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Winter Hike and Hot Cocoa invites families to bundle up and explore the trails at Wayne County Parks. Kids can search for animal tracks, nests and other signs of wildlife, then warm up with a cup of hot cocoa. Dress for the weather and bring a travel mug if...
Celebrate Black History and Black Futures features daily tours, live performances and hands on activities throughout February at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Families can explore stories of Black innovators, enjoy music and dance performances, browse a free Black Business Saturday market and take part in kid friendly...
This free sled hockey showcase features youth and adult teams from across the country competing in fast paced adaptive hockey games. Families can watch exciting matchups while learning about inclusive sports and adaptive athletes. Admission is free and games run throughout the weekend.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 6 p.m....
Families can head out on a guided hike exploring animals linked to myths and superstitions, from owls to bats and crows. Kids will learn fun facts while walking forest trails with a naturalist. Children must be accompanied by an adult and registration is required.
Event cost: $4 per person
Event times:...
Families can warm up winter with this free eco fair featuring ice carvings, a magic show, caricature drawings and hands on activities. Events take place at multiple locations on Belle Isle, making it easy to explore throughout the day. A Michigan Recreation Passport is required to enter the park,...
Winter Wonderland is a family friendly outdoor festival with lots of winter fun for kids and parents. Families can enjoy ice carving demonstrations, hayrides, crafts, hikes, a bonfire and an outdoor dance party. Snowman building is planned if weather allows, so dress for the outdoors.
Event cost:Free
Event times:1-4 p.m. Saturday,...
Discover and Play Family Fest is a free, kid friendly event focused on early childhood learning through hands on play. Families can explore activity stations that support motor skills, problem solving and social development for kids of all ages. One free ticket is required per family and advance registration...
Home school animals in winter is a hands on nature program that teaches kids how animals survive cold Michigan winters. Children will enjoy a presentation with puppets, animal skins and skulls, plus simple winter themed crafts. A short hike of up to one mile is included if weather allows,...
Families can enjoy open ice skating during this public skate session at USA Hockey Arena. Kids and adults can skate together in a supervised rink setting, with helmets recommended for younger skaters. Waivers are required and skate rentals are available in limited sizes.
Event cost: $10 per person. Skate rental...
Families can enjoy a fun night of bingo with prizes, pizza and snacks. Each participant receives three bingo cards to play multiple rounds, making it easy for kids to stay engaged. Children under 14 must attend with an adult and advance registration is recommended.
Event cost: $10-$16 per person
Event times:...
Families can explore more than 70 ice sculptures throughout downtown and enjoy hands on fun like a tubing run and petting farm. Kids will also find food vendors and nightly entertainment spread across the festival area. Dress warmly and plan to walk between activities.
Event cost: Free admission. Some activities...
Fire and Ice Festival is a free winter celebration featuring ice sculpting, live music, circus performers and interactive activities for kids. Families can enjoy scavenger hunts, character meet and greets, curling, sledding and the lighting of a giant ice tower. Food and drinks are available for purchase and free...
