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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.

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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
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

Peter and the Starcatcher at Waukesha Civic Theatre

Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, Waukesha

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 […]

$12 – $18

Kids Night Out at the Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee Campus (Grades 1-6)

Wisconsin Humane Soceity Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, United States

Fridays, April 12 & May 10 from 5:00pm - 7:30pm at WHS Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Need an evening without the kids? Kids Night Out is for young people grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parent(s) to enjoy an evening out while the kids have an awesome time at the […]

$30
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

Peter and the Starcatcher at Waukesha Civic Theatre

Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, Waukesha

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 […]

$12 – $18

Little Leaders at The Little Village Play Cafe in Wauwatosa: Storytime with Mandela Barnes

The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm Storytime with Mandela Barnes at The Little Village Play Cafe 6505 W North Ave Wauwatosa WI Storytime with Mandela Barnes and his mother LaJuan Barnes just in time for Mother’s Day! Take home a flower-themed craft and learn about kindness.  Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

$35
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

Peter and the Starcatcher at Waukesha Civic Theatre

Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, Waukesha

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 […]

$12 – $18
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

Peter and the Starcatcher at Waukesha Civic Theatre

Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, Waukesha

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 […]

$12 – $18
Event Series 2024 Racine Zoo Happenings

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Racine Zoo

Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

Sunday, May 12, 2024   |   11AM – 12:30PM Let's celebrate moms! Join us for a special Mother's Day brunch to spend some quality time with mom and all of your favorite animals at the zoo! This fun event will include: Delicious catered brunch buffet Fun giraffe encounter sponsored by North Shore Bank Lovely flower for mom Commemorative photo […]

$60 – $80
Event Series 2024 Stage Performances

Peter and the Starcatcher at Waukesha Civic Theatre

Waukesha Civic Theatre 264 W Main St, Waukesha

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 […]

$12 – $18

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

FREE Theatre Classes at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 5-8)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 13th from 4:30pm-5:30pm & Saturday May 18th 9:00am-10:00am at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  Spring is here! We are celebrating with FREE one-hour theatre classes this week and next! Discover how to find your voice, dance, and explore theatre in a safe space with kids with own age! Explore the […]

Free

May Mini Family Swim at Goldfish Swim School in Brookfield

Goldfish Swim School - Brookfield 12565 W Feerick St, Brookfield, WI, United States

Tuesday, May 14th: 11:00am-12:30pm at GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL 12565 W Feerick St Brookfield WI Looking for a fun morning activity for your little one? On Tuesday, May 14th from 11-12:30, join us for a special Family Swim that is meant only for our Mini aged swimmers (4 months through 2 years). Join us for a […]

$5

Library Obstacle Course at the Bay View Library

Milwaukee Public Library Bay View Branch 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Tuesday May 14 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm at the Bay View Library 2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee WI Stop by the library after school to try your hand at our Library Obstacle Course! Start the course in our Community Room and end with a scavenger hunt in the Children's Section. Please note: Dates […]

Free

FREE Theatre Classes at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 9-12)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 14th & 15th from 4:30pm- 5:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  Spring is here! We are celebrating with FREE one-hour theatre classes this week and next! Discover how to find your voice, dance, and explore theatre in a safe space with kids with own age! Explore the world of […]

Free

FREE Theatre Classes at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 13-16)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 14th & 15th from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  Spring is here! We are celebrating with FREE one-hour theatre classes this week and next! Discover how to find your voice, dance, and explore theatre in a safe space with kids with own age! Explore the world of storytelling […]

Free

May Programs at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

Wednesday 5/15 at 11:00am - Mars: The Ultimate Voyage  Wednesday 5/22 at 11:00am - The First Stargazers  Wednesday 5/29 at 11:00am - Space Aliens: Looking for Life in the Universe  Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

$5

FREE Theatre Classes at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 9-12)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 14th & 15th from 4:30pm- 5:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  Spring is here! We are celebrating with FREE one-hour theatre classes this week and next! Discover how to find your voice, dance, and explore theatre in a safe space with kids with own age! Explore the world of […]

Free

FREE Theatre Classes at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 13-16)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 14th & 15th from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  Spring is here! We are celebrating with FREE one-hour theatre classes this week and next! Discover how to find your voice, dance, and explore theatre in a safe space with kids with own age! Explore the world of storytelling […]

Free

Toddler Obstacle Course at the Bay View Library

Milwaukee Public Library Bay View Branch 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Thursday, May 16, 10:30 am-12 pm at the Bay View Library 2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee WI Stop by the library after school to try your hand at our Library Obstacle Course! Start the course in our Community Room and end with a scavenger hunt in the Children's Section. Please note: Dates and times are […]

Free

Sensory Playtime at Tippecanoe Library

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

Friday May 17 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

FREE Theatre Classes at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 5-8)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 13th from 4:30pm-5:30pm & Saturday May 18th 9:00am-10:00am at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  Spring is here! We are celebrating with FREE one-hour theatre classes this week and next! Discover how to find your voice, dance, and explore theatre in a safe space with kids with own age! Explore the […]

Free

Celebrate Diversity Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo

Milwaukee County Zoo 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, United States

May 18th from 9:30am - 1:00pm   Diversity is nature’s greatest strength.  It should be ours too. This event highlights nature’s diversityand focuses on increasing our connection to both nature and community. The fun includes a game to guess how many species are found in an ecosystem and learning about animal artifacts from around the […]

$20 – $35
Event Series 2024 Racine Zoo Happenings

Zoorific Saturday at the Racine Zoo

Racine Zoo 2131 North Main Street, Racine, WI, United States

Saturday May 18 from 10am – 4pm Bring the whole family to enjoy a Zoorific Saturday! Enhance your Zoo experience with fun crafts, exciting games, and more hands-on activities all day long. Stop by stations with Zoo staff ready to educate guests about our amazing animals and their wild counterparts. Endangered Species Day Saturday May […]

$60 – $80

Parents Night Out at West Suburban YMCA (Ages 1-12)

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

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! […]

$20

Mosaic Spring Music Recital at Mount Mary College Milwaukee

Mount Mary College Helfaer Hall 2900 Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, United States

Mosaic Spring Music Recital Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 11:00am - 5:00pm at Mount Mary College Helfaer Hall We are so excited to showcase our amazing music students in their Spring Music Recital: Pop Icons Through the Years! We have multiple recital times all celebrating pop icons through the centuries! 11:00am / 12:30pm / 2:30pm / 4:00pm […]

$20
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Tiny Hooves Sanctuary’s Birthday Party in Union Grove WI

Tiny Hooves Sanctuary 1117 N. Britton Rd, Union Grove, WI, United States

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A BIRTHDAY PARTY SUNDAY | MAY 19th | 2pm -5pm Tiny Hooves Sanctuary 1117 N Britton Road Union Grove WI 53192 Party Games / FREE Coloring Station / Card Making VEGAN FOOD FOR SALE including Grilled Hotdogs & Burgers &  An epic dessert table with sweets featuring vegan businesses from WI & IL PLEASE […]

Free

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
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Brat with a Cop Neighborhood Pop-up at Butterfly Park Milwaukee

Butterfly Park - Milwaukee 3717 W Meinecke Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Brat with a Cop Neighborhood Pop-Up at Butterfly Park - 37th and Meinecke - Milwaukee WI and It's FREE! Dear Neighbor: You are cordially invited to attend MPD’s very first Brat with a Cop Neighborhood Pop-up event. Partnering with the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, Safe & Sound, Cops and Kids Foundation and Rooted and Rising, the pop-up event will […]

Free

Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee Campus (Ages 2-4)

Wisconsin Humane Soceity Milwaukee Campus 4500 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, United States

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 […]

Free – $10

May Programs at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI, United States

Wednesday 5/15 at 11:00am - Mars: The Ultimate Voyage  Wednesday 5/22 at 11:00am - The First Stargazers  Wednesday 5/29 at 11:00am - Space Aliens: Looking for Life in the Universe  Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]

$5

Mosaic Spring Theatre Camp at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 6-10)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 22 - 24 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  SPRING HAS SPRUNG! Join us for 3 days full of exploring all of their passions! Give your child the chance to sing, dance, and act out all the amazing shows from our summer camps! Jump into storytelling that gives […]

$25

Mosaic Spring Theatre Camp at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 6-10)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 22 - 24 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  SPRING HAS SPRUNG! Join us for 3 days full of exploring all of their passions! Give your child the chance to sing, dance, and act out all the amazing shows from our summer camps! Jump into storytelling that gives […]

$25

Field of Flags at Milwaukee’s Veterans Park

Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

FRIDAY, MAY 24 at 11 AM in Veterans Park Milwaukee Never Forget our fallen brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. We will be placing 27,316 flags this year representing Wisconsin’s killed in action from the Civil War through the present. With your help and the help of hundreds of […]

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

Mosaic Spring Theatre Camp at Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 6-10)

Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Drive Suite 200, Brookfield, United States

May 22 - 24 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  SPRING HAS SPRUNG! Join us for 3 days full of exploring all of their passions! Give your child the chance to sing, dance, and act out all the amazing shows from our summer camps! Jump into storytelling that gives […]

$25

Family Night Out at Goldfish Swim School

Goldfish Swim School - Brookfield 12565 W Feerick St, Brookfield, WI, United States

It's May Family Night Out Time! Friday, May 24th: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Our ever-popular Family Night Out events are back and better than ever! Join us on May 24th from 6:30pm-7:30pm for a night full of swimming! Tickets are FREE for current members and $5/child for nonmembers. We will begin to accept RSVPs at 8:00am […]

$5

Filling Carts and Hearts at Friedens Community Food Center – Despensa De La Paz with Sunbeam Kids (Ages 7+)

Friedens Community Food Center - Despensa De La Paz 1615 S 22nd, Milwaukee

05/25/2024 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Location: 1615 S 22nd Milwaukee WI Filling Carts & Hearts at Friedens Community Food Center - Despensa De La Paz Friedens is Milwaukee's largest network of food centers and work to build community through nourishment. They have 4 locations and each year they serve 45,000 individuals and families in need […]

Free
Event Series Let’s Go Fly A Kite MKE!

Family Kite Festival at Milwaukee’s Veterans Park

Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

May 25 & 26  On Saturday, May 25th, and Sunday May 26th, Gift of Wings is hosting The Gift of Wings IKEA Family Kite Festival, 37 Years in Veterans Park, a Milwaukee County Park, on Milwaukee's lakefront. The event will begin at 10:00 am, through 6:00 pm, (5 pm Sunday) with the GRAND LAUNCH of […]

Free
Event Series Let’s Go Fly A Kite MKE!

Family Kite Festival at Milwaukee’s Veterans Park

Veterans Park 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, United States

May 25 & 26  On Saturday, May 25th, and Sunday May 26th, Gift of Wings is hosting The Gift of Wings IKEA Family Kite Festival, 37 Years in Veterans Park, a Milwaukee County Park, on Milwaukee's lakefront. The event will begin at 10:00 am, through 6:00 pm, (5 pm Sunday) with the GRAND LAUNCH of […]

Free

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

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