A program of Orchards Children’s Services – Funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Take a walk through Heritage Park and enjoy seasonal light displays around the pond. This free outdoor event is family friendly and runs nightly for over a month. Event cost: Free Event times: 5-9 p.m. Nov. 23-Dec. 31
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
Step into the world of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions, intricate art studies, and interactive displays. Families can explore art, science, and engineering while kids enjoy hands-on machines like a room of mirrors and a rope pulley. Free for
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
Tinkering for Tots invites preschoolers to explore storytelling, play, and hands-on learning through monthly themed activities. Each session includes a story, a museum artifact visit, and a take-home STEAM activity kit. Event cost: Free for members or with museum admission
Celebrating its 98th year, the parade has all of your favorite floats, balloons, marching bands and entertainment. Event cost: Free Event time: 8:45 a.m. Nov. 27, 2025
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
November 22nd-23rd & November 28th-30th. And Every Saturday & Sunday in December before Christmas. Tickets Include: Visit with Santa and photo opportunities with Santa. 1 Donut & Cup of Cold/Hot Cider or Hot Chocolate Write a letter to Santa or drop off your wish list in Santa’s mailbox. Take home a toy from Santa's basket. Kids make & take crafts. Children 2 & Under Enter Free with Paying Adult Dates & times book up quickly and walk-ins are not guaranteed. Capacity is limited by Santa's ability to see everyone
Mark your calendar now for Garden City’s longest running tradition. The 2025 GCDDA Santaland Parade. Cost: Free Date: Saturday, November 29th, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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: