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.
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). From marauding pirates and jungle tyrants to unwilling comrades and unlikely heroes, Peter and the Starcatcher playfully explores the depths of greed and despair… and the bonds of […]
Baptiste Paul, author of Dear You, Dream Big! at Boswell Book Company on Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30pm Boswell hosts Baptiste Paul, Wisconsin author of books for children, for an event featuring his latest, Dear You, Dream Big!, a picture book that offers a rally cry of Black possibility and conveys a message of resilience and strength. […]
Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult guardian (little siblings ages 0-1 are welcome to tag along). A Riveredge Naturalist will focus on outdoor exploration, literacy, physical development, nature intelligence, and social development. Members*: $4 | Non-members: $8 Pre-registration is required!
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 - […]
Saturday, May 18 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm FREE Admission! FREE Indoor Games & Activities! FREE Hourly Visa Gift Card Drawings! FREE Educational Seminars! FREE Health Screenings! Variety of Exhibitors! For grandparents, adult children and grandchildren. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]
Saturday, May 18th from 5:00pm -8:00 pm for Ages 1-12 West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 Need a night out, but don't know what to do with your children? Let the Y help. A night of fun in our facility awaits your children while you are enjoying yourself - kid free! […]
Milwaukee College Prep hosts its first-ever Mom & Son Soirée, a community-wide event celebrating the cherished relationship between moms, mother figures, and sons. Attendees will join us for a night of dancing, food, and fun in celebration of an irreplaceable bond. SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2024 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm 5:30pm-6:00pm (Red Carpet Reception) […]
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 […]
Kevin Henkes and Laura Dornzek, author and illustrator of Finding Things at Boswell on Sunday, May 19, 4 pm Boswell welcomes Wisconsin’s beloved, bestselling, and award-winning husband-and-wife team Kevin Henkes and Laura Dronzek for an afternoon event featuring their latest picture book, Finding Things. In this child-centered, cozy, and conceptually rich picture book, they explore storytelling, connections, […]
Tuesday, April 16 from 10:30 am - 11:00 am at WHS Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for Furry Tales! The Wisconsin Humane Society’s story time for children 2-4 years-old is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 am to 11 am. Animal-related books with a humane theme […]
Starting March 3rd and continuing on the Last Sunday of Every Month at 2pm Brumder Mansion 3046 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Bring the family and have some magical fun at The Brumder Mansion. Hosted by Magicians & Comedians Two Brothers One Mind and featuring a rotating cast of entertainers. Doors open 20 minutes before […]
Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 2 to 5 years old. These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play. Adults are encouraged to play along with their little explorers as well. Little siblings (0-1) are welcome to tag […]
May 30th, June 11th, June 28th and July 2nd / All Ages Community Play Group at Creative Chaos Studio Our community play group is not a structured class, but rather a time for caregivers to socialize, little artists to spend time creating a themed art project and playing in our sensory area. Now enrolling: May […]
May 31st from 10 am - 12 pm at Greenfield Park 2028 S 124th St Area #1 West Allis WI Connect, Play, Learn, and Grow with the Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Team. Infants and toddlers and their families are invited to join us for a fun interactive activity that will promote children's development […]
FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - Mother's Day! St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, May 31st for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is Mother’s Day! All Mothers this night (5/31 only) swim FREE! - $5 per […]
Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2 pm MainStage Academy of Dance is excited to bring the enchanting story, “Cinderella, A Storybook Ballet,” back to the OAC. Journey alongside Cinderella as her dreams are turned to reality by her beautiful fairy godmother. Experience for yourself her wicked, evil stepmother and her two equally dreadful daughters. See dancing trees, alluring fairies and […]
Join us on Sundays in June 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 […]
Sunday, June 2, 2024 Two concerts: 3:30 pm & 6:30 pm at Unity Lutheran Church 4600 Pilgrim Rd Brookfield WI Free-Will Donation 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 Have Some Fun MKE!)
Sunday, June 2, 2024 Two concerts: 3:30 pm & 6:30 pm at Unity Lutheran Church 4600 Pilgrim Rd Brookfield WI Free-Will Donation 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 Have Some Fun MKE!)
Bombshell Theatre Company 255 S Water St Milwaukee, WI 53204 Fri 07 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sun 09 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Great for kids (and nostalgic adults)! When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down […]
Bombshell Theatre Company 255 S Water St Milwaukee, WI 53204 Fri 07 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sun 09 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Great for kids (and nostalgic adults)! When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down […]
Milwaukee Water Lantern Festival at Veterans Park 1010 N Lincoln Memorial Dr Milwaukee, WI Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven't met […]
Bombshell Theatre Company 255 S Water St Milwaukee, WI 53204 Fri 07 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sun 09 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Great for kids (and nostalgic adults)! When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down […]
Bombshell Theatre Company 255 S Water St Milwaukee, WI 53204 Fri 07 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Sat 08 Jun 2024 07:00P - 08:00P Sun 09 Jun 2024 02:00P - 03:00P Great for kids (and nostalgic adults)! When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down […]
Join us on Sundays in June 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 […]
May 30th, June 11th, June 28th and July 2nd / All Ages Community Play Group at Creative Chaos Studio Our community play group is not a structured class, but rather a time for caregivers to socialize, little artists to spend time creating a themed art project and playing in our sensory area. Now enrolling: May […]
Bombshell Theatre Company Presents Disney's Frozen Junior June 11th - 13th 2024 at NEXT ACT THEATRE'S PERFORMANCE SPACE 255 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI Tue, June 11 at 7:00 pm Wed, June 12 at 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm Thu, June 13 at 7:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
Bombshell Theatre Company Presents Disney's Frozen Junior June 11th - 13th 2024 at NEXT ACT THEATRE'S PERFORMANCE SPACE 255 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI Tue, June 11 at 7:00 pm Wed, June 12 at 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm Thu, June 13 at 7:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
6pm Thursday-Saturday, June 13-15 & 2pm Saturday, June 15, 2024 All of the songs in our show will represent different board games, card games, video games or sports! The recital is more than performing on the stage. Each Dancer learns ways to express themselves, confidence, teamwork, and they get a feeling of accomplishment. We are […]
Bombshell Theatre Company Presents Disney's Frozen Junior June 11th - 13th 2024 at NEXT ACT THEATRE'S PERFORMANCE SPACE 255 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI Tue, June 11 at 7:00 pm Wed, June 12 at 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm Thu, June 13 at 7:00 pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be […]
6pm Thursday-Saturday, June 13-15 & 2pm Saturday, June 15, 2024 All of the songs in our show will represent different board games, card games, video games or sports! The recital is more than performing on the stage. Each Dancer learns ways to express themselves, confidence, teamwork, and they get a feeling of accomplishment. We are […]
Public shows June 14-16 Friday, June 14, 7:00 pm Saturday, June 15, 2:00 pm special matinee for families with kids 10 and under Sunday, June 16, 4:00 pm New twists on folk tales from Poland, Korea, Abenaki First Nation, the Akan people of Ghana and more! Be prepared for amazing costumes, fast-paced humor, poignant lessons, […]
It's time for our summer Science Night Party! Friday June 14 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at The Science and Surplus Store 6901 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI Join us for incredible demonstrations and interactive science displays and experiments. A great fun and educational event for the entire family. We'll have events outside and inside in this […]
6pm Thursday-Saturday, June 13-15 & 2pm Saturday, June 15, 2024 All of the songs in our show will represent different board games, card games, video games or sports! The recital is more than performing on the stage. Each Dancer learns ways to express themselves, confidence, teamwork, and they get a feeling of accomplishment. We are […]
Public shows June 14-16 Friday, June 14, 7:00 pm Saturday, June 15, 2:00 pm special matinee for families with kids 10 and under Sunday, June 16, 4:00 pm New twists on folk tales from Poland, Korea, Abenaki First Nation, the Akan people of Ghana and more! Be prepared for amazing costumes, fast-paced humor, poignant lessons, […]
6pm Thursday-Saturday, June 13-15 & 2pm Saturday, June 15, 2024 All of the songs in our show will represent different board games, card games, video games or sports! The recital is more than performing on the stage. Each Dancer learns ways to express themselves, confidence, teamwork, and they get a feeling of accomplishment. We are […]
Join us on Sundays in June 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 […]
Public shows June 14-16 Friday, June 14, 7:00 pm Saturday, June 15, 2:00 pm special matinee for families with kids 10 and under Sunday, June 16, 4:00 pm New twists on folk tales from Poland, Korea, Abenaki First Nation, the Akan people of Ghana and more! Be prepared for amazing costumes, fast-paced humor, poignant lessons, […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 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 […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 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 […]
Tuesday, April 16 from 10:30 am - 11:00 am at WHS Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Join us for Furry Tales! The Wisconsin Humane Society’s story time for children 2-4 years-old is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 am to 11 am. Animal-related books with a humane theme […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 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 […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 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 […]
1pm Saturday & Sunday, June 22 & 23 and 6pm Saturday, June 22 Join us in celebrating 15+ years of sharing the joy of dance at Elation Dance Center's annual recital. Enjoy music and dancing from dancers 2½ - 18 in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip-hop. Fun for the whole family! Please note: Dates […]
1pm Saturday & Sunday, June 22 & 23 and 6pm Saturday, June 22 Join us in celebrating 15+ years of sharing the joy of dance at Elation Dance Center's annual recital. Enjoy music and dancing from dancers 2½ - 18 in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip-hop. Fun for the whole family! Please note: Dates […]
1pm Saturday & Sunday, June 22 & 23 and 6pm Saturday, June 22 Join us in celebrating 15+ years of sharing the joy of dance at Elation Dance Center's annual recital. Enjoy music and dancing from dancers 2½ - 18 in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip-hop. Fun for the whole family! Please note: Dates […]
Join us on Sundays in June 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 […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 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 […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 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 […]
Summer Learning Adventures at West Suburban YMCA 2420 N 124th Street Wauwatosa WI 53226 SESSION DATES: SESSION 1: Jun 17-July 5 SESSION 2: Jul 8-26 SESSION 3: Jul 29-Aug16 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 […]
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