Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Father’s Day? Bring the whole family to Williams Recreation for Dogs & Dads in the Park—a fun-filled afternoon of food, music, games, and, of course, adorable dogs! Williams Recreation Park Sunday, 12–4 PM FREE for everyone!Celebrate Dad with good vibes, great company, and furry friends. Don’t miss it! Image Source
12-5 p.m. ET Saturday, June 14, 2025 Eid Al-Adha Family Party + Artisan Market FREE with RSVP Kick off summer by celebrating the opening of Al-Hadiqa: AANM Heritage Garden and the joyous occasion of Eid Al-Adha in one spectacular event! FREE and open to the public, there will be fun activities for all: an exhibit scavenger hunt, special Eid and summer crafts, English-Arabic storytime, refreshments in the garden, and performances! The Hafla will also feature an Artisan […]
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 […]
The band “Ignite Performing Arts Shine Jazz” will present an afternoon of vibrant music at the Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Musum. Enjoy smooth jazz melodies in a unique outdoor setting that blends rich local history with a dynamic live performance. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Image Source
Featuring puppets, games, special guests, stories, drawings, music, and dance parties, The Rainbow Beard Show celebrates curiosity, play, and shared human experiences. Join host Ricky Rainbow Beard and their friends as they explore the fun of dressing up! What does it mean to dress up? When do you do it? Why? This participatory live theater performance is inspired by classic children’s programming like Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and Sesame Street, and is designed for kids ages 4–8 (and their grownups). For […]
Sounds from the Park is a set of five improvisatory pieces written by Marcus Elliot, celebrating Detroit’s parks and their communities by weaving together the memories and dreams of community leaders, elders, and youth. Conceptual collaboration and community engagement for Sounds from the Park was managed by Sidewalk Detroit. Marcus Elliot’s curated performances honor Detroit’s parks and their stewards by showcasing themes that uniquely reflect each park’s heritage and neighborhood. Composed specifically for each location, the music celebrates the parks as vital […]
Time to Socialize From 5 PM-12 AM on select Saturdays, Greater Mack Ave will be closed from 9 Mile south to the 9 Mack/Cavalier Drive intersection. Discover Downtown We welcome you to join us this summer at the Downtown St. Clair Shores Social District to enjoy various activities throughout our downtown, including: Live Music Food Trucks Yard Games Great Food New Friends …and so much more! The Social District allows visitors to purchase alcoholic beverages from […]
Now introducing, “Greenway Days” at the @jlgpartnership Joe Louis Greenway! 🛼🌳☀️ We are happy to announce that we have partnered up with the team at the @jlgpartnership to bring you this summer long programming at the beautiful Joe Louis Greenway trailhead! 🎉 Join us for beginner skate lessons, group rollouts, and fun for the whole family select Saturdays through the summer! Get rolling with our beginner skate lessons, instructed by @motorcitymoto313 from 6-7 PM! Learn to skate outdoors and get ready […]
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 […]
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 an assortment of decorative papers to create a handmade book, bound with a traditional stitching technique. 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
Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff on a scenic walk to appreciate the colors, shapes, and textures of nature. Create ephemeral art on the landscape. 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 […]
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 us for a fun-filled outdoor storytime with Miss Amanda! Children and their caregivers will gather on the lawn as Miss Amanda reads engaging stories, shares songs, and leads interactive activities that spark imagination and creativity. The fresh air and beautiful surroundings make this an extra special experience for little ones! After the stories, families are invited to stick around, relax, and enjoy some quality time together. Pack a bagged lunch or a snack and […]
Join us for a fun-filled outdoor storytime with Miss Amanda! Children and their caregivers will gather on the lawn as Miss Amanda reads engaging stories, shares songs, and leads interactive activities that spark imagination and creativity. The fresh air and beautiful surroundings make this an extra special experience for little ones! After the stories, families are invited to stick around, relax, and enjoy some quality time together. Pack a bagged lunch or a snack and […]
Book Break at the Beach with the Nature Center at Lake St. Clair Metro Park Mondays: June 16-August 11 at 11:00 am Join us at the playground pavilion at Lake St. Clair Metro Park each week for stories and songs! Then, the nature center will bring cool and exciting experiments and activities for us to enjoy! Don’t miss out! No registration required. Image Source
Join us for a family friendly movie in the storytime room. No registration required.
Join us every Monday for a movie in our club room. All ages welcome! 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
Our scaled-down Tuesday Market is perfect for stocking up on fresh produce, baked goods, and meats. This market has special offerings including free Zumba and yoga classes. Every Tuesday, June through September 9 am – 3 pm Shed 2 with FREE weekly fitness classes in Shed 3 Yoga: 11 am – 12 pm Zumba: 1 pm – 2 pm Detroit, MI 48207 Image Source
Join us for this interactive story time for children under 5 and their adults! There will be reading, marching, rhyming, singing and more to help your little one learn, grow and have fun! Toys will be provided after, if you’d like to stay and play. No registration is necessary. Image Source