FAMILY FUN CALENDAR

Welcome to Metro Parent’s online calendar, your go-to guide for the best family events in metro Detroit. Search below for kid-friendly events by area, age, date range and category.

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Sports

Mario Kart Live at Saline Recreation Center

March 20

Photo credit: iStock / FatCamera

Description

Mario Kart Live turns the gym into a real-life race course with scooters, obstacles and Mario-inspired fun. Kids can dodge banana peels and turtle shells as they race to the finish. Parents should know this event is for ages 5-12 and registration is required.

Event cost: $16 for members, $20 for nonmembers

Event times: 5:30-6:45 p.m. March 20

Additional Information

Website: https://misalineweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=4561947

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Tweens

Neighborhood: Washtenaw County

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Attractions

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Attractions

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Guides

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Travel

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