Every week, Milwaukee With Kids answers a simple question for families across the area: What are we going to do this weekend? From indoor activities to outdoor adventures, we’ve got you covered. For the full weekend list, make sure to visit the Milwaukee With Kids website.
Top pick
Greatest Hits: Ancient Civilizations
Milwaukee Public Museum
Jan. 10 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
During this kickoff celebration of the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Greatest Hits series, visitors can stop by interactive stations to learn what archaeology can teach us about the fascinating lifeways of Ancient Egyptians and the Maya. Visitors will be able to experience the Mummification Wrap, Maya Masters, and storytimes and activities for early learners.
Critters and cuddles
Gross Out Day
Discovery World
Jan. 11 | 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Explore our wonderfully weird world by diving into the fascinating science behind everything gross, icky, sticky, gooey, wiggly and crawly! Get hands-on with interactive exhibits and activities that uncover the mysteries and marvels of these phenomena, from exploring the science of glowing slime to discovering the secrets of bizarre critters.
Kids Night Out
Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee Campus
Jan. 9 | 5-7 p.m.
What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for grades 1-6, providing an opportunity for parents to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time at the Wisconsin Humane Society. Parents are asked to send a packed snack or dinner with their child.
Movies and music
Labyrinth 40th Anniversary
Avalon Atmospheric Theater
Jan. 8-11 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Head to the historic movie house in Bay View to watch Labyrinth, the Jim Henson classic starring Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie that turns 40 this year. The film follows Sarah, a teenager with an active imagination who summons the goblins to take her baby stepbrother away. When little Toby disappears, Sarah must follow him into a fantastical world to rescue him from the Goblin King. Guarding his castle is the labyrinth itself, a twisted maze of deception populated with outrageous characters and unknown dangers.
Kid Boogie Down
The Cooperage
Jan. 10 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Come to the Harborfront for an all-inclusive dance party for the kids! Kid Boogie Down’s full-sensory family-friendly dance party features lights, lasers, music videos and bubbles to combat winter blues. Young audiences will be introduced to genres ranging from classic disco and funk to modern hits synced with matching music videos.
Chill out
DelaFREEZE
Downtown Delafield
Jan. 10 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Bundle up for fun as this free and family-friendly event takes over downtown Delafield. The main attractions are the live ice carvings featuring artists working on 300-pound blocks to create a unique sculpture right in front of your eyes. You’ll also have the chance to ice skate, grab a hot cocoa or Bloody Mary at the ice bar, enjoy crafts or set off on a scavenger hunt.
New Berlin Winterfest
New Berlin Activity and Recreation Center
Jan. 10 | 3-7 p.m.
The magic of winter returns to New Berlin for this annual event featuring live music, food trucks, a beer garden, sports and other activities, a kids’ zone, cookie decorating and hot cocoa. Don’t love the cold? Head inside the ARC to enjoy the indoor playground or take part in the pickleball tournament.