Permian Monsters: Life Before the Dinosaurs

Cranbrook Institute of Science 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI, 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

DeBuck’s Fall Festival Weekends

DeBuck’s Family Farm 50240 Martz Rd, Belleville, MI, United States

DeBuck’s Fall Festival Weekends DeBuck’s Fall Festival Weekends – 10a-4p on Thursdays and Fridays, and 10a-6p on Saturdays & Sundays at DeBuck’s Corn Maze (734-260-0334, www.debucksfamilyfarm.com). Fall fun galore with slides, pedal carts, an epic corn maze, endless rows of pumpkins,

Wint Nature Center Early Childhood Hour Out (ECHO)

Wint Nature Center 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, United States

Wint Nature Center Early Childhood Hour Out Wint Nature Center Early Childhood Hour Out – (ECHO) at Wint Nature Center (248-625-6473), Parents, grandparents, nannies and caregivers: Bring your little ones to Wint Nature Center for a caregiver-guided hour of activities, fun and friendship

LEGOLAND Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan 4000 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI, United States

Michigan's top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 25th - October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan and throw a Monster Party you don't want to miss!

Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village

Greenfield Village 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI, United States

Step into lantern-lit streets, glowing jack-o’-lantern paths and historic homes during Michigan’s most popular Halloween celebration. Families will meet costumed characters, enjoy live music, ride the carousel and train, and savor seasonal treats in this festive after-hours experience. Event cost:

Great Lakes Live Steamers

Starr Jaycee Park 1321 W. 13 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI, United States

Little ones can go on a miniature train ride through Starr Jaycee Park in Royal Oak. It is run by volunteer club, Great Lakes Live Steamers. Event cost: Free; donations are accepted and appreciated. Donations are used to help maintain

Trick or Treat Trail at Heritage Park in Canton

Heritage Park - Canton 1150 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI, United States

Dress up and enjoy trick-or-treating along a festive story trail with more than 20 treat stations. Kids can collect candy while families explore Heritage Park together. Pre-registration is required. Event cost: $13 resident / $16 non-resident (per trick-or-treater) Event times:

Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E. Cheese

Chuck E. Cheese 13745 Lakeside Cir., Sterling Heights, MI, 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.

Campus Kids Days at Campus Martius Park (Last Day)

Campus Martius Park 800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, United States

Head to Campus Martius Park for a family-friendly event that promises a lineup fun and free activities for all ages. Oct. 5 is "Lil' Boo Bash" and it allows kids to create their own body scrub. Event cost: Free Event

Preschool Playtime in Garden City

Radcliff Center 1751 Radcliff St., Garden City, MI, United States

Parents and kids ages 1-4 can imagine, play, and create together in the Radcliff Center Gym for drop-in playtime! Meet new friends while enriching your children. Ages 1-4 years Cost: $3 per child Date: Monday, October 6th, 9:00 AM –