• Drop-In Workshop: Shrinky Dink Key Chains & Charms

    Detroit Institute of Arts Artmaking Studio 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, United States

    Watch your colorful design shrink to nearly half its original size in a toaster oven, then turn it into your own keychain or pendant! Cost: Adults, $20.00 ; Senior or College Student (w/valid ID), $10.00 ; Youth (6-17), $8.00 ;

  • End of Camp Back to School BASH in Southgate

    Downriver Family YMCA 16777 Northline Road, Southgate, MI, United States

    Join us for the End of Camp & Back to School Bash on Thursday, August 29, from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Downriver Family YMCA! This fun-filled event is the perfect way to wrap up summer and get ready for the

    Free
  • Hamtramck Labor Day Festival

    Caniff St. & Joseph Campau Ave. Hamtramck, United States

    This annual Labor Day Festival features carnival rides, live music, food, vendors, canoe races and a parade. Event cost: Free Event times: Aug. 30-Sept. 1, 2025

    Free
  • Detroit Jazz Festival

    Detroit Hart Plaza 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit, MI, United States

    Listen to the greats and upcoming Jazz artists at the ultimate Jazz show happening at Hart Plaza in Detroit. Event cost: Free Event times: Aug. 29-Sept. 1, 2025

    Free
  • Luminosity: A Detroit Arts Gathering at the Charles Wright Museum of African American History

    Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History 315 E. Warren Ave, Detroit, Select a Country:

    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, April 5, 2025-March 31,

  • Plymouth Fall Festival

    Downtown Plymouth 201 S. Main, Plymouth, MI, United States

    Check out the games and rides at the carnival, enter the car show and enjoy food and live entertainment at this Fall celebration. Event cost: $30/wristband for rides on Sunday, $1.50/tickets; other ticket packages are available Event times: Begins at

  • Story Festival at Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores

    Ford House 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236, MI, United States

    Celebrate the joy of reading with live storytime performances, crafts, games, and interactive activities for kids and families. Special guests include children’s entertainer Jim Gill and author Katie Yamasaki, plus live entertainment throughout the day. Event cost: Adults $7, Children

  • An Evening With Jane Goodall in Detroit

    Fisher Theatre 3011 W. Grand BLVD, Detroit, MI, United States

    It’s been 65 years since a young Jane Goodall first stepped into the forests of Tanzania to study wild chimpanzees. Her groundbreaking discoveries rocked the scientific community and launched Jane’s remarkable career. Now, she’ll reflect on this extraordinary journey, from

  • I, Charles Wright at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

    Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History 315 E. Warren Ave, Detroit, Select a Country:

    To celebrate the Charles H. Wright Museum’s 60th anniversary, this exhibition honors Dr. Charles Howard Wright (1919-2002). It is presented as a first-person narrative. The exhibit showcases his life and legacy through personal writings, images and artifacts, with contributions from

  • Nature Tater Tots

    Nankin Mills Interpretive Center 33175 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland, United States

    Toddlers can explore late summer nature at Nankin Mills with sunflowers, butterflies, classroom activities, and a short half-mile hike. Designed for ages 2–4 with a parent or guardian. Event cost: $5 per person; $6 for non-Wayne County residents Event times: