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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Mini Playdate Family Swim at Goldfish Swim School (4 months – 2 years)

Goldfish Swim School - Brookfield 12565 W Feerick St, Brookfield, WI, United States

Mini Playdate Family Swim Tuesday, March 12th: 11:00am - 12:30pm Looking for a fun morning activity for your little one? On Tuesday, March 12th from 11-12:30, join us for a special Family Swim that is meant only for our Mini aged swimmers (4 months through 2 years). Join us for a dip in the pool […]

Free

French Club at East Library

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesdays from 3:30pm - 5:00pm at East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say "Oui! Je parle francais!" Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to speak French. Au Revoir! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

Free

French Club for Kids! at East Library (Ages 6-12)

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch North Maryland & East Bradford Avenues, Milwaukee, WI, United States

French Club - for Kids (6-12) Tuesdays, October 1, 15, 22, 29 from 3:30pm - 5:00 pm East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI French Club for kids! Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say “Oui! Je parle francais!” Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to […]

Free

Drop In / Button Up at Capitol Library

Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesday, March 12 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm at Capitol Library 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Drop on into our monthly button-making gathering. Each month, we will browse books from the Capitol book collection and create little circles of art that you can wear. March - Women in Art. Please note: Dates and times are […]

Free

Mosaic Creative Studios Brookfield Summer Sampler Classes (Ages 5-17)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

Summer Sampler Classes at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200 Brookfield WI A quick one hour sampler of all the fun shows happening this summer for your age group! Sign up for this free hour long class and get a chance to check out all three of the summer shows so you know which […]

$10

Family Fun Night at Tippecanoe Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch 3912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesday, March 12 from 6:15pm - 7:00pm at Tippecanoe Library 3912 S Howell Ave Library  Learn about dragons, their cultural significance and make a fire breathing fire craft with your family! Recommended for children 2 and up and their caregivers. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]

Free
Event Series MSOE Grohmann Museum 2024

Kids’ Art Days at MSOE’s Grohmann Museum

Grohmann Museum - MSOE 1000 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 13 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm The Grohmann Museum invites children and their families to two Kids’ Art Days this March! These drop-in art activities in the stART lab (Lower Level) are offered free with admission. Use colorful foam shapes to create your own mosaic, drawing inspiration from the Museum’s Roman-style mosaic in […]

$5

Our Place in Space at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

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

This award-winning, participatory children’s planetarium show introduces jungle animals and a space crossword puzzle to unravel the wonders and the mysteries of the universe. This program will inspire your young astronomer to appreciate the beauty of the night sky. Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Please […]

$5

UPAF’s Rally For The Arts at 3rd Street Market Hall Milwaukee

3rd Street Market Hall 275 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Kick off the 2024 UPAF Community Campaign with the UPAF Rally for the Arts Dance Party on Wednesday, March 13! This is not just a dance party; it’s a movement to empower and inspire the next generation of artists. We’ll celebrate with a full day of dance workshops and performances free to the public from […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Movies

Kung Fu Panda 4 at the Avalon Theater Milwaukee

Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Po is gearing up to become the spiritual leader of his Valley of Peace, but also needs someone to take his place as Dragon Warrior. As such, he will train a new kung fu practitioner for the spot and will encounter a villain called the Chameleon who conjures villains from the past. Sunday March 10 […]

$11

Tonawanda Elementary School’s 4th and 5th Grade Choir Presents: Summer Camp at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield, WI, United States

Wednesday, March 13 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Tonawanda Elementary School's 4th and 5th grade Choir Presents: Summer Camp At The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

$21 – $45

Moon Madness at Hamilton High School (Ages 6+)

Hamilton High School 6215 W Warnimont Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Moon Madness at Hamilton High School - March 13 from 6:30pm - 7:45pm - Activity Code: 3P126008 Clear skies and long nights make winter a great time for star-gazing in Milwaukee. Learn how to locate the winter constellations: Leo, Virgo & Bootes. Behold the twinkle of the distant suns: Regulus, Spica and Arcturus; and the visible […]

$16 – $50

Manga and Graphic Novel Club at Washington Park Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Washington Park 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Thursday, March 14 from 4:00pm - 5:00pm at Washington Park Library 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI 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: (It's Graphic Novel Club Time MKE!)

Free

Outdoor Explore Club at the Urban Ecology Center Washington Park (Ages 6-11)

Urban Ecology Center Washington Park 1859 N. 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 14 from 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm Let's explore the great outdoors! From Prairies to Playgrounds, we'll spend time in Washington Park together this winter with kids ages 6 to 11. We'll explore many angles of nature in the city- from experiments to outdoor skill building, hikes to animal encounters.  This club is hosted […]

$32

Cloud 9 Workshop Maker Studio Hours

Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$15 – $30

Paws to Read at Good Hope Library

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

Thursday, March 14 from 4:30-5:30pm at Good Hope Library at 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Practice reading aloud and improve your fluency by sharing a story with a therapy dog. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Movies

Kung Fu Panda 4 at the Avalon Theater Milwaukee

Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Po is gearing up to become the spiritual leader of his Valley of Peace, but also needs someone to take his place as Dragon Warrior. As such, he will train a new kung fu practitioner for the spot and will encounter a villain called the Chameleon who conjures villains from the past. Sunday March 10 […]

$11

Mosaic Creative Studios Brookfield Summer Sampler Classes (Ages 5-17)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

Summer Sampler Classes at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200 Brookfield WI A quick one hour sampler of all the fun shows happening this summer for your age group! Sign up for this free hour long class and get a chance to check out all three of the summer shows so you know which […]

$10

St Patricks Day Sensory Play at Creative Chaos Milwaukee

Creative Chaos 2221 E Capitol Drive, Shorewood, United States

March 15 from 10:00am - 11:00am Join us for a fun St. Patrick's Day sensory playtime for kids! Dive into themed snacks, art activities, and immersive sensory play. 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: (It's Play […]

$5

Taste The Rainbow Cooking Class at Milwaukee Public Market (Ages 3-7 with Adult)

Milwaukee Public Market 400 N Water St, Milwaukee

March 15th from 10:00am-11:30am TASTE THE RAINBOW (AGES 3-7 WITH A GROWNUP HELPER) HANDS-ON Experience the luck of the Irish at this kid's course! It’s Spring, it’s St. Patty’s Day…this calls for a colorful celebration! In this class, kids will chop, mix, grate and roll with all of the colors of the rainbow. It’s a wonderful […]

$100
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Photos With The Easter Bunny At Southridge Mall

Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th Street, Greendale, WI, United States

  Hop on in and take your family photos with the Easter Bunny from March 15th through March 30th! Walk-ups are welcome but reservations are strongly recommended here. Bunny is located on the lower level in Center Court. *𝘉𝘶𝘯𝘯𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 4:00𝘱𝘮 - 4:30𝘱𝘮 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 3:00𝘱𝘮 - 3:30𝘱𝘮 𝘰𝘯 𝘚𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴. 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗻𝘆 […]

$35 – $55

Streets Alive at the Milwaukee Public Museum

Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States

STREETS ALIVE at the Milwaukee Public Museum Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16 from 11am - 3pm Travel back in time to learn about the fascinating people, places, and products that made Milwaukee famous. Docents dressed in period attire will be on-hand to answer your questions about Milwaukee of the past. Please note: Dates […]

$25 – $60
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Milwaukee Recreation’s March Of Champions Basketball Tournament

MSOE Kern Center 1245 North Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United States

March 15 - March 17, 2024  WHERE: The Final Four and Championship games will be held at MOSE’s Kern Center (1245 N Broadway) Milwaukee Recreation will host the annual March of Champions basketball tournament March 15 - 17, 2024 at various sites across the city. The Final Four and Championship games will be held at […]

$3 – $8

Deep Lake Future Immersive Art Playground at Var Gallery Milwaukee

Small Works Gallery 700 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Deep Lake Future is an immersive adventure created by Milwaukee-based multimedia production studio FuzzPop Workshop.​  The experience transports visitors of all ages to a surreal underwater future in which invasive species have overrun the Great Lakes ecosystem. Join an expedition to explore interactive sculptural elements, hidden passageways, state-of-the-art projection mapping, and a 3D soundscape. Deep Lake […]

$10 – $40
Event Series Sunbeam Kids 2024 Activities

ACTS Housing Milwaukee Welcome Basket Assembly with Sunbeam Kids

ACTS Housing 2414 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, United States

03/15/2024 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 2414 W Vliet St Milwaukee WI 53205 ACTS Housing Welcome Basket Assembly Acts Housing makes it possible for families with financial barriers to become homeowners. Acts provides home-buyer and financial counseling, real-estate brokerage, and rehab expertise. Sunbeam Kids is excited to be partnering with Acts Housing to collect and assemble […]

Free

Cloud 9 Workshop Maker Studio Hours

Cloud 9 Workshop 5205 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$15 – $30
Event Series 2024 Movies

Kung Fu Panda 4 at the Avalon Theater Milwaukee

Avalon Theater 2473 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Po is gearing up to become the spiritual leader of his Valley of Peace, but also needs someone to take his place as Dragon Warrior. As such, he will train a new kung fu practitioner for the spot and will encounter a villain called the Chameleon who conjures villains from the past. Sunday March 10 […]

$11

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