free   Washington Park temporary location: Washington Park Pool House 4023 W. Galena St. Milwaukee, WI Calling everyone for an evening of laughter and friendly competition at Washington Park! Bring your favorite board games or choose from our selection. Come for popcorn and more! Please note: Dates and […]

Free
Event Series Havenwoods State Forest 2024

Spring Adventure Day at Havenwoods State Forest in Milwaukee

Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N. Hopkins Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Friday, March 29 from 10:00am - 3:00pm Enjoy a day full of fun at Havenwoods State Forest while school is out! Outdoor adventures, indoor crafts and fun activities to engage school-age children will be available all day. Explore and play while making new friends. This event is for children accompanied by a guardian. Please dress for the […]

TBD

Book ‘Snuggler’ Story Time at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee

Jewish Museum Milwaukee 1360 N Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

DATES/TIMES:  Friday, March 29 at 10:30 am & Sunday, April 14 at 2:30 pm LOCATION: Jewish Museum Milwaukee 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: (It's Museum Story Time MKE!)    

$10 – $35

Spring Break Schedule at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

March 25-29 from 11:00am - 2:00pm Ever dream of rocketing into space or being an astronaut in Earth's orbit? Explore these fascinating journeys and beyond with NASA astronaut Karen Nyberg and her robot helper, S.L.O.T.H.! That’s short for Space Life Operations Trainer for Humans. Join us for this fun Planetarium program for all ages. We are currently giving FREE eclipse […]

$5

Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time / March 29 at 1:00pm This feature illustrates the important role played by astronomical observation for the evolution of the pre-Hispanic cultures in central Mexico. They used the calendrical and astronomical knowledge inherited by the predecessor cultures to find the capital of their empire: Tenochititian. Vibrant colors, shapes and sounds […]

$5
Event Series St Ann Center Open Swim 2024

Family Night Open Swim at St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care

St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care 2801 E Morgan Ave, Milwaukee, United States

FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - Lucky St Patrick’s Day! St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, March 29th for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is Lucky St Patrick’s Day! - $5 per person - Kids 3 […]

$10 – $30

Milwaukee Admirals Dog Days Game

UW Panther Arena 400 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 29, 2024 at 7:00pm / Milwaukee Admirals Dog Days Game Enjoy an Admirals game with your best four-legged friends! Tickets for humans are just $20 while dog tickets are $5. A portion from each ticket sold will go to HAWS of Waukesha. Dog seating area will be in sections 404 to 412. Seating is […]

$65 – $300

Saturday Morning Cartoons: Lyla In The Loop at Rooted MKE (Ages 4-8)

Rooted MKE 5312 W Vliet Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Saturdays, March 2 / 9 / 16 /30 from 9:00am - 10:00am at Rooted MKE 5312 W Vliet St Milwaukee WI Join us at Rooted MKE for a unique Saturday morning experience with our ' Rooted Saturday Morning Cartoons & Cereal' series! Every Saturday, families are invited to enjoy the delightful PBS KIDS show 'Lyla […]

$5

Cloud 9 Workshop Maker Studio Hours

Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Maker Studio - an inspiring art studio for kids & adults with weekly rotating projects Ignite your creativity with every visit. Enjoy projects in every art media imaginable with ease and encouragement. Studio guides will answer questions, provide technique demonstrations, & give inspiration boosts when needed. Projects for ages 6-adult rotate weekly. Please note: Dates […]

$15 – $30

Easter Bunny Trains At The East Troy Electric Railroad

East Troy Railroad Museum 2002 Church St, East Troy, United States

Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! It's Time for Easter Bunny Trains! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Bunny Trains will be early again this year, since Easter is also early. The trains will run March 23-24 & 29-30. Tickets will go on sale in […]

$10 – $70
Event Series 2024 Milwaukee Domes Events

Mitchell Park Domes Presents 2024 Spring Show: Abstracting Georgia O’Keeffe

The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Show Runs from March 30-May 27, 2024 at the Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI A floral tribute to the art of Georgia O’Keeffe unfolds in the show dome, revealing the blooms of spring in all their glory. Immerse yourself in this unique exhibit and identify the flowers that bring you joy. […]

$9 – $20

Spring Break Bash at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI  Spring break is here and we are excited to play! Our special hours of operation are: March 21-30: 9 am-4:30 pm March 31: Closed April 1-5: 9 am-4:30 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

$10 – $25

Egg Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo

Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

Saturday, March 30 from 9:30am - 3:00pm Let your “hare” down and enjoy a day so “egg-citing” you could “dye.” Egg Day is a special event at the Zoo for the entire family. You and your “peeps” can put on a pair of bunny ears at the entrance. Enjoy a complimentary slice of Racine Danish […]

$20 – $35

Airplane Egg Drop in Grafton

Grafton High School 1950 Washington St, Grafton, WI, United States

Mark your calendars for our annual AIRPLANE EGG DROP and register today. Come join us for an EGGcellent time watching THOUSANDS of eggs drop from an airplane and then collect all you can fit in your basket! Find one of 10 GOLDEN EGGS to win special giveaway prizes. For added fun, we have doubled up […]

Free

HOP to the Movies! Easter Activities At Marcus Area Cinemas

Marcus Theatres WI, United States

HOP to the Movies! Saturday, March 30 at 10:00 am Hop or fly to your nearest participating Marcus Theatre or Movie Tavern location for a fun-filled Easter event! Schedule: 10:00 am - Doors open / 10:30 am - Easter egg hunt / 11:00 am - Movie showtime Activities will include: Pictures with the Easter Bunny / […]

$9

Spring Egg Hunt at Riveredge

Riveredge Nature Center 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, United States

Join us for a special egg hunt event, Riveredge style! Families are invited to hike ~1 mile trail while children encounter stations to gather eggs from. Our eggs are filled with candy-free, nature inspired objects- some include tickets, which can be redeemed for a prize of your child’s choice. After your hike, enjoy the springtime […]

$5 – $10

Spring Break Programming at the Milwaukee Public Museum

Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

SPRING BREAK PROGRAMMING March 25-30 and April 1-5 / 10 am - noon and 1 - 3 pm Spring (Break) is in the air! Join MPM Educators in hands-on activities celebrating the best parts of the season. We'll feature butterflies, botany, and birds every day! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

$45 – $140

Eggstravaganza at the Racine Zoo

Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

Saturday, March 30 from 10:00am - 4:00pm Gather the little ones and enjoy an Easter-themed day to put a little "spring" in your step! Be sure to bring your own basket for our candy hunt! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]

$20 – $70

Spring Break Hours at the Milwaukee Art Museum

Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 26-31, 2024, during Museum hours at the Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N Art Museum Drive Milwaukee, WI The Milwaukee Art Museum and its Kohl's Art Studio will be open Tuesday–Sunday, March 26–31. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

$22
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Photos With The Easter Bunny At Southridge Mall

Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

  Hop on in and take your family photos with the Easter Bunny from March 15th through March 30th! Walk-ups are welcome but reservations are strongly recommended here. Bunny is located on the lower level in Center Court. *𝘉𝘶𝘯𝘯𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 4:00𝘱𝘮 - 4:30𝘱𝘮 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 3:00𝘱𝘮 - 3:30𝘱𝘮 𝘰𝘯 𝘚𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴. 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗻𝘆 […]

$35 – $55

Germantown Easter Egg Hunt

Firemen's Park W162N11870 Park Ave, Germantown, WI, United States

Hop on over to Firemen's Park in Germantown for the 30th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Bring an Easter basket or bucket to collect eggs. This event is FREE and for ages 1-7.  In case of inclement weather, please call 262-250-4711 for updates. Children are divided into age categories: Ages 1-3, Ages 4-5, Ages 6-7. This […]

Free

Barnes and Noble Storytime at BAYSHORE

Barnes and Noble BAYSHORE 5755 N Bayshore Drive, Glendale, WI, United States

Join Barnes and Noble BAYSHORE for spring themed story time and activities! 

Free

Slime Pop Up Class at Creative Chaos Milwaukee (Ages 4-14)

Creative Chaos 2221 E Capitol Drive, Shorewood, United States

March 30 from 11:00am - 12:00pm Does your kiddo love slime? Do you hate the sticky messy? Drop them off at Creative Chaos and we'll handle it!! Everyone will get to create their own slime at this fun pop up class. Make sure to register, spaces are limited! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]

$20

Paint Party for Kids: Wooden Bunny Basket at Vibez Creative Arts Space

Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity at our Paint Party for Kids: Wooden Bunny Basket event! Let your child's imagination run wild as they paint their very own wooden bunny basket to use for Easter egg hunts or as a cute decoration. This in-person event will be held at 5706 N Centerpark Way in Glendale, […]

$20

Great Villa Egg Hunt at Villa Terrace Milwaukee

Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N Terrace Ave, Milwaukee, United States

March 30, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join us Saturday, March 30 for the 2024 Great Villa Egg Hunt from 10 a.m. to noon. This event is a bring-you-own-basket style hunt, with treats to find throughout our gardens and first floor. $5 Per Child Advance Sale OR $10 at the Door Please note: […]

$5 – $10

Deep Lake Future Immersive Art Playground at Var Gallery Milwaukee

Small Works Gallery 700 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Deep Lake Future is an immersive adventure created by Milwaukee-based multimedia production studio FuzzPop Workshop.​  The experience transports visitors of all ages to a surreal underwater future in which invasive species have overrun the Great Lakes ecosystem. Join an expedition to explore interactive sculptural elements, hidden passageways, state-of-the-art projection mapping, and a 3D soundscape. Deep Lake […]

$10 – $40

Lights Out! Eclipses: Whys, Wonders, Wows! At the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

Lights Out! Eclipses: Whys, Wonders, Wows! / Saturdays in March at 1:00pm Explore fascinating eclipse stories--from long ago scariness--to amazing stories of discovery .It is built to be timeless — where each planetarium can add its own upcoming eclipses. There’s a fun interactive part to model both a total and annular eclipse. Experience the wonder […]

$5

Party for Kids: Wooden Egg at Vibez Creative Art Space

Vibez Creative Arts Space (Bayshore) 5706 N. Centerpark Way, Glendale, WI, United States

Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity at our Paint Party for Kids: Wooden Egg event! Let your child's imagination run wild as they paint their very own wooden egg to use for Easter egg hunts or as a cute decoration. This in-person event will be held at 5706 N Centerpark Way in Glendale, so mark […]

$10

Laser Show at the UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 1, March 8, March 15 , March 23, March 30 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm at the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Join us for an exhilarating journey through the cosmos! Immerse yourself in a stunning display of laser lights projected onto our planetarium dome and choreographed to your favorite space-themed music. […]

$20 – $60
Event Series Fiserv Forum 2024 Events

Cirque du Soleil: Crystal at the Fiserv Forum

Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 30 & 31/ Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI   Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – a one-of-a-kind production that brings the circus arts to the ice for the very first time. With seven jaw-dropping traditional circus acts all thrillingly adapted for Cirque du Soleil’s first foray into a brand-new creative territory […]

$50 – $350
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

Ancient Aliens Live at The Pabst Theater Milwaukee

Pabst Theater 144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 30 at 7:30pm at the Pabst Theater Milwaukee WI Ancient Aliens LIVE: Project Earth is an experiential extension of Ancient Aliens that explores the theory that extraterrestrials have visited Earth for millions of years. The ninety-minute live experience celebrates the long-running program Ancient Aliens on The HISTORY Channel and features leading Ancient Astronaut theorist […]

$40 – $60

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