Necessity is said to the mother of invention, in this case, it has brought two of our favorite brands together in the first ever co-branded Applebee’s – IHOP restaurant. When the Courtyard by Mariott approached Team Schostak about opening an Applebee’s in their hotel, situated in the heart of Detroit, the hotel had one stipulation, the menu must include breakfast. Since…
What a beautiful day, what a beautiful park. Mt. Elliott Park is a gem right on the Detroit Riverfront, a perfect place to cool down and let your children play at their brand new splash pad. Originally published on 6/5/15. The park features a Great Lakes schooner-themed water feature with water cascades and “kid-activated” water cannons, wind chimes and many other…
The Belle Isle ADA Playground on Oakway Run is a great place for the kids to burn off their energy. Ziplines, slides, a merry-go-round, and lots of climbing structures are the main highlights.
Looking for some family fun in Detroit? There is so much to do and see within the city limits. Find indoor play places, museums, theaters, places to eat, and more, all in Detroit. Indoor Play Spaces in Detroit DNR Outdoor Adventure Centerhttp://www.michigan.gov/oacAddress: 1801 Atwater St., Detroit, MI 48207Phone: 1-844-622-6367Read about our experience: DNR Outdoor Adventure Center Kidz Kingdom – Open Play & Party…
Kayak Detroit with tours by the Detroit Outpost! It’s amazing! The other day my friend invited me to go kayaking in Detroit with her. I’m a huge fan of the city so of course, I said “yes” but I have to be honest, I was a little confused on the thought of kayaking in Detroit. The currents of Detroit river…
It’s time to sow your seeds! The last frost is almost here and it’s planting season. Gardening looks different for all of us. Some of us have a garden in our backyard and others use pots on patios to grow herbs, tomatoes, and strawberries. Urban community gardens are popping up everywhere within Detroit. One of Detroit’s big initiatives is to…
The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center brings “Up North, Downtown”. This family-friendly Detroit destination features Michigan’s woods, water and wildlife inside a three story 40,000 square foot building formerly known as the Globe Building. The facility provides hands-on recreational experiences for all ages through a variety of activities and exhibits that engage the senses.
Kids Row Playground is impressive with a one-half acre of play space that includes swings, tunnels, slides as well as other play equipment. There is also a picnic pavilion.
The Detroit Children’s Museum is currently closed to the public!! Rosa and I had some errands to do in Downtown Detroit, so I figured I would stop by the Detroit Children’s Museum while were were in the area. The museum is located a few blocks north of the Campus of Wayne State University on Second Street, south of West…
