Jurassic Quest at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center
Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis
$22 – $36
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Jurassic Quest at Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI 53214 Friday, January 3 - Sunday, January 5, 2025 (Friday 12p-6p, Saturday 9a-6p, Sunday 9a-5p) ATTENTION MILWAUKEE dinosaur lovers! Come see for yourself why Jurassic Quest is America’s biggest and most popular dinosaur event at Wisconsin State Fair Park! Our […]
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. 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: (Skate The Pettit MKE!)
Nature Wizard for Families: Surviving Winter January 5, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm How do animals survive our frigid Wisconsin winters? Join Ms. Bev to discover the adaptations that help critters live in the snow and cold. Families will work together to design their own winter critter and put it outside to […]
Join us on Sundays in January 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 […]
Kids will have a blast bouncing on inflatables, enjoying music, and more! Dont miss out on this action-packed day filled with fun and laughter! Registration required by Jan 3. You do not need to be a JCC member to attend.
Public Ice Skating! Visit Public Skate at The Pettit for more details. 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: (Skate The Pettit MKE!)
MON Jan 6, 2025 from 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Swirling Snowflakes & 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: Swirling Snowflakes MON Feb 3, 2025 from 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Winter Sleepers & 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: […]
MON Jan 6, 2025 from 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Swirling Snowflakes & 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: Swirling Snowflakes MON Feb 3, 2025 from 9:30 am - 10:30 am Little Wonders for Twos: Winter Sleepers & 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Little Wonders for Threes: […]
Monday 12:30-2 / Wednesday 10:15-11:45 / Thursday 10:30-12 No Classes Nov 28-30 / Winter Break No Classes Dec 22-Jan 1 Do you have a child 6 or younger who just has energy to burn and a driving need to expand their boundaries? Well, open up a gigantic, new world of fun for them at our […]
Designed as a conduit to connection and bonding through new motherhood, this FREE biweekly event is hosted by Babbling Babes, Milwaukee's largest moms social group, and The Play Retreat in Mequon. What to Expect: Honest conversations about motherhood Conversations about anything and everything outside of motherhood (because we're more than "just moms") A safe, judgment-free […]
Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory 524 South Layton Boulevard Milwaukee WI The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual (Spanish/English) storytime the last Wednesday of the month! No pre-registration required. Cost: Included with admission; Free to Friends of the Domes members Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
About the Outdoor Classroom for Kids Series Learn and explore the outdoors with a naturalist! Programs focus on seasonal topics and incorporate hands-on discovery and sensory exploration for your elementary-age learner. • 60 mins • Students must be accompanied by an adult. • Programs are mostly outdoors; dress for the weather. • Adults and young […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 January Planetarium Programs Wednesday 1/8 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet - $5.00/person Wednesday 1/15 at 11:00am - Wilbear’s Adventure - $5.00 per person Wednesday 1/22 at 11:00am - Khrumka’s Adventure in the Winter Forest Wednesday 1/29 […]
Admirals Autograph Corner! TUESDAY DEC 3 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 8 at 7:00 PM | FRIDAY JAN 10 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 22 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 29 at 7:00 PM | FRIDAY FEB 7 at 7:00 PM | TUESDAY FEB 25 at 7:00 PM | FRIDAY MAR 7 at 7:00 PM […]
Unicorn World at Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI 53214 Transport you and your family into the magical world of unicorns with family friendly activities and exhibits. Enjoy unicorn themed arts and crafts, explore the enchanted forest, and come face to face with animatronic unicorns. Please note: Dates […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. A new theme each year ensures for a memorable experience for the train lovers! When: January- March (Opening day TBD) Cost: Free with paid admission Learn more: […]
2025 DanceFest Grand Nationals Baird Center | 400 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI | January 10, 2025 - January 11, 2025 DanceFest is dedicated to the development of their dancers, coaches and teams. They commit to inspiring excellence in current and future generations. Look for DanceFest as they continue to raise industry standards! Performance Days: Friday […]
Joyful Mornings Nature Class Friday, September 13th / Friday, September 27th / Friday, October 11th / Friday, October 25th / Friday, November 8th / Friday, November 22nd / Friday, January 10th / Friday, January 24th from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Meet at the Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center Parents/caregivers and their children are invited to […]
Storytime Fridays at 11am Join us on the Stage in the Children's department for Storytime every Friday at 11:00am. 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 GAME NIGHT Time! Friday, January 10, 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Head over to Havenwoods for a family-friendly night of games and snacks. Stay for a little bit or the whole time playing board and card games with friends and family. Games for different ages are provided, or you can bring […]
January 10 & 11 at the Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life with an ultimate weekend of family fun at Fiserv Forum on Friday, Jan. 10, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 11, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Get ready to cheer, scream and be […]
Admirals Autograph Corner! TUESDAY DEC 3 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 8 at 7:00 PM | FRIDAY JAN 10 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 22 at 7:00 PM | WEDNESDAY JAN 29 at 7:00 PM | FRIDAY FEB 7 at 7:00 PM | TUESDAY FEB 25 at 7:00 PM | FRIDAY MAR 7 at 7:00 PM […]
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Be ready to jump, laugh with friends, and enjoy an evening of fitness and competition disguised as fun every Friday and Saturday night. All ages are welcome, no drop-offs allowed! A GLOW T-shirt MUST be worn in […]
Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market November 9, 2024 - April 19, 2025 (No market December 28) The market is 9:00AM to 2:00PM The Table 5305 W Capitol Drive Milwaukee WI (enter at the 54th Street entrance) Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd Milwaukee WI Every winter the Show Dome is transformed into a miniature train show with 600 feet of train tracks looping the exhibit. A new theme each year ensures for a memorable experience for the train lovers! When: January- March (Opening day TBD) Cost: Free with paid admission Learn more: […]
Unicorn World at Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W Greenfield Ave West Allis WI 53214 Transport you and your family into the magical world of unicorns with family friendly activities and exhibits. Enjoy unicorn themed arts and crafts, explore the enchanted forest, and come face to face with animatronic unicorns. Please note: Dates […]
Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins please. The Wilson Center is excited to announce the return of Free Family Art Workshops! Every 2nd Saturday of the month. Free of charge to […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! On Saturday mornings, select Marcus Theatres host Reel Movies for Real Needs, screenings of first-run hit movies in an auditorium with lower sound and brighter, gentle lighting. Individuals with autism, ADHD, down syndrome, or those affected by other […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 January Planetarium Programs Wednesday 1/8 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet - $5.00/person Wednesday 1/15 at 11:00am - Wilbear’s Adventure - $5.00 per person Wednesday 1/22 at 11:00am - Khrumka’s Adventure in the Winter Forest Wednesday 1/29 […]
Fox & Branch, a Milwaukee family favorite for over twenty years, will be performing for members of the Milwaukee area community on Saturday, January 11th at 11:00 a.m.! This event, open to the public, will take place at Downtown Montessori Academy (DMA), an Independent Public Charter School located at 2507-2523 S. Graham Street. The event is geared towards children […]
Bonfire, s'mores, winter games activities, arts & crafts, & more! 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.
2025 DanceFest Grand Nationals Baird Center | 400 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI | January 10, 2025 - January 11, 2025 DanceFest is dedicated to the development of their dancers, coaches and teams. They commit to inspiring excellence in current and future generations. Look for DanceFest as they continue to raise industry standards! Performance Days: Friday […]
Horwitz DeRemer Planetarium Found in Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison St Waukesha WI 53188 January Planetarium Programs Wednesday 1/8 at 11:00am - The Case of the Disappearing Planet - $5.00/person Wednesday 1/15 at 11:00am - Wilbear’s Adventure - $5.00 per person Wednesday 1/22 at 11:00am - Khrumka’s Adventure in the Winter Forest Wednesday 1/29 […]
January 10 & 11 at the Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R Phillips Ave Milwaukee WI Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life with an ultimate weekend of family fun at Fiserv Forum on Friday, Jan. 10, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 11, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Get ready to cheer, scream and be […]
We know it's a busy time of year! Mark your calendars and join us this January for a month of fun, fitness, and inclusion! All programs are FREE, open to the public, and inclusive for all abilities. Open Gym Friday, January 3 6:00-9:00 PM Whitman Middle School, Wauwatosa RampUp: Ice sledding and skating When: Saturday, […]
Recreational Open Gym / Saturdays from 6-8 PM Open gym is a wonderful opportunity for your child to explore the possibilities of gymnastics in a fun environment. For class kids and team kids, open gym provides some extra practice time to polish up on their more challenging moves or perhaps a time to just have […]
Glow Ice Skating at Eble Park Ice Arena 19400 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield WI 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.
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Be ready to jump, laugh with friends, and enjoy an evening of fitness and competition disguised as fun every Friday and Saturday night. All ages are welcome, no drop-offs allowed! A GLOW T-shirt MUST be worn in […]
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