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.
Opt Outside Hike from 11:00am-12:00pm November 29th 2024 at Lakeshore State Park Milwaukee WI The #OptOutside movement was started by the outdoor retail company REI in 2015. #OptOutside provides an […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Waivers are required for all persons entering the park during Glow. Be […]
Lap & Open Swim Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is required. Two lap swim lanes will be available at all sites, except Gaenslen and Marshall. Open […]
April 13 & 14 from 10:00am - 5:00pm / November 30 & December 1 from 10:00am - 5:00pm Join us at the Milwaukee Lionel Railroad Club Open House! See the […]
Celebrate small businesses in downtown Menomonee Falls and shop local for all your holiday gifts. This event will have: *Wagon rides*Entertainment in Centennial Plaza*Hot chocolate and fun treats to […]
Enjoy a wonderful Christmas parade in Grafton.
Join Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE for Winter Story Time! They will be reading a couple of stories and doing a related activity!
A young boy lies awake in his room one snowy Christmas Eve, excited and alert. Breathing silently. Hardly moving. Waiting. He's listening for a sound he's afraid that he might […]
Join us for a beary fun time as we welcome The Giving Bear Factory to Bug & Goose! In addition to 2 hours of PLAY, your child will pickout and […]
Admirals Night at the Barn Join us for Night at the Barn in our barn! We'll have a special ticket package and Havens Petting Farm will be there with their pigs, […]
Nov 17 & Dec 1 at 11:00am & 12:30pm Mermaid Echo is back at Discovery World with shows* at 11:00am and 12:30pm! Mermaid Echo connects kids with aquatic ecology in […]
Stop by on Sunday December 1st for meet and greet with Santa & Mrs. Clause, and have your picture taken with live Reindeer (fee for picture). Reindeer Games will be […]
Sundays Monthly from 12pm – 3pm at Milwaukee Fire Museum 1615 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI December 1st Since our November open house went so well, over 200 visitors!!! We will […]
"Arthur Christmas" at last reveals the incredible, never-before seen answer to every child's question: 'So how does Santa deliver all those presents in one night?' The answer: Santa's exhilarating, ultra-high-tech […]
The 2024 Christmas Parade in Menomonee Falls will be held on Sunday, December 1 at 4:30 p.m. starting on Main Street at Harrison Avenue near downtown.
The West Bend Christmas Parade holds the distinction of being the oldest continuous Christmas parade in Wisconsin! The annual Christmas Parade has been a cherished family tradition in the West […]
Meeting the 1st Monday of each month, we'll combine age appropriate introductions to science with play time for your child. This program promotes critical thinking, communication skills, confidence building, and […]
December 2 from 4:00-5:00 pm at Oak Creek Public Library 8040 S 6th St Oak Creek WI What's it mean to be cool? Help scientists by recording information about ice […]
Chamber elves are busy organizing the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Thanks to generous support from Port Washington State Bank, Santa arrives at the Cedarburg Community Center each year in a […]
Tuesdays in the Garden, designed for children aged 1-3, provides a nurturing environment where children’s curiosity and wonder are extended through play and exploration, and children and their caregivers learn […]
June 5 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / July 3 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / August 7 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am / September 4 @ […]
Join ACX Entertainment BAYSHORE for FREE Family Movies Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m., starting November 6! Doors open at 3:30 p.m., and seating is first come, first served. Movie Schedule: 11/6: Migration 11/13: Shark Tale […]
FREE ADMISSION to the Milwaukee Public Museum! 2024 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. […]
Everyone Invited to Free Day at Villa Terrace! Event features arts, activities and exploration Free Admission Thursday August 01, 2024 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Enjoy free admission to […]
FREE ADMISSION to the Racine Art Museum! December 6 from 10:00am to 8:00pm Enjoy free Racine Art Museum admission and extended gallery hours from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on […]
A Walk in the Park, at a Park Near You Now through December 6th from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Sept. 6: Doctor's Park Oct. 4: McGovern Park […]
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2024 | 5:30pm to 8:30pm | Catalano Square Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Join us on the first Friday of every month, 5:30-9:30 pm! ★ Pre-registration is required for this event! Registration closes @ 5 pm same day. ★ Pre-payment will not be accepted. Please […]
The holiday season is coming to Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward with Christmas in the Ward—a beloved event that captures the festive spirit in the heart of the city. On Friday, […]
Join us for our Annual Tree Lighting in downtown Thiensville! Located at the Walgreens Parking lot – Corner of N. Main St. & Freistadt Rd.• Hot chocolate and refreshments to […]
Come to Lannon for caroling, tree lighting, and selfies with Santa. There will be chili and Mac n Cheese from area businesses and organizations. Please bring a non-perishable food item. […]
Join in the fun of the holiday tree lighting in Sussex! This FREE holiday event is for children of all ages. Besides the countdown and lighting of the tree, […]
November 8, 2024 from 8:00pm - 9:00pm & December 6, 2024 from 8:00pm - 9:00pm At the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Join us on the Skydeck […]
Saturday, December 7, 2024 Please click the link for either Seating #1 or Seating #2, below, to book the time that works best for your family! Seating #1: 9:00AM – 10:30AM Seating […]
In-Store Kids Workshops / Home Depot SE MKE 150 West Holt Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free […]
September-December 2024 at the West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St Wauwatosa WI Taught by certified instructors, we offer classes that focus on home safety, accident prevention, and how […]
Family Free Day – November 2, 2024 & December 7, 2024 from 9:30am - 4:30pm The Zoo is a harvest of beautiful fall colors in October. And on October 5, […]
Experience our Winter Market in downtown Mequon and discover unique gifts and handcrafted treasures from local craftsmen. Whether you're searching for a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry, handmade candles, or gourmet […]
Santa is on tour before Christmas and is making Brush and Blooms in Thiensville an official stop! Come and join the magic. Each child will get an opportunity to […]
A young boy lies awake in his room one snowy Christmas Eve, excited and alert. Breathing silently. Hardly moving. Waiting. He's listening for a sound he's afraid that he might […]
DECEMBER 7, DECEMBER 14, DECEMBER 21 at 2:00 pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water Street Milwaukee WI After its landmark opening year of record-setting audience attendance […]
Join us for our annual Christmas on the Corner event, as we celebrate the holidays in true Hallmark style, complete with horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa and his reindeer, […]
Don’t miss this fun, family friendly event by taking a stroll around Shorewood to celebrate the Holiday season! Our annual Winterfest event includes meet and greet with Santa at a […]
All-you-can-eat pancakes, $8/adult, $6/children (ages 6-10). Santa will be available for pictures with the kids and family. 250 Elm St, Thiensville, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53092
This is our fifth year celebrating all that is hygge with a fun and cozy take-home kit! Pronounced "hoo-ga" this Danish concept cannot be translated into one word, but encompasses […]
This monthly program is an opportunity for nature exploration and discovery for children. Wee Wonders offers hands-on experiences about a variety of nature topics. Cost is $5 per child per […]
Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More 📅 Dates: Thursday, December 12 & Saturday, December 21 at 6:30 p.m.📍 Venue: The Abbey at St. James 1868Experience Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons in an intimate setting […]
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