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.

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Public Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena Brookfield

Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

 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 […]

$7 – $10
Event Series Milwaukee Brewers 2025

Sunday Family Fun Day: MKE Brewers Game at American Family Field

American Family Field 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Sunday Family Fun Day at Brewers GameAmerican Family Field 1 Brewers Way Milwaukee WISunday, April 6, 2025 - Game begins at 1:10 pmThe 2025 MLB Season is now underway! The Milwaukee Brewers are hosting a 4-game series against the Cincinnati Reds this weekend, and Sundays at American Family Field are especially fun for families. Take […]

$22 – $147
Event Series First Stage 2025

First Stage Milwaukee Presents Ride The Cyclone (Ages 7-17)

Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts 929 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$22 – $40

April Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

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

Join us on Sundays in April 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
Event Series Forte Theatre Company 2025

Forte Theatre Company Presents: The Secret Garden in Franklin

Saber Center for the Performing Arts 8222 S 51st St, Franklin, WI, United States

At the Saber Center for the Performing Arts in Franklin. April 5 @7pm, April 6 @2pm, April 11 @7pm, April 12 @2pm, April 12 @7pm, April 13 @2pm This enchanting classic of children's literature is reimagined in brilliant musical style and presented by Forte’s professional Mainstage Series. When young, orphaned Mary Lennox is sent to […]

$20 – $30

Milwaukee Art Museum Lego Make & Take at Bricks & Minifigs North Shore

Bricks and Minifigs 2838 W Rawson Ave, Franklin, United States

Join us at Bricks & Minifigs North Shore MKE on Sunday April 6th for a special LEGO Make & Take event featuring the iconic Milwaukee Art Museum!   Date: Sunday, April 6 Time: 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm Cost: $60 (includes the build & event) Location: Bricks & Minifigs North Shore MKE   Participants will receive a […]

$65
Event Series First Stage 2025

First Stage Milwaukee Presents Finding Nemo (Ages 5-12) – Sign Language Interpreted

Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts 929 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$22 – $40
Event Series 2025 Cinema

A Minecraft Movie at the Times Cinema MKE

Times Cinema 5906 W. VLIET ST, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where creativity doesn’t just help you craft, it’s essential to one’s survival! Four misfits—Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers) and Dawn (Brooks)—find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives […]

$8 – $12
Event Series 2025 at The Ingleside Hotel

Lights of Spring at The Ingleside Hotel Pewaukee

Ingleside Hotel & Waterpark 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$7
Event Series 2025 Cinema

A Minecraft Movie at the Times Cinema MKE

Times Cinema 5906 W. VLIET ST, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where creativity doesn’t just help you craft, it’s essential to one’s survival! Four misfits—Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers) and Dawn (Brooks)—find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives […]

$8 – $12

Daytime Open Gym Mondays at LaFleur’s Gymnastics

LaFleur's Gymnastics W189N10991 Kleinmann Dr, Germantown, WI

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 […]

Free – $10

Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

Kids Empire Glendale 5794 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, Wisconsin, United States

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 […]

$23

Photos with the Easter Bunny at Southridge Mall

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

April 4th, 2025-April 19th, 2025 The Easter Bunny is hopping into Southridge Mall April 5th through April 19th!  Bring your family to Center Court for a fun photo session with the Bunny and create precious memories. Walk-ins are welcome, but why wait? 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$40 – $60

Eat Your Reads – Story time with a Snack at Villard Square Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Monday, April 7 from 3:00pm - 4:30pm at Villard Square Library 5190 N 35th St Milwaukee WI Join us as we read a story and make a snack while we talk about books! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

Free

Let Down Your Hair: Playdate with a Tower Princess at the Little Village Play Cafe

The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

April 7 from 4pm-5:30pm Let down your hair and get ready for the best day ever—a very special princess visits Little Village Play Café for an enchanted playdate straight out of a fairy tale! Enjoy interactive play with the princess (and her trusty ukulele—no frying pans required!) Create a royal craft to take home Explore […]

$45

Ninja Open Gym at Altius Gymnastics Academy Franklin (Ages 6+ Including Adults)

Altius Gymnastics Academy 9670 S Franklin Dr, Franklin, WI, United States

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.

$12 – $14

Babbling Babes x The Play Retreat in Mequon: FREE Mom + Baby Group

The Play Retreat 1406 W Mequon Road, Mequon, United States

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 […]

Free

Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center (Ages 2-4)

Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

This monthly program is an opportunity for nature exploration and discovery for children. Wee Wonders offers hands-on experiences about a variety of nature topics. Cost is $5 per child per program, ages 2-4. Upcoming programs are listed below, with full details and descriptions on our website: February 11 from 9:30am - 10:30am Wait, Rest, Pause […]

$5

Parenting Skills: Group Triple P at St. Francis Children’s Center

St Francis Children's Center 6700 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Parenting isn't always easy. Join us to learn a variety of parenting skills and strategies that work! This is for parents with kids ages 2-12. Build strong healthy relationships with your children with tips and strategies Find out why kids act up and encourage better behaviors Take care of yourself as a parent Please note: […]

Free

Toddler Storytime at the St Francis Library (Ages 1.5-3)

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

Toddler Storytime at the St Francis Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave St Francis WI Tuesdays, January 7-April 29, 2025 from 10:00am - 10:30am  Ages 1.5-3 (older siblings welcome) Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and […]

Free

Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

Kids Empire Glendale 5794 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, Wisconsin, United States

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 […]

$23

Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop in Shorewood

Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

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 […]

Free

Photos with the Easter Bunny at Southridge Mall

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

April 4th, 2025-April 19th, 2025 The Easter Bunny is hopping into Southridge Mall April 5th through April 19th!  Bring your family to Center Court for a fun photo session with the Bunny and create precious memories. Walk-ins are welcome, but why wait? 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$40 – $60

After School at Area Milwaukee Public Libraries

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +7 more

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: […]

Free

French Club for Kids! at East Library (Ages 6-12)

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Family Game Night at Good Hope Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch 7715 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Family Game Night Tuesday, April 8 from 4:30-5:30 pm at Good Hope Library 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Bring the whole family for game night at Good Hope! Learn a new game, enjoy a classic, or play on the Switch during this all-ages evening program. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

Free

Board Game Night at Center Street Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Wee Wonders at Retzer Nature Center (Ages 2-4)

Retzer Nature Center S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

This monthly program is an opportunity for nature exploration and discovery for children. Wee Wonders offers hands-on experiences about a variety of nature topics. Cost is $5 per child per program, ages 2-4. Upcoming programs are listed below, with full details and descriptions on our website: February 11 from 9:30am - 10:30am Wait, Rest, Pause […]

$5
Event Series 2025 Milwaukee Domes Events

Storytime At The Domes MKE

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

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 […]

$18

Move and Groove at the St Francis Library (Ages 5 and under)

St Francis Public Library 4230 S Nicholson Ave, St Francis, WI, United States

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, […]

Free

Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

Kids Empire Glendale 5794 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, Wisconsin, United States

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 […]

$23

April Planetarium Programs at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

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

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 […]

$5

Photos with the Easter Bunny at Southridge Mall

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

April 4th, 2025-April 19th, 2025 The Easter Bunny is hopping into Southridge Mall April 5th through April 19th!  Bring your family to Center Court for a fun photo session with the Bunny and create precious memories. Walk-ins are welcome, but why wait? 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$40 – $60

National Board Game Day at Zablocki Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

National Board Game Day Wednesday, April 9 from 1-5 pm Zablocki Library - 3501 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI Celebrate National Board Game Day at the library! Stop by the Zablocki Library Branch and enjoy some classic board games or learn something new. All ages welcome. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

Free

Builders’ Club at Central Library Downtown Milwaukee

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

Builders' Club Wednesdays from 3-5 pm Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

Free

After School at Area Milwaukee Public Libraries

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +7 more

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: […]

Free

DIY Kaleidoscopes at East Library

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

DIY Kaleidoscopes Wednesday, April 9 from 3:30-5 pm East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Ever wonder how kaleidoscopes work? Come learn how this amazing tool works with just the use of light, colorful objects and mirrors. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

Free

Celebrate National Unicorn Day at Wonderland Bookshop in Shorewood

Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

Join us for a full day of unicorn fun! All day long (10am-6pm) we will have unicorn crafts, treats, and deals for you to enjoy, and at 4:00pm we will have a special unicorn story time. We hope to see you there!   Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally […]

Free

Indoor Play at Kids Empire in Glendale

Kids Empire Glendale 5794 N Bayshore Dr, Glendale, Wisconsin, United States

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 […]

$23
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime at Barnes and Noble Brookfield

Barnes and Noble Brookfield 95 N Moorland Road Unit C-1, Brookfield, WI, United States

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.

Free

Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop in Shorewood

Wonderland Bookshop 4001 N Downer Avenue, Shorewood, Wisconsin

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 […]

Free

Photos with the Easter Bunny at Southridge Mall

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

April 4th, 2025-April 19th, 2025 The Easter Bunny is hopping into Southridge Mall April 5th through April 19th!  Bring your family to Center Court for a fun photo session with the Bunny and create precious memories. Walk-ins are welcome, but why wait? 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$40 – $60

After School at Area Milwaukee Public Libraries

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square 5190 N. 35th St., Milwaukee, WI, United States +7 more

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: […]

Free
Event Series West Suburbs 2025 Events

Community Yoga at the Wauwatosa Public Library

Wauwatosa Public Libary 7635 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI

Community Yoga Wauwatosa Public LibraryThursdays @ 5:30pm Join me for a community yoga class at the Wauwatosa Public Library (most Thursdays) at 5:30 pm*. Each week, I'll lead you through a relaxing 45-minute yoga flow.  Please see below for full schedule and check back for any updates. This is a "pay what you'd like" donation-based class […]

$5 – $10
Event Series 2025 at The Ingleside Hotel

Lights of Spring at The Ingleside Hotel Pewaukee

Ingleside Hotel & Waterpark 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$7
Event Series 2025 Events at Arts At Large

Jam House at Arts At Large Milwaukee

Arts At Large 1100 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 6 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm / April 10 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Jam House is free and open to all, offering a welcoming space for creativity, collaboration, and fun. Whether you’re an experienced musician, want to try something new, or enjoy live music, it’s the perfect place to get involved […]

Free
Event Series First Stage 2025

First Stage Milwaukee Presents Ride The Cyclone (Ages 7-17)

Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts 929 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$22 – $40

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