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.
Lynden welcomes winter with a day of outdoor art-making, scavenger hunts, tree-walks, workshops, and whatever other winter activities–ice skating, painting the pond, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing–the weather permits. Orchestrated by our Teachers-in-Residence, […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, […]
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 […]
Every Saturday from 10:30 am–11:00 am Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to read a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 January Planetarium Programs Wednesday 1/8 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet - […]
January 25 / February 22 / April 26 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at Tippecanoe Library Milwaukee Yoga and mindfulness activities for little ones and their parents/caregivers! We'll use […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! On Saturday mornings, select Marcus Theatres host Reel Movies for Real Needs, screenings […]
Kid Boogie Down at the Bavarian Bierhaus is a live music/video show by DJ Lukewarm complete with lights, lasers, and bubbles. It's a dance party that's fun for the whole […]
Winter Kids Dream Family Film Series at local Marcus Area Cinemas When: January 24th-March 16th Cost: $3 per movie, buy a passport to see all 8 films for $12 Movie night out! […]
Snow Daze Festival When: January 25 from Noon–3 PM | Where: Downtown KenoshaRide the electric streetcar, ice skate, and marvel at ice sculptures downtown and in Veterans Memorial Park. […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 January Planetarium Programs Wednesday 1/8 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet - […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a […]
Ring bells! Bang the drums! Are you gonna love this exciting stage adaptation of the legendary tale of the lovable thief with a heart of gold? Join Aladdin, Jasmine, and […]
Come bounce, swing, run, and play at our All Ages Open Gym every Saturday! This is also a fun opportunity for kids to practice their gymnastics skills. Ages 1-5 with […]
JANUARY 19-25, 2025 Participating Groups: Downtown West Allis Inc West Allis Historical Society West Allis Rotary Club West Allis Public Library Advocate Aurora Health Aurora West Allis Medical Center West […]
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 […]
Mystery at MPM: Family Edition on Saturday, September 14, 2024 and Saturday, January 25, 2025 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm Join us for another family version of our after-hours mystery caper! […]
SATURDAY JAN 25 at 6:00 PM UWM Panther Arena Bring a new teddy bear to throw on the ice when we score our first goal! Please note: Dates and times are […]
FAMILY NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM! Grab your magnifying glass and detective hat to follow a series of family-friendly clues that lead you through the twisting corridors and shadowy corners of […]
Ages 5 - 12 Monthly Events on Saturday Nights Instructors lead children in games and activities that incorporate gym equipment- bucket rides, parachute games, net climb, obstacle course, climbing wall, […]
If you come to see ComedySportz, you'll see one Referee and two teams of Players, one red and one blue--competing against each other in improv games based on the suggestions […]
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 […]
On Saturdays in January, you can enjoy a unique tubing experience at Crystal Ridge from 9:15 pm to 11 pm. Located just outside Milwaukee, Crystal Ridge is a fantastic winter […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. […]
Join FBBG for Winterfest 2025 and cure your Winter blues!Sunday, January 26 from 10am-2pm - Free event! We'll have kids' crafts and activities, winter walks, entertainment, food vendors and more! […]
22 Museums, 11 Days Running January 23 - February 2, immerse yourself in some of Milwaukee’s incredible museums, experiencing everything from the innovative hands-on exhibits at Milwaukee Public Museumto the […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, […]
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 […]
November 24th, 2024 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am December 29th, 2024 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family Concert, 11:00 am January 26th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point)11:00 am Free Family […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a […]
Winter Kids Dream Family Film Series at local Marcus Area Cinemas When: January 24th-March 16th Cost: $3 per movie, buy a passport to see all 8 films for $12 Movie night out! […]
A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. SUN December 15 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nature Nauts: Fantastic Fox MON December 16 from 9:30 am - 10:30 […]
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 325 W Walnut St Milwaukee WI Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a […]
JANUARY 17-26, 2025 Wisconsin’s Premier Winter Festival The Waukesha JanBoree returns on January 17-26 for it's 40th Anniversary year! Join us in making the 2025 Waukesha JanBoree a "Gem of […]
Ring bells! Bang the drums! Are you gonna love this exciting stage adaptation of the legendary tale of the lovable thief with a heart of gold? Join Aladdin, Jasmine, and […]
Join us on Sundays in January 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 […]
Second Sunday of every month, 5-7pm Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30pm Families can enjoy the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in a calmer, quieter space during our Sensory-Friendly Sessions. These […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. […]
A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. SUN December 15 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nature Nauts: Fantastic Fox MON December 16 from 9:30 am - 10:30 […]
Join us at LaFleur's Gymnastics in Germantown for Daytime Open Gym! On Mondays, we have 2 inflatables! Walk-in and pay at the door, there is no pre-registration. We accept cash, […]
22 Museums, 11 Days Running January 23 - February 2, immerse yourself in some of Milwaukee’s incredible museums, experiencing everything from the innovative hands-on exhibits at Milwaukee Public Museumto the […]
Kids Empire is an interactive indoor play space for children of all ages and their families. Come explore with your kids the floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, dedicated dance room, […]
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 […]
Winter Kids Dream Family Film Series at local Marcus Area Cinemas When: January 24th-March 16th Cost: $3 per movie, buy a passport to see all 8 films for $12 Movie night out! […]
Monday 12:30-2 / Wednesday 10:15-11:45 / Thursday 10:30-12 No Classes Nov 28-30 / Winter Break No Classes Dec 22-Jan 1 Do you have a child 6 or younger who just […]
On Sensory Days, your kids will be able to play and explore their senses using different textures, materials, fabrics, and art supplies! Open Play is provided during the two hour […]
Ninja Open Gym Ages 6+ (Including Adults!) Mondays 7:05-8:05 pm Fridays 6:00-7:00 pm Come practice in our dedicated Ninja Space at the 9650 Entrance. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Designed as a conduit to connection and bonding through new motherhood, this FREE weekly event is hosted by Babbling Babes, Milwaukee's largest moms social group, and The Play Retreat in […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. […]
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