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Experience the largest touring inflatable event in the world, The Big Bounce America when it comes back to metro Detroit. Areas include The World’s Biggest Bounce House, The Giant, Octoblast, Sport Slam and AIRSpace. Event cost: Advanced tickets: $22/toddler session, ages 3 and under; $35/junior session, ages 7 and under...
Bring your Jack-O-Lantern to Mill Pond Park to roll your pumpkin down the hills as fast as your can in a competition. Winners will receive a fun mystery prize. There will also be donuts, hot cider and a pumpkin launcher. Event cost: Free Event time: 9 a.m. Nov. 1, 2025
Families can come out to the Environmental Discovery Center to enjoy the festive atmosphere and take a photo with Santa Claus. For all ages. Pre-registration required. Event cost: $10/group Event time: 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 2024
Meet the winter characters as you take a stroll down candy cane trail and get a chance to see Santa. Also, take a ride on the Holiday Carol Wagon Ride. Bring your cameras. Pre-registration is required the day before the event. Event cost: $6/person, free/under 2 Event time: 1-3 p.m. Dec....
Visit with Santa Claus and enjoy a holiday snack, crafts, games, music and more at this indoor event. Pre-registration is required the day before the event. Event cost: $6/person, free/under 2 Event time: 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. Dec. 7, 2024
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos on the Detroit Riverfront. This family-friendly event features live music, children’s activities, Ballet Folklórico Moyocoyani Izel, food trucks and more. Event cost: Free admission Event time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 1, 2025
Families can see a special screening of the classic film, The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) at Knight Amphitheater in Riverside Park. Bring a blanket and snacks. The movie begins at dusk. Event cost: Free admission Event time: 7-8:45 p.m. Oct. 11, 2024
Join the Marshlands Museum staff for an evening of outdoor seasonal fun with a guided walk along the luminary-lit nature trail. Meet a variety of Christmas-themed characters along the way. Pre-registration is required the day before. Event cost: $8/person; parking pass required Event times: 6-7:30 p.m. and 8-9:30 p.m. Dec. 13,...
Enjoy Indian Springs Metropark's festively decorated center, including holiday trees and lights, the “underwater snow globe” and more. Bring your own camera. Event cost: Free; parking pass required Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 29-30; Dec. 1-6, 2024
Ypsilanti Fall River Day is a family-friendly event features games, crafts, a live river critters exhibit and a nature hike. There will be free kayak trips (single and two-person) on the Huron River. All equipment and transportation is provided. Limited availability; walk-up registration only. Dress for the weather. Event cost:...
Families can come out to Brandenburg Park to see big rigs on display such as tractors, tow trucks, fire tricks and more. The event will kick off with a landing of the Medstar Helicopter at the park. Event cost: Free Event time: Noon-3 p.m. Sept. 14, 2024
Experience Native American culture through drumming, dancing, crafts, food and more. Bring your lawn chairs. For all ages. Event cost: Free Event time: 1-5 p.m. Sept. 21, 2024