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Children ages 2-6 and their parents are invited to attend an English-Arabic Storytime in celebration of Ramadan and Eid, from the comfort of your home. CTune in as resident storyteller Sari Mira reads the books "Ramadan Around The World" and "Eid Ka’ak" in both English and Arabic.
Event Cost: Free,...
Come take a tour of the farm, take pictures and see their magical unicorns. Dress for mud. Every visitor to the farm must be registered.
Event cost: $10/child (weight limit to ride is 90lbs), $5/person visiting the farm and not riding
Event time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 10, 2022
This annual event features a parade, kids zone, vendors and crafters, inflatables, petting zoo, pony rides, food trucks and more.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 18, 2024
Enjoy strolling entertainment and breakfast and a visit with your favorite furry friend, the Easter Bunny. Kids can also create a bunny craft. Pre-registration is required.
Event cost: $27/adult non-resident, $21/adult resident, $14/ages 10 and under non-resident, $11/ages 10 and under resident
Event time: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. March 23, 2024
Children will be broken up into egg groups to do the hunt. There will be games, crafts and candy. Â Visit from the Easter Pig, too. For ages 2-14. Pre-registration required.
Event cost: $5/child
Event time: 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. April 9, 2022
This community market aims to help the community access fresh, healthy and locally grown foods. Look for family activities, cultural programming, retail vendors and more throughout the year.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 3:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays, June-September 2024
Francie Krawcke of Michigan Avian Experience will bring live raptors to demonstrate their remarkable survival adaptations and behaviors. Enjoy a close-up look at these magnificent birds. Advanced registration required.
Event cost: $2/person, $5/family
Event time: 2-3 p.m. Oct. 8, 2023
Kids will see a parade led by Mickey Mouse with over 50 beloved characters, which include Disney Princesses, Donald Duck, Goofy and more.
Event cost: $28-plus
Event times:Â 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. Sunday; Sept. 16-18, 2022
The camp hosts their own Winter Olympics featuring games, sports, swimming and crafts! For ages 5-12.
Event cost: 3 days: $159/member, $192/non-member; 5 days: $225/member, $265/non-member
Event time: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Feb. 21-25, 2022
Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China. Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life.
Shen Yun makes this possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts with a unique blend of...
Stop by the front desk at Cranbrook Art Museum to pick up a heart frame. Snap a picture of the heart in front of the artwork you love and post it on social media, tagging #HeartsForArt and @CranbrookArtMuseum.
Event cost: $10/adults, free/ages 12 and under
Event time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb....
Kids can go swimming and play games at this cool and interactive wintertime day camp. Pre- and post- camp care available 7:30-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. Extended care is available for members ($8) and non-members ($15).
Event cost: $75/member, $85/non-member, $6/pizza lunch
Event times: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 18, 21-22, 2022
