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  • BOO-tiful Face Painting Workshop @ The War Memorial

    The War Memorial 32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan

    Get ready for Halloween with a hands-on face painting workshop that’s perfect for beginners ages 7 and up (yes, grown-ups are welcome too!). In this fun and creative class, you’ll learn simple techniques to paint popular Halloween-themed designs like spooky skulls, creepy scars, playful black cats, and more. Each participant will receive a face painting kit filled with some of Joyce’s favorite professional-grade supplies, yours to keep and practice with at home! Each kit includes […]

    $59

  • 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

  • Grand Opening Celebration @ Kintsugi Village

    Kintsugi Village 2020 14th Street, Detroit, MI

    It’s almost here! On Saturday, October 11, we’re opening our doors for the Kintsugi Village Grand Opening — and over 450 people are already registered! Invite your friends, family, and loved ones to be part of this special day. ✨ Expect delicious local food, live music and performances, guided tours of the space, activities for all ages, and a heartfelt celebration of everyone who made this possible. Free to join — register through the link […]

    Free

  • Fill Our Windows With Fall @ Kraft Kreative Studio

    Kraft Creative Studio 15208 Charlevoix St, Detroit, MI

    No need to register! Drop by anytime between 12pm – 4pm on October 11th. Come create with us and fill our windows with the colors of the season. Image Source

    Free

  • Drop-In Workshop: Paper Flowers @ Detroit Institute of Arts

    Drop-In Workshop: Bookmarks @ Detroit Institute of Arts
    Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Come to the studio and create your own paper versions of the flowers that inspire you from our collection. Choose from marigolds and more as you explore color, shape, and texture to design beautiful paper blooms to take home. All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary — a fun, creative activity for all ages! Image Source

    Free with general admission

  • Field Street Block Club Harvest Festival @ 2172 Field Street

    2172 Field Street 2172 Field Street, Detroit, MI

    It is that time again! TRUNK OR TREAT (with a little fun edit…) Our annual Trunk or Treat with @empowermentplan is OCT 11. This year we are teaming up with @fieldstblockclub & their Harvest Festival. This is where we need YOUR HELP. We are moving the fun to Field Street + Kercheval. Trunk or Treat will be in a tent, so no need for cars. Each “trunk” is now a TABLE to decorate and pass out candy. Usually we […]

    Free

  • Sustainable Saturdays (Ages 10+) @ Lake St Clair Metropark

    Lake St Clair Metropark 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township, Michigan

    Date(s): 10/11/2025 – 10/11/2025 Time:  1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Overview: Join Nature Center staff and community members for a Sustainable Saturday meetup! Do you have too many plants and you don’t know what to do with them? How about too many propagations waiting on the windowsill in need of a home? Do you have plants that you just aren’t a fan of anymore? Bring them to our plant swap! During this meetup, participants are encouraged […]

    Free

  • Cider in the City @ Beacon Park

    Cider in the City @ Beacon Park
    Beacon Park 1903 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Autumn’s calling and all the fall-time fun of a cider mill returns to Downtown Detroit for Beacon Park’s annual Cider in the City! This seasonal fall festival will feature city views, parkside dining, live music, family activities, an open-air tent and exciting food options, including fresh hot cider, pumpkins, tasty caramel apples and more courtesy of Blake’s Farms. Additional dining options include Food trucks, which will be onsite, and Lumen Detroit, the park’s flagship restaurant, […]

  • Stories and Snacks @ Harper Woods Public Library

    Harper Woods Public Library 19601 Harper Avenue, Harper Woods, Michigan

    Join us to listen to some stories then make a simple recipe that matches the book’s theme! The recipes will be kid friendly, no bake, and delicious! Best for school age children and their caregivers. Registration is preferred. Image Source

    Free

  • Ballet Folklorico de Detroit @ Detroit Institute of Arts

    Detroit Film Theatre 5200 Woodward, Detroit, MI

    Travel across the varied and beautiful regions of Mexico with Ballet Folklórico de Detroit—a Detroit-based community group of passionate dancers dedicated to preserving Mexican culture and traditions through dance. With each unique style of dress, music, and footwork, their performances aim to delight audiences and spark appreciation and respect for Mexican heritage. For families of all ages. (60 min.) This program is free with museum admission. Capacity is limited—seating begins 30 minutes before the performance. […]

    Free with general admission

  • Zoo Boo @ The Detroit Zoo

    Zoo Boo @ The Detroit Zoo
    Detroit Zoo 8450 W 10 Mile, Royal Oak, Michigan

    Your Family-Favorite Fall Tradition is Back Gather your little goblins — Zoo Boo, presented by Corewell Health Children’s, returns this October!Bring your reusable bag, enjoy trick-or-treating at the Zoo and get ready for a full lineup of family-friendly entertainment, character meet-and-greets and seasonal fun at every turn. As the sun sets, watch as the Zoo comes alive with glowing “fun-kins,” elaborate, illuminated décor and displays, costumed performers and nonstop fall festivities — all included with […]

    $21 – $27

  • 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

  • Swiftie Night (Ages 6+) @ Art Shack SCS

    Art Shack SCS 23707 Jefferson Avenue, St Clair Shores, Michigan

    Swiftie Night! Let’s listen to the new album, sing, dance, take photos! Paint, make bracelets and more! 6-7:30PM Age 6 & Up $25 per person Image Source

    $25

  • Open Play @ Detroit Kid City

    Open Play @ Detroit Kid City
    Detroit Kid City 37051 Southbound Gratiot Avenue, Clinton Township, Michigan

    Reserved Open Play 4 hours of  Open Play By Reservation! With the new time slot, you may come in anytime between 10-2pm! Current Open Play Times Are: Wednesdays 10am-2pm Fridays 10am-2pm & 4pm-8pm Sundays 9am-11am Any Dates Not Showing Are Sold Out! **No Refunds** We can move dates if needed** *$15.00 per child (admission is charged for children ages 1-8)  Siblings 9 & up and babies younger than 1 are free IF accompanied by a […]

    $15

  • Drawing in the Galleries: American (Ages 6+) @ Detroit Institute of Arts

    Drawing in the Galleries: European – British & Decorative Arts (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

  • St Clair Shores Farmers Market @ Blossom Heath Park

    St Clair Shores Farmers Market in Downtown St Clair Shores
    Blossom Heath Park 24800 Jefferson Ave, St Clair Shores, MI

    2025 FARMERS MARKET The 2025 Sunday markets will be held on the 4th Sunday of the month in Downtown St. Clair Shores (9 Mile and Mack) The Thursday markets will still be at Blossom Heath Park, located on Jefferson and just south of 10 Mile Road.  Thursday Markets offer beer/alcohol sales. Sunday, May 18, 11 AM-9 PM – FLOWERS & FOOD TRUCKS! Thursday, June 12, 5–9 PM (Country Style Theme) Sunday, June 22, 8 AM-2 […]

  • Book reading with Glinda & Elphaba @ Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe

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

    Book reading by Glinda & Elphaba in the Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe theater. Each participant with a paid ticket will receive a $5- Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe coupon to redeem that day toward any purchase and a chance to be fairy-dusted! Each session is limited to 15 children. An adult must accompany any child 6 and under. Please ONLY purchase a ticket for the child. Thank you! Image Source

    $20

  • Book reading with Glinda & Elphaba @ Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe

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

    Book reading by Glinda & Elphaba in the Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe theater. Each participant with a paid ticket will receive a $5- Coreander’s Children’s Bookshoppe coupon to redeem that day toward any purchase and a chance to be fairy-dusted! Each session is limited to 15 children. An adult must accompany any child 6 and under. Please ONLY purchase a ticket for the child. Thank you! Image Source

    $20

  • Wild Michigan (Ages 5+) @ Lake St Clair Metropark

    Lake St Clair Metropark 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township, Michigan

    Date(s): 10/12/2025 – 10/12/2025 Time:  1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Overview: Join us for our monthly programs to discuss and experience the wonderful organisms and places found in Michigan! We will discuss topics that are relevant to the animals, plants, seasons, and history of this great state. Every session, participants will add to their “Wild Michigan Booklet” that will be provided. A special giveaway will also be provided to those who complete their booklets by attending […]

    $5

  • Hispanic Heritage Awareness Celebration @ Detroit Historical Museum

    Detroit Historical Museum 5401 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Join us for a special day of programs and activities honoring Hispanic Heritage Awareness Month. 1:00 – 1:45 PM | Gallery of Culture Students from Western International High School present exhibition panels featuring notable figures from the Hispanic community. 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Depot Arts and crafts activities for all ages. 2:00 – 3:15 PM | Booth Auditorium A staff member from the office of Councilwoman Gabriela Santiago-Romero will open the program by reading […]

    Free – $15