Looking for Valentine’s Day events for kids and families in Milwaukee? This February, the city is buzzing with fun, family-friendly celebrations perfect for making sweet memories with your loved ones.
From hands-on activities celebrating the Great Lakes to heartwarming dances and storytime sessions, there’s something for everyone.
Whether you’re looking to explore, dance, or create, Milwaukee has an event for you. Be sure to check out our Events Calendar for even more ideas, and don’t miss our round-up of Valentine’s Day Poems for Kids to add an extra dose of love to your celebrations!
Featured Events
Little Lovebug Bash
- Date: February 9th & 10th
- Location: The Little Village Play Café, 6505 W. North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI
- Details & Registration
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your little lovebug! Enjoy a fun-filled event featuring photo backdrops, themed sensory fun, craft stations, open play, and drink specials.
Love Your Great Lakes Day
- Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Discovery World, Milwaukee
Celebrate the beauty of Lake Michigan and the Great Lakes during this Valentine’s-themed event at Discovery World. With engaging hands-on activities, lake-inspired crafts, and fascinating exhibits, kids and families will enjoy learning about these vital aquatic habitats. Perfect for curious minds and lifelong learners!
Valentine’s Day Story Time
- Date: February 14, 2025
- Location: Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE, Milwaukee
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a cozy storytime at Barnes & Noble BAYSHORE! Families are invited to enjoy two heartwarming Valentine’s Day stories followed by a fun craft session that kids will love.
Family Sweetheart Dance at Tri County YMCA
- Date: Friday, February 7, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Tri County YMCA, Menomonee Falls
- Cost: Free for members; $7 for non-members
Get ready to groove with your little ladies and gentlemen at this lively family dance! A DJ will set the mood for a fun-filled evening, complete with light refreshments and a chance to create cherished memories.
Milwaukee Recreation’s Daddy/Daughter Dance
- Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Baird Center, Milwaukee
- Cost: $25 – $50
Celebrate 20 years of this beloved Milwaukee tradition! Held at the newly renovated Baird Center, this special event is perfect for fathers and father figures to enjoy a magical evening with their daughters. Dance, laugh, and make memories at this wintertime favorite.
Daddy Daughter Date Night at Slick City Wauwatosa
Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Check-in starts at 4:45 PM)
Location: Slick City Wauwatosa
Treat your little sweetheart(s) to a magical evening of fun! This special Daddy Daughter Date Night includes:
- One hour of slide time.
- Dinner (a slice of pizza and drink).
- Crafts and dessert to enjoy together.
Pricing:
- $39.99 per couple.
- $18.99 for each additional “date.”
Tickets must be purchased online in advance to guarantee your spot—walk-ins are NOT guaranteed.
Valentine’s Day Fun at Grey House Creative Market
Location: 6228 W State Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Kids Craft Workshop
When: January 24th & February 1st
Cost: $25 | Ages: 5–12
Kids can get creative with Valentine’s crafts, painting, drawing, and more. Materials and snacks included!
👉 Register for January 24th | Register for February 1st
Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating
When: February 2nd & 12th
Cost: $45 | Ages: 6+
Learn sugar cookie decorating with MKE Cookies and create six festive treats to take home.
👉 Register for February 2nd | Register for February 12th
📧 Contact: contact@greyhousecreativemarket.com
More to Explore
Don’t let the fun stop here! Check out our Events Calendar for a full list of upcoming activities for families in Milwaukee. For a touch of literary sweetness, visit our roundup of 50 Sweet Valentine’s Day Poems for Kids and share the joy of poetry with your little ones. 💕
Do you know of other family Valentine’s Day events? Email us at hello@mkewithkids.com.
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
Calie is also a recognized voice in local media, contributing to WISN Channel 12 News, WTMJ Wisconsin Morning News, Fox 6’s Real Milwaukee, and B93.3.
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