• Spring Storytime @ Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe

    Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe 15118 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan

    Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe Storytime Ages 12 months – 6 years Storytime will be held on select Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Storytime will include familiar and newly published board books and picture books. An adult must attend with children ages 6 and under. Storytime will last 20 minutes and is limited to 12 children and their adult caregiver(s). We ask that if you are unable to attend you return your spot on Eventbrite so that someone […]

    Free
  • Storytime @ Detroit Public Library (Main)

    Storytime @ Detroit Public Library (Main)
    Detroit Public Library – Main 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Each week, Children’s Library hosts 2 story times! Tuesdays @ 5pm Thursdays @ 11am We will have fun with some movement activities, read a few stories from our collection, and finish up with a craft the kiddos can take home. All are welcome, so join us for good fun! Questions? Contact the Children’s Library at 313-481-1409 Image Source

    Free
  • Friday Open Play @ First English Lutheran Preschool

    First English Lutheran Preschool 800 Vernier Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

    Join us for relaxed free play in our spacious preschool classroom! Ages 0-5 welcome, but please know classroom is set up for preschool and some small parts may be available. For this program a caregiver must stay with their child for the entire time. Available areas include: House, Blocks, Art, Sensory, & Books. Families are welcome to bring their own snack. Our classroom is located on level 1. FAQ available on the preschool page of […]

    $5
  • Animal-Inspired Silly Movement Class @ GP Zoology

    GP Zoology 21151 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan

    This 30 min session allows your child to be silly with animal inspired creative movements! Dance instructor Tiffany will guide us as we slither like a snake, hop like a chinchilla, waddle like a turtle, leaping like a lizard and just get the sillies out! We will spend time getting hands on with critters of all types as they inspire our movements! *Recommended ages 2-6 years* Tickets $10 each (only children need a ticket) Image […]

    $10
  • 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
  • Bizzy Bees @ Neighborhood Club

    Bizzy Bees @ Neighborhood Club
    Neighborhood Club 17150 Waterloo Street, Grosse Pointe, Michigan

    Join Ms. Jen in the Neighborhood Club gymnasium for our Bizzy Bees program, where parents and children under 5 can come together for a fun-filled playtime! This program is designed to foster social connections as families meet new friends while engaging in interactive toys and games. It’s a wonderful opportunity for little ones to explore, learn, and play in a supportive environment. We can’t wait to see you there! Image Source

    Free – $10
  • 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
  • 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 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
  • Detroit Mother’s Day Run @ Belle Isle

    Belle Isle State Park 99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit, Michigan

    10K • 5K • 1 Mile • 200m Kids’ Dash • Mother’s Day Dub (5K &10K) • Handcycle Since 2009, The Goddess Racing Series has brought EPIC women’s racing to Southeast Michigan! Formerly the Ann Arbor Goddess Run, this celebration of women is now held in Detroit on beautiful Belle Isle! Celebrate women — by joining your mothers, sisters, daughters, your entire sisterhood at the Detroit Mother’s Day Run/Walk and show how truly divine you […]

    $35 – $95
  • Day Out With Thomas @ Greenfield Village

    Day Out With Thomas @ Greenfield Village
    Greenfield Village 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI

    Peep, peep! Thomas the Tank Engine™ is pulling into The Henry Ford for three weekends of fun — introducing Day Out With Thomas™: The Party Tour! Join in on the fun as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of Thomas and Friends™ with a one-of-a-kind experience in Greenfield Village — home to the only Thomas™ steam locomotive in Michigan. Based on “The Railway Series” of classic stories, Thomas & Friends™ is a rite of passage that […]

    $17 – $54
  • 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
  • Flower Power Workshop @ GP Zoology

    GP Zoology 21151 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan

    Celebrate Mothers day with Mother Nature! Drop in anytime between 10am and noon to let our Jungle friends help kickoff this joyful weekend! Enjoy interacting with our gentle natured critters in a relaxed environment. “Oliver” the two toed sloth and all of his buddies will be on display. Grow memories and plant beauty with our flower seed planting workshop! *all ages are welcome* *2 years and younger are free* Door Admission fee $7 Image Source

    $7
  • 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 10 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
  • Backyard Art Fair in Ferndale

    Ferndale Metro Area (Check Event Map) Ferndale, MI

    A grassroots art fair solely promoted by the artists themselves. Located in the Ferndale metro area. Backyard Art Fair was an idea created over a socially distanced coffee meeting in a backyard between Kelly Kaatz of Kelly Kaatz Ceramics and Carey Gustafson of Glass Action soon after one of the last summer art festivals was canceled for the season. The idea was to get a handful of experienced working artists and put together a free […]