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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.
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! Christmas Train (East Troy Railroad Museum) East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 Experience the magic of the holidays with a ride on the East Troy Railroad’s Christmas Train to Santa’s Workshop at the Elegant Farmer. This two-hour journey includes a visit with […]
Santa’s Christmas Calvalcade (Free!) Sat, December 7, 2023 | Departs at 5:15pm from Milwaukee Public MarketFri, December 13, 2023 | Departs at 5:15pm from Milwaukee Public Market See Santa and Mrs. Claus on this festive route riding atop a vintage fire truck featuring local singer/songwriter Sarah Fierek with original holiday tunes. Route departs from the Milwaukee Public Market's Water […]
TRUE Skool Student Showcase Gallery Celebration Date:December 13, 2024 Location: MIAD (Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design) Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity and empowerment at TRUE Skool’s Student Showcase & Gallery Celebration! Our talented youth will display their incredible collective works of visual art, poetry, […]
Thanks to generous grants from the Greater Cedarburg Foundation and Festivals of Cedarburg, Inc., a charming 15' x 15' gingerbread house graces Cedarburg's Washington Avenue for the entire Christmas season. When Santa's not in to greet guests, you can peek in the windows to see his charming fireplace and the toys he and the elves […]
December 13-14, 2024 from 5-8 pm (register for a specific time slot) Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center @ 1130 N 60th St Milwaukee WI See Hawthorn Glen in a new light as you stroll through trails that are twinkling with holiday cheer. Tens of thousands of lights will illuminate the beauty of the Glen, winding […]
Jingle Bus Rides *Weather permitting* December 5 – December 29 Thu – Sun | 5pm to 9pm Courtyard Milwaukee Downtown 414.220.4700 | milwaukeeholidaylights.com Ooh and ahh at the winter wonderland scenes scattered throughout Downtown Milwaukee by hopping on a Jingle Bus tour, powered by KB Excursions. This 40-minute narrated tour highlights the main attractions of the […]
Country Christmas Drive-Through Nights at The Ingleside Hotel November 29-January 1, 2025 Admission: $25 per carload or minivan (Sun-Thurs); $35 per carload or minivan (Fri-Sat and peak) Drive-through nights start this weekend at Country Christmas, a mile-long trail with more than one million holiday lights, including the 200-foot Bearville Tunnel with 30,000 computerized lights. Afterward, […]
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo November 30-December 31, 2024 (Closed Dec. 2, 9, 16, 24, and 25), 5:30- 9 p.m. (Gates close at 8:15 p.m.) Admission: Adults $20; Children (3-12) $18; Children (2 and Under) FREE. Save $2 per ticket when you purchase in […]
Zoo Year’s Eve at Wild Lights December 31st, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (admission gates close at 8:15 pm) Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI Introducing Zoo Year’s Eve, a unique New Year’s Eve celebration at the Milwaukee County Zoo. This special occasion transforms the zoo into a luminous wonderland […]
December 13 / January 17 / February 21 at the Briscoe Family YMCA from 6:00pm - 8:00pm / 7095 South Ballpark Drive Suite 120 Franklin WI Big screen fun! Relax and spend some quality time with your family and friends at the Y. There will be tasty snacks and drinks to enjoy while we watch […]
The Racine Theatre Guild's Children's Theatre 2519 Northwestern Ave Racine WI 53404 Runs Dec 13 – Dec 22, 2024 Silent night? Not a chance. The six horrible Herdman siblings crash Sunday school and cause havoc when they audition for the annual Christmas pageant. Stealing snacks and smoking cigars, with catastrophe around every corner, the director, […]
Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water Street Milwaukee WI Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer with a magical stage adaptation by First Stage. Join Rudolph and his friends in a story about embracing differences, filled with holiday cheer that’s perfect for kids and families alike. Shows run from November 29 […]
The Box Theatre Company W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc WI 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.
UWM Panther Arena 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.
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. 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: (Skate The Pettit MKE!)
Light The Hoan (Free!) In conjunction with Milwaukee Downtown BID Christmas Cavalcade. 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.
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 […]
Voices of Glad Tidings Experience one of Bel Canto’s most beloved traditions in one of Milwaukee’s most beautiful spaces! Christmas at the Basilica will feature choir, brass, and organ for a program of familiar favorites and fresh new settings, anchored by John Rutter’s thrilling Gloria. Come take in the sights and sounds of the holidays, […]
DECEMBER 7, DECEMBER 13, DECEMBER 14, DECEMBER 19, DECEMBER 23 at 7:30pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water Street Milwaukee WI After its landmark opening year of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! Journey into the Imaginarium to experience the […]
School for the Arts Productions Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts students are proud to present Into the Woods JR. Students in 6-10th grade will bring this classic tale to life in the Marla Eichmann Studio Theater. December 12 @ 7:30 pm December 13 @ 7:30 pm December 14 @ 2:00 pm December 14 @ 7:30 pm December […]
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 […]
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, the beautifully restored Rivoli Theater in the heart of Cedarburg features great holiday classics on the big screen! The 2024 Holiday Film Series will run daily November 29 through December 23. All movies are $4. Visit our Rivoli Theater page for a full schedule.
Santa’s Dash Away 5k is a holiday-themed fun run for all ages. Runners who register in advance receive a themed race packet which includes a fun T-shirt and costume accessories. All proceeds go directly towards the Cedarburg Christmas Committee, which coordinates Santa’s Cedarburg Workshop each holiday season. This year, join us for a festive and […]
Milwaukee Hmong New Year Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI 5321 Every year around the second weekend in December, the Milwaukee Hmong community and the Hmong Consortium host a New Year celebration to carry on their thousands-year-old tradition. Each year, this culturally significant event draws 20,000 plus Hmong […]
Celebrate the season with The Pfister Hotel’s beloved Breakfast with Santa on December 7, 8, 14, and 15! Families can enjoy a festive breakfast buffet in the Grand Ballroom, featuring made-to-order pancakes and holiday favorites. Kids will love taking photos with Santa, receiving a special gift, and making holiday crafts. Choose from two seatings: 8:30–10:00 […]
10th Annual Pancake Breakfast - December 14th, 2024 at 9 am West Allis Fire Fighters Local 342 Charities is hosting our 10th annual all-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast. Enjoy pancakes and sausage served on the apparatus floor. Have the opportunity to check out the fire trucks, talk with firefighters, and dress up like a firefighter. Bring the Family […]
Breakfast with Santa at Saint Kate Create lasting holiday memories with Brunch with Santa at Saint Kate’s Simone Ballroom on December 7, 8, 14, and 15! Enjoy a festive brunch featuring chef-made waffles, traditional buffet favorites, and the chance to meet Santa. Kids can take photos, make holiday crafts, and receive a special gift from […]
Bring your family out to your local Fleet Farm location and make holiday memories at our FREE Christmas Ornament Crafting Event! We'll have all the supplies ready, so you can come in and make your very-own ornament to hang on the tree this year and beyond. This event is open to kids of ALL ages, […]
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 […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! Christmas Train (East Troy Railroad Museum) East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 Experience the magic of the holidays with a ride on the East Troy Railroad’s Christmas Train to Santa’s Workshop at the Elegant Farmer. This two-hour journey includes a visit with […]
Bring your family and friends to Shalom Wildlife Zoo in West Bend for the annual Christmas at the Zoo event. Walk, or in the warmth of your own car, relax and enjoy the wildlife and the unique Holiday displays and decorations. The drive-thru will take one hour. After your trip through the zoo, enjoy entrance […]
Join us at Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath, and Lighting Store in Whitefish Bay on Dec 14th 9:30am to 11:00am for story time and gingerbread house building for your little builders! This is event is co-sponsored with the She Built Foundation. It is a free event, but $15 donations towards the She Built Foundation would be greatly […]
The holiday season is in full swing here at Black Bear Children's Boutique in Shorewood, and we have a lineup of events you won't want to miss! 11/30: Join us on Small Business Saturday! We'll kick off the morning with a FREE story and craft at 10am. Stay for mimosas, sale shopping, a raffle, […]
Join the PAW Patrol pups as they unleash their mighty superpowers in the all-new live show, PAW Patrol Live! "A Mighty Adventure" coming to Miller High Life Theatre this December! With heroic action, catchy tunes and bark-loads of interactive fun, PAW Patrol’s electrifying new adventure is sure to leave tails wagging and audiences cheering! Please […]
FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 5, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 5, 2024, 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. BLUE SPRING LAKE SEGMENT HIKE Thursday, October 10, 2024, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 12, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9:00 - […]
Open Crafting on Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Grab your project and meet up with fellow crafters at the Havenwoods State Forest Nature Center on the morning of the second Saturday of every month. This event is free and open to adult members of the public. All portable crafts are welcome: […]
Santa Claus is Coming to Mallards Bayshore for a Festive Family Breakfast! Bring the whole family to Mallards Bayshore for a special holiday event filled with festive cheer! From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Bayshore location (5689 N. Bayshore Drive, Glendale, WI 53217), Santa Claus will be here to spread holiday joy. Join […]
Zawadi Day SATURDAY FROM 10 AM - 2 PM | WISCONSIN BLACK HISTORICAL SOCIETY This family pre-Kwanzaa event features gift making, African dance and drumming, a writing workshop and a Kwanzaa class. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
Winterfest Saturday, December 14 from 10 am-3 pm Washington Park Library 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI Celebrate the winter season at the Washington Park Branch during Winterfest! The day's events include Fast Winter Quick Bites with Chef Udulutch, a performance by Nefertari African Dance Company, Painting with Vibez, live animals with Ms. Kim's Amazing […]
Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67 Eagle WI Experience nostalgic holiday traditions at Old World Wisconsin’s Home for the Holidays! Running through December, this event offers an immersive celebration of various seasonal customs from Victorian, Scandinavian, and German cultures. Join in the festive fun at Old World Wisconsin on December 7-8 and 14-15, 2024, from […]
Enjoy all that our 3rd annual European inspired Christkindl Market has to offer on Saturday December 14, presented by Bank Five Nine. Join us for: -Horse drawn carriage rides-LIVE Reindeer-Pictures inside Santa’s Workshop -Indoor and Outdoor Holiday Vendors-Best German Bands in Wisconsin-German Cuisine ~ brats, stollen, and much more-Gluhwein with the 2024 commemorative mug-Beer […]
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 Monday - Thursday: 10am-8pm Friday - Sunday: 10am-10pm Pricing Adults: 2 free entires […]
Don't miss Santa pictures at Mayfair Mall! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. 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.
Greater Milwaukee's CHRISTKINDLMARKT & European Holiday Festival Tosa Holiday Market | December 4th - 22nd, 2024 Monday - Thursday 3pm to 9pm Friday - Saturday 10am to 10pm Sunday 10am to 6pm The Village of Wauwatosa transforms into a European-style market, where charming chalets and festive booths offer handcrafted goods, delicious treats, and holiday cheer. […]
SUGAR & SPICE GINGERBREAD HOUSE WORKSHOP December 14 & 15 | December 21 & 22 Join us for a sweet time at our Sugar & Spice Gingerbread House Workshop! Unleash your creativity and get into the holiday spirit at our gingerbread house decorating event. Our dedicated Pastry Team will provide pre-assembled houses and all the […]
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) Now through December 31, 2024 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
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 […]
A Flurry of Friends! Saturday, December 14 from 10:30-11:15 am Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI It's Snowtime! Can you make a showstopper of a snowperson using a flurry of everyday materials like yarn, fabric, paper, and paint? When you're done, give your creation a name and tell us their story. Please note: […]
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 […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! On Saturday mornings, select Marcus Theatres host Reel Movies for Real Needs, screenings of first-run hit movies in an auditorium with lower sound and brighter, gentle lighting. Individuals with autism, ADHD, down syndrome, or those affected by other […]
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