5 Activities for Music-Loving Kids in Milwaukee
If you have a music-loving kiddo, there are lots of amazing opportunities to fuel that enthusiasm in Milwaukee. Concerts, performances, theater, and so much more. Get ready to dance, sing and cheer along at 5 of our favorite places to enjoy live music and performances with kids in Milwaukee and the surrounding area.
FIRST STAGE THEATER
First Stage is one of the true gems of the Milwaukee Theater community. It’s nationally-known for its excellence and the production calendar includes youth versions of everything from Shakespearan classics to Disney favorites and even holiday shows. This coming season, music-loving kids will be delighted to see numerous options that are sure to be crowd-pleasers. Get your tickets and get ready to give these very talented performers a standing ovation!
2025 – 2026 Season
- Goosebumps: Phantom of the Auditorium
- The Pigeon Gets A Big Time Holiday Extravaganza!
- Lovabye Dragon
- Peter Pan and Wendy
- Disney’s Frozen
- The Rose of Treason
- Julius Caesar
FOX AND BRANCH CONCERT
The locals know how good a Fox and Branch concert is! This dynamic duo has been delighting young audiences for over two decades with a mix of old-time music, original songs, and family folk that appeals to young music lover and the young at heart alike. Check out their calendar to see where you can see a performance near you.
MOVIES IN CONCERT AT THE RIVERSIDE
The best movies are backed by incredible music and there is something really special about seeing one of your favorite films with a live orchestra playing the score. The Riverside Theater hosts these performances each winter, featuring huge movie hits like A Christmas Story. Get your tickets and experience the movies in a brand new way … IN CONCERT!
MILWAUKEE CHILDREN’S CHOIR
The 2025-2026 Milwaukee Children’s Choir season kicks off in September with choral musical education and performances that foster creativity and musical expression. The new season celebrates the youth performers in a variety of ways with opportunities to enjoy performances both in person and via livestream.
MILWAUKEE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Youth Concert Series uses orchestral masterwords to inspire, entertain, and delight students. new season celebrates the youth performers in a variety of ways with opportunities to enjoy performances both in person and via livestream. Concerts are held at the Bradley Symphony Center and feature exciting, recognizable pieces that are sure to be a huge hit with music-loving kids. Check out the Youth Concert Series website for full details.
These are just a handful of the many opportunities for young music-lovers in Milwaukee! We’d love to hear about your favorites as well.
