Eastside Kids

Disney on Ice Presents Frozen & Encanto @ Little Caesars Arena
2025-09-20 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-20 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Little Caesar’s Arena, 2645 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48201
For the first time, Disney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen, the #1 Animated feature of all time, and Disney Animation’s Encanto, the 2022 Academy Award®, BAFTA®, and Golden Globe® Award winner for Best Animated Feature, as they come to life like never before. This adventure on ice transports fans into two of the most popular Disney films as audiences can sing-along to their favorite songs while embracing world-class ice skating, aerial acrobatics and more when the show comes to Little Caesars Arena for eight performances from September 18-21, 2025.
Audiences will see Anna, Elsa, Mirabel, and the Madrigal family live, as well as fan favorites Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald, Goofy, and many more. Narrating the captivating story of Frozen is Olaf, the lovable snowman who likes warm hugs and all things summer. Astounding ice-skating transports families to Arendelle to be a part of Anna’s adventure to find Elsa, whose icy powers unleashed an eternal winter. Kristoff and Sven take fans along as they encounter wintry conditions in a race to bring back summer.
After a very Frozen adventure, audiences will journey to a vibrant town in the mountains of Colombia where they will meet the Madrigals, an extraordinary family who live in a magical casita in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. Mirabel tells the tale of her amazing family and her journey to save the casita, her enchanted family home, alongside her sisters: Isabela, whose perfection radiates with her ability to make plants grow and flowers bloom with every step, and Luisa, with the gift of super strength that she uses to help her village move buildings and reroute rivers. For the first time live, fans can witness Tia Pepa, who can control the weather with her emotions; her husband Felix; their daughter Dolores, with her gift to hear; and Bruno, the mysterious and misunderstood Madrigal family member whose visions foretold the future.
In the end, audiences will learn that everyone has their own gifts, magical or not, and being true to yourself and loving those around you is what makes you special. YOU are the magic!
“Family Fun with Elsa and Mirabel” Character Experience
Glide and dance your way into the worlds of Frozen & Encanto with music and dancing alongside Elsa and Mirabel, celebrating the amazing gifts that make each of us unique. Enhance your Disney On Ice show ticket with a preshow Character Experience that includes games, storytelling, crafting and interactive time with Elsa and Mirabel. Bring your personal device for photo opportunities.
NOTE: Each guest (ages 2 and up) must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend; children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Saturday at the Movies @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-09-20 15:00 - 16:30 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Main | Detroit Public Library where we’ll be screening some children’s movies. It’s the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon. Don’t miss out on this awesome event! For all ages.
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Pelvic Noire Mommy Meet Up @ The Detroit Zoo
2025-09-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Zoo, 8450 W 10 Mile, Royal Oak, Michigan, 48067
This month’s Mommy Meet Up is going WILD 🐾 because we’re headed to the Detroit Zoo for a special family-friendly day!
Join us on Saturday, Sept 20th from 2–4 PM for an afternoon designed just for pregnant and up to 3 years postpartum mamas.
Bring your littles, partners, or a support person as this meet up is open to the whole family.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with other mamas, let the kids explore, and make memories with your village.
Complete the registration form (linked in bio) and send your ticket payment to secure your spot.
Our mommy meet up lead, Keeona, is looking forward to meeting you!
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¡Hola Cine! (Ages 9+) @ Detroit Institute of Arts
2025-09-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Celebrate the many Latinx cultures, histories, identities and languages from around the world with New York International Children’s Film Festival’s 2025 installment of ¡Hola Cine!.
This collection explores themes of belonging, family, cultural heritage, and coming of age—from a quiet story of self-discovery in rural Peru to whimsical adventures that defy gravity and expectation. Told through animation and live action, in Spanish, Quechua, English, Dutch, and beyond, each film offers a heartfelt glimpse into the many ways young people navigate their worlds.
Recommended for ages 9+ (70 min.)
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Crafts with Ms. Kristy (Ages 5-12) @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-09-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Join us for a fun-filled children’s craft session at the library! Kids can get creative with hands-on projects, using a variety of materials to make their own unique masterpieces. All supplies provided—just bring your imagination!
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Nature Art Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center
2025-09-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff on a scenic hike to appreciate the colors, shapes, and textures of nature. Create ephemeral art on the landscape.
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Monster Costume + Puppet Making Workshop @ Buffalo Prescott
2025-09-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Buffalo Prescott, 11411 Buffalo Street, Detroit, MI, 48212
Gear up for this year’s Monster Parade at Buffalo Prescott! This is our second year hosting artists Renee Willoughby and Monty Etzcorn for a Costume + Puppet Making Workshop to prepare for the Monster Parade on Saturday, October 4 as part of the Hamtramck Neighborhood Arts Festival. This is an all ages workshop. Spaces are limited so please RSVP.
$10-25 suggested donation will be used for materials, artist fees, and operational costs. Thank you in advance for your support!
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Harvest Festival @ Palmer Park
2025-09-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Palmer Park, 1121 Merrill Plaisance Street, Highland Park, MI, 48203
Free Family Fun!
Autumn in Detroit would not be complete without a hayride through Palmer Park’s colorful trails through its historic Old Growth Forest. People for Palmer Park’s annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 20 from 1-4 pm celebrates the Fall Equinox — the official first day of fall —with a bountiful harvest of the Palmer Park apple trees, and free family fun and activities for all ages!
The area across from the Splash Park on Merrill Plaisance, adjacent to People for Palmer Park’s Community Garden and Community House at 990 Merrill Plaisance, will be feature a petting zoo, where children can interact with adorable animals, brush and learn how to groom and care for them and dress them up in unicorn and magical fashions; pumpkin picking and decorating; and arts and crafts for those looking to showcase their artistic talents. Children ride a pony, pet a snake, or make nature crowns in PFPP’s big blue art tent. The Huron Clinton Metropark Mobile Learning Center will provide hands-on fun with furs, feathers, skulls, skeletons, artifacts, as well as snakes and other live animals. Live entertainment will be ongoing with music, storytelling, and more.
The season’s favorites will be served: apple tasting (with several different varieties of the Palmer Park apples), apple cider and donuts for the first 500, and freshly-roasted corn on the cob. There will also be additional food for purchase.
“HarvestFest is a wonderful opportunity for families and friends to enjoy the beauty of the season and create lasting memories together,” explains Stacy Varner, People for Palmer Park’s President, “it is also a fascinating event for all ages to learn about how our food is grown, the lives of farm animals, and nature in the park. We are thrilled to continue the tradition of holding free community celebrations in Palmer Park, started by the Palmer family in the late 1800s.”
More than a century ago, Senator Thomas Palmer and his wife Lizzie Merrill Palmer often would invite guests to enjoy their Log Cabin Farm, drink freshly pressed apple cider, and enjoy the harvest. Palmer donated the land in the late 1800s to the City of Detroit to serve as a park “for the good of all.” In honor of the harvest and in tribute to the Palmer legacy, this event follows this legacy.
The event takes place next to Palmer Park’s Community House on Merrill Plaisance near Pontchartrain, between McNichols and Seven Mile Roads, west of Woodward Avenue. Parking is available at the Splash Park parking lot.
Sponsors: Presented by People for Palmer Park with the support of the City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Dept., Del Bene Produce, Eastern Market, AETNA. Special thanks to Home Depot for a grants and volunteers that made it possible to build the PFPP Educational Garden.

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The Art of Air @ Detroit Balloon Store
2025-09-20 12:00 - 18:00 | Detroit Balloon Store, 13238 Fenkell Ave, Detroit, MI, 48227
Welcome to Detroit Balloon Store : The Art of Air event!
Come join us for 3 day filled with creativity and inspiration inside Detroit Balloon Store . The Art of Air at Detroit Balloon Store is led, designed and exhibited by Detroit native, born and raised award winning international renowned Certified Balloon Artist, Cathryn Coleman, CBA, MBA, CEO.
What was once a 37-year-vacant beer and wine store with no roof and no floor — scheduled for demolition — has been rehabilitated and revitalized into Detroit’s first balloon store, community hub, and creative space. The Art of Air is a three-day immersive event celebrating that transformation, using balloons not just as decoration, but capturing the depth of balloon art advocating it as sustainable art inspired through adversity into a pillar symbol of hope.
✨ What to Expect:
• Multiple large-scale balloon installations built with biodegradable, 100% natural latex balloons and eco-friendly design practices.
• Sculptures incorporating recycled cotton and reusable frames, proving sustainability and balloon art are one of the same.
• A vibrant beautiful new mural on the storefront, created in partnership with Felle Art, Artist and the Dan Gilbert Family Foundation.
• Photo-worthy, interactive balloon artistry instaallations that turns air itself into inspiration iwht captivating and remarkable thought provoking designs.
• Shopping inside the newly restored building split designed intentionally with a 3000 square foot community venue rental and Detroit’s 1ST Ever, Detroit Balloon Store.
🌍 Why It Matters that we float “higher” with Balloon Art in Detroit:
The Art of Air is more than an exhibit — it’s the story of advocacy, resilience, and community pride. A building once left for dead is now a source of joy, creativity, and sustainable celebration. Balloons used in this exhibit are made from renewable, biodegradable latex, and all materials are responsibly reused or recycled.
📍 Where: Detroit Balloon Store, 13238 Fenkell Ave, Detroit, MI 48227
📅 When: September 19–21, 2025 (during Detroit Month of Design)
🎟 Admission: Free and open to the public (registration HIGHLY encouraged), Donations deeply Appreciated.
Concessions and Printed Pictures will be available for purchase.
Come see how a vacant building that was once a eyesore to the community inspired Cathryn of the possibilities that were deep within and what it could do for the community. Inspiration was cultivated and was reborn, how air can become art, and how Detroit continues to rise — one balloon at a time with Detroit Balloon Store leading the path to FLOAT HIGH!
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Candy Sushi @ Mt Clemens Public Library
2025-09-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Mt Clemens Public Library, 150 Cass Ave, Mount Clemens, Michigan, 48083
Use a variety of candy and other goodies to create sweet treats that look just like sushi! Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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HORSE: A Game for Everyone @ 1001 Woodward
2025-09-20 11:00 - 22:00 | 1001 Woodward Avenue, 1001 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48226
Library Street Collective is excited to announce HORSE: A Game for Everyone by artist Tyrrell Winston, supported by Bedrock Detroit. Opening to the public on August 1, 2025, this dynamic installation transforms the boundaries between sport, art, and community participation.
HORSE reimagines the basketball court as a site of creativity, memory, and public engagement. Inspired by Winston’s signature use of found and culturally charged materials, this interactive experience invites visitors to engage with art through motion, reflection, and play. Central to the installation is a sculptural “hoop tree” that reimagines the familiar form of the basketball hoop into a sprawling, seven-armed tree supporting 21 hoops at varying heights, angles, and orientations. Part monument, part playground, the work invites direct engagement, encouraging visitors to step into the space, pick up a ball, and play.
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Main Street Mini Masters @ The Village, Grosse Pointe
2025-09-20 11:00 - 20:00 | The Village, Grosse Pointe, 17000 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe, Michigan, 48230
18 holes of miniature golf fun on Kercheval in The Village September 20, 2025
The Main Street Mini Masters features 18 holes of miniature golf along Kercheval, in a golf tournament format. Foursomes in two flights – family and adult – will test their putting skills along 18 challenging and fun holes. Swag bags, hotdog lunch and prizes are included for participants.

Purchase Tickets by Clicking HERE or the Links Below:

$100.00 Adult Foursome
$50.00 Family Foursome
$10.00 Additional Family Golfers (each – up to 2)
*please note that tickets are limited and the event is expected to sell out.

Kaleidoscopic Home | Tin & Ed @ Michigan Central
2025-09-20 11:00 - 16:00 | Michigan Central, 2001 15th St, Detroit, MI, 48216
Explore an immersive, large-scale exhibition that reimagines home as a dynamic playscape. Created by acclaimed artist duo Tin & Ed, this installation is an engaging for all ages.
Plus pop-ups from the Michigan Science Center on select dates and times
Register Here
Spanning the West Mezzanine of The Station, the premiere of Kaleidoscopic Home and Life Forces brings an immersive, large-scale exhibit to Michigan Central that explores the interconnections between nature, technology and imagination.
Exaggerated and custom-designed sculptures — representative of common household items — encourages visitors of all ages to stretch, climb and lounge throughout the space; while augmented reality (AR) and interactive motion technology allows you to become one with nature, offering a playful and poetic way to demonstrate how all life is intertwined.
Creators Tin Nguyen and Edward Cutting are internationally recognized for their ability to create immersive environments that represent the world beyond human perception.
Their work has been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art, the Getty Museum, Rockefeller Center, the Barbican Centre, and the ArtScience Museum, and is held in public collections including the National Gallery of Victoria. For more information, visit Tin&Ed.
Michigan Science Center Pop-Up
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Oakland Avenue Farmers Market @ 9354 Oakland Avenue
2025-09-20 11:00 - 15:30 | Oakland Avenue Farmers Market, 9354 Oakland Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48211
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 of farmer markets coordinated by the Detroit Eastern Market Corporation.
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STEAM Saturdays @ Discovery Center Macomb
2025-09-20 11:00 - 15:00 | The Discovery Center, 54 Cherry Street, Mount Clemens, Michigan, 48043
ANNOUNCING ADDED Hours…Your Children’s Museum, The Discovery Center of Macomb, is now open on Fridays 11am-6pm
STEAM Saturdays – Saturdays feature rotating themes at the Discovery Center. Fun and exciting activities. 11am-3pm
Sunday Fundays – Every Sunday is open play. Wholesome Family Fun! 11am-3pm
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Story Time with State Senator Stephanie Chang @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-09-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Join Senator Chang as she reads picture books to children and their families. This program will bring together our elected state representative with young learners for a fun and engaging environment. Senator Chang plans to share state legislative updates as they pertain to Michigan families. Families with children of all ages are welcome to participate.
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Family Nature Adventure: Waiting for Wings @ Belle Isle Nature Center
2025-09-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
Join us to celebrate local nature through a story, short hike, and a garden investigation.
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Story Time @ Detroit Public Library (Wilder Branch)
2025-09-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Detroit Public Library – Wilder, 7140 Seven Mile East, Detroit, Michigan, 48234
Children and their adults are invited to join us for singing, dancing, stories, and a craft every Saturday in our Children’s Area!

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Lego Time Saturdays! @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-09-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Detroit Public Library – Jefferson, 12350 Outer Drive East, Detroit, Michigan, 48224
Students meet to create their own Lego structure. They are displayed in the library until the next meeting.

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Preschool Story Time @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
2025-09-20 11:00 - 11:30 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Welcome to Preschool 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.
**Preschool 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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Storytime @ Next Chapter Books
2025-09-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Next Chapter Books, 16555 E. Warren Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48224
Every Saturday @ 10:30 am

Come join us for a fun story hour!
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Pocket Forest Planting Day @ Kintsugi Village
2025-09-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Kintsugi Village, 2020 14th Street, Detroit, MI, 48216
On Sat, Sept 20 (10–2), we’ll be planting 1,100+ native trees + shrubs at Kintsugi Village, Corktown, creating a thriving 3,200 sq ft forest with the Miyawaki Method.
What to expect:
🌳 Plant a tree + leave your mark
🎶 Music, goats, and activities
💚 Be part of a day of community + care
Bring gloves and water if ya got them. The trees are very small and so this is completely accessible for people of all ages.
This project is part of Detroit’s Mobility Week because the future of cities isn’t just about moving people, but moving people + nature forward together.
📍 Kintsugi Village, 2020 14th St, Detroit (entrance to forest planting at 2029 Wabash, near Marantette)
Free + open to all!
Partners: SUGi, Life Time Foundation, Kintsugi Village, The Greening of Detroit, Brightside Collective
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Mom2Mom Sale @ Whistle Stop Hobby & Toy
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Whistle Stop Hobby & Toy, 21714 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI, 48080, United States
Whistle Stop is hosting a Mom 2 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. CLICK HERE to sign up. Spots are limited and are first come, first served. One per person, duplicates will be deleted. 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.
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DIY-U: Football Spirit Board @ Lowe's (Various)
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Lowe’s (Various)
Calling all Builders!
DIY-U Kids’ Workshop by Lowe’s offers fun, hands-on projects that teach kids essential building skills. Register using your MyLowe’s Rewards account for free monthly workshops and create lasting memories.
Check back regularly for new activities and sign up for MyLowe’s Rewards to get the most out of your family DIY adventures!

Get into the NFL season with Lowe’s Home Town Scoreboard workshop! Kids get to build their favorite team’s scoreboard, learn simple mechanics and add excitement to their space. It’s the perfect workshop for young sports fans.
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Little Critters: Fall Birds @ Lake St Clair Metropark
2025-09-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Lake St Clair Metropark Nature Center, 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48045
Date(s): 09/20/2025 – 09/20/2025

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.
Click here for a full list of times and to register online. For questions or to register by phone call (586) 463-4332.

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Free Kids Admission (with Adult Ticket) @ Henry Ford Museum
2025-09-20 09:30 - 17:00 | Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI, 48124
Back to school, back to fun!

School might be in session, but weekends are for discovery. For select weekends this September and October, kids 11 & under get FREE admission with the purchase of an adult or senior ticket to Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation or Greenfield Village.

Eligible Visit Dates: Sept. 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 & Oct. 4-5
Online Only: Offer ends Oct. 5
Limit 2 kids per paid adult/senior ticket
Children 4 & under are always free

Purchase tickets today at thf.org/backtoschool

Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly, MI
2025-09-20 09:00 - 19:00 | Michigan Renaissance Festival, 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly, MI, 48442
Hark! Cast aside your cares and embark upon a journey through time! In the village of HollyGrove, the 16th Century stirs once more, brimming with a day of revelry fit for a monarch! Over fourscore souls, clad in garments of yore, await your arrival. Witness the thunderous clash of steel as knights engage in a joust, their armor gleaming in the sun. Mingle with nobles of refined bearing, or rub shoulders with boisterous pirates fresh from the high seas. Fairies with wings of moonlight and elves of nimble step may flit amongst the throng, while hearty peasants go about their daily tasks. Even fearsome Vikings and daring jugglers add to the vibrant tapestry of this bygone era. Come one, come all, to this wondrous day in HollyGrove village!
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Mount Clemens Farmers Market @ 141 North River Road
2025-09-20 07:00 - 13:00 | Mount Clemens Farmers Market, 141 N. River Road, Mount Clemens, Michigan, 48043
The Mount Clemens Farmers Market is an open air experience where shoppers can purchase the freshest, locally grown produce directly from area farmers. The Market is full of lively conversations where farmers and customers chat about the products, farms and sometimes even secret family recipes!
*No pets at the market
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Saturday Market @ Eastern Market
2025-09-20 06:00 - 16:00 | Eastern Market, 2934 Russell Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48207
Attending our Saturday Market is an experience that is undeniably Detroit. Over 225 market vendors share their produce and stories with up to 40,000 visitors in one day during our busy season. The tradition of this market has been a cornerstone of the city for 125 years and is crucial to our mission of nourishing a healthier, wealthier, and happier city.
Wondering about hours, maps, parking, pets, or something else regarding your visit? Visit our things to know page for all the answers before heading out!
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