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.
Come celebrate a Grand Menorah lighting at the Corners of Brookfield market square! Help us paint a giant spinning Dredel! Tie-dyed Sufganiyot; latkes; gelt; dredels and glow necklaces. Fun for the entire family! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Join us to celebrate the Chanukah Festival of Lights & Gelt Drop in The Yard at BAYSHORE! The event will feature an interactive LED experience, LED robot dancers, 12 ft. Lite Brite Wall, Glow Games, Giant Menorah Lighting, Illuminated Swings, Glow Dreidel Lounge, LED See Saw, Choo Choo Train Rides, and free hot drinks and […]
Lake Geneva Santa Cruise Offers Festive Holiday Boat Rides for Families This holiday season, Lake Geneva Cruise Line is inviting families to enjoy the magic of its annual Santa Cruise, a light-filled boat ride to Santa’s secret lakeside hideaway. Running for the 7th year, this seasonal attraction begins the day after Thanksgiving and continues through […]
Snow Globe Holiday Festival Ballpark Commons, 7044 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132November 22, 2024-December 30, 2024Admission: $29.99 (Parking: $10-$20) The Snow Globe Holiday Festival will take over Ballpark Commons this weekend, inviting guests of all ages to immerse themselves in a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, enchanting experiences, and seasonal treats. Here you’ll […]
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 […]
Light The Hoan (Free!) December 25-31, 2024 Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Daniel M. Hoan Memorial Bridge lit as a menorah each night. Families are encouraged to light their menorahs at home alongside the Hoan. Candle Lighting Schedule: December 25 at 6:00 p.m. – Lighting of the Shamash (helper candle) and first candle December […]
Mufasa: The Lion King • 1 hr 58 min • PG for action/violence, peril and some thematic elements. Director:Barry Jenkins Cast:Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Seth Rogen Genre:Animation, Music, Adventure, Family Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 • 1 hr 49 min • 12/20/2024 • PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language. 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.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 • 1 hr 49 min • PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language. 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.
Looking for a safe place for your child while they have off of school? Bring them to the Y for a fun-filled day with friends! When schools are closed during the school year, we offer full-day childcare at all five of our full-facility branches. The School’s Out Fun Day program keeps kids busy! Students […]
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 […]
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 […]
Winter Break Adventures at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park 1500 E Park Pl Milwaukee WI December 23, 26, 27, & 30, 2024 from 9am - 3:30pm 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.
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI December 26 - December 30 Dec. 26, 27, 30: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dec. 28, 29: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo offers a week of free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Visit the Zoo […]
WINTER BREAK PROGRAMMING December 26-30, 2024 10 a.m. - Noon; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Stop by MPM Educators’ tables throughout the exhibit floors to learn about cold weather animal adaptations. Feel the furs that cover arctic animals, discover how to tell apart horns, tusks, and antlers, and explore the differences between the mammoths and […]
Winter Break Scavenger Hunt Monday, December 23 & 30 from 10 am-8 pm Thursday, December 26 From 10 am-6pm Friday, December 27 from 10 am-6 pm Saturday, December 28 from 9 am-5 pm Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Stop in at the library during Winter Break and pick up a self-guided scavenger […]
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 […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 December Planetarium Programs Wednesday 12/4 at 11:00am - Khrumka’s Adventures in the Winter Forest- $5.00/person Wednesday 12/11 at 11:00am - Let It Snow- $5.00/person Wednesday 12/18 at 11:00am - Mystery of the Christmas Star - $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 12/7, 12/14, […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Holiday Break Shows December 23rd at 11am- George and Oatmeal Save Santa - $5.00/person December 23rd at 1pm- Cosmic Questions - $5.00/person December 26th at 11am- Our Place in Space - $5.00/person December 26th at 1pm- Season of Light - […]
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!)
Lake Geneva Santa Cruise Offers Festive Holiday Boat Rides for Families This holiday season, Lake Geneva Cruise Line is inviting families to enjoy the magic of its annual Santa Cruise, a light-filled boat ride to Santa’s secret lakeside hideaway. Running for the 7th year, this seasonal attraction begins the day after Thanksgiving and continues through […]
Snow Globe Holiday Festival Ballpark Commons, 7044 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132November 22, 2024-December 30, 2024Admission: $29.99 (Parking: $10-$20) The Snow Globe Holiday Festival will take over Ballpark Commons this weekend, inviting guests of all ages to immerse themselves in a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, enchanting experiences, and seasonal treats. Here you’ll […]
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 […]
Light The Hoan (Free!) December 25-31, 2024 Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Daniel M. Hoan Memorial Bridge lit as a menorah each night. Families are encouraged to light their menorahs at home alongside the Hoan. Candle Lighting Schedule: December 25 at 6:00 p.m. – Lighting of the Shamash (helper candle) and first candle December […]
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.
Monday, December 30 at 7:00 pmUWM Panther Arena 400 W Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI Light up the night with the Milwaukee Admirals as they celebrate Hanukkah on the ice! Support the JCC Wisconsin Delegation Maccabi athletes as they prepare for the 2025 Maccabi Games in Pittsburgh. A portion of each ticket sold will directly benefit […]
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT NOON December 31, 2024 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Celebrate the new year at noon with the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum! The Museum is hosting a morning of play and fun activities. Join us for a beach ball dance bash and ball drop featuring DJ Shawna, face painting and DIY noisemakers […]
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 for a Noon Year's Eve Party with crafts, music, a giant balloon drop, and play time. Enjoy a hot chocolate toast at noon! Space is limited. $25 per child, please limit adults to 2 per family. Additional adult tickets may be purchased for $8. Punch cards cannot be used for events. CLICK HERE to […]
KID BOOGIE DOWN IS BACK!!! Kick off our 7th season of dance parties and ring in the "new year" with us at noon! Live music/video show by DJ lukewarm complete with lights, lasers, bubbles, and more! * FREE STUFF!! * The 1st 100 kids (with paid admission) will receive FREE light up gear to […]
New Year’s Eve Kids Dance Party Le Village Brewer Hill in Milwaukee, WI TBD for 2024-25 Join Le Village Brewers Hill for their New Year’s Eve Kid Rave! Enjoy a DJ spinning tunes, shimmering glow lights, snacks, games, karaoke, sparkling cider, and a “midnight” countdown to add some extra fun to your New Years Eve. Please […]
December 31 (12:00pm and 5:00pm) at the Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters return to Fiserv Forum with their world tour, presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, for two shows on Dec. 31 at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. Witness the world record-breaking, trick-shot stars of the Harlem […]
WhirlyBall New Year’s Eve Afternoon Family Fun Event Location: WhirlyBall Brookfield, 185 S. Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI Time: Sunday, December 31, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Cost: $30/child, $40/adult Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a day of action-packed family fun at WhirlyBall Brookfield! Enjoy WhirlyBall, bowling, laser tag, and a delicious Pivot Room buffet featuring pizza, mac & cheese bites, fresh-baked […]
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!)
December 31 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Join us for a winter wonderland walk. Discover how plants and wildlife thrive in our harsh northern climate. Be prepared to explore the outdoors as we learn to decipher clues left behind by winter wildlife. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Please follow this link to register. Please […]
New Year's Eve Playtime at The Big Backyard 2857 South 160th Street New Berlin WI Come celebrate New Year's Eve at The Big Backyard. We are opening our doors for a fun-filled family friendly event from 1pm - 4pm. Party with your kids and be home in time to watch the ball drop. Fun […]
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield WI November 2024: Monday, Nov. 25: Noon to 1:30pm Tuesday, Nov. 26: Noon to 1:30pm Wednesday, Nov. 27: 2:30pm to 4:30pm Friday, Nov. 29: Noon to 2pm December 2024: Monday, Dec. 2: Noon to 1:30pm Tuesday, Dec. 3: Noon to 1:30pm Wednesday, […]
New Year's Eve Party at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Celebrate New Year's Eve in style at The Little Village Play Cafe! Located in Wauwatosa (6505 W North Ave), the café will host three festive sessions on December 31: 2:30–4 pm, 4:30–6 pm, and 6:30–8 pm. Kids will enjoy open play, […]
Join us for sparkling apple juice, hats, blowers, the full experience curated just for little ones at a time that works for the family! CLICK HERE for the 3pm time slot! CLICK HERE for the 5:30pm time slot!
Location: All Milwaukee Wave games take place a the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, unless otherwise noted. Milwaukee Wave vs. Kansas City Comets Date: December 7th at 6:05 PM Milwaukee Wave vs. Baltimore Blast Date: December 20th at 6:35 PM Milwaukee Wave vs. Dallas Sidekicks Date: December 28th at 6:05 PM Milwaukee Wave vs. Dallas Sidekicks December […]
WhirlyBall New Year’s Eve Afternoon Family Fun Event Location: WhirlyBall Brookfield, 185 S. Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI Time: Sunday, December 31, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Cost: $30/child, $40/adult Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a day of action-packed family fun at WhirlyBall Brookfield! Enjoy WhirlyBall, bowling, laser tag, and a delicious Pivot Room buffet featuring pizza, mac & cheese bites, fresh-baked […]
Mufasa: The Lion King • 1 hr 58 min • PG for action/violence, peril and some thematic elements. Director:Barry Jenkins Cast:Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Seth Rogen Genre:Animation, Music, Adventure, Family Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest […]
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria’s New Year’s Eve Early Countdown Dinner returns to the Brookfield location. Families can enjoy a festive atmosphere with activities and a kids’ “bubbly” countdown at 5pm. Buffet opens at 3PM, advance reservations are required. Dinner is at 5pm with reservation. The buffet is only happening for that time slot and will complete […]
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 • 1 hr 49 min • 12/20/2024 • PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language. 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.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 • 1 hr 49 min • PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language. 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.
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