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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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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
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

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 Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Girls Can Fly Day at the Hartford Municipal Airport

Hartford Municipal Airport 4200 Co Hwy U, 53027, Hartford, Wisconsin, United States

Saturday, May 18th from 10:00am - 12:00pm at Kylie’s Cub Air Flight at the Hartford Municipal Airport 4200 Airport Drive Hartford WI 53027 Come join us at the Hartford WI municipal airport on Saturday May 18th from 10:00-12:00 for our free annual Girls Can Fly day. A light luncheon will be provided from 12:00-12:30. The […]

Free

Family Generations Expo at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex in Franklin

Milwaukee County Sports Complex 6000 W Ryan Rd, Franklin, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

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
Event Series Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

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 Sunset Playhouse 2024 Shows

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

NatureNauts at Wehr Nature Center

Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. 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 Family Nature Time MKE!)

$10 – $12

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
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

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

Kevin Henkes and Laura Dornzek, Author and Illustrator of Finding Things, at Boswell Book Company Milwaukee

Boswell Book Company 2559 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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, […]

Free

Willy Wonka Kids At The Sunset Playhouse

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

May 18 and May 19 at 10am / 12pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm Students from our School for the Arts proudly present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS.  The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. […]

$14

NatureNauts at Wehr Nature Center

Wehr Nature Center 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI, United States

A program for children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. 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 Family Nature Time MKE!)

$10 – $12

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

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

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

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

Milwaukee Monthly Family Magic and Variety Show at the Brumder Mansion (Ages 6+)

Brumder Mansion 3046 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 […]

$10 – $20

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

Mosaic Theatre High Interest Day At Mosaic Studios Brookfield (Ages 5-17)

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

May 28th from 4:30pm-7:30pm at Mosaic Creative Studios 3400 Intertech Dr #200 Brookfield, WI  Mosaic Creative Studios is opening up our favorite classes for a FREE High Interest Day! Give your actor the opportunity to be creative in 6 different classes and have a blast while learning. Our students will have the opportunity to have […]

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

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

Discount Days At The Mitchell Park Domes

The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, United States

County Parks Announces 2024 Discount Days for Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Hours of Operation:  Mitchell Park Domes Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays - 9:00am - 5:00pm  Saturdays & Sundays - 9:00am - 4:00pm  Closed on Tuesdays WHEN: The last Thursday of each month, starting on April 25th Milwaukee County Parks is offering […]

$5

Community Play Group at Creative Chaos Studio Milwaukee

Creative Chaos 2221 E Capitol Drive, Shorewood, United States

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 […]

$10
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Friday Fun in the Park at Greenfield Park West Allis

Greenfield Park 2028 S 124th St, West Allis, WI, United States

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 […]

Free

Family Night Open Swim at St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care

St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care 2801 E Morgan Ave, Milwaukee, United States

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 […]

$10 – $30
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Bay View Gallery Night

Bay View, WI Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI

May 31 from 5 pm - 10 pm in the Bay View Neighborhood An art adventure in Bay View. Over 70 locations host 100s of artists and musicians. Check out the Rollout Bike Ride Scavenger Hunt, Food Truck Friday in Morgan Park, or one of the several Maker fairs happening. Also for music lovers, the […]

Free

Event Series 2024 Community Events

Tosa Farmers Market

Downtown Wauwatosa 7720 W Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, United States

Every Saturday from June 1st - Oct 12th from 8am-noon The Tosa Farmers Market is a local not-for-profit organization that carefully curates the best, freshest foods in the region, but it’s more than that. It’s a community hub for foodies, cyclists, coffee-lovers, music fans, yogis, kids — and all their neighbors. Power of Produce (POP) […]

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
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. June 2024 SAT June 1 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 8 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 15 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm SAT June 22 from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm July 2024 SAT July 13 […]

$20 – $70
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Pride Pop-Up In The Park and Drag Queen Story Hour at Flour Girl and Flame West Allis

Flour Girl and Flame 8125 W National Ave, West Allis, United States

  Join us for our next pop-up in the park at Railroad Park (intersection of W National Ave & S 82nd St). Free to attend and family-friendly!  Sunday June 2nd 11-2 free admission + (3-4:30 - ticketed) bounce house @everyonesicecream Volunteer run bar proceeds benefiting Out Families Drag queen story hour Drag performance Rainbow cupcakes […]

Free – $30

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