Post Adoption Resource Centers

Magic of Lights at Pine Knob Music Theatre
2025-12-19 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-12-26 17:30 - 22:00, 2026-01-01 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Pine Knob Music Theatre, 33 Bob Seger Drive, Clarkston, MI, 48348, United States
Drive through a sparkling holiday wonderland filled with dazzling light displays, festive characters, and family fun. Kids will love the glowing tunnels and magical Reindeer Rest Stop with walk-through displays.
Event cost: Santa Saver passes start at $25 per vehicle, and oversized vehicle passes from $56. Online purchase required.
Event times: 6-9 p.m. daily Nov. 21-Jan. 3, 5:30-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday Dec. 12 – Jan. 3

Santa visits The Village of Rochester Hills
2025-12-21 | The Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Rd., Rochester Hills, MI, 48309, United States
Families can stop by Santa’s Snug for free walk-up visits and photos throughout the holiday season. Kids can bring wish lists or drop letters into the Magical Mailbox. Guests should bring their own camera.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: Santa hours Nov. 28-Dec. 24

Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo
2025-12-22, 2025-12-29, 2026-01-04 | Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI, United States
Wild Lights, presented by Corewell Health Children’s, has been a treasured holiday tradition for more than a decade for a reason. At this incredible event, you’ll encounter enchanting animal-themed light sculptures that bring a whimsical touch to the festive season and create a magical experience for all ages. Be prepared to be mesmerized by millions of twinkling LED lights transforming the Zoo into a winter wonderland.
Event cost: $17-$26/advanced online pricing, free/2 and under, $8/parking
Event times: Times vary; Nov. 22, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026

Waterford Farmers Market
2025-12-23 07:00 - 13:30, 2025-12-30 07:00 - 13:30 | Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford, MI, 48328, 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 7a-1:30p Saturdays only. Beginning May 2, the Oakland County Farmers Market resumes its summer operation of three days (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays).

Permian Monsters: Life Before the Dinosaurs
2025-12-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-31 10:00 - 17:00 | Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48303, United States
Step back in time 290 million years when bizarre-looking animals dominated life on land and sea, and find out about the greatest extinction the world has ever seen in Permian Monsters: Life before the Dinosaurs. This unique exhibition brings the past back to life with fossilized skeletons and full size life models of the animals that ruled the world millions of years before the age of dinosaurs, in a time known as the Permian.
The Permian period ended with the largest extinction Earth ever experienced, which wiped out 90% of all species on the planet. The cause of the end-Permian extinction had baffled scientists for the past 20 years but a recent discovery shed new light on the cause of this catastrophe: global warming. Find out how this familiar phenomenon, started by a huge volcanic eruption, set off a chain of events that led to the greatest extinction on Earth.
The exhibition blends art and science with a collection of new artwork which offers a glimpse back in time through the eyes of award winning paleo-artist Julius Csotonyi. View fossilised skeletons and reconstructed models of these amazing but bizarre creatures that dominated land and sea; and dig and identify fossils in the interactive dig pits throughout the exhibition.
Permian Monsters showcases an amazing collection of fossils and models from this relatively unknown time period, from giant insects, bizarre looking sharks to strange reptiles with mammal-like characteristics. Meet the top predator of the time, the giant saber-toothed gorgonopsid ‘Inostrancevia’ and find out what nearly killed them all to make way for Earth’s next rulers, the Dinosaurs.

Adults: $9
Adult Members: $8
Seniors 65+ & Children 2 – 12: $7
Seniors 65+ & Children 2 – 12 Members: $6
CIS Enhanced Members and Children under 2: FREE

Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays, Noon-4 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 28, 2025-Jan. 7, 2026

Permian Monsters at Cranbrook Institute of Science
2025-12-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48303, United States
Step back 290 million years to explore life before the dinosaurs. Kids can see fossilized skeletons, life-size models and even dig for fossils in interactive pits.
Event cost: Adults $9, adult members $8, seniors 65+ and children 2-12 $7, senior and child members $6, children under 2 and CIS Enhanced Members free
Event times: Sept. 28, 2025-Jan. 7, 2026. Wednesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m.

Trees for a Cause
2025-12-27, 2025-12-28 | The Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Rd., Rochester Hills, MI, 48309, United States
Families can explore ten decorated Christmas trees created by local nonprofits and vote for their favorite inside the Village Art Gallery. The festive displays line Main Street and offer an easy outdoor holiday outing. One charity will receive a $5,000 donation based on community votes.
Event cost: Free admission.
Event times: Daily Dec. 6–31

The Rink at Royal Oak Ice Skating
2026-01-05 15:00 - 21:00 | The Rink at Royal Oak – Centennial Commons, 221 E 3rd St., Royal Oak, MI, 48067, United States
The Rink at Royal Oak Ice Skating – The Rink at Royal Oak Ice Skating runs daily through February, 2026 (see Hours Below) at The Rink at RO (248-541-7550). Professionally maintained ice rink in Downtown Royal Oak is open for the season. Admission is $10, skate rental is $5.
EXTENDED HOLIDAY HOURS 12.22.25 – 1.5.26
Monday | 3 PM – 9 PM
Tuesday | 11 AM – 9 PM
Wednesday | 11 AM – 9 PM
Thursday | 11 AM – 9 PM
Friday | 11 AM – 11 PM
Saturday | 11 AM – 11 PM
Sunday | 11 AM – 9 PM

Innovation Hills Christmas Lights
2026-01-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Innovation Hills Park, 2800 W. Hamlin Road, Rochester Hills, MI, 48309, United States
The holiday lights are on nightly from 5p-7p Mondays through Thursdays and 5p-8p on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from December 5, 2025 through January 16, 2026. The 2025 / 2026 Innovation Hills Christmas Lights season will kickoff with a special event on Friday, December 5 & Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 4p-8p each night – a Candy Cane Hunt launches the festivities at 4p.
Take a festive holiday stroll around the 1-mile boardwalk / path to enjoy the Innovation Hills Christmas lights. The City of Rochester Hills does an excellent job keeping the boardwalk and the cement path clear (and well-lit). Follow the boardwalk to HUGE Christmas Tree (The Giant Wishing Tree). Along the way, you can admire the LED tunnel over the bridge and colored LED lights on the tinier trees along the path. Enjoy this great photo-op.

Zoo Tots Animal Habitats
2026-01-09 09:30 - 12:00 | Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI, United States
Zoo Tots Animal Habitats is an eight week, preschool focused program for kids ages 3 and 4 with an adult caregiver. Each class explores a different animal habitat through stories, art and hands on activities, with some sessions taking place out in the zoo. Registration is required, and the program runs weekly on a set schedule.
Event cost: $180 for members, $230 for nonmembers
Event times: Fridays 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jan. 9-Feb. 27, 2026; Fridays 11 a.m.-noon Jan. 9-Feb. 27, 2026; Saturdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jan. 10-Feb. 28, 2026

Bowers Farm Winter Park
2026-01-11 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-18 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-25 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-01 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-08 14:00 - 21:00 | Bowers School Farm, 1219 East Square Lake Road, Bloomfield Township, MI, 48304, United States
On January through February weekends Bowers Farms hosts Winter Park, sort of a mini Winter Festival held each weekend. Activities at Winter Park include browsing the farm store, dining at the farm kitchen, and snow tubing down the sled hill.
Bowers School Farm (1219 E Square Lake Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304, 248-341-6475, schoolfarm.org)
Admission is FREE. Activities at Winter Park include browsing the farm store, dining at the farm kitchen, and snow tubing down the sled hill.
Hours & Cost: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT RUNS ONLY DURING JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2026
Dates: January 9 – March 1, 2026
Fridays: 4p-9p
Saturdays: 2p-9p
Sundays: 2p-9p
Cost to visit is FREE. snow tubing hill is $17 (per 50 minutes of sled time). Ice skating rink will not be offered for the 2026 Bowers Farm Winter Park. Pre-registration is required for tubing.
PLEASE NOTE:
Tube regardless of snow! Mother Nature controls the weather and we will tube in any kind of weather . . . sun, snow, rain, etc. Dress accordingly to enjoy the outdoors but don’t expect fluffy snow flakes every day!
Tubers must walk up the hill to get to the top. We do not have any automation for getting up the hill other than your legs (unless a parent is so generous to haul the younger ones).
Winter Park is hosted in rain, snow, or shine. If you are unable to attend for any reason, give your tickets to another person . . they will love the opportunity when we are sold out. There are no refunds nor exchanges.
Only 1 rider per tube – NO doubling up.
Tubers require a ticket. Visitors not tubing can visit for free.

Preschool and Early Learning Fair at Royal Oak Farmers Market
2026-01-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 11 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI, United States
Families can meet local preschool and childcare providers and ask questions about early learning options. Kids can explore simple activities while parents gather helpful information for preparing little ones for school.
Event cost: FreeEvent times: 6:30-8 p.m. Jan. 13

Fire and Ice Festival in Downtown Rochester
2026-01-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Rochester area, MI, United States
Families can enjoy ice sculptures, winter games, food trucks and hands on activities throughout downtown. Kids will love Snowzilla Jr., the giant Frosty bounce house and the synthetic skating rink. Fireworks light up the sky Saturday night, and all activities are free to attend.
Event cost: Free admission and activities
Event times: 5-9 p.m. Jan. 16 and 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Jan. 17

Zoo Tots Animal Habitats at Detroit Zoo
2026-01-23 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-30 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-06 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-13 09:30 - 12:00 | Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI, United States
