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.
Schuetze Recreation Center 1120 Baxter Street Waukesha WI Come early starting at 5pm to meet Santa and one of his reindeer. You can also create a holiday craft. Starting at […]
Jingle Bus Rides *Weather permitting* December 5 – December 29 Thu – Sun | 5pm to 9pm Courtyard Milwaukee Downtown 414.220.4700 | milwaukeeholidaylights.com Ooh and ahh at the winter wonderland scenes […]
Country Christmas Drive-Through Nights at The Ingleside Hotel November 29-January 1, 2025 Admission: $25 per carload or minivan (Sun-Thurs); $35 per carload or minivan (Fri-Sat and peak) Drive-through nights start […]
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo November 30-December 31, 2024 (Closed Dec. 2, 9, 16, 24, and 25), 5:30- 9 […]
Zoo Year’s Eve at Wild Lights December 31st, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (admission gates close at 8:15 pm) Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI […]
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
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 […]
Location: All Milwaukee Wave games take place a the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, unless otherwise noted. Milwaukee Wave vs. Kansas City Comets Date: December 7th at 6:05 PM Milwaukee Wave vs. […]
The Box Theatre Company W359N5920 Brown St Oconomowoc WI Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI A Young Company Performance Project Romance, revenge, and raucous comedy abound in Shakespeare’s timeless tale of heartfelt reconciliation. The powerful […]
DECEMBER 7, DECEMBER 13, DECEMBER 14, DECEMBER 19, DECEMBER 23 at 7:30pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water Street Milwaukee WI After its landmark opening year of […]
December 5 - December 8 at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall 121 E State St Milwaukee WI December 5, 2024 @ 7:30 PM December 6, 2024 @ 7:30 PM December 7, […]
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 […]
December 7 at 8:00pm at The Miller High Life Theatre Milwaukee WI Relive the iconic holiday film Home Alone on the big screen, followed by a live Q&A with Macaulay Culkin himself! This […]
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 In Concert The Riverside Theater, Milwaukee, WI Ages: All Ages The final battle begins. You can experience Harry Potter and the […]
Soda with Santa is a fun, family friendly event! When you arrive, you check in at the front desk and then wait to get your picture taken with Santa. Once you […]
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, the beautifully restored Rivoli Theater in the heart of Cedarburg features great holiday classics on the big screen! The 2024 Holiday Film Series […]
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
Celebrate the season with The Pfister Hotel’s beloved Breakfast with Santa on December 7, 8, 14, and 15! Families can enjoy a festive breakfast buffet in the Grand Ballroom, featuring […]
Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th St Greendale WI Capture special holiday memories with Santa at Southridge Mall from November 22 to December 24. Walk-ins are welcome, or you can reserve […]
Breakfast with Santa at Saint Kate Create lasting holiday memories with Brunch with Santa at Saint Kate’s Simone Ballroom on December 7, 8, 14, and 15! Enjoy a festive brunch […]
Experience the magic of the season with Babbling Babes Family Holiday Mini Sessions at Studio G in collaboration with local photographer Inga Bentley of Milwaukee Family Photographer featuring an adorable […]
Santa's headed to your local Fleet Farm. Bring the family to meet Santa, share your wish list, and snap a few pics! West Bend: Saturday December 7 from 3:30pm-7:30pm […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! Christmas Train (East Troy Railroad Museum) East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 Experience the […]
Get ready to save big on all your favorite items from sports cards and memorabilia to tcgs such as pokemon, magic, and lorcana. concessions will be on site. Please note: […]
Bring your family and friends to Shalom Wildlife Zoo in West Bend for the annual Christmas at the Zoo event. Walk, or in the warmth of your own car, relax […]
MOTOR Bar & Restaurant Harley-Davidson Museum 401 W Canal St Milwaukee WI Join MOTOR™ Restaurant for Breakfast with Santa on Sundays, December 1, 8, or 15! Enjoy a festive brunch […]
Very Merry Milwaukee at the Milwaukee County Historical Society 910 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive Milwaukee WI Kick off the holiday season with family fun at Very Merry […]
Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67 Eagle WI Experience nostalgic holiday traditions at Old World Wisconsin’s Home for the Holidays! Running through December, this event offers an immersive celebration of […]
Step into a winter wonderland at the Milwaukee Public Market, where talented students from the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Bakery Program present a dazzling display of gingerbread houses! These […]
Greater Milwaukee's CHRISTKINDLMARKT & European Holiday Festival Tosa Holiday Market | December 4th - 22nd, 2024 Monday - Thursday 3pm to 9pm Friday - Saturday 10am to 10pm Sunday 10am […]
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 […]
December 8 from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm / December 22 from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm STORYTIME WITH SANTA Sunday, December 8 and Sunday, December 22 11:00 am - 1:30 […]
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 […]
Don't miss Santa pictures at Mayfair Mall! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
SEASON'S SCREENINGS Retro Series It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we want to celebrate it with you! Bring the whole family to the theatre this December 6 thru December 19 to […]
Holiday Tailgate with Santa & Friends Where: The New Fashioned - 1122 N Vel R. Phillips Drive in Deer District When: Sunday, December 8, 2024 Time: 11:30am - 2:00pm Forget […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Give your kids the chance to get creative and paint their very own adorable reindeer masterpiece at our Kids Paint Party! This fun-filled event at Vibez Creative Arts Space, starting […]
Santa at the Mall: Photos & Visits Southridge Mall 5300 S 76th St Greendale WI Capture special holiday memories with Santa at Southridge Mall from November 22 to December 24. […]
In the 1940's, in the town of Hammond, 9-year-old Ralphie wants one thing for Christmas -- an official Red Ryder BB rifle. When he asks his mother for the BB […]
DECEMBER 8, 15, 22, 24 at 1:00 pm and DECEMBER 22 at 6:30 pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water Street Milwaukee WI After its landmark opening […]
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 […]
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 In Concert The Riverside Theater, Milwaukee, WI Ages: All Ages The final battle begins. You can experience Harry Potter and the […]
Join us on Sundays in December 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 […]
December 5 - December 8 at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall 121 E State St Milwaukee WI December 5, 2024 @ 7:30 PM December 6, 2024 @ 7:30 PM December 7, […]
10 am & 3 pm Saturday, December 7, and 2 pm Sunday, December 8, 2024 Going to see Tchaikovsky’s beloved ballet at the Oconomowoc Arts Center has become a holiday […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI A Young Company Performance Project Romance, revenge, and raucous comedy abound in Shakespeare’s timeless tale of heartfelt reconciliation. The powerful […]
Join us to watch the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train make its stop in Wauwatosa, located right next to the Homestead Realty office. From 3-4pm, with a non-perishable food donation you […]
Father Christmas Visits the Mansion A Milwaukee Santa Event for Families Sundays, December 1 - 22 3:00 - 5:30pm Special Visit on Christmas Eve! 10am - 1pm Searching for a […]
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