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Open Play @ Detroit Kid City
2025-10-19 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Detroit Kid City, 37051 Southbound Gratiot Avenue, Clinton Township, Michigan, 48036
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 paying sibling. All adults are FREE with a paying child.
*We have coffee, Prepackaged Light Snacks & Drinks available for purchase.
*You are welcome to bring your own peanut free snacks/drinks to consume in the cafe area only.
(PLEASE NO FOOD IN PLAY AREA)
*Please avoid bringing strollers in as space is limited and parking for them will be in the cafe area only.
*Older siblings will be asked not to run & please play carefully around the younger children.
At Detroit Kid City Kids Can Unplug and Let Their Imaginations Run Wild While The Adults Get a Much Needed Break Or Can Join Right In On The Fun!
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Fall Birding Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center
2025-10-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
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Sunday Funday @ The Discovery Center
2025-10-19 11:00 - 15:00 | The Discovery Center, 54 Cherry Street, Mount Clemens, Michigan, 48043
Open Family Play. No admission, donations suggested ($5/child).
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Pumpkin Painting @ JoJo’s Pumpkin Patch Detroit!
2025-10-19 11:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-20 11:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-21 11:00 - 22:00 | JoJo’s Shake Bar Detroit, 88 W Columbia Street, Detroit, MI, 48201
Pumpkin Painting + Dining Experience!
Skip the farm this year and head to JoJo’s Pumpkin Patch!
Your one-stop shop for fall fun, delicious food, over-the-top desserts, and festive cocktails! Perfect for family outings, office happy hours, or a cozy girls’ night out.
Your ticket includes:A cozy comfort entrée of your choiceOur iconic Pumpkin Patch Biggie ShakeA pumpkin from our patch + all the painting supplies you need to get creative
Available all day, every day of JoJo’s Pumpkin Patch, this festive dining + activity experience is the perfect way to celebrate the season in a warm, creative setting with friends, family, or coworkers.
Please note: Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

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Drop-In Workshop: Make a Mask! @ Detroit Institute of Arts
2025-10-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Have fun creating a colorful, expressive mask using feathers, ribbons, collage paper, paint markers, and more!
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Herbal Teatime (Ages 10+) @ Lake St Clair Metropark
2025-10-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Lake St Clair Metropark, 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48045
Plants have been used in a variety of ways throughout human history. Join us to hear more about local plants, their uses, and sample freshly brewed readymade teas. Learn to identify these backyard plants and “weeds” by sight and scent while exploring the nature trails nearby.
What to Expect:
The outdoor portion takes place on flat, compact gravel trails. Participants will be standing, stopping, and exploring plants on a slow hike of less than 1 mile. Accessible parking available onsite.
Ages: 10 and up.
Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $5 per child, $5 per adult
Location: Lake St. Clair Metropark, Nature Center
Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program.

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Cider in the City @ Beacon Park
2025-10-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Beacon Park, 1903 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Autumn’s calling and all the fall-time fun of a cider mill returns to Downtown Detroit for Beacon Park’s annual Cider in the City! This seasonal fall festival will feature city views, parkside dining, live music, family activities, an open-air tent and exciting food options, including fresh hot cider, pumpkins, tasty caramel apples and more courtesy of Blake’s Farms. Additional dining options include Food trucks, which will be onsite, and Lumen Detroit, the park’s flagship restaurant, will feature fall cocktails, craft beer and hard cider selections.
Visitors can pre-order items for convenient pickup at Beacon Park. To guarantee availability, we highly recommend that guests order online in advance.

Pre-orders are accepted until 12 p.m. prior to each event. Cash and credit are accepted.
Cider in the City is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation, programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership and supported by Blake’s Farms.
Event Features:

Donuts, cider and more for purchase courtesy of Blake’s Farms
Horse-drawn hayrides
Make-and-take crafts
Face painting (Sundays only)
Pumpkin painting
Food trucks
Live DJs
Football on the big screen
DTE Electric Vehicle Experience (on October 18 and 19 only)
and more!

Full Cider in the City menu of offerings by Blake’s Farms:

Fresh donuts – plain or cinnamon (6-pack)
Apple cider 1/2 gallons
Apple cider by the cup, hot or cold
Honeycrisp apples
Caramel apples
Large pumpkins (Perfect for carving!)
Small pumpkins

Food Truck Lineup:

October 11: Big Bo’s + Little Caesar’s
October 12: Los Dos Amigos + Busta Dawgs
October 18: Sonny’s Hamburgers + Andiamo
October 19: Los Dos Amigos + Andiamo

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Author Reading with Jessica Trammell @ Coreander's Children's Bookshoppe
2025-10-19 13:30 - 14:00 | Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe, 15118 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, 48230
Join us at Coreander’s on October 19th when author Jessica Trammell reads her new book, Blast Off, Eleanor! Don’t miss this fun event!

Participatory Science Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center
2025-10-19 13:30 - 14:30 | Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan, 48207

Treats at the Beach @ Lake St Clair Metropark
2025-10-19 14:00 - 17:00 | Lake St Clair Metropark, 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48045
Come celebrate Halloween with an afternoon full of fun for everyone at Lake St. Clair Metropark. Treats at the Beach is a fun spin on trunk or treating where kids of all ages can bring their treat bags to get filled with candy at different festive Halloween displays along the beach plaza and activity center. When kids are not busy yelling “trick-or-treat”, they can enjoy family-friendly activities including inflatables and bounce houses, face painting, hayrides, nature programs and other Halloween surprises. For those looking for a snack other than candy, there will be food available onsite at the park concessions!
Spots are limited, so register today!
Ages: Children under 16. Children must be accompanied by an adult. You will only be able to register children of these ages for trick-or-treating, but the whole family is welcome to attend. Please only register the children under 16 who will be treating, so we have an accurate count of number of kids to tell the displays to expect.
Time: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: Free! A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark.
Location: Lake St. Clair Metropark, Plaza & Activity Center

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Wally's Trunks & Treats Spooktacular @ Wally's Frozen Custard
2025-10-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Wally’s Frozen Custard, 22501 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, Michigan, 48080
Come in costume & see the Ghostbusters. Help us raise money for a great group KIDS ON THE GO.
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Zoo Boo @ The Detroit Zoo
2025-10-19 16:00 - 21:30 | Detroit Zoo, 8450 W 10 Mile, Royal Oak, Michigan, 48067
Your Family-Favorite Fall Tradition is Back
Gather your little goblins — Zoo Boo, presented by Corewell Health Children’s, returns this October!Bring your reusable bag, enjoy trick-or-treating at the Zoo and get ready for a full lineup of family-friendly entertainment, character meet-and-greets and seasonal fun at every turn.
As the sun sets, watch as the Zoo comes alive with glowing “fun-kins,” elaborate, illuminated décor and displays, costumed performers and nonstop fall festivities — all included with your ticket.
What to expect:

Treat stations throughout the front half of the Zoo
Illuminated displays that come alive at night
Live strolling performers and interactive entertainment
Hands-on learning opportunities
Halloween-themed face painting (available for purchase)
Themed photo stops to capture the moment
Character meet-and-greets and family-friendly Halloween vibes
Seasonal market experience by Blake’s with fresh cider and donuts for purchase (20% of proceeds support conservation)

The Zoo Boo pathway is limited to the front half of the Zoo. Animal habitats in the back of the Zoo will not be open.
Please note the train will not be running for Zoo Boo.
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Spooky-Sparkle Halloween Party (5+) @ The Friendship Factory GP
2025-10-19 17:00 - 19:30 | Friendship Factory Grosse Pointe, 20100 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236
Friendship Factory Spooky-Sparkle Halloween Party
Sunday, October 19th, 5–7 PM
Grosse Pointe
🎃 Join us for a frightfully fun & glittery night! 🎃
Our Spooky-Sparkle Halloween Party is the perfect blend of spooky and sparkly—designed to delight kids of all ages.
🧙‍♀️ Costume Contest Extravaganza — Show off your Halloween best! Categories include Spookiest, Sparkliest, Funniest, and Most Creative (prizes awarded!).
🎨 Craft Studio Fun — Create a personalized Halloween tote to match your costume—make it uniquely YOU!
✨ Glam Station — Add a spooky-sparkle touch with glitter makeup, hair tinsel, and Halloween face gems.
🎲 Ghoul-tastic Games — Mummy wrap relay, pumpkin ring toss, and monster freeze dance with spooky music.
🎶 Spooky Dance Party — End the night with a Halloween dance-off featuring hits like “Thriller” and “Monster Mash.”
🍽️ Dinner is Served — Enjoy a yummy, kid-friendly meal to keep the energy high for all the fun!
Join us for an evening filled with sparkle, creativity, and spooky fun. Wear your best costume and get ready to make magical memories. See you there, if you dare! 🌟👻
Spots are limited—reserve today!
Ages 5+ • $65 per person
Non-Refundable (Store Credit Only) • Drop-off Encouraged
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Baby Playgroup @ Harrison Township Public Library
2025-10-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Harrison Township Public Library, 38255 L'Anse Creuse St. Suite A, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48085
A fun drop-in play time just for babies! Join us for a mini storytime and playing! This is a great way for babies and parents to spend time together and enjoy themselves, while building early literacy and social skills. This program is geared for children 6 months to 24 months. Registration is NOT required.
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Roots & Shoots Story Thyme @ Mount Clemens Public Library
2025-10-20 10:30 - 11:00 | Mt Clemens Public Library, 150 Cass Ave, Mount Clemens, Michigan, 48083
In each Story Thyme, children and caregivers listen to and/or participate in stories, fingerplays, and songs.
As children learn new words and concepts through this storytime, they begin to understand how words work together to create meaning in their own lives.
Geared toward children ages 2–5.

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Open Play @ Hunt's Gymnastics Academy
2025-10-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Hunt’s Gymnastics Academy, 35700 Groesbeck, Clinton Township, Michigan, 48035
Mondays | Thursdays
10:30-11:30am
Open Plays return September 4th!​​
$10/child, cash only.​​​
No advanced registration is necessary, but each child must have a waiver on file before participating.

Lego Club @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-10-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Join us to build cool things with Legos! We may even put yours up for display on our Wall of Fame!

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Bizzy Bees @ The Neighborhood Club
2025-10-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Neighborhood Club, 17150 Waterloo Street, Grosse Pointe, Michigan, 48230
Join Ms. Jen in the Neighborhood Club gymnasium for our Bizzy Bees program, where parents and children under 5 can come together for a fun-filled playtime! This program is designed to foster social connections as families meet new friends while engaging in interactive toys and games. It’s a wonderful opportunity for little ones to explore, learn, and play in a supportive environment. We can’t wait to see you there!. This program coincides with Toddler Splash times.

Tuesdays, 9:00 am – 11:00 am & Fridays, 11:15 am – 1:15 pm
Just drop in!
Location: NCRWC, Gymnasium
Fee: Family Members: FREE, Non-Member: $10/one child, $5/each additional child
Contact Jen Cotzias with any questions: jennifer@neighborhoodclub.org
If Grosse Pointe Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather, Bizzy Bees will be cancelled for the day.
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Little Critters: Bats @ Lake St Clair Metropark
2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Lake St Clair Metropark Nature Center, 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48045
Date(s): 10/21/2025 – 10/21/2025

Time: 10:00 am -11:00 am

Overview:
This class, for our youngest learners, will ignite excitement for nature by focusing each month on a well-known animal, plant, or natural occurrence. Through stories, crafts and nature exploration kids will collect information about these fun topics. With this new knowledge, kids and families can gain confidence with outdoor nature play and experience the joy and wonder of nature. Please register both the participating child(ren) and the adult(s) for this program!
January – Little Critters: Raccoons & Opossums
February – Little Critters: Winter Tracks
March – Little Critters: Birds, birds, birds
April – Little Critters: Spring Gardens
May – Little Critters: Hawks
June – Little Critters: Muskrat & Beaver
September – Little Critters: Fall Birds
October – Little Critters: Bats
November – Little Critters: Animal Homes
December – Little Critters: Winter Bugs
What to Expect:
This session takes places indoors and outdoors throughout the year and is designed for caregiver and child to participate in together.
Ages: Children 3 – 6. Must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Cost: $3 per child, adults are Free!
Location: Lake St. Clair Metropark, Nature Center
Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program.

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Indoor Park @ Recreational Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe (RARE)
2025-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe (RARE), 18185 Sycamore, Roseville, Michigan, 48066
Ages 10 months – 5 years
Escape the elements and join us for an exciting “open play” session indoors! Explore climbers, slides, bikes, wagons, scooters, and more in a safe and dry environment. Please note that parents must supervise their children during this drop-in program, as no instructor will be present. Let’s make chilly days fun days at our Indoor Park!
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00am – noon
September 16 – December 18 (no class 11/4, 11/27)
$2 per child per visit or $20 punch card
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Storytime: My Shadow @ Ford House
2025-10-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, 48236
Storytime: My Shadow

Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime at Ford House, a free program designed to inspire young imaginations!
Perfect for children aged 7 and under, this weekly event features engaging children’s books read by our education team, paired with a fun, interactive activity inspired by the story.
Each month, we highlight a new book, blending the magic of storytelling with hands-on experiences that encourage creativity, curiosity, and a connection to the natural world. Every session offers a unique opportunity for little ones to learn, laugh, and grow, from crafting to exploring.

Book of the Month

My Shadow

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson | Illustrated by Ted Rand
My Shadow is a delightful exploration of a child’s playful relationship with their ever-present shadow. With gentle, poetic language and warm illustrations, this classic story invites young readers to observe the world around them in a new way. From sunny adventures to moonlit nights, this book captures the wonder and curiosity of childhood, reminding us that some companions are always by our side — even when we don’t notice.
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Storytime Tuesdays @ Detroit Public Library (Jefferson)
2025-10-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Detroit Public Library – Jefferson, 12350 Outer Drive East, Detroit, Michigan, 48224
Come enjoy books and a craft! It’s A great way for children to build early literacy, creativity and social skills.

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Baby Storytime @ Center Line Public Library
2025-10-21 11:00 - 11:30 | Center Line Public Library, 7345 Weingartz Street, Center Line, Michigan, 48015
Join us for stories, songs and last, but not least – play! The Center Line Public Library invites children ages 0 to 36 months and their caregivers to stop by for twenty minutes of stories and songs followed by open-ended play time. This program will be held weekly on Tuesdays at 11 AM. Drop in and meet new friends!
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Preschool Open Gym @ Extreme Gym
2025-10-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Extreme Gym & KydVenture, 22955 W Industrial Drive, St Clair Shores, MI, 48080
Let your little ones explore, jump, and play! Open Play is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 6 & under to burn off energy and get comfortable in the gym environment. They’ll love bouncing on trampolines, swinging on bars, and diving into the foam pit!
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Bead Art (Ages 6-12) @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-10-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Get creative every week with Bead Art! In this fun afterschool program, you’ll design and make colorful creations using fuse beads (Perler beads) and explore other awesome beaded crafts.
For Ages 6-12
Questions about this program? Feel free to contact the Children’s Library at (313) 481-1409 or email edurrett@detroitpubliclibrary.org.
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Family Story Time @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-10-21 17:00 - 17:30 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Welcome to Family Story Time at the Main | Detroit Public Library!
Come join us for a fun-filled morning of stories, songs, and activities perfect for preschool-aged children. Our friendly librarians will lead the session, keeping your little ones engaged and entertained.
**Family Story Time** is a great way to introduce your child to the wonders of reading and foster a love for books from a young age. It’s also an excellent opportunity to socialize with other parents and caregivers in the community.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event at the Main | Detroit Public Library. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Craft Night @ Harper Woods Public Library
2025-10-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Harper Woods Public Library, 19601 Harper Avenue, Harper Woods, Michigan, 48226
Come get crafty with us!

Come make a Halloween themed craft to take home with you. The craft will be semi-self directed and appropriate for Grade School – Adult crafters.

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Fall Harvest Storytime @ Detroit Public Library (Elmwood Park)
2025-10-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Detroit Public Library – Elmwood Park, 550 Chene Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
Snuggle up for a spook-tacular bedtime! Join us for cozy stories, gentle frights, and sweet Halloween dreams.
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