It’s almost time! Junefest 2025! Saturday, June 7th, 10am – 5pm. Mack will be closed for all the fun! The train, inflatables, craft fair, sidewalk sales, the petting zoo and more! Tickets will be for sale for the inflatables, face painting and train. CASH only. This is NOT a Social District. Alcohol must stay in the bars/brewery/restaurants. Image Source
Wear blue, bring your smile & camera, and come meet Bluey! No registration necessary – this is a free event! Please enter Coreander’s through the garden, down the path, and through the cafe on your way to meet Bluey in the theater. There will be an opportunity to take a photo so please bring your camera. Image Source
Whistle Stop is hosting our first-ever Mom-to-Mom Sale! Do you have too many toys or clothes that your kids grew out of? Take the opportunity to clean house and connect with other parents in the community by signing up here. Please Note: Spots are limited and are first come, first served. You will be assigned a parking spot in the store’s front lot or a section on the grass by the sidewalk. Please bring your own tables/displays. Image […]
Saturdays feature rotating themes at the Discovery Center. Fun and exciting activities. 11am-3pm. No admission, donations suggested ($5/child). Image Source
FARMERS MARKET The Farm grows 33+ varieties of vegetables and fruit using organic practices, produces value-added products—including herbal teas, eggs, spices, and jams—and employs several area residents. In addition to selling produce at its Saturday market, the Farm offers a “Harvest on Demand” option, allowing neighbors to pick up their orders at the Farm’s Community House at their convenience. Since 2010, our seasonal Saturday Farm Market has been part of Detroit Community Markets, a network […]
Join us for some fun decorating our sidewalks with colorful chalk! There will be plenty of bubbles to pop too! If it rains, we’ll move indoors to create beautiful chalk art to decorate the Youth Department. This event is for kids up to 5th grade. If the event is held outside, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Image Source
Use a variety of drawing and collage materials to create a portrait of your favorite pet or animal! Image Source
Welcome to the Kids Dance Class! Get ready to groove and move with our fun and energetic dance at Vamonos! Classes will take place every Saturdays starting on April 19 at 12:15pm at 4444 Vernor Hwy. Kids of all ages are welcome to come and learn some new dance moves in a supportive and friendly environment. Class is free but donations are also welcomed! ¡Bienvenidos a la clase de baile para niños! ¡Prepárense para bailar y moverse con nuestra divertida y […]
Come one, come all! Join us for a laid-back afternoon of creativity, connection, and community. Pack your picnic blankets, bring your favorite craft, and enjoy a fun-filled play date with other awesome families. ✨ Free of charge – just bring good vibes and a splash of imagination! Image Source
This free, family-friendly performance will feature performances by musicians of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Larry Lee and the Back in the Day Band, the Jauron Perry Quintet, and Testimony Sings. Join us for great music, fun activities, and free food. The concert will be located at the old tennis courts near the Northwest corner of Frankfort Street and Gray Street. *The event is free and tickets are not required. Image Source
Join Us for the First Parent-Child Social Club Event of the Season! We’re thrilled to kick off the season with our very first event hosted by Playmates! Come celebrate community, fun, and connection at our exciting launch inside a fully fenced park — the perfect safe space for families. This event is a wonderful opportunity for single parents and families navigating life in the city to come together, build new connections, and strengthen bonds across […]
Reserved Open Play 4 hours of Open Play By Reservation! With the new time slot, you may come in anytime between 10-2pm! Current Open Play Times Are: Wednesdays 10am-2pm Fridays 10am-2pm & 4pm-8pm Sundays 9am-11am Any Dates Not Showing Are Sold Out! **No Refunds** We can move dates if needed** *$15.00 per child (admission is charged for children ages 1-8) Siblings 9 & up and babies younger than 1 are free IF accompanied by a […]
The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center welcomes friends and families with sensory processing differences to our sensory-friendly building hours! Enjoy the opportunity to explore and experience the OAC with building sounds and ambient noises at a lower volume. During your visit, there will be a quiet room with sensory materials available to use. At noon, the building will open to the public, with volumes returning to standard operating levels. All staff are KultureCity-certified to ensure the best […]
Bring your little one (1 per parent please!) For a super fun experience, we’ll go through beginner postures, work on calming breath techniques, play with instruments, chant, play. Please register your child as a student and sign the waiver. The $25 registration fee is for both you and your child, you only need to sign up for the class as an adult, as long as we have the waiver on file for both you and […]
Open Family Play. No admission, donations suggested ($5/child). Image Source
Use a variety of drawing and collage materials to create a portrait of your favorite pet or animal! Image Source
Create your own pencil drawing to take home while exploring the collection up close. No experience necessary, and all supplies are provided. Open to ages 6 through adult (children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Space is limited. Image Source
Spend your summer enjoying music from different local bands. From rock to country to R&B and oldies, there is a concert for everyone. Lounge in a lawn chair or get on your feet and dance. Concessions will be available for all concerts. Concerts are FREE, but a valid Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter the park. If event is cancelled due to inclement weather, it will be posted on social media and the […]
Throughout 2025, we’re bringing you Sensory-Friendly Hours — a monthly opportunity to experience the Zoo with adjusted lighting and quieter surroundings. These special hours, hosted once a month from opening until noon, are tailored to meet the needs of guests with sensory sensitivities and different sensory needs. During this time, the Zoo and its attractions remain open to all, with thoughtful adjustments to ensure everyone can enjoy a welcoming and accessible experience. What to expect: […]
Parents need movement + community more than ever. This is why we created this class. Taking care of our families. Join us for a kid friendly 45 min workout. The coach will help you move thru the session with your children playing or even joining in if they are old enough. 2 mornings a week to help YOU make YOUR wellness a priority. All age kiddos welcome. (sitting in a stroller, carseat, pack & play […]
Join the Youth Services Librarians for thirty minutes of songs, rhymes, and a story. Image Source
$10/child, cash only. No advanced registration is necessary, but each child must have a waiver on file before participating.
Through gentle stretching and mindful breathing, kids develop focus and relaxation skills that can benefit them in daily life. Whether they’re pretending to be animals in the jungle or floating like clouds, yoga for kids is all about fun, connection, and discovering the joy of movement! Bring your own yoga mats, but we do have a few to spare! Image Source
Join us to build cool things with Legos! We may even put yours up for display on our Wall of Fame! Image Source