Celebrate the arrival of summer by creating a pencil drawing to take home, inspired by the sculptures and architecture visible from the DIA’s North Lawn. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. Open to ages 6 through adult (children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Capacity is limited. Image Source
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 […]
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
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
Date(s): 06/21/2025 – 06/21/2025 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 […]
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! Let your kid hammer out some fun at the Lowe’s Door Knocker workshop! Mini Builders get to create their own door […]
Join us on the Riverfront for a powerful day of health, history & community—fun run, games, wellness, & liberation! In partnership with the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, we will activate a day of health, wellness, community engagement, and history, including: Liberation Run – A community fun run led by Lance Woods of We Run 313 Community & Health Vendor Fair – Showcasing wellness resources Mindfulness Zone – Connecting mental health to ancestral practices Interactive Field Games – Youth and family activities […]
Join Miss Jane for stories, songs and fun! No registration necessary. Image Source
Come help Mx. Mari celebrate Pride Month with stories, songs, and a craft bursting with pride! Image Source
Join us a to celebrate local nature through a story, short hike, and a garden investigation. Image Source
Saturdays feature rotating themes at the Discovery Center. Fun and exciting activities. 11am-3pm. No admission, donations suggested ($5/child). Image Source
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 […]
Show up in your brightest rainbows and dance the afternoon away with your loved ones! Whether you’re staying all afternoon or just a single song, everyone is welcome! Image Source
Get ready to dive into a summer full of adventure, imagination, and reading! Join us for our Summer Reading Kickoff Bash, a fun-filled event perfect for families of all ages. We’re celebrating the start of the library’s Summer Reading Program: Color Your World with an afternoon packed with exciting activities, food, and a FOAM PARTY! Bring your bathing suit, a towel, maybe some goggles, because it’s going to get wet! Enjoy Old Fashioned Concessions signature […]
Family friendly Pride event! Bring your friends, your neighbors, your crowd friendly pups, and help show that here in GP we stand strongly for LGBTQ rights, joy and love! GP Pride is a celebration of all our LGBTQ community and a time for allies to show up and stand in full solidarity! Image Source
Create your own unique postcards to send to friends and family! All supplies provided—just bring your creativity. Image Source
Detroit Book City hosts its 6th Annual Juneteenth Books, Music & Arts Fair 2025 celebrating FREEDOM at the family level ~ Sat. June 21st! Detroit Book City’s 6th Annual Juneteenth Books, Music & Arts Fair 2025. This exciting one-day “OUTDOOR” event is for the entire family celebrating “FREEDOM” in the expression of books, music, art & spoken word. Still accepting Authors, Artists & Artisan Applications. Apply today at: https://forms.gle/oBGNzi2XpKefdoTC6 2025 Event Sponsor: Raise Hope & Foster Dreams Learn […]
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 […]
JOIN US FOR A BLUEY MEET & GREET! CHILDREN 1YLD+ NEED A TICKET TO ATTEND TICKET INCLUDES – MEET & GREET, ACTIVITIES AND TREAT BAG! Image Source
Date(s): 06/21/2025 – 06/21/2025 Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Overview: Come visit Lake St. Clair’s nesting Bald Eagles! From working on the nest and feeding their young to the young birds working on their flying skills, come each month to discover these changes over time. Interpreters will be available for questions and to help you find a good view of these majestic birds. For an even better view, bring your binoculars or cameras. The nature […]
Come to the Farmhouse’s annual Tea Party for an afternoon of fun! Wear your most outrageous hat for our Mad Hat Competition, all guests will have the chance to vote for their favorite hat and the winner will receive a fun prize! The event will feature a Bubbleologist who will perform all kinds of bubble tricks, including the fan favorite kid-in-a-bubble. The Dulcermers will also be here playing their lovely tunes. Iced tea, lemonade and […]
Bring your funny bone and thinking cap as Master Storyteller Ivory D. Williams shares his trademark wit, wisdom, and humor in a fun, interactive celebration of Juneteenth. This program is free with museum admission. Weekend Family Programs at the DIA are generously presented by the MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation. Image Source
Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the freedom of the slaves in the United States. The name Juneteenth is a combination of the words June and nineteenth. The day is also called Emancipation Day and Freedom Day. We’ll learn more about the history of Juneteenth, and then create a red, white, and blue streamer for take home. All ages welcome. Image Source
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 […]