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.
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 p.m. (Gates close at 8:15 p.m.) Admission: Adults $20; Children (3-12) $18; Children (2 and Under) FREE. Save $2 per ticket when you purchase in […]
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 Introducing Zoo Year’s Eve, a unique New Year’s Eve celebration at the Milwaukee County Zoo. This special occasion transforms the zoo into a luminous wonderland […]
Light The Hoan (Free!) December 25-31, 2024 Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Daniel M. Hoan Memorial Bridge lit as a menorah each night. Families are encouraged to light their menorahs at home alongside the Hoan. Candle Lighting Schedule: December 25 at 6:00 p.m. – Lighting of the Shamash (helper candle) and first candle December […]
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 • 1 hr 49 min • 12/20/2024 • PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language. 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.
Bucks Home Game / Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI Make the Bucks part of your family traditions! 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.
Looking for a safe place for your child while they have off of school? Bring them to the Y for a fun-filled day with friends! When schools are closed during the school year, we offer full-day childcare at all five of our full-facility branches. The School’s Out Fun Day program keeps kids busy! Students […]
Winter in the Tropics: A Family Fun Fest! December 27, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Mitchell Park Domes Education Center Escape the snow and enjoy a tropical getaway in the heart of the city! This event includes tropical crafts, games, fruit tastings, and more. Kids can explore the Tropical Dome with a […]
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 and enjoy the wildlife and the unique Holiday displays and decorations. The drive-thru will take one hour. After your trip through the zoo, enjoy entrance […]
Winter Break Adventures at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park 1500 E Park Pl Milwaukee WI December 23, 26, 27, & 30, 2024 from 9am - 3:30pm 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.
Late Nights at The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI Enjoy the beauty of The Domes after dark on select evenings! Dates: Fri, Nov 29, 9AM-8PM Tues, Dec 10, 9AM-8PM Tues, Dec 17, 9AM-8PM Fri, Dec 27, 9AM-8PM Admission: Included with regular admission; last entry is one hour before close. Please […]
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI December 26 - December 30 Dec. 26, 27, 30: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dec. 28, 29: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo offers a week of free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Visit the Zoo […]
WINTER BREAK PROGRAMMING December 26-30, 2024 10 a.m. - Noon; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Stop by MPM Educators’ tables throughout the exhibit floors to learn about cold weather animal adaptations. Feel the furs that cover arctic animals, discover how to tell apart horns, tusks, and antlers, and explore the differences between the mammoths and […]
Winter Adventure Day on Friday, December 27, 2024 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Enjoy a day full of winter fun at Havenwoods while school is out! Outdoor adventures, indoor crafts, and fun activities to engage school-age children will be available all day. Explore and play while making new friends. This program is for children accompanied […]
Winter Break Scavenger Hunt Monday, December 23 & 30 from 10 am-8 pm Thursday, December 26 From 10 am-6pm Friday, December 27 from 10 am-6 pm Saturday, December 28 from 9 am-5 pm Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Stop in at the library during Winter Break and pick up a self-guided scavenger […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through December 31, 2024 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
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 trampolines, swing, climb, and run around for an hour and a half of FUN! Members are $8.00, non-members are $10.00. Please note: Dates and […]
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 events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 December Planetarium Programs Wednesday 12/4 at 11:00am - Khrumka’s Adventures in the Winter Forest- $5.00/person Wednesday 12/11 at 11:00am - Let It Snow- $5.00/person Wednesday 12/18 at 11:00am - Mystery of the Christmas Star - $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 12/7, 12/14, […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Holiday Break Shows December 23rd at 11am- George and Oatmeal Save Santa - $5.00/person December 23rd at 1pm- Cosmic Questions - $5.00/person December 26th at 11am- Our Place in Space - $5.00/person December 26th at 1pm- Season of Light - […]
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 to stay, and an online waiver is required. $8 for ages 2-12, $4 for 1 year olds, infants are free. Please note: Dates […]
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 event website to confirm the latest details: (Skate The Pettit MKE!)
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 and his friends in a story about embracing differences, filled with holiday cheer that’s perfect for kids and families alike. Shows run from November 29 […]
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield WI November 2024: Monday, Nov. 25: Noon to 1:30pm Tuesday, Nov. 26: Noon to 1:30pm Wednesday, Nov. 27: 2:30pm to 4:30pm Friday, Nov. 29: Noon to 2pm December 2024: Monday, Dec. 2: Noon to 1:30pm Tuesday, Dec. 3: Noon to 1:30pm Wednesday, […]
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 and his friends in a story about embracing differences, filled with holiday cheer that’s perfect for kids and families alike. Shows run from November 29 […]
Light The Hoan (Free!) December 25-31, 2024 Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Daniel M. Hoan Memorial Bridge lit as a menorah each night. Families are encouraged to light their menorahs at home alongside the Hoan. Candle Lighting Schedule: December 25 at 6:00 p.m. – Lighting of the Shamash (helper candle) and first candle December […]
Lake Geneva Santa Cruise Offers Festive Holiday Boat Rides for Families This holiday season, Lake Geneva Cruise Line is inviting families to enjoy the magic of its annual Santa Cruise, a light-filled boat ride to Santa’s secret lakeside hideaway. Running for the 7th year, this seasonal attraction begins the day after Thanksgiving and continues through […]
Snow Globe Holiday Festival Ballpark Commons, 7044 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI 53132November 22, 2024-December 30, 2024Admission: $29.99 (Parking: $10-$20) The Snow Globe Holiday Festival will take over Ballpark Commons this weekend, inviting guests of all ages to immerse themselves in a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, enchanting experiences, and seasonal treats. Here you’ll […]
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 scattered throughout Downtown Milwaukee by hopping on a Jingle Bus tour, powered by KB Excursions. This 40-minute narrated tour highlights the main attractions of the […]
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 this weekend at Country Christmas, a mile-long trail with more than one million holiday lights, including the 200-foot Bearville Tunnel with 30,000 computerized lights. Afterward, […]
Get a head start on ringing in the new year with our 2025 Vision Board & Junk Journal workshop! In this exciting session, kids will learn how to create their own personalized distressed junk journal using fun and creative techniques like: Stamp blending Collage Bullet journaling This hands-on experience will help kids express their creativity while […]
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 p.m. (Gates close at 8:15 p.m.) Admission: Adults $20; Children (3-12) $18; Children (2 and Under) FREE. Save $2 per ticket when you purchase in […]
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 Introducing Zoo Year’s Eve, a unique New Year’s Eve celebration at the Milwaukee County Zoo. This special occasion transforms the zoo into a luminous wonderland […]
Drumming in the Domes with Ko-Thi Dance Company December 27, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The drummers of Ko-Thi Dance Company present performances in celebration of Kwanzaa. Light shows will take place between performances. The event is included in the price of Domes admission. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 • 1 hr 49 min • 12/20/2024 • PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language. 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.
UWM Panther Arena 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.
Friday, December 27 at 7:00 pmUWM Panther Arena 400 W Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI Join us as we welcome some of our favorite princesses to the game! Proudly sponsored by Girls on the Run of Southeastern Wisconsin. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
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 of the fans watching the match! There are seven to ten games per match, with the occasional willing volunteer (kid or adult!) joining us up […]
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 fitness and competition disguised as fun every Friday and Saturday night. All ages are welcome, no drop-offs allowed! A GLOW T-shirt MUST be worn in […]
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 and enjoy the wildlife and the unique Holiday displays and decorations. The drive-thru will take one hour. After your trip through the zoo, enjoy entrance […]
Winter Break Scavenger Hunt Monday, December 23 & 30 from 10 am-8 pm Thursday, December 26 From 10 am-6pm Friday, December 27 from 10 am-6 pm Saturday, December 28 from 9 am-5 pm Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Stop in at the library during Winter Break and pick up a self-guided scavenger […]
Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd Milwaukee WI December 26 - December 30 Dec. 26, 27, 30: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dec. 28, 29: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo offers a week of free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Visit the Zoo […]
FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 5, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 5, 2024, 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. BLUE SPRING LAKE SEGMENT HIKE Thursday, October 10, 2024, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. FALL NIGHT HIKE Saturday, October 12, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. STARGAZING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9:00 - […]
Take it Outside Day at the Urban Ecology Center Riverside Park 1500 E Park Pl Milwaukee WI December 28 / February 15 / May 17 / August 9 (For everyone) Join us at Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center for an opportunity to get outside! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
Stop by our drop-in table, just inside Discovery World, to learn how different animals in Lakeshore State Park spend the winter. Touch animal hides and play a winter animal guessing game. No museum admission is required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]
WINTER BREAK PROGRAMMING December 26-30, 2024 10 a.m. - Noon; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Stop by MPM Educators’ tables throughout the exhibit floors to learn about cold weather animal adaptations. Feel the furs that cover arctic animals, discover how to tell apart horns, tusks, and antlers, and explore the differences between the mammoths and […]
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 are first-come, first-served. DAILY SCHEDULE (Wednesdays through Mondays) Now through December 31, 2024 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
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 at 10:30 a.m. and walk with the reader to the galleries. Then listen to a story that relates to a work of art before creating […]
Block Party! Central Library 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Saturday, December 28 from 10:30-11:15 am See what you can build! We provide the blocks, and you bring the creativity. 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.
Dress up, dance, make some crafts, count down to noon and celebrate the new year with us!
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 of first-run hit movies in an auditorium with lower sound and brighter, gentle lighting. Individuals with autism, ADHD, down syndrome, or those affected by other […]
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