• Mount Clemens Farmers Market @ 141 North River Road

    Mount Clemens Farmers Market @ 141 North River Road
    Mount Clemens Farmers Market 141 N. River Road, Mount Clemens, Michigan

    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 Image Source

    Free
  • Park Farmers Market @ Kercheval & Lakepointe

    Park Farmers Market @ Kercheval & Lakepointe
    Park Farmers Market Lakepointe & Kercheval, Grosse Pointe Park, MI

    Come early, bring your family and friends, and leave with a summer bounty to enjoy all week! Where: Located behind the main Corewell Health parking lot at Kercheval and Lakepointe (near Atwater). See map below. When: The market will run every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9am to 1pm this summer (June 14 – September 13, 2025). Parking: There’s free parking in the lot across the market on Lakepointe every market day. Image Source

    Free
  • Family Bike Ride @ The Detroit Riverfront

    Family Bike Ride @ The Detroit Riverfront
    Cullen Plaza 1340 Atwater St, Detroit, MI

    Family Bike Ride Come join us for a fun-filled Family Bike Ride at the Detroit Riverfront! Meet up location: Cullen Plaza, 10 am on Saturday, May 10th. Please bring: your bikes + helmets, water etc. On site is Wheelhouse Detroit, where you can rent bikes + pump up your tires if needed. We will have waivers to sign on site before we ride. This event is perfect for families looking to enjoy the outdoors together. Whether you’re a beginner or […]

    Free
  • Sail Detroit @ Detroit Wayne County Port Authority

    Sail Detroit @ Detroit Wayne County Port Authority
    Detroit Wayne County Port Authority 130 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI

    The Tall Ships Are Coming to Detroit! Sail Detroit 2025 will be a family-friendly festival open to all ages, showcasing the majesty of Tall Ships and celebrating the vibrant maritime history of Detroit from August 7–10. With private and public tours of these majestic vessels and multiple vantage points to view the ships, the festival promises to be a highlight for locals and visitors alike. Join us as we celebrate the grandeur of Detroit’s maritime […]

    $15 – $100
  • Summer Signal @ Signal Return

    Signal Return 9301 Kercheval Avenue, Detroit, MI

    Saturday, August 9th from 10 AM – 6 PM. Free & open to all – no registration needed. Join us for a vibrant, all-day celebration at Signal-Return as we kick off summer with creativity, community, and hands-on fun! Explore the world of printmaking through drop-in demos led by skilled artists, enjoy a range of family-friendly activities, and shop unique, handmade art from local creatives at our pop-up booths inside. Whether you’re a seasoned printmaker or […]

    Free
  • Preschool Story Time @ Detroit Public Library (Main)

    Preschool Story Time @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
    Detroit Public Library – Main 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    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 […]

    Free
  • Participatory Science Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

    Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

    Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff as we look to identify the different species around Belle Isle. Image Source

    Free
  • STEAM Saturdays @ Discovery Center Macomb

    Friday Free Play @ Discovery Center Macomb
    The Discovery Center 54 Cherry Street, Mount Clemens, Michigan

    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 Image Source

    Free – $5
  • Family Day @ MOCAD

    Family Day @ MOCAD
    Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) 4454 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI

    Every second Saturday in May through August, 11AM-3PM May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9 ARTMAKING IN MOCAD CAFÉ + ACTIVITIES IN THE GALLERIES ADMISSION: MOCAD offers free admission to all Family Day events. Family Day activates the exhibitions for kids, youth, teens, and their grownups. All ages enjoy free admission and explore the galleries with opportunities to connect with hands-on art making, gallery chats, and collaborative projects! Family Day is made possible through the […]

    Free
  • Oakland Avenue Farmers Market @ 9354 Oakland Avenue

    Oakland Avenue Farmers Market @ 9354 Oakland Avenue
    Oakland Avenue Farmers Market 9354 Oakland Avenue, Detroit, MI

    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 […]

    Free
  • Kaleidoscopic Home | Tin & Ed @ Michigan Central

    Kaleidoscopic Home | Tin & Ed @ Michigan Central
    Michigan Central 2001 15th St, Detroit, MI

    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 […]

    Free
  • HORSE: A Game for Everyone @ 1001 Woodward

    HORSE: A Game for Everyone @ 1001 Woodward
    1001 Woodward Avenue 1001 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI

    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 […]

    Free
  • Double Dutch Queen | Book Reading & Demo @ Michigan Central

    Michigan Central 2001 15th St, Detroit, MI

    Celebrate storytelling and movement with Detroit author DeAnn Wiley. We invite you to join us for a family-friendly book reading and double-dutch demo. Presented in partnership with Source Booksellers. Image Source

    Free
  • Weekly Family Drop-In @ Arts & Scraps

    Weekly Family Drop-In @ Arts & Scraps
    Arts & Scraps 16135 Harper Ave, Detroit, MI

    We are excited to offer this fun and FREE weekly family drop-in programming aimed at bringing families together in a fun, relaxed, and creative environment. Each week, families can enjoy a variety of activities tailored to all age groups, including a sensory station for younger children and an open art zone. The first 20 families will receive a FREE small bulk shopping bag to explore creative supplies in our store. While registration is not mandatory, […]

    Free
  • The BUG Project Field Day @ MSU – Detroit Partnership for Learning and Innovation

    MSU Detroit Partnership for Learning and Innovation (DPFLI) 16745 Lamphere, Detroit, MI

    Join Michigan State University’s Bee Urban Growers (BUG) Project for a free, outside event dedicated to supporting people, plants, and pollinators! The field day will provide urban farmers, gardeners, and growers of all ages with resources and educational materials to help us grow food in cities with the help of native pollinators. Invited speakers will share tips for identifying and managing native plants and beneficial insects, conserving wildlife in cities, and more. Community partners and local […]

    Free
  • Double Dutch Queen | Book Reading & Demo @ Michigan Central

    Michigan Central 2001 15th St, Detroit, MI

    Celebrate storytelling and movement with Detroit author DeAnn Wiley. We invite you to join us for a family-friendly book reading and double-dutch demo. Presented in partnership with Source Booksellers. Image Source

    Free
  • Second Saturdays @ The Heidelberg Project

    Heidelberg Project 3600 Heidelberg Street, Detroit, MI

    NEXT SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 – Back by popular demand! @flyingcardboardtheater ‘s amazing, original puppet show: The Adventures of Dimitri and Banana Sandwich, starting @2:30pm, with suprise puppet cameos and fun for all ages! Also 2-5pm: – delicious eats by @rotibaby – free tour of the HP with @tyreeguyton and @cityinstitute_ – easy arts and crafts table for kids – live screen printing of custom HP T-shirts – hang at the HP all afternoon visit @spotlitedetroit […]

    Free
  • Downtown Social District in St Clair Shores

    Downtown Social District in St Clair Shores
    Downtown St Clair Shores Greater Mack Ave & E. 9 Mile Road, St Clair Shores, Michigan

    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 […]

    Free
  • Shrek the Musical @ Warren Civic Theatre

    Shrek the Musical @ Warren Civic Theatre
    Warren Community Center Auditorium 5460 Arden Ave, Warren, MI

    Get ready for a big, bright, beautiful adventure this summer! Warren Civic Theatre proudly presents Shrek The Musical, featuring an incredible all-ages cast that will bring your favorite fairytale characters to hilarious, heartwarming life. Join Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and all their fairy-tale friends on a journey that proves everyone deserves a happily ever after. Performances: August 1, 2, 8 & 9 at 7 PM August 3 & 10 at 3 PM Warren Community Center Auditorium […]

    $10 – $20
  • Wayne County Family Aquatic Center 12600 Chandler Park Drive, Detroit, MI

    Our next Sensory Swim will be on Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM at the Wayne County Family Aquatic Center! Image Source

    Per Person Park Admission Required
  • Sensory-Friendly Day @ DNR Outdoor Adventure Center

    Sensory-Friendly Day @ Outdoor Adventure Center
    DNR Outdoor Adventure Center 1801 Atwater Street, Detroit, Michigan

    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 […]

  • Sail Detroit @ Detroit Wayne County Port Authority

    Sail Detroit @ Detroit Wayne County Port Authority
    Detroit Wayne County Port Authority 130 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI

    The Tall Ships Are Coming to Detroit! Sail Detroit 2025 will be a family-friendly festival open to all ages, showcasing the majesty of Tall Ships and celebrating the vibrant maritime history of Detroit from August 7–10. With private and public tours of these majestic vessels and multiple vantage points to view the ships, the festival promises to be a highlight for locals and visitors alike. Join us as we celebrate the grandeur of Detroit’s maritime […]

    $15 – $100