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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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Mosaic Creative Studios Presents Honk Jr: A Youth Elite Players Production at West PAC in New Berlin

New Berlin West High School PAC 18695 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin, WI, United States

Honk Jr: A Youth Elite Players Production at West Performing Arts Center 18695 W Cleveland Ave New Berlin WI 53146 Saturday, May 4th, 2024 at 3:30pm and Sunday, May 5th, 2024 at 3:00pm  Come See our Youth Elite Players Production of Honk Jr. Tickets Are Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$20
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

She Kills Monsters Production by Mosaic Creative Studios at West PAC in New Berlin (Ages 9+)

New Berlin West High School PAC 18695 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin, WI, United States

She Kills Monsters Production at West Performing Arts Center 18695 W Cleveland Ave New Berlin, WI Saturday, May 4 at 7:00pm & Sunday, May 5 at 12:00pm  (Ages 9+) Tickets are Now On Sale for She Kills Monsters! Make sure to come see our casts in these outstanding shows!! Roll the dice and take the […]

$15 – $25

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
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

She Kills Monsters Production by Mosaic Creative Studios at West PAC in New Berlin (Ages 9+)

New Berlin West High School PAC 18695 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin, WI, United States

She Kills Monsters Production at West Performing Arts Center 18695 W Cleveland Ave New Berlin, WI Saturday, May 4 at 7:00pm & Sunday, May 5 at 12:00pm  (Ages 9+) Tickets are Now On Sale for She Kills Monsters! Make sure to come see our casts in these outstanding shows!! Roll the dice and take the […]

$15 – $25

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

Mosaic Creative Studios Presents Honk Jr: A Youth Elite Players Production at West PAC in New Berlin

New Berlin West High School PAC 18695 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin, WI, United States

Honk Jr: A Youth Elite Players Production at West Performing Arts Center 18695 W Cleveland Ave New Berlin WI 53146 Saturday, May 4th, 2024 at 3:30pm and Sunday, May 5th, 2024 at 3:00pm  Come See our Youth Elite Players Production of Honk Jr. Tickets Are Here. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]

$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

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 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

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 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
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

Kids Cooking Class at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Wauwatosa

Maggiano's Little Italy Milwaukee 2500 North Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, United States

Kids Cooking Class SATURDAY May 11 from 9-11 AM | MAGGIANO’S MILWAUKEE Maggiano's Little Italy 2500 North Mayfair Rd Wauwatosa WI Maggiano’s Little Italy is known for its Italian cuisine but this time the restaurant is giving the opportunity to kids to learn how to prepare a chocolate dessert and make a craft. Adults must buy […]

$15 – $35

World Migratory Bird Day Activities at the Forest Exploration Center Wauwatosa

Forest Exploration Center 1800 Forest Exploration Dr, Wauwatosa, United States

This Saturday, May 11th, is World Migratory Bird Day. Come to the Forest from 9 AM to noon to learn from our forest naturalist, Danielle Pahlisch, about the many wonderful feathered friends who call our urban woodland home, or use it as a seasonal resting spot. All-ages friendly interactive activities will delight your senses! Hear […]

Free – $10
Event Series 2024 Community Events

Springfest at Lincoln Park Milwaukee

Lincoln Park Pavilion 1301 W Hampton Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join us in celebrating Spring in Lincoln Park on Saturday, May 11th with a free family orientated party in the park. Our favorite community partners will be joining us with fun crafts, snacks, and community resources. Waterway Restoration Partnership to show the different phases of the restoration that are happening in our waterways. Milwaukee Public […]

Free
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 Live Music Events

Community of Voices 30th Anniversary Concert by Milwaukee Children’s Choir at Saint Sebastian’s Milwaukee

"Community of Voices- 30th Anniversary Concert" a Milwaukee Children's Choir All-Choir Concert, featuring Introductory Choir, Preparatory Choir, Intermediate Choir, Lyric Chorale and Milwaukee Youth Chorale. 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 […]

$20
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

Mother’s Day At The Mitchell Park Domes

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

Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Hours of Operation:  Mitchell Park Domes Sunday - 9:00am - 4:00pm (last entry at 3 pm) The Domes are celebrating Mother’s Day with a few special offerings: The first 50 visitors will receive a special Domes pin. The first 100 mothers who visit the Gifts Under […]

$9 – $20

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 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

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

Baptiste Paul (Author of Dear You, Dream Big!) at Boswell Book Company Milwaukee

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

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. […]

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

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

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

Baby Beginnings Program at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum for Caregivers and their Newborns

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

Baby Beginnings is a 30-minute program for caregivers and their newborns to come together while exploring the five senses. Hosted in our Pocket Park exhibit, each class will include stretches, tummy time activities, tracking practice, music and hands-on exploration. This program is designed for babies under 12 months and is best suited for those not walking […]

$25 – $80

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

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