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.
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, […]
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 […]
Location: All Milwaukee Wave games take place a the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, unless otherwise noted. Taking the kids to a Milwaukee Wave game? Read our guide on What Families Can Expect at a Milwaukee Wave Game to make the […]
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! […]
Every Tuesday, there will be a reading to children with special/support needs and keeping kids engaged with interactive reading. After planned books and engagement, there is time for Open Play […]
French Club - for Kids (6-12) Tuesday, January 7 from 3:30-5 pm East Library 2320 N Cramer St Milwaukee WI French Club for kids! Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club […]
Join Babbling Babes, Milwaukee's largest moms social group, for open play, pizza, and connection at The Play Retreat in Mequon! Each $24 ticket includes one child and one adult admission […]
Tuesdays from 5-7:30 pm at Center Street Library 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for a night of board game fun for all ages! Whether you're […]
Children with special/support needs showcase their artistic skills by painting on canvas boards and are able to play safely in-doors! This program is designed for children up to age 6. […]
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. […]
Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime the last Wednesday of the month! No pre-registration […]
It’s never too early to foster creativity. Explore art together in this monthly program for children five and under and their caregivers. Each drop-in session offers thematic art making, play-based […]
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 […]
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 - […]
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! […]
Lake Geneva Winterfest (Free!) When: January 29–February 2 | Where: Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva Watch 15 teams compete in America’s Snow Sculpting Invitational. Celebrate with bonfires, live entertainment, […]
Admirals Autograph Corner! TUESDAY DEC 3 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 8 at 7:00 PM | FRIDAY JAN 10 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 22 at 7:00 PM | […]
Thursdays are one of our intentional days for parents/guardians to create playdates for their children with like-minded families. Our Family Activity Center is a socially and open space for families […]
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. […]
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 […]
Join us for a Mom+Me Yoga class taught by Cara Pliskie at Elite Sports Club Brookfield, followed by open play and socializing with refreshments including coffee, mimosas, pastries, and snacks […]
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! […]
Lake Geneva Winterfest (Free!) When: January 29–February 2 | Where: Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva Watch 15 teams compete in America’s Snow Sculpting Invitational. Celebrate with bonfires, live entertainment, […]
Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate, the […]
On Sensory Fridays, 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Join us every Friday for our Family Friday Open Gyms! Children will be able to get all of their energy out just before lunch and nap time! Bounce on our […]
Storytime Fridays at 11am Join us on the Stage in the Children's department for Storytime every Friday at 11:00am. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
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! […]
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 […]
Lake Geneva Winterfest (Free!) When: January 29–February 2 | Where: Riviera Plaza & Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva Watch 15 teams compete in America’s Snow Sculpting Invitational. Celebrate with bonfires, live entertainment, […]
Snowflake Spectacular: A Winter Wonderland Friday, January 31, 2025 from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm A one-night-only, ticketed event at Discovery World! Join us as we transform the museum […]
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 […]
The Racine Theatre Guild's Children's Theatre 2519 Northwestern Ave Racine WI 53404 Runs Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2025 The spunky heroine returns in this joyful show filled with new […]
Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate, the […]
Emily Song had always known that she was meant to sing. However, her father banned music from their lives for as long as she can remember. But that doesn't stop […]
FRIDAY JANUARY 31 at 7:00 PM UWM Panther Arena The University of Wisconsin Badger Band makes their annual visit to Panther Arena, courtesy of Pegasus Partners! Please note: Dates and times are […]
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 […]
Join us at your local Home Depot location on the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for FREE in-person Kids Workshops. 2025 Schedule (while supplies […]
Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market November 9, 2024 - April 19, 2025 (No market December 28) The market is 9:00AM to 2:00PM The Table 5305 W Capitol Drive Milwaukee WI (enter […]
The Mitchell Park Domes is once again hosting its popular All-Scale Train Show on Saturday, February 1, 2024, and Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. […]
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