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.
'Tis the season
West Vliet Street Holiday Happenings
Washington Heights | Milwaukee
Nov. 13-14
Kick off the 2026 holiday shopping season by strolling through unique gift shops filled with holiday treasures, discovering one-of-a-kind gifts, and enjoying delicious food and drinks from neighborhood eateries. Plus you can travel along the street via horse-drawn wagon and enjoy warm apple cider during the ride.
The Brickyard Holiday Jamboree
Bavarian Bierhaus | Glendale
Nov. 15 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Explore handmade gifts, enjoy live holiday music and visit 24 interactive art booths offering creative demonstrations and hands-on activities. There will also be a visit from Kris Kringle, gourmet hot chocolate from Tabal Chocolates, and a live Yule Mandala creation and lighting.
Home Plate for the Holidays
American Family Field
Nov. 14 | 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Spice up your holiday card with a family photo shoot at the home of your Milwaukee Brewers! Each photo session at home plate includes a custom scoreboard message and an optional Bernie Brewer appearance with a minimum of three high-resolution digital photos, giving you the perfect keepsake and memories that will last a lifetime.
A Legacy of Joy: Tree-Decorating Celebration
Washington Library | Milwaukee
Nov. 14 | Noon-2 p.m.
Get into the holiday spirit with a free afternoon of crafting, creativity and family fun at this fifth-annual community event. Kids and grown-ups will work side-by-side to create handmade ornaments for Joyce’s Legacy Learning Center’s community tree in Cathedral Square Park.
On with the show
Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour
Fiserv Forum
Nov. 14 | 7 p.m.
Following last year’s successful holiday tour, Pentatonix are bringing their signature harmonies, festive spirit and unforgettable performances to Milwaukee The tour also celebrates the deluxe edition of Christmas in the City, featuring 10 new tracks, live recordings and the new single “Get Happy / Happy Days Are Here Again.”
Wild Kratts Live! 2.0: Activate Creature Power!
Miller High Life Theatre
Nov. 15 | 1 and 5 p.m.
This all-new show combines live action and animation, with Martin and Chris live on stage and the rest of the Wild Kratts team on screen at the Tortuga HQ. Which creature powers will they activate and what new and amazing ‘WOW!’ facts will you learn?
Kids Music Fest
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
Nov. 15 | 1-5 p.m.
Join Civic Music MKE for this all-ages event where everyone can meet and learn about the youth music organizations. The afternoon includes live performances, various workshops and activities, including a parade, instrument “petting zoo,” art projects and more.