There is a lot to celebrate in the month of March including Women’s History Month, St. Patrick’s Day, Maple Sugaring events and 313 Day!
313 Day (named after Detroit’s area code) takes place on March 13 and is the celebration of all things Detroit.
Be sure to check out our ideas (and maybe find some of your own) to celebrate 313 Day with your kids this year!
313 Day events
Belle Isle Celebrations
Belle Isle will host a full lineup of free activities for 313 Day, including the reopening of the historic Belle Isle Casino, followed by a Detroit house music party with DJ Bruce Bailey for the first 313 guests. Visitors can stop by the Remick Bandshell from noon–5 p.m. for the PORTAL mobile podcast experience highlighting Detroit voices. At the Belle Isle Aquarium, guests can shop a limited-edition 313 Day merchandise drop created with Detroit artist Tony Whlgn, donate in increments of $3.13, $13.13, $31.13 or $313 for a chance to name a baby sturgeon and participate in a hands-on Biomimicry Design Challenge from 3–7 p.m. Families can also attend “Planting Seeds, Growing Minds” storytime sessions throughout the day, while live performances during Music on Belle Isle will take place at Flynn Pavilion from 3–7 p.m. The Belle Isle Nature Center will offer free activities with extended hours from 10 a.m.–8 p.m., and the Dossin Great Lakes Museum will also extend its hours from 10 a.m.–7 p.m. for visitors interested in exploring Detroit’s maritime history.
Enjoy the Detroit 313 Day Celebration at Valade Park
Join Raise the Flag Detroit and the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy to celebrate 313 Day with music, poetry, comedy, trivia, activities, food, prizes and more. This is a free event and is great for all ages!
See first-hand what makes Detroit so special with Distinctively Detroit Tours
If you’re in the mood to play tourist for 313 Day, Distinctively Detroit Tours is offering free two-hour guided tours departing at 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The driving tour highlights some of Detroit’s most iconic landmarks, including the Motown Museum, the Packard Plant, the Heidelberg Project, Eastern Market, the Joe Louis Monument, Michigan Central, Corktown, the Guardian Building and more. While the tours are free, advance registration is required at distinctivelydetroit.com. Pickup takes place at the Grand Boulevard entrance of the Fisher Building, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit.
313 Day Make and Take Crafts
The Main branch of the Detroit Public Library is celebrating 313 Day with a fun, free activity where kids of all ages can design their own unique “313” creation to take home. All materials will be provided.
3rd Annual 313 Day Ride
Celebrate 313 Day on two wheels with a group ride along the Joe Louis Greenway. Cyclists are encouraged to bring their bikes and sport their favorite Detroit gear while riding with fellow enthusiasts. Registration is free, and riders can also pay $12.51 to enter a raffle for a pair of multicolor wheel lights.
Other things to do with your kids on 313 Day
Get up early for breakfast delights
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at Joe Louis Southern Kitchen. Griddle options include Banana Foster French Toast, Key Lime Pie Flapjacks, Cinnamon Roll Flapjacks and more. Breakfast options for the kids are French toast, eggs with hash browns and meat, Mickey Mouse pancakes and chicken and waffles.
Discover Detroit’s art and history
Have a museum morning at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit Historical Museum and the Motown Museum to learn more about the city’s art and history.
Visit the Detroit Public Library
Head across the street from the DIA, to see the beautiful stained-glass windows, arched ceilings and historic artwork at the Detroit Public Library -Main. Be sure to grab a copy of Metro Parent magazine while you’re there.
See GM Plaza’s car showroom
Go inside the Renaissance Center, check out the latest General Motors automobiles in GM Plaza’s car showroom and the many restaurants and shops to enjoy.
Get you selfie on
Take pictures in front of the Spirit of Detroit and the Joe Louis fist.
Be a foodie
Get lunch at Brass Rail Pizza Bar or Eminem’s restaurant, Mom’s Spaghetti.
Check out the sports-themed statues
Go across the street to take family photos in front of the tiger at Comerica Park and Barry Sander’s statue in front of Ford Field.
Go on the RiverWalk
Take a stroll on the Detroit RiverWalk to take in the views of the city, Detroit River and Canada.
Take your kids to the park
Check out Gabriel Richard Park, Elliott Park, William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, Robert C. Valade Parkand Cullen Plaza along the Riverfront.
Find some Detroit merch
Go shopping for Detroit gear at Three Thirteen, DETROIT HUSTLES HARDER and Detroit vs. Everybody.
Take your family to Hockeytown
Get dinner at Hockeytown Café. They serve Detroit-style pizza and amazing apps (baked pretzels and garlic bread) and have a kid’s menu designed for ages 12 and under. Walk around the restaurant to view all of the Detroit sports history, as well.
Enjoy Detroit Basketball
See the Detroit Pistons take on the Washington Wizards at Little Caesars Arena at 7 p.m. Big Sean will also be performing at halftime! Make sure to use our family guide for tips to checking out a game with your kids.
Have a sweet evening
End the day with dessert at JoJo’s ShakeBAR Detroit. They have Biggie Shakes, Basic Shakes, Hot Chocolate, Floats, Shake BARS, milk and cookies and their Birthday Bonfire sundae.
This article was updated on March 8, 2026, by Metro Parent content writers. Updates include research in finding 313 Day-related events to add to this post, aligning with Metro Parent’s mission to provide the top parenting resources for local families.
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