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.
April 1 - 30 from Sunrise to 10 pm Come out to Retzer to enjoy this Spring’s Story Hike, featuring the children’s book “Crow Not Crow,” by Jane Yolen and Adam Stemple. Set out on the Orange Trail to read the book while enjoying the outdoors at the same time! The Orange Trail is a mowed grass […]
April 24, 2024 - April 27, 2024 / Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 10:30am, Saturday at 10:30am & 2pm The Little Red Hen is a time-tested tale about hard work and its rewards. When the hen asks for help from other animals – they say “not I.” But boy do they want to eat the cake […]
Joyful Mornings Nature Class March 22 / April 12 & 26 / May 10 & 24 from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Meet at the Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center Parents/caregivers and their children are invited to join us for our outdoor nature class. This free class is held at the Riverside Urban Ecology Center. […]
Ice Storm Drone Racing Competition at the Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St Milwaukee, WI Fri, April 26th 1:00pm - 10:00pm, Sat, April 27th 9:00am - 10:00pm, Sun, April 28th 9:00am - 6:00pm Get ready for the most thrilling and chilling event of the year! On April 26th-28th at the Pettit National Ice […]
FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2024 from 4 pm – 7 pm Family Night Open Swim - Hoppy Easter St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Join us from 4-7pm Friday, April 26th for family night open swim in our warm-water pool. The theme is Hoppy Easter! - $5 per person - Kids 3 years and younger swim […]
APRIL 26TH, 2024 | 5:00pm - 9:00pm ALVERNO COLLEGE - LAVERNA COMMONS OVER 60 VENDORS! INCLUDING FOOD TRUCKS! ABLE (Alverno Business Leaders Empower) is hosting a Night Market on Friday April 26th with over 60 vendors. Open to the public at Alverno College. Family friendly indoor and outdoors. If you could please advertise it on your page […]
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 […]
Join us for Open Gym at LaFleurs Gymnastics in Germantown! $15 - ages 5-12 ($2 discount for siblings) Maximum of 70 kids Sign up online; walk-in space is only available if we do not fill online. Login or make an iClass account to sign up. Arrive no earlier then 6:45pm. No parents allowed on […]
Join us for giveaways, celebrations & more! Celebrate all-NEW Theme Nights and Community Nights this season, plus familiar favorites return for 2024! Theme Nights 4/26 - Hockey Night 5/9 - Bark at the Park 5/11 - Star Wars™ Night 5/31 - Happy Days Throwback Night 7/26 - Yacht Rock Night 8/11 - Sesame Street Day […]
A ComedySportz match is an awesomely exciting comedy show played as a sport! Friday April 26th / Saturday April 27th / Friday May 3rd / Saturday May 4th / Friday May 10th / Saturday May 11th / Friday May 17th / Saturday May 18th / Friday May 24th / Saturday May 25th / Friday May […]
April 1 - 30 from Sunrise to 10 pm Come out to Retzer to enjoy this Spring’s Story Hike, featuring the children’s book “Crow Not Crow,” by Jane Yolen and Adam Stemple. Set out on the Orange Trail to read the book while enjoying the outdoors at the same time! The Orange Trail is a mowed grass […]
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 - […]
Ice Storm Drone Racing Competition at the Pettit National Ice Center 500 S 84th St Milwaukee, WI Fri, April 26th 1:00pm - 10:00pm, Sat, April 27th 9:00am - 10:00pm, Sun, April 28th 9:00am - 6:00pm Get ready for the most thrilling and chilling event of the year! On April 26th-28th at the Pettit National Ice […]
Maker Studio - an inspiring art studio for kids & adults with weekly rotating projects Ignite your creativity with every visit. Enjoy projects in every art media imaginable with ease and encouragement. Studio guides will answer questions, provide technique demonstrations, & give inspiration boosts when needed. Projects for ages 6-adult rotate weekly. Please note: Dates […]
WORK PLAY EARTH DAY Saturday, April 27 from 9:00am - 12:00pm at Kohler Andrae State Park Join staff and other volunteers to get ready for summer! Depending on the weather, projects may include trail, cordwalk or campground maintenance, Nature Center setup and other activities to prepare for the busy season ahead. Volunteers should wear work shoes/boots, […]
Saturday Youth Program with Milwaukee Repertory Theater Saturday, April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 9-11:30am at the Center Street Library 2727 W Fond du Lac Ave In partnership with Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud to offer free "Drama FUN-damentals" workshops on Saturdays. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
at the Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Special Event ART IN THE GREEN April 27 - 28, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Presented by Friends of the Domes Admission is FREE for Friends of the Domes members, and no advance tickets are necessary (just show up with your membership card and […]
Arbor Day Celebration at Sheridan Park April 27th at 9:00am at the Sheridan Park Pavilion 4800 S Lake Dr Cudahy WI Visit natural areas, help with the cleanup, weed-out, or planting trees! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the […]
Ultimate Ninjas will celebrate the grand opening of Milwaukee’s first dedicated ninja play and training gym on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The new 16,000-square-foot Ultimate Ninjas gives all ages the authentic ninja warrior experience with obstacle course training classes for toddlers and youth, birthday parties, summer and school break camps, […]
Join us for Family Fun aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad! East Troy Depot 2002 Church St East Troy WI 53120 The Regular Season will kick off on Saturdays only, starting April 13th. Sunday trains will be added on the first weekend in May, and Friday trains will be added on June 7th. All aboard […]
April 27 from 10am to 2pm at Ultimate Ninjas 400 W Bell Ct #350 Oak Creek, WI 53154 Ultimate Ninjas will celebrate the grand opening of Milwaukee’s first dedicated obstacle gym for all ages on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids age 6 and up can sign up for 1 or […]
Join us for Kids Club this week! This event is free with all supplies included! 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 Craft Time MKE!)
April 24, 2024 - April 27, 2024 / Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 10:30am, Saturday at 10:30am & 2pm The Little Red Hen is a time-tested tale about hard work and its rewards. When the hen asks for help from other animals – they say “not I.” But boy do they want to eat the cake […]
Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th Admission Required. Great for All Ages! Blossom Fest is Saturday, April 27th, and Sunday, April 28th with two shows each day, the first at 10:30 am and the second at 12:00 pm. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Saturdays in April at 11:00am Explore the night sky with our friends from Sesame Street. Join Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu as they take a trip to the Moon. Learn how the Moon differs from Earth and how to find the Big Dipper and North Star. Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature […]
Saturdays in April at 1:00pm This beautiful and historic program, produced by the Daniel Soref Planetarium at the Milwaukee Public Museum celebrates 400 years of telescope viewing. The program also examines the fascinating life and scientific accomplishments of Galileo. Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 Please […]
APRIL 6 – MAY 5, 2024 DIARY OF A WIMPY KID Middle School, ugh. It’s the worst. Greg is determined NOT to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor Fregley, or, maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg … no way. […]
Saturday, April 27 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm at the Good Hope Library 7715 W Good Hope Rd Milwaukee WI Celebrate Earth Day with some gardening activities! Get started on your own spring garden by planting vegetable, herb or flower seeds in a pot to take home. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Saturday, April 27 from 1-2 pm at East Library 2320 N Cramer St 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 […]
April 24, 2024 - April 27, 2024 / Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 10:30am, Saturday at 10:30am & 2pm The Little Red Hen is a time-tested tale about hard work and its rewards. When the hen asks for help from other animals – they say “not I.” But boy do they want to eat the cake […]
Getting ready for a trip with a little one? Anxious about navigating airport security, boarding a plane with your child, or installing a car seat or CARES harness? MKE is here to help! We are hosting our first-ever MKE Family Travel Night on April 27 from 5:30-7:30 PM, and it’s FREE! Experts from TSA, Delta, JetBlue, […]
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 […]
A ComedySportz match is an awesomely exciting comedy show played as a sport! Friday April 26th / Saturday April 27th / Friday May 3rd / Saturday May 4th / Friday May 10th / Saturday May 11th / Friday May 17th / Saturday May 18th / Friday May 24th / Saturday May 25th / Friday May […]
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