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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Event Series Wisconsin State Parks 2024

Work Play Earth Day at Kohler Andrae State Park

Kohler-Andrae State Park 1020 Beach Park Ln, Sheboygan

WORK PLAY EARTH DAY Saturday, April 27 from 9:00am - 12:00pm at Kohler Andrae State Park Join staff and other volunteers to get ready for summer! Depending on the weather, projects may include trail, cordwalk or campground maintenance, Nature Center setup and other activities to prepare for the busy season ahead. Volunteers should wear work shoes/boots, […]

$30 – $60

Grand Opening – Ultimate Ninjas

Ultimate Ninjas will celebrate the grand opening of Milwaukee’s first dedicated ninja play and training gym on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The new 16,000-square-foot Ultimate Ninjas gives all ages the authentic ninja warrior experience with obstacle course training classes for toddlers and youth, birthday parties, summer and school break camps, […]

Galileo: The Power of the Telescope at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

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

Saturdays in April at 1:00pm This beautiful and historic program, produced by the Daniel Soref Planetarium at the Milwaukee Public Museum celebrates 400 years of telescope viewing. The program also examines the fascinating life and scientific accomplishments of Galileo. Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Please […]

$5
Event Series 2024 Earth Day Activities

Plant A Spring Garden at Good Hope Library

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

Saturday, April 27 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm at the Good Hope Library 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Celebrate Earth Day with some gardening activities! Get started on your own spring garden by planting vegetable, herb or flower seeds in a pot to take home.  Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

Free

Milwaukee Family Travel Night at Mitchell Airport

Milwaukee Mitchell Airport 5300 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Getting ready for a trip with a little one? Anxious about navigating airport security, boarding a plane with your child, or installing a car seat or CARES harness? MKE is here to help! We are hosting our first-ever MKE Family Travel Night on April 27 from 5:30-7:30 PM, and it’s FREE! Experts from TSA, Delta, JetBlue, […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Milwaukee Domes Events

Art In The Green At The Mitchell Park Domes

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

 at the Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Special Event ART IN THE GREEN April 27 - 28, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Presented by Friends of the Domes Admission is FREE for Friends of the Domes members, and no advance tickets are necessary (just show up with your membership card and […]

$5 – $10

Free Day + Celebration: Alfred Bader’s 100th Birthday at the Milwaukee Art Museum

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

Free Day + Celebration: Alfred Bader’s 100th Birthday April 28 from 10:00am-5:00pm at Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N Art Museum Dr Milwaukee, WI Join us for this celebratory day honoring the life of Dr. Alfred Bader, chemist, art collector, and avid Museum supporter. Enjoy the Museum with free admission, and bring friends and family for […]

Free
Event Series Apple Holler 2024 Events

Blossom Fest at Apple Holler

Apple Holler 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, United States

Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th Admission Required. Great for All Ages! Blossom Fest is Saturday, April 27th, and Sunday, April 28th with two shows each day, the first at 10:30 am and the second at 12:00 pm. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]

$15

Milwaukee Monthly Family Magic and Variety Show at the Brumder Mansion (Ages 6+)

Brumder Mansion 3046 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Starting March 3rd and continuing on the Last Sunday of Every Month at 2pm Brumder Mansion 3046 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Bring the family and have some magical fun at The Brumder Mansion. Hosted by Magicians & Comedians Two Brothers One Mind and featuring a rotating cast of entertainers. Doors open 20 minutes before […]

$10 – $20

All-Abilities Open Gym Volunteers with Kids Impact Community at the Harry and Rose Samson Jewish Community Center Whitefish Bay

Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay

April 28 from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Harry and Rose Samson Jewish Community Center 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd Whitefish Bay Beat cabin fever this winter by joining us for an all-abilities Open Gym with The Ability Center (TAC) at the Jewish Community Center (JCC)! Activities will include wheelchair basketball, seated volleyball, […]

Free

Reading Time with Ms. Jelly and Open Play at St. Francis Children’s Center

St. Francis Children's Center 6700 N Port Washington, Glendale, WI, United States

Every Monday here at St. Francis Children's Center Ms. Jelly will be reading to children with special/support needs and keeping your children engaged with interactive reading. After planned books and engagement, there is time for Open Play in our newly renovated Family Activity Center.

Free
Event Series Retzer Nature Center 2024

Story Hike at Retzer Nature Center

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

April 1 - 30 from Sunrise to 10 pm Come out to Retzer to enjoy this Spring’s Story Hike, featuring the children’s book “Crow Not Crow,” by Jane Yolen and Adam Stemple. Set out on the Orange Trail to read the book while enjoying the outdoors at the same time! The Orange Trail is a mowed grass […]

Free

Multicultural Fair in Menomonee Falls

North Middle School N88W16801 Main Street, Menomonee Falls, WI, United States

Please join us in participating in our very first Multicultural Fair at North Middle School in Menomonee Falls on Thursday, May 2, 2024 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the North Middle School Gym. It will be an evening of global experiences from food to performances!

Free

Free Stunt Show at Marcus Majestic Cinema in Brookfield

Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield 770 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, United States

Free Stunt Show on Thursday at Marcus Majestic in Brookfield! FREE! Fall Guy Opens with a Stuntacular Show at Majestic of Brookfield Cinema on May 2! Marcus Theatres is celebrating the opening of The Fall Guy with a stunt-astic show from TwinStunts at the Majestic of Brookfield Cinema. Brothers Sawyer and Shannon Schmidtman - the only twin freestylers in the […]

Free

Family Fun: Story Telling Night at Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11)

Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United States

Family Fun: Story Telling Night at Oak Creek Public Library on May 2, 2024 6:30-7:30 pm Calling all actors and storytellers! Enjoy an evening telling different stories with props, felt cut outs, and puppets at various stations. There will also be story-related crafts. This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and […]

Free

Open Play – Best Friend Fridays for Children with Special/Support Needs at St Francis Children’s Center

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

Best Friend Fridays at St Francis Children's Center is a safe in-door place space for your children with special/support needs to participate in art activities, and open play afterwards. Fridays at St Francis Children's Center is our intentionally and socially safe and open space for all to make those connections/future playdates for your children and […]

Free

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