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Brick Bash at Skyline High School is a hands on LEGO building show for all ages. Families can explore amazing LEGO worlds, glow in the dark scenes, trains, architecture and engineering displays, plus enjoy interactive play areas. LEGO sets will be available for purchase and a drumline performance takes...
Ice Carving Festival at County Farm Park features live ice carving demonstrations and interactive winter themed sculptures. Kids can try games like curling and disc golf, take fun photos and enjoy hands on activities. Food trucks and local crafters will be on site, and the event is free and...
Jedi Training Academy at Fairytale Fun Place invites kids to train with a Jedi Master and learn the ways of the Force. Young Padawans will complete fun training challenges, earn a Jedi Academy Certificate and face a surprise visit from Darth and a Stormtrooper. After the show, families can...
Frozen Winter Fantasy at Fairytale Fun Place invites kids to meet Frozen princesses and a magical snowman during a lively winter show. Families can enjoy music, dancing and sing-alongs before open play in the indoor playground. Pizza and drinks, including adult beverages, are available for purchase.
Event cost: Tickets required....
Family Nature Adventures Winter Survival at County Farm Park is a free, play based outdoor program for families. Kids will learn how to build a winter campfire, create a debris hut shelter and enjoy s’mores while exploring the outdoors. Space is limited and pre registration is required for anyone...
Critter House Open Hours at Leslie Science and Nature Center lets families observe frogs, turtles, snakes and other native animals up close. Kids can see how these animals hop, crawl and slither in their habitats while learning about local wildlife. It is a relaxed, drop in experience that helps...
Daddy Daughter Bowling Night at BowlOne Lanes is a special evening of bowling, food and raffle prizes for dads and their daughters. Families can enjoy time together on the lanes, plus fresh food and pop included with registration. Tennis shoes are required and registration must be completed in advance.
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Kids Night Out at Mad Science Lab gives children an evening of STEM fun with hands on activities in the STEM Studio, MakerSpace and Build It Lab. Kids can also enjoy art and science experiences and relax with a G rated movie. Each child receives pizza, a snack and...
New Baltimore Winterfest brings three days of winter fun to downtown New Baltimore with live music, a Polar Plunge and a full schedule of family activities. Kids can enjoy free Kid’s Day games, face painting, pizza lunch and lazer tag, plus a pancake brunch on Sunday. The event supports...
Outdoorama is a large outdoor sports show featuring hunting, fishing, boating and family activities at Vibe Credit Union Showplace. Kids can check out the Trout Pond, watch snake handlers and see live demos like deer processing. It is a great stop for families who love the outdoors and want...
Candyland Ball Daddy Daughter Dance brings a sweet night of music, pizza and colorful treats to Brighton High School. Dads and daughters can dance to a live DJ, take photos with Ideal Photos and enter to win prize baskets. Tickets should be purchased in advance, and all sales are...
Retro Arcade Night invites kids to play classic Nintendo, Nintendo 64 and SEGA games while competing in friendly mini tournaments. Pizza and a beverage are included, and the night wraps up with an age appropriate movie. This drop off event is perfect for siblings and friends in kindergarten through...
