• Canal Critters Family Adventure Hike @ Belle Isle

    Canal Critters Family Adventure Hike @ Belle Isle
    Belle Isle State Park 99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit, Michigan

    Canal Critters Family Adventure Hike — now from 11 AM to 12 PM! Tag along for a wild little adventure down the Belle Isle canal, where you’ll spot frogs, turtles, bugs, and more while soaking up that sweet Detroit summer sun. 🌞🌿 Next Hike: Friday, August 8 (happens every Friday) 🕚 11 AM–12 PM (Meet at Woodside Comfort Station at 10:45AM) 📍 Woodside Comfort Shelter – Belle Isle, Detroit Bring your curiosity, your comfy shoes, […]

  • 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
  • Friday Free Play @ 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
  • Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront @ Gabriel Richard Park

    Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront @ Gabriel Richard Park
    Gabriel Richard Park 7130 E Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI

    Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront (R3) is the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s unique, interactive early literacy program. With the generous support of General Motors, R3 stretches six weeks throughout the summer and features readings by local celebrities, as well as business and community leaders.  The program also boasts live and interactive family entertainment and free books sponsored by Priority Health in partnership with the Detroit Public Library’s “Library on Wheels.” Like last year, the program […]

    Free
  • Assumption Greekfest @ Assumption Greek Orthodox Church

    Assumption Greekfest @ Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
    Assumption Greek Orthodox Church 21800 Marter Road, St Clair Shores, MI

    OPA! Come. Be Greek for a Day. Or Two. Or three! Savor the most tantalizing, authentic, and tasty Greek food hot off the grill at the Assumption Greek Fest August 15-17. Plus, enjoy authentic Greek desserts, Greek dancing, Greek music, and Greek singing. There is also Greek fellowship, a Greek Taverna, and a Greek Marketplace. And it’s not just Greek culture. There’s also drive-through carryout, a $10,000 Grand Raffle, kids activities, and free parking. Visit assumptionfestival.com for […]

  • Brightmoor Artisans Collective Farmers Market & Resource Fair @ 22735 Fenkell Ave

    Brightmoor Artisans Collective Farmers Market & Resource Fair 22735 Fenkell Avenue, Detroit, MI

    ABOUT THE MARKET From June through September, Brightmoor Artisans hosts a weekly Farmers Market & Resource Fair at our center every Friday from 3 pm until 7 pm. Our market highlights local Artisan Members of the collective ranging from local food vendors to craft Artisans. We kick off each market with our year round B’Moor Nourished Free Pantry, open every Friday from 3 pm until 5 pm and hosted in partnership with Metro Food Rescue. […]

    Free
  • Jungle Feeding Fridays @ GP Zoology

    Jungle Feeding Fridays @ GP Zoology
    GP Zoology 21151 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan

    -Every Friday from 3:30-6pm- Get Hands on with Snakes, lizards, spiders and much more! Our Drop-In hours are geared for all ages to enjoy interacting with our gentle natured critters in a relaxed environment. “Oliver” the two toed sloth and his buddies will be on display as we learn about the animal kingdom!  Admission  $7 for adults $5 for kids (3-12yrs) (2 years and younger are free).  *tickets are sold at the door* Image Source

    $5 – $7
  • 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
  • Drawing in the Galleries: American Landscape Paintings (Ages 6+) @ Detroit Institute of Arts

    Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Create a pencil drawing to take home while taking a closer look at the collection. No experience necessary and all supplies are provided. For ages 6 through adult. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Capacity is limited. Image Source

    Free with general admission
  • Outdoor Summer Concert Series: Michigan Philharmonic “On Broadway” @ Ford House

    Ford House 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan

    Experience the best of summer at Ford House’s Outdoor Summer Concert Series, featuring three unforgettable evenings of live music by the lake. Held on the lawn of the historic Main Residence overlooking Lake St. Clair, this series welcomes hundreds of guests for a night of entertainment and relaxation. Choose from two ticket options: a seated ticket with a provided chair in the prime center area directly in front of the performers or a lawn ticket, where […]

    $25 – $40
  • Uptown Friday Night Concert: Deadicated in Downtown Mount Clemens

    155 Macomb Place 155 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens, MI

    On August 15th, Downtown Mount Clemens’ summer concert series continues with Deadicated’s hits from the Grateful Dead! Join us on certain Friday nights for live music right here in Downtown Mount Clemens! There’ll be new performers and new sounds for all music fans to enjoy. Please pay special attention to the location of each concert, as it will change midway through the season. All concerts go from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. and are FREE […]

    Free
  • Saturday Market @ Eastern Market

    Saturday Market @ Eastern Market
    Eastern Market 2934 Russell Street, Detroit, Michigan

    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 […]

    Free
  • 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
  • Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly, MI

    Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly, MI
    Michigan Renaissance Festival 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly, MI

    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 […]

    Free – $27.95
  • Kids Workshop | Garden Stepping Stone @ English Gardens (Various)

    English Gardens 44850 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, Michigan

    In this hands-on workshop, kids will decorate their very own garden stepping stone using colorful paints to bring their creativity to life. Whether it’s handprints, flowers, or a special message, each stone will be a one-of-a-kind masterpiece perfect for their garden or to gift a loved one. All materials are provided. Spots are limited so secure your spot now! Cost $6 Image Source

    $6
  • The Learning Express: Astronomy – A Sensory Friendly Concert @ Detroit Symphony Orchestra

    Detroit Symphony Orchestra 3711 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI

    Explore the wonders of space through music! The Learning Express: Astronomy is a high-energy, interactive performance that introduces the audience to the planets, the North Star, and the changing seasons using the power of hip-hop and jazz. Created by Kris Johnson and Ozay Moore, and originally curated by Damien Crutcher and Progressions Inc., this program was designed to support academic learning in elementary schools across Inkster, Pontiac, and Detroit. Join from 10:00—11:00am for hands-on activities […]

  • DIY-U: Pet Station @ Lowe’s (Various)

    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! Your kid gets to create the perfect Pet Station with Lowe’s! Mini Builders will create a custom organizer to store pet […]

    Free
  • SCS City Wide Garage Sale in St. Clair Shores

    SCS City Wide Garage Sale in St. Clair Shores
    St. Clair Shores St. Clair Shores, MI

    EVENT OVERVIEW A great way to explore the city and find the treasures that await from 500+ sellers spanning the entire city. Open to all. Garage Sale permit fee waived for the weekend of the City Wide Garage Sale. DATE & TIME Friday, August 15-17, 2025 10 AM – 4 PM (DAILY) EVENT LOCATION Seller List will be released on Monday, August 11, 2025 SELLER INFORMATION Seller Sign-up begins on Monday, July 7. Register online […]

    Free