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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.
Swim on over for our first date night of 2025! Our father/daughter date night is Under the Sea themed! Join us for dinner, photos, a craft, and fun. Registration is required. $35 per couple, each additional daughter $15. REGISTER HERE! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring […]
On Sensory Fridays, your kids will be able to play and explore their senses using different textures, materials, fabrics, and art supplies! Open Play is provided during the two hour session, and based on the child's wants, they can participate in the sensory activity planned, but are not forced to. Guardian's please book tickets for […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. A new theme each year ensures for a memorable experience for the train lovers! When: January 18 - April 6 Cost: Free with paid admission Learn […]
22 Museums, 11 Days Running January 23 - February 2, immerse yourself in some of Milwaukee’s incredible museums, experiencing everything from the innovative hands-on exhibits at Milwaukee Public Museumto the whimsical National Bobblehead Museum and Hall of Fame, the roaring fun of the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum to the wide-open spaces of the Lynden Sculpture […]
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 […]
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) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
Join us every Friday for our Family Friday Open Gyms! Children will be able to get all of their energy out just before lunch and nap time! Bounce on our trampolines, swing, climb, and run around for an hour and a half of FUN! Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. Please note: Dates and times […]
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.
Winter Kids Dream Family Film Series at local Marcus Area Cinemas When: January 24th-March 16th Cost: $3 per movie, buy a passport to see all 8 films for $12 Movie night out! Take the whole family to a movie with Kids Dream Family Film Series. Snuggle up and enjoy some family favorites while snacking on some movie […]
Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! 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. $8 for ages 2-12, $4 for 1 year olds, infants are free. Please note: Dates […]
Lake Geneva Winterfest (Free!) When: January 29–February 2 | Where: Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva Watch 15 teams compete in America’s Snow Sculpting Invitational. Celebrate with bonfires, live entertainment, and special activities during this 30th anniversary event. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Celebrate National Hot Chocolate Day with us at Vibez Creative Arts Space! 🌟 On Friday, January 31st, at 5PM, we’re putting a sweet twist on our Paint N’ Sip event—this time, it’s all about hot chocolate! Come warm up, sip on a complimentary cup of hot cocoa (while supplies last), and create a masterpiece in […]
Snowflake Spectacular: A Winter Wonderland Friday, January 31, 2025 from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm A one-night-only, ticketed event at Discovery World! Join us as we transform the museum into a winter wonderland to celebrate the science of the season and the Year of the Snake for the Lunar New Year. This unforgettable evening […]
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.
The Racine Theatre Guild's Children's Theatre 2519 Northwestern Ave Racine WI 53404 Runs Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2025 The spunky heroine returns in this joyful show filled with new songs and new essential lessons. Based on the bestselling books, the saga of the wisecracking first-grader continues in Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School, a […]
Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring […]
Emily Song had always known that she was meant to sing. However, her father banned music from their lives for as long as she can remember. But that doesn't stop Emily from secretly taking singing lessons online or joining the school glee club. On her 12th birthday, Emily's powers manifest and she discovers she is […]
FRIDAY JANUARY 31 at 7:00 PM UWM Panther Arena The University of Wisconsin Badger Band makes their annual visit to Panther Arena, courtesy of Pegasus Partners! 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 […]
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 […]
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. 2025 Schedule (while supplies last) January: Piggy Bank February: Valentine's Candy Box March: Basketball Game April: Globe Planter Locations (Milwaukee Area) North Shore (just west of Shorewood) Wauwatosa West […]
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 […]
The Mitchell Park Domes is once again hosting its popular All-Scale Train Show on Saturday, February 1, 2024, and Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last admission at 3:00 p.m.). From the tiniest Z-scale toy trains to the largest garden-scale rolling stock, the All-Scale Train Show will transport visitors to […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. A new theme each year ensures for a memorable experience for the train lovers! When: January 18 - April 6 Cost: Free with paid admission Learn […]
Family Free Day from 9:30am - 4:30pm The Zoo is a harvest of beautiful fall colors in October. And on October 5, all guests are admitted FREE! (Parking and regular attraction fees still apply.) To enjoy the vibrant colors of the trees, along with the animals, stroll through the outdoor areas to see elk, giraffes, […]
Urban Ecology Center Winterfest (Free!) When: February 1 | Where: Washington Park, Milwaukee Celebrate the reopening of the Washington Park branch with sledding, carriage rides, winter hikes, and more. Warm up by the campfire with drinks and enjoy this free, community-centered event. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
22 Museums, 11 Days Running January 23 - February 2, immerse yourself in some of Milwaukee’s incredible museums, experiencing everything from the innovative hands-on exhibits at Milwaukee Public Museumto the whimsical National Bobblehead Museum and Hall of Fame, the roaring fun of the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum to the wide-open spaces of the Lynden Sculpture […]
Pet Expo MKE at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI Pet Expo MKE is different from most other shows of this magnitude because it is produced by the Alliance of Wisconsin Animal Rehoming Efforts, a non-profit consortium of rescues and shelters working together to save lives. The […]
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 […]
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) January 1, 2025 through April 4, 2025 10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11 a.m. Cities of the Future Noon Constellations! […]
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 […]
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 […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 February Planetarium Programs Wednesday 2/5 at 11:00am - Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time - $5.00/person Wednesday 2/12 at 11:00am - Amazing Planet- $5.00/person Wednesday 2/19 at 11:00am - A to Z Astronomy: From 3 to 103 - $5.00/person Wednesday […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a dinosaur egg, tapping out a call for help. It’s up to you to figure out what the egg is saying and how to help it […]
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 […]
Bonfire, s'mores, winter games activities, arts & crafts, & more! 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.
Winter Kids Dream Family Film Series at local Marcus Area Cinemas When: January 24th-March 16th Cost: $3 per movie, buy a passport to see all 8 films for $12 Movie night out! Take the whole family to a movie with Kids Dream Family Film Series. Snuggle up and enjoy some family favorites while snacking on some movie […]
The Racine Theatre Guild's Children's Theatre 2519 Northwestern Ave Racine WI 53404 Runs Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2025 The spunky heroine returns in this joyful show filled with new songs and new essential lessons. Based on the bestselling books, the saga of the wisecracking first-grader continues in Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School, a […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 February Planetarium Programs Wednesday 2/5 at 11:00am - Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time - $5.00/person Wednesday 2/12 at 11:00am - Amazing Planet- $5.00/person Wednesday 2/19 at 11:00am - A to Z Astronomy: From 3 to 103 - $5.00/person Wednesday […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a dinosaur egg, tapping out a call for help. It’s up to you to figure out what the egg is saying and how to help it […]
Emily Song had always known that she was meant to sing. However, her father banned music from their lives for as long as she can remember. But that doesn't stop Emily from secretly taking singing lessons online or joining the school glee club. On her 12th birthday, Emily's powers manifest and she discovers she is […]
Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a dinosaur egg, tapping out a call for help. It’s up to you to figure out what the egg is saying and how to help it […]
Emily Song had always known that she was meant to sing. However, her father banned music from their lives for as long as she can remember. But that doesn't stop Emily from secretly taking singing lessons online or joining the school glee club. On her 12th birthday, Emily's powers manifest and she discovers she is […]
Come bounce, swing, run, and play at our All Ages Open Gym every Saturday! This is also a fun opportunity for kids to practice their gymnastics skills. Ages 1-5 with parent, ages 6+ parents may drop off (after signing in). Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Lake Geneva Winterfest (Free!) When: January 29–February 2 | Where: Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva Watch 15 teams compete in America’s Snow Sculpting Invitational. Celebrate with bonfires, live entertainment, and special activities during this 30th anniversary event. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children (ages 6 weeks-12 years) while you are enjoying yourself - kid free! Children will participate in a variety of age appropriate activities. Snacks will be provided. Member: $15.00 […]
Recreational Open Gym / Saturdays from 6-8 PM Open gym is a wonderful opportunity for your child to explore the possibilities of gymnastics in a fun environment. For class kids and team kids, open gym provides some extra practice time to polish up on their more challenging moves or perhaps a time to just have […]
Location: All Milwaukee Wave games take place a the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, unless otherwise noted. Taking the kids to a Milwaukee Wave game? Read our guide on What Families Can Expect at a Milwaukee Wave Game to make the most of your visit! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
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