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.
Friday, April 5 from 10:30-11:30 am at Tippecanoe Library 3912 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Recommended for children 6 months to 5 years old with a caregiver. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Midwest Gaming Classic / April 5 - April 7 at the Baird Center Milwaukee The Midwest Gaming Classic is a trade show featuring 150,000+ square feet of retro and modern home video game consoles, pinball machines, arcade video games, tabletop RPGs, computers, tabletop board games, crane games, collectible card games, air hockey, and that’s just […]
April 5 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm Learn the basics of solar eclipses as we explore the intricate dance between the Sun, Moon, and Earth in anticipation of the solar eclipse occurring on April 8, 2024. Director Jean Creighton will discuss the profound impact the study of solar eclipses has had on scientific discoveries and our […]
APRIL 4 - 7, 2024 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. 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: […]
Event dates: 4/4/2024 7:30pm - 4/5/2023 7:30pm - 4/6/2024 2:00pm - 4/6/2024 7:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 12:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 6:00pm The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. Delight in fairy godmothers, glass slippers, and a pumpkin carriage that all conspire to deliver […]
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 […]
Partly inspired by Diary of a Wimpy Kid, partly inspired by our own parent desire for more morning dates - our Saturday Breakfast Club is the perfect DROP-OFF program for your kiddo. Co-hosted by Olive You Nanny, our Breakfast Club features a themed morning out for your kids! What's Included? Drop-off play and care for your child […]
We invite you to join us as we close out the maple sugarin’ season the best way we know how- with all you can eat pancakes held outside right in the middle of the Sugarbush. Menu includes all you can eat pancakes along with pure maple syrup (with optional pickle!), a serving of ham, coffee, […]
Saturday, April 6th from 9:00am to 12:00pm at La Causa Charter School 809 W Greenfield Ave Milwaukee, WI Join us at our Kindergarten Carnival Open House for La Causa Charter School on Saturday, April 6 from 9 am to 12 pm. Games, prizes, and free food for kids 6 and younger! Please note: Dates and […]
UEC Catch & Release - Family Fishing | April 6 | 9:30am - 11:00am | Washington Park What a catch! Bring friends and family to learn the basics of fishing in the pond of Washington Park. Fishing licence required for anyone over the age of 16 wishing to fish. All Ages! Please note: Dates and […]
Help support the Menomonee Falls Village Market by participating in our Baby Animal Photo Booth. For a $20.00 donation, you and your family will have 10 minutes to snuggle with, and photograph, all of the baby animal fun! Bring your own camera or phone and take all of the pictures you want! This is a […]
Free Family Photos for National Library Week: Milwaukee Central Library - Saturday, April 6 Tippecanoe Branch - Tuesday, April 9 East Branch - Wednesday, April 10 Your Milwaukee Public Library invites you and your families to have a FREE family photo taken in celebration of National Library Week, April 7-13, 2024! Families and individuals can capture this moment […]
Do you ever feel the weight of “mom guilt” pulling you down? You’re not alone. Many mothers struggle with this persistent feeling, even when they’re doing their absolute best. What if you could transform that guilt into self-compassion and inner peace? Creating more quality time instead of spending that time worrying. Join us […]
Saturday, April 6 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm It's nothing personal, but this day is all about what BUGS us. Get up close with the wonderful world of insects and other arthropods! Handle live bugs and use microscopes to study what makes these animals so interesting and important. There's fun for entomologists of every […]
Saturday, April 6 from 10 am-4 pm at Mitchell Street Library - 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee Drop-in between 10am and 4pm to enjoy open building time with magnetic tiles, LEGO® Bricks and foam blocks. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
Join us for an exciting science event about the brain and the mind. FREE to the public! Saturday, April 6 from 10am to 5pm Explore the structure and functions of the brain through interactive exhibits, talks by neuroscientists, and educational activities for adults and children. Learn about recent advances in neuroscience research taking place […]
Saturday, April 6 from 10:30-11:15 am at Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Bees, butterflies, bats - oh my! Learn about different pollinators and their important role in our world with stories, songs, and activities. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
All K4 and K5 families new to Girl Scouts are invited to learn more about Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast! Join to learn more about how to join a troop, participate in fun events, and create lifelong friendships and memories. April 3, 2024 - 5:30-6:30pm: St Luke's Church 300 Carroll St Waukesha WI 53186 / […]
Saturdays in April at 11:00am Explore the night sky with our friends from Sesame Street. Join Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu as they take a trip to the Moon. Learn how the Moon differs from Earth and how to find the Big Dipper and North Star. Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature […]
April 06, 2024 11:00am-12:00pm at the Waukesha YMCA 320 E Broadway Waukesha WI Gather the family for 30 mins of fun filling Family Yoga. Learn how to incorporate the kids in age-appropriate yoga positions. Follow along as the kid?s instructor their interruptions of positions. Followed by 30 mins of stations with engaging topics relating to relaxation. […]
April 6 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm GROHMANN MUSEUM, 1000 N BROADWAY, MILWAUKEE, WI 53202 A fun event for all ages! John and Sylvia Peine return to lead the ninth annual LEGO+ building workshop at the Grohmann Museum. Inspired by the current exhibition, Patterns of Meaning: The Art of Industry by Cory Bonnet, participants will create […]
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 […]
APRIL 6 – MAY 5, 2024 DIARY OF A WIMPY KID Middle School, ugh. It’s the worst. Greg is determined NOT to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor Fregley, or, maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg … no way. […]
04/06/2024 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Location New Berlin Public Library - Heritage Room (15105 Library Lane New Berlin, WI 53151) Street Angels is a mobile outreach organization that provides assistance to those experiencing homelessness in Milwaukee. Three days a week, the two outreach buses serve dinner to 100-240 individuals. Street Angels also provides clean […]
March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm at the UWM Planetarium 900 E Kenwood Blvd Milwaukee WI Enjoy the radiance of the night sky and colorful displays of dancing lights with a behind-the-scenes tour of the science behind one of nature’s most remarkable light shows. The program will include an […]
APRIL 4 - 7, 2024 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. 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: […]
Event dates: 4/4/2024 7:30pm - 4/5/2023 7:30pm - 4/6/2024 2:00pm - 4/6/2024 7:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 12:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 6:00pm The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. Delight in fairy godmothers, glass slippers, and a pumpkin carriage that all conspire to deliver […]
APRIL 4 - 7, 2024 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. 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: […]
Event dates: 4/4/2024 7:30pm - 4/5/2023 7:30pm - 4/6/2024 2:00pm - 4/6/2024 7:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 12:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 6:00pm The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. Delight in fairy godmothers, glass slippers, and a pumpkin carriage that all conspire to deliver […]
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 […]
We invite you to join us as we close out the maple sugarin’ season the best way we know how- with all you can eat pancakes held outside right in the middle of the Sugarbush. Menu includes all you can eat pancakes along with pure maple syrup (with optional pickle!), a serving of ham, coffee, […]
Sunday, April 7th from 11am - 3pm WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili will take place Sunday, April 7 at 11 am at the MSOE Kern Center, 1245 N. Broadway. Join thousands of chili lovers as they taste over 40 different chilis from restaurants, cafes, and caterers from all over Milwaukee Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
Maker Studio - an inspiring art studio for kids & adults with weekly rotating projects Ignite your creativity with every visit. Enjoy projects in every art media imaginable with ease and encouragement. Studio guides will answer questions, provide technique demonstrations, & give inspiration boosts when needed. Projects for ages 6-adult rotate weekly. Please note: Dates […]
Sundays Monthly from 12pm – 3pm at Milwaukee Fire Museum 1615 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI APR 7 / MAY 5 / JUN 2 / JUL 7 / AUG 4 / SEP 8 / OCT 6 / NOV 3 Please come check out our updated Museum !! New attractions! Bring your family, it's Free to attend! […]
APRIL 4 - 7, 2024 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. 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: […]
Event dates: 4/4/2024 7:30pm - 4/5/2023 7:30pm - 4/6/2024 2:00pm - 4/6/2024 7:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 12:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 6:00pm The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. Delight in fairy godmothers, glass slippers, and a pumpkin carriage that all conspire to deliver […]
APRIL 6 – MAY 5, 2024 DIARY OF A WIMPY KID Middle School, ugh. It’s the worst. Greg is determined NOT to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor Fregley, or, maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg … no way. […]
Join us on Sundays in April from 2pm-4pm for some family activities! Great for all ages, but younger ones will need supervision and you might want to wear old or get messy clothes. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]
Bring the kids out to get their wiggles out and serenade us with KiDdO KaRaOkE!!! Our Joy Ambassadors will be there to lead the festivities so you can hang out and relax, and have a drink or join in on the KaRaOkE fun...your call!
APRIL 4 - 7, 2024 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. 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: […]
Event dates: 4/4/2024 7:30pm - 4/5/2023 7:30pm - 4/6/2024 2:00pm - 4/6/2024 7:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 12:30pm - 4/7/2024 at 6:00pm The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale. Delight in fairy godmothers, glass slippers, and a pumpkin carriage that all conspire to deliver […]
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 […]
Waukesha's Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium, in the Retzer Nature Center, is putting on a "Total Solar Eclipse Shindig." The first 100 guests will receive eclipse glasses, and there will be "fun activities for all ages." You can also view the eclipse through solar telescopes at the event. When: Monday, April 8 from 9 am to 3 pm […]
Monday, April 8| 10:00am - 3:00pm |Included with Admission Join us at Discovery World to witness the solar eclipse. Catch the maximum coverage of 89.4% in Milwaukee, WI around 2:08 pm at Discovery World. Celebrate with special activities and FREE solar glasses (while supplies last). Watch the action from our Pilot House with incredible views […]
Monday, April 8th from 12pm - 3pm Come join us as we view the Great North American Eclipse and have WMSE 91.7FM onsite broadcasting live! We'll have 89% Obscuration at our store and will have viewing stations, eclipse related crafts, demos and more! Don't forget to enter the raffle! The eclipse begins at 12:52pm and ends […]
Monday, April 8 from 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm On Monday, April 8, Milwaukee will see its biggest solar eclipse in 70 years! MPM is your resource for a safe viewing experience. Visit us or one of the below safe-viewing locations as the moon covers approximately 90% of the sun, clear skies permitting! We’ll […]
Monday, April 8th from 12:30pm - 3:30pm See the astronomical event of the year – the Great Solar Eclipse of 24! Discover what makes an eclipse, learn safe viewing techniques, and see the eclipse through a telescope with a solar filter. Special eclipse viewing glasses will be on sale ($1 per pair). Eclipse runs between […]
Brookfield Public Library Indoor Solar Eclipse Streaming Rain or shine, the eclipse will be online. We will be streaming the NASA Web Broadcast. Please join us! When: Monday, April 8 from 12:30 to 3:30 pm Where: Brookfield Public Library, 1900 N Calhoun Road Brookfield WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Monday, April 8, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm The Great American Eclipse will offer a rare opportunity for viewers to witness a total eclipse of the sun, which happens when the new moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun. This extraordinary eclipse will cross the entirety of the United States and […]
April 8 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm It's Free! Join us on the Skydeck at the UWM Physics building for free public stargazing. Experience a partial solar eclipse visible from 1:00 to 3:00pm, with peak visibility at approximately 2:00 pm on April 8, 2024. Special glasses will be available for safely viewing the solar eclipse. Visitors […]
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