Weekend Hayrides at Kensington Metropark

Kensington Metropark, Farm Center 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI, United States

Families can come out to Kensington Metropark Farm Center to take a weekend hayride. Hayrides last approximately 20 minutes. Tickets are available on-site only at the Farm Center office. Event cost: $5/adult, $3/child, free/under 2; parking pass required Event times:

Dragon Forest at the Detroit Zoo

Detroit Zoo 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI, United States

Families can wander through a winding, three-acre trail filled with fantastical sculptures, including animatronics, of dragons and mythical creatures. See 30-plus fantastical sculptures, enjoy interactive, climbable structures, unique photo opportunities, education stations, themed souvenirs and gifts and more. Event cost:

Waterford Farmers Market

Oakland County Farmers Market 2350 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford, MI, United States

Waterford Farmers Market Oakland County Market / Oakland County Farmers Markets 2350 Pontiac Lake Road Waterford, MI 248-858-5495 website – www.OaklandCountyParks.com Oakland County Farmers Market 2025 – Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays May 2 through December from 7a-1:30p. January through April from

Walled Lake Farmers Market

Ambrose Public Safety Campus 1499 East W Maple Rd, Walled Lake, MI, United States

Walled Lake Market Place Farmers Market at Ambrose Public Safety Campus 1499 East W Maple Rd Walled Lake, MI 248-624-4847 Website – walledlake.us Walled Lake Farmers Market 2025 – Open Wednesdays May 7 through October 29 from 8a-2p.

Michigan Renaissance Festival

Hollygrove Grounds 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly, MI, United States

Fair maids and merry men take a step back to the 16th century for jousting tournaments, comedy and theater shows, music, games and "real" mythological creatures. Each weekend is themed so check on it before you head out. Event cost:

Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E. Cheese

Chuck E. Cheese 13745 Lakeside Cir., Sterling Heights, MI, United States

On the first Sunday of every month, the play area will open two hours early for children with autism or sensory sensitivities. It will have reduced lighting and noise. Event cost: Free Event times: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Jan. 5, Feb.

Waterford Farmers Market

Oakland County Farmers Market 2350 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford, MI, United States

Waterford Farmers Market Oakland County Market / Oakland County Farmers Markets 2350 Pontiac Lake Road Waterford, MI 248-858-5495 website – www.OaklandCountyParks.com Oakland County Farmers Market 2025 – Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays May 2 through December from 7a-1:30p. January through April from

Walled Lake Farmers Market

Ambrose Public Safety Campus 1499 East W Maple Rd, Walled Lake, MI, United States

Walled Lake Market Place Farmers Market at Ambrose Public Safety Campus 1499 East W Maple Rd Walled Lake, MI 248-624-4847 Website – walledlake.us Walled Lake Farmers Market 2025 – Open Wednesdays May 7 through October 29 from 8a-2p.

Michigan Renaissance Festival

Hollygrove Grounds 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly, MI, United States

Fair maids and merry men take a step back to the 16th century for jousting tournaments, comedy and theater shows, music, games and "real" mythological creatures. Each weekend is themed so check on it before you head out. Event cost:

Canterbury Village Oktoberfest

Canterbury Village 2359 Joslyn Ct., Lake Orion, MI, United States

Families can come out to Canterbury Village for a fun Oktoberfest. It features live music, themed food, games, contests and more.  Event cost: $5/cash, $6/card; free/parking Event times:  1-9 p.m. Sept. 13-14, 2025