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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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Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Sessions at BBCM

Sensory-Friendly Sessions at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These special playtimes include open-play and facilitated Programming. Advanced reservations are recommended. For more information, Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$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
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27

Fox and Branch Family Folk Music Concert at Anodyne Coffee (Walker’s Point)

Anodyne - Walkers Point 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

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
Event Series Milwaukee Public Museum 2025 Events

Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Thank You Thursday

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

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 […]

Free

Free Admission Day at Villa Terrace Milwaukee Lakefront

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

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free
Event Series In-Store Kids Workshop at Home Depot

In-Store Kids Workshop at Home Depot

Join us at your local Home Depot location on the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for FREE in-person Kids Workshops. Schedule (while supplies last) December: Holiday Snow Globe January: Piggy Bank February: Valentine's Candy Box Locations (Milwaukee Area) North Shore (just west of Shorewood) Wauwatosa West Allis Menomonee Falls […]

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
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
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free

Monthly Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)

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

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 […]

Free

Take it Outside Day at the Urban Ecology Center Menomonee Valley

Urban Ecology Center Menomonee Valley 3700 W. Pierce Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Take it Outside Day on Saturday  It's FREE! Urban Ecology Center Menomonee Valley 3700 W Pierce St Milwaukee WI Take it Outside Day January 25 / April 19 / July 12 from 10:00am - 2:00pm  Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Sessions at BBCM

Sensory-Friendly Sessions at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These special playtimes include open-play and facilitated Programming. Advanced reservations are recommended. For more information, Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$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

Community Access Day at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
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
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27

Fox and Branch Family Folk Music Concert at Anodyne Coffee (Walker’s Point)

Anodyne - Walkers Point 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Sessions at BBCM

Sensory-Friendly Sessions at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These special playtimes include open-play and facilitated Programming. Advanced reservations are recommended. For more information, Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$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

Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free
Event Series In-Store Kids Workshop at Home Depot

In-Store Kids Workshop at Home Depot

Join us at your local Home Depot location on the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for FREE in-person Kids Workshops. Schedule (while supplies last) December: Holiday Snow Globe January: Piggy Bank February: Valentine's Candy Box Locations (Milwaukee Area) North Shore (just west of Shorewood) Wauwatosa West Allis Menomonee Falls […]

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
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
Event Series Milwaukee Public Museum 2025 Events

Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Thank You Thursday

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

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 […]

Free

Free Admission Day at Villa Terrace Milwaukee Lakefront

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

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free

Monthly Free Family Art Workshops at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (*Pre-registration Required*)

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

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2025 Events at the Urban Ecology Center

Take it Outside Day at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park

Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park 1500 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Take it Outside Day at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park 1500 E Park Pl Milwaukee WI December 28 / February 15 / May 17 / August 9  (For everyone) Join us at Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center for an opportunity to get outside! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Sessions at BBCM

Sensory-Friendly Sessions at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These special playtimes include open-play and facilitated Programming. Advanced reservations are recommended. For more information, Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$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
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
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

Community Access Day at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

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 […]

Free
Event Series 2025 Story Times

Storytime Fridays at Barnes and Noble Southland Center Racine

Barnes and Noble Southland Center 2710 South Green Bay Rd, Racine, United States

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.

Free

Story Time in the Galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

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 […]

$20 – $27
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Sessions at BBCM

Sensory-Friendly Sessions at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

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

Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These special playtimes include open-play and facilitated Programming. Advanced reservations are recommended. For more information, Look Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$5

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