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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Music + Theater

Shrek The Musical JR at Groves High School Auditorium

March 27 - 28, 2026

Description

Families can enjoy this fun, kid-friendly musical featuring familiar fairy tale characters, lively songs and a message about friendship and acceptance. Parents should know the show is suitable for all ages, with shorter run times and free admission for kids 5 and under.

Event cost: $15 general admission; $25 reserved seating; free for children 5 and under

Event times: 7 p.m. March 27 and 2 p.m. March 28

Additional Information

Website: https://olqmwams.ludus.com/

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

Neighborhood: Oakland County

Things to Do with Kids

Guides

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Metro Parent Editorial Team – April 16, 2026

Cool off with a sweet treat! Find family-favorite ice cream shops in Macomb, Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties.

Indoors

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Sarah Knieff – April 13, 2026

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Attractions

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Zakkary Parker –

April 16, 2026

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Attractions

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Brandi Calhoun –

April 16, 2026

The Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck Tour is making a rare metro Detroit stop, and it's completely free.
The traveling truck will pull into Festival Park…

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