Weekend Hayrides at Kensington Metropark
2025-07-05 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-12 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-19 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Kensington Metropark, Farm Center, 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI, 48380, 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: Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays, June 28-Nov. 30, 2025

Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E. Cheese
2025-07-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Chuck E. Cheese, 13745 Lakeside Cir., Sterling Heights, MI, 48313, 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. 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6, Aug. 3, Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2 and Dec. 7, 2025

Historic Base Ball Games at Greenfield Village
2025-07-06 13:30 - 14:30 | Greenfield Village, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI, United States
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 5-Sept. 1, 2025

Music at Maybury Summer Concerts
2025-07-07 00:00 | MI
Every Monday from July 7 to August 11, bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic and enjoy music on the lawn at the park! Music starts at 7:00 pm on the Trailhead Building lawn. Please enter at the Eight Mile park entrance .
The concerts are made possible by the donations and efforts of the Northville Community Foundation and the Friends of Maybury State Park. Concerts are free but all motor vehicles entering the park are required to have a Recreation Passport
Cost: Free
Date: Monday, July 7th; 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Monthly Story Time at The Mall at Partridge Creek
2025-07-08 10:00 - 10:30 | The Mall at Partridge Creek, 17420 Hall Rd., Clinton Twp., MI, 48038, United States
Happening Monthly!
The Mall at Partridge Creek has partnered with the Clinton Township Library to host a Monthly Story Time! Join us for seasonal reads and fun educational opportunities as we share the joy of reading with the little ones!
🚨 Reservations are REQUIRED thru the Library link 👉 HTTP://CMPL.LIBNET.INFO/EVENTS
Monthly details: 10:00AM-10:30AM, reservations required
Tuesday, July 8 – Beach Party
Tuesday, August 5 – Things That Go
Tuesday, September 9 – Fall
Tuesday, October 7 – Spooky
Tuesday, November 11 – Dinosaurs
Tuesday, December 2- Holiday Hoopla
Cost: FREE

Wyandotte Street Art Fair
2025-07-09 | Downtown Wyandotte, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte, MI, United States
As one of the largest art fairs in the State of Michigan, the 63rd Wyandotte Street Art Fair scheduled for July 9th -12th 2025, attracts fine artists from across the state, region and nation to showcase their work, offering a local platform to expand community awareness of the creative arts. This quality event provides cultural enrichment to all ages in a fun and festive environment!
Date: Wednesday, July 9th, All Day
Cost: Free

Dragon Forest at the Detroit Zoo
2025-07-09 09:30 - 17:00, 2025-07-16 09:30 - 17:00, 2025-07-23 09:30 - 17:00 | 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: $6/dragon forest admission; along with zoo admission
Event times: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. May 24-Sept. 7, 2025

Dodge Park Thursdays
2025-07-10 15:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-17 15:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-24 15:00 - 20:00 | Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Rd., Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Swing by this market to get fresh fruits, veggies, fresh meat, poultry, and indoor and outdoor florals. Plus, there are concerts and weekly food trucks. Special events include Pride Day on June 5, Juneteenth on June 19, Cool Car Rally on July 3, Park It Family Fun and Movie in the Park on Aug. 14, Pet Parade on Sept. 4, Market Fit on Sept. 11 and Touch a Truck on Sept. 25. Bridge cards are welcome.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 3-8 p.m. Thursdays, June 5-Sept. 25, 2025

Emagine Summer Kids Movies
2025-07-11, 2025-07-18 | Emagine Theaters – Locations vary, MI, United States
Emagine Summer Kids Movies Series 2025 – Emagine Summer Kids Movies Series dates and Showtimes may change – Limited availability – Not offered to groups over 30 people
These movies on these dates are $3 admission for kids AND adults ALL SUMMER LONG. Each week will feature a new kids movie to check for a super low price. The special doesn’t stop at just tickets. Magic Packs available for $5 and includes popcorn and small drink. These films are eligible for the Summer Kids Star Cards rewards program.

Friday, June 20 through Thursday, June 26 – The Garfield Movie
Friday, June 27 through Thursday, July 3 – The Bad Guys
Friday, July 4 through Thursday, July 10 – Lyle, Lyle Crocodile
Friday, July 11 through Thursday, July 17 – The Angry Birds Movie
Friday, July 18 through Thursday, July 24 – The Angry Birds Move 2
Friday, July 25 through Thursday, July 31 – The Wild Robot
Friday, August 1 through Thursday, August 7 – Despicable Me 4
Friday, August 8 through Thursday, August 14 – Kung Fu Panda 4
Friday, August 15 through Thursday, August 21 – Trolls Band Together

Movie Nights in the D at Campus Martius
2025-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Campus Martius, 800 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48226, Select a Country:
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, 15, 22, 2025

Family Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit
2025-07-12 11:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, 4454 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, United States
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
Event times: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July, July 12, Aug. 10, 2025

Oakland County Fair
2025-07-13 09:00 - 23:00, 2025-07-20 09:00 - 19:00 | Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI, 48350, United States
This annual hometown attraction features a carnival full of games, rides and arena shows. Also, monster truck show, live animals, fireworks and more.
Event cost: $15/one day parking pass, $30/ten day parking pass; Carnival tickets vary by day; visit event website for advanced ticket purchases
Event times: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. weekends, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. final day, July 11-20, 2025

Sea Life Pirates and Mermaids Adventures
2025-07-14 | Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, 4316 Baldwin Rd., , Auburn Hhills, MI, United States
Sea Life Pirates and Mermaids Adventure – The Great Pirates & Mermaids Adventure Daily through August 3, 2025 Daily During Sea Life Hours at Sea Life Michigan (248-409-6009).

Dive into enchanted challenges like finding your pirate or mermaid name, learn to draw your favorite character, and a fin-tastic treasure hunt.

Storytime: Maybe Something Beautiful at Ford House
2025-07-15 10:30 - 11:00 | Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI, United States
This month, we’re inviting all little artists for a fun-filled, creative journey at Storytime! We’ll read Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell, illustrated by Rafael Lopez.
After the story, stay and get your hands messy with an art activity that brings the story to life! It’s the perfect way to ignite your child’s imagination and creativity. We can’t wait to see you there!
Come back every Tuesday in July to enjoy the same story and activity, and be on the lookout for a new story each month to keep the fun rolling!
This program is perfect for children ages 7 and under—and the best part? It’s completely FREE!
Register with link!
Cost: Free
Date: Tuesday, July 15th, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Maybury Farm Watch-Me-Grow
2025-07-15 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-07-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Maybury Farm, 50165 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI, United States
Maybury Farm Watch-Me-Grow – at Maybury Farm (approximately 1 ¼ miles west of Beck). Maybury Farm offers a 3-5 year old pre-k science based program every Tuesday.
Watch-Me-Grow preschool programs are for children ages 3-5. Each STEAM based program is filled with numerous hands-on activities, crafts, games, and animal visits. All activities are either science based, or literacy based, which creates an engaging time of fun and learning in the gorgeous green space of the farm!
COST: $20 per session (includes 1 child and 1 adult)
AGE: 3-5 years
LENGTH: 45 minutes
SESSION SCHEDULE:
5/27 – Strong sheep
6/3 – Glorious goats
6/10 -Tremendous turkeys
6/17 – Happy horses
6/24 – Purely pigs
7/1 – Growing gardens
7/8 – Crazy chickens
7/15 – Beautiful bunnies
7/22 – Terrific tractors
7/29 – Pretty peacocks
8/5 – Dazzling ducks
8/12 – Colorful cows
8/19 – Amazing alpacas
8/26 – Delightful donkeys
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Online registration required! 25 children/reservations maximum per session.
Online registration begins March 1, 2025. Registration for Watch-Me-Grow is online only – Register for Watch-Me-Grow. Please email completed Watch-Me-Grow registration form within 24 hours after online registration to hold your spot. EMAIL: farmteam@mayburyfarm.org. When sending your registration form in by email, please scan and send. DO NOT TAKE A PICTURE OF THE REGISTRATION FORM to send via email!
Non-refundable – sessions take place rain or shine. In the case of severe thunderstorms, you will be contacted if your session is rescheduled.
Please arrive to check-in at least 10 minutes prior – program starts promptly at 10:30am.

Outdoor Summer Concert: Dancing Queen – An ABBA Salute
2025-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI, United States
Kick off Ford House’s 2025 Outdoor Summer Concert series with a spectacular night featuring Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute! Get ready for an energetic evening as the hits of ABBA fill the air, bringing the magic of one of the world’s most beloved bands to life. From “Mamma Mia” to “Dancing Queen,” this tribute band will have you singing and dancing along under the stars.
Ford House’s summer concert series transforms our sprawling estate into a symphony of melodies and vibrant evenings. You can lounge on the lush lawns or sway to the rhythm on picnic blankets. The historic setting adds a timeless charm to the festivities, creating unforgettable memories as nature and music unite.
Join us for a night of ABBA, fun, and music in the enchanting atmosphere of Ford House.
Click the link for tickets
Cost: Public – Seated: $50, Public – Lawn: $25
Date: Friday, July 18th, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Voyageur Canoe at Stony Creek Metropark
2025-07-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Dr., Shelby Twp, MI, United States
Ages 7 and up can take a ride on the 34-foot Voyageur canoe at Stony Creek Metropark. Learn how trade affected history, enjoy seeing wildlife, and get a little exercise during this evening program. Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program.
Event cost: $5/person
Event times: 7-9:30 p.m. June 6, 20; July 18, 25; Aug. 22, 29; Sept. 5, 19, 2025

African World Festival at Hart Plaza
2025-07-19 11:00 - 23:00 | Detroit Hart Plaza, 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Celebrate the 42nd Annual African World Festival, which is three days full of entertainment, live demonstrations, community resources and information, vendors and more. This weekend event is a well-known summer festival in the Detroit-area.
Event cost: Free admission for members of The Wright Museum; contact for other prices
Event times: July 18-20, 2025

Historic Base Ball Games at Greenfield Village
2025-07-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Greenfield Village, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI, United States
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

LEGO Summer of Play
2025-07-21 | LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan, 4000 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI, 48326, United States
LEGO Summer of Play – LEGO Summer of Play Daily During LEGOLAND Discovery Center Hours at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan (248-409-
6009, legolanddiscoverycenter.com/michigan). Enjoy MINILAND Search, Creative Workshop, Build a Bee, Festival Dance Party, and Capture Your Play Mode – ALL included with LEGO Summer of Play admission.

Kids Crafting Club in Romulus
2025-07-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Romulus Public library, 1123 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI, 48174, United States
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
