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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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Global Palette at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI  Embark on a global journey with us through art projects inspired by different cultures. 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 Spring Break Time MKE!)

$10 – $25

Toolbox at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI  Come find out what is in the toolbox! Every week we will put different tools in your hands and learn how and when to use them safely. Any age is welcome! Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. Please note: Dates and times are […]

$12

Play Hour at Creative Chaos Milwaukee

Creative Chaos 2221 E Capitol Drive, Shorewood, United States

Every Tuesday in April from 10:00am - 11:30am It's play hour time! Build community while enjoying story time, sensory play and crafts ideal for ages 18 months and older however- all ages are welcome. This is a free community event! Registration required Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

Free

Family Fun Night at Tippecanoe Library

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

Tuesday, April 30, 6:15-7 pm at Tippecanoe Library 3912 S Howell Ave Library  Is your family up for the Egg Drop Challenge? Bring the whole family to see if you can create a container that protects an egg from cracking! Recommended for children 2 and up and their caregivers.  Please note: Dates and times are […]

Free

Tinker Tuesdays at Creative Chaos Milwaukee (Ages 4+)

Creative Chaos 2221 E Capitol Drive, Shorewood, United States

Every Tuesday in April from 6:15pm - 7:15pm Make recycled art projects, participate in STEAM based activities and tinker with all of our fun bits and pieces. Drop off tinker class / 4 years old+ / Registration required Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

$50

Birdy’s Dance Party at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Birdy Brinn* is ready for music and movement. Let's dance! *We defer to the judgment of our mascot performer for appearance durations.  Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. 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: […]

$25 – $80

Garden Thyme at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Garden season is here! Join us as we start planting an assortment of seeds for our outdoor balcony garden. Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. 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 Gardening Time MKE!)

$25 – $80

Family Fun: Story Telling Night at Oak Creek Public Library (Ages 4-11)

Oak Creek Library 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek, WI, United States

Family Fun: Story Telling Night at Oak Creek Public Library on May 2, 2024 6:30-7:30 pm Calling all actors and storytellers! Enjoy an evening telling different stories with props, felt cut outs, and puppets at various stations. There will also be story-related crafts. This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

MPS Biennial Music Festival at the UWM Panther Arena

UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena 400 West Kilbourn, Milwaukee, WI, United States

MPS Biennial Music Festival Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 pm at the UWM Panther Arena Milwaukee WI The Biennial Music Festival has been part of the MPS music program since 1924. To honor the 100th year of the festival, we will feature drum lines, world drumming, bands, choirs, orchestras, and our modern band students as […]

Free

Sensory Playtime at Tippecanoe Library

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

Friday, May 3 from 10:30-11:30 am at Tippecanoe Library 3912 S Howell Ave Milwaukee WI Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Recommended for children 6 months to 5 years old with a caregiver. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]

Free
Event Series Open Skate at the Pettit

Skate The Pettit National Ice Center

Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. April 2024  SAT April 13 from 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm FRI April 19 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT April 20 from 1:15 pm - 3:15 pm  May 2024 FRI May 3 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT May 4 […]

$20 – $70
Event Series 2024 Family Movies

Movie Theatre Night at the Oak Creek Performing Arts and Education Center

Oak Creek Performing Arts and Education Center 340 E Puetz Rd, Oak Creek, WI, United States

Friday, May 3rd at Oak Creek PAEC 6pm - Enchanted 8pm - Journey To The Center Of The Earth  Join us for a night of new worlds unlike those we ever dreamed of with this double feature! Grab a seat in one of our theatre chairs, bring a blanket and wear your coziest pajamas! Get […]

$6 – $20

The Tosa East Players Present SHREK THE MUSICAL

Dale K Hidde Theatre 7500 Milwaukee Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

Tosa East Players present SHREK THE MUSICAL! Don't miss it! We can't wait to see you there! APRIL 26th, 27th + MAY 3rd & 4th @ 7PM APRIL 28th + MAY 5th @ 2PM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

$20 – $85
Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

TTP Academy’s Annual Recital – The Toy Box – at the Oconomowoc Arts Center

Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

Saturday, May 4 at 11 am & 4 pm Welcome to TTP Academy's 36th Annual Recital Spectacular, "The Toy Box." This creative showcase will explore all types of childhood toys and the memories they evoke through the world of dance. Dancers will perform Classical Ballet & Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz & Tap and Hip Hop Rhythms […]

$16
Event Series 2024 Open Swims

Milwaukee Recreation Open Swim – Multiple Locations

Various WI, United States

Open Swim Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied in the water by an adult who will remain within arm’s reach of the child. Swim caps are required. Lap & Open Swim is a FREE program and pre-registration is not required.  Spring 2024 Open Swim Locations Riverside University High School: Saturdays, March 23 - […]

Free

Spring Park Clean-up Day at LaFollette Park in West Allis

LaFollette Park 9418 W. Washington St., West Allis, WI, United States

Spring Park Clean-up Day Saturday, May 4 from 9:00 am - 11:00 am at LaFollette Park 9418 W Washington St West Allis WI Help us get the Park ready for the summer season! We'll clean up garbage, rake leaves, get the flower boxes ready for planting and take on small repair/restoration projects. Scout troops and […]

Free

In-Store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Home Depot - SE MKE 150 W Holt Ave, Milwaukee

In-Store Kids Workshops / Home Depot SE MKE  150 West Holt Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

Free – $50

Member Swap Weekend at Milwaukee Area Museums

Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States +3 more

It’s Milwaukee’s museum Member Swap Weekend! For this weekend (May 4-5) only, If you’re a member at one participating museum, you can use your membership card to get into a different participating museum for FREE! Participating museums include Milwaukee Public Museum, Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, Milwaukee Art Museum, Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, and Charles […]

Free

Mothers Day Confetti Vases Art Class at Creative Chaos Milwaukee (Ages 4-15)

Creative Chaos 2221 E Capitol Drive, Shorewood, United States

Join us for a delightful Mommy and Me Art Class where parents and children can unleash their creativity together! In this interactive session, parent and child will embark on a colorful journey of crafting confetti vases adorned with glitter and gems. After creating the dazzling vases, we will then dive into crafting beautiful flowers to […]

$25
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Hawsfest at Sussex Village Park

Sussex Village Park W244N6125 Weaver Dr, Sussex, WI, United States

HAWSfest (FKA Romp ‘n Rally) - Saturday, MAY 4 at 10:oo am – 3:oo pm at Sussex Village Park Join us for our 41st Annual Spring Event, formerly known as the Romp ‘n Rally, introduced this year as HAWSfest. HAWSfest is a pet-centric, activity based, fundraising event for pets and people. It will surely be […]

Free
Event Series Spring and Summer 2024

Free Admission to Apple Holler’s Farm Park

Apple Holler 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, United States

Saturday, May 4th & Sunday, May 5th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Admission to the entire Farm Park is FREE! Farm Park Visit Includes: Visit new baby goats Visit the Golden Goat Bridge Jack & the Beanstalk Giant Slide Spider Web Rope Structure Cool Cow Maze Rainbow Playset Bees & Trees Learning Center Johnny […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

TTP Academy’s Annual Recital – The Toy Box – at the Oconomowoc Arts Center

Oconomowoc Arts Center @ the Oconomowoc Senior High School Campus 641 E Forest St, Oconomowoc, United States

Saturday, May 4 at 11 am & 4 pm Welcome to TTP Academy's 36th Annual Recital Spectacular, "The Toy Box." This creative showcase will explore all types of childhood toys and the memories they evoke through the world of dance. Dancers will perform Classical Ballet & Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz & Tap and Hip Hop Rhythms […]

$16

Safety Around Water Community Day at West Suburban YMCA

West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th St, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

May 4 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 Join us for a fun and educational Safety Around Water Day! During this FREE event, your child will participate in activities and exercises led by YMCA staff designed to teach basic water safety skills that help reduce the risk […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Parks & Hikes

Spring Frog Hike at Kettle Moraine South at Paradise Springs Nature Trail

Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit S91W39091 State Rd 59, Eagle, WI, United States

Saturday, May 4 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Spring is here! Join us to find and identify different frogs on an easy 1/2 mile hike on the Paradise Springs Nature Trail. We will be listening to their calls and exploring their habitat. Boots are highly recommended, as trails are expected to be muddy. A valid state […]

Free
Event Series Open Skate at the Pettit

Skate The Pettit National Ice Center

Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. April 2024  SAT April 13 from 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm FRI April 19 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT April 20 from 1:15 pm - 3:15 pm  May 2024 FRI May 3 from 11:15 am - 1:15 pm SAT May 4 […]

$20 – $70

The Tosa East Players Present SHREK THE MUSICAL

Dale K Hidde Theatre 7500 Milwaukee Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

Tosa East Players present SHREK THE MUSICAL! Don't miss it! We can't wait to see you there! APRIL 26th, 27th + MAY 3rd & 4th @ 7PM APRIL 28th + MAY 5th @ 2PM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

$20 – $85

May the Fourth Star Wars Spelling Bee at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

American Science & Surplus 6901 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

May the Fourth Star Wars Spelling Bee at the Science and Surplus Store 6901 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee WI from 7:00pm - 9:30pm May the Fourth be with you...because that's the only way you'll be able to spell Paodok'Draba'Takat Sap'De'Rekti Nik'Linke'Ti' Ki'Vef'Nik'NeSevef'Li'Kek* during our Annual Star Wars Spelling Bee! Join us for this free public […]

Free
Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

Milwaukee Festival Brass presents “May the Fourth Be With You” at Carney Performing Arts Center at Pius High School Milwaukee

Carney Performing Arts Center at Pius XI High School 135 N 76th St, Milwaukee, United States

Carney Performing Arts Center at Pius XI High School 135 N 76th St Milwaukee WI The Milwaukee Festival Brass will conclude its 38th Season in epic fashion with an all-Star Wars themed concert titled ”May The Fourth Be With You.” The program will be filled with the iconic music of John Williams and other composers […]

$15

Member Swap Weekend at Milwaukee Area Museums

Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, United States +3 more

It’s Milwaukee’s museum Member Swap Weekend! For this weekend (May 4-5) only, If you’re a member at one participating museum, you can use your membership card to get into a different participating museum for FREE! Participating museums include Milwaukee Public Museum, Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, Milwaukee Art Museum, Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, and Charles […]

Free
Event Series Spring and Summer 2024

Free Admission to Apple Holler’s Farm Park

Apple Holler 5006 South Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI, United States

Saturday, May 4th & Sunday, May 5th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Admission to the entire Farm Park is FREE! Farm Park Visit Includes: Visit new baby goats Visit the Golden Goat Bridge Jack & the Beanstalk Giant Slide Spider Web Rope Structure Cool Cow Maze Rainbow Playset Bees & Trees Learning Center Johnny […]

Free

Gardening for Good at Green Power Garden with Sunbeam Kids

Green Power Garden S53W24747 Glendale Rd, Waukesha

05/05/2024 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM  & 06/01/2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Location: Green Power Garden: S53W24747 Glendale Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189 We are excited to return to Green Power Garden on Sunday, May 5th from 1:00-2:30 pm to help get the garden ready for spring planting!  Green Power Garden is a volunteer led program […]

Free

May Activities at the Science and Surplus Store Milwaukee

American Science & Surplus 6901 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join us on Sundays in May 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 get messy clothes. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

Free

The Tosa East Players Present SHREK THE MUSICAL

Dale K Hidde Theatre 7500 Milwaukee Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

Tosa East Players present SHREK THE MUSICAL! Don't miss it! We can't wait to see you there! APRIL 26th, 27th + MAY 3rd & 4th @ 7PM APRIL 28th + MAY 5th @ 2PM Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm […]

$20 – $85

Global Palette at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI  Embark on a global journey with us through art projects inspired by different cultures. 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 Spring Break Time MKE!)

$10 – $25

Toolbox at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 929 E WISCONSIN AVE MILWAUKEE, WI  Come find out what is in the toolbox! Every week we will put different tools in your hands and learn how and when to use them safely. Any age is welcome! Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. Please note: Dates and times are […]

$12

High School Musical Jr At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

Monday, May 6 & Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30pm Sunset School for the Arts students present Disney’s High School Musical JR.  Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. […]

$14
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Special Needs Resource Fair at Fox River Middle School in Waterford

Fox River Middle School 921 W Main St, Waterford, United States

  May 7, 2024 from 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm NEW LOCATION!! Fox River Middle School 921 W Main St - Door 1 Waterford WI A Special Needs Resource Fair is being held at Fox River Middle School from 4:30-6:30pm. There over 60+ agencies signed up to attend and share information about their organization and what they […]

Free
Event Series 2024 StorySlams

Ex Fabula Teen StorySlam: Left No Crumbs (Ages 12+)

Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesday, May 7th from 6:00pm – 7:30pm at the Milwaukee Public Library Mitchell St Branch 906 W Historic Mitchell St Milwaukee WI This event is FREE but space is limited. Please Register in advance. Stories of food, cultural delicacies, cooking disasters, mouth-watering meals, and tradition! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]

Free

High School Musical Jr At The Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, United States

Monday, May 6 & Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30pm Sunset School for the Arts students present Disney’s High School Musical JR.  Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. […]

$14

Birdy’s Dance Party at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Birdy Brinn* is ready for music and movement. Let's dance! *We defer to the judgment of our mascot performer for appearance durations.  Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. 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: […]

$25 – $80

Family Mindfulness Time at the Bay View Community Center

Bay View Community Center 1320 E Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

April 24th & May 8th & May 22nd from 11:00am-12:00pm at Bayview Community Center 1320 E Okalahoma Ave Millwaukee WI No advance registration is required to attend Family Mindfulness – please join us for any session! Family Mindfulness sessions are held at BVCC twice per month, on Wednesdays from 11:00am-12:00pm.  Join Miss Holly for this free, drop-in […]

Free

Garden Thyme at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Betty Brinn Children's Museum 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Garden season is here! Join us as we start planting an assortment of seeds for our outdoor balcony garden. Free with regular admission. Preregistration is not required. 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 Gardening Time MKE!)

$25 – $80
Event Series 2024 Live Music Events

Party For The Park at Washington Park Milwaukee

Washington Park 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

May 8 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm   A fundraiser for Washington Park Wednesdays. 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: (Let's Go See Some Live Music MKE!)

$10 – $20
Event Series 2024 South Suburbs

Plant A Pot For Mom Children’s Activity at Bluemel’s Garden Center in Greenfield

Bluemel's 4930 W Loomis Rd, Greenfield, United States

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024 AT 5:30pm Bluemel's Garden & Landscape Center 4930 W Loomis Rd Greenfield WI 53220 Children will have a blast creating their own potted plant to give Mom for Mother's Day. They'll also learn a lottle bit about plants- education & fun all rolled into one! Please note: Dates and times are […]

$10

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