A program of Orchards Children’s Services – Funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Enjoy a game of baseball played with the 1867 rules on select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer. Event cost: Free w/admission Event times: First pitch 1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, July-Sept. 1, 2025
Join us Tuesday nights at the Library to craft to your heart’s content! Ages 0-17 Cost: Free Date: Tuesday, July 22nd, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Join us as we show FUN, free, family movies throughout the summer. You may bring your own pillows, snacks, and/or blankets to cozy up, just don’t forget to make room for your neighbor. Plus, we have air conditioning for those
Your Metroparks are excited to work with the Detroit Public Library to bring programs to Detroit neighborhoods. A variety of topics will be covered across multiple library locations with programs for adults, families and kids! Through a partnership with the
Head downtown to see a movie with your friends or family. In July, watch Wild Robot, The Meg and Shrek. In August, watch Step Up, Emperor’s New Groove, Twisters and Moana 2. Event cost: Free Event times: 7-9 p.m. July 11, 18, 25; Aug. 1, 8,
Families can walk, run, skate or cycle safely on the six miles of Hines Drive at Nankin Mills Park Area. Hines Drive will be closed from Outer Drive to Ann Arbor Trail. Event cost: Free Event times: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturdays,
Families can come out to the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) for exhibitions for kids, youth, teens and their grownups. Explore the galleries with opportunities to connect with hands-on art making, gallery chats and collaborative projects! Event cost: Free
See 60 artworks spanning in photography, painting, sculpture and more, one for each year of The Wright Museum. Event cost: $10 along with general admission Event times: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursdays August, 2025-March 31, 2026
This event features a backpack giveaway (while supplies last), face painting, crafts, music, bounce houses, food and more. Event cost: Free Event time: Noon-4 p.m. Aug. 15, 2025
K-12 students from all districts will receive a brand-new backpack, while supplies last, at this event. There will also be games, music, refreshments and more. Registration required. Event cost: Free Event time: Noon-5 p.m. Aug. 16, 2025