Wayne County Guides
Best Home Christmas Light Displays in Metro Detroit 2020
Check out some of our favorite Holiday Light Displays in Metro Detroit.
Wayne County Story Times
We love attending weekly storytimes all around Metro Detroit. It is a great way for children to learn and socialize with their peers. Find out where and when Wayne County…
Wayne County Libraries
Libraries are one of our favorite places to spend the day. We have so many Wayne County libraries in Michigan to choose from. Read a book, check out the children’s…
Birthday Party Hot Spots in Wayne County
Looking for a Birthday party venue for your family and friends in Wayne County? Look no further! This list will give you some ideas to plan a party perfect for…
Family Fun in Detroit
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,…
Places to Play on a Rainy Day in Wayne County
Rain Rain go away, where am I going to play? Here are a few indoor places in Wayne County!Hope you have fun!!!! We have done our best to provide you…
Allen Park
Millward Park in Allen Park
Tucked inside an Allen Park neighborhood is a newly remodeled park that makes a great pitstop for children of any age. Millward Park is located at 10401 Park Ave Allen…
Allen Park Tot Lot
The Allen Park Tot Lot is a perfect impromptu destination to stop and play on your way to enjoy some family fun in beautiful downtown Allen Park. Unofficially called the…
Belleville
MUSEUM DAY – free admission to two metro Detroit museums.
Saturday, September 18, 2021 is Museum Day. Museums across the United States will open their doors for free.
Yankee Air Museum- Belleville: Adventures in Aviation
Through aircraft displays and artifacts, the Yankee Air Museum teaches guests about aviation technology and the importance of flight in the US.
TurtleCove Family Aquatic Center in Belleville, MI
TurtleCove Family Aquatic Center is home to two waterslides, a lazy river, a 300-gallon dumping bucket, and a zero-depth entry pool with lap lanes. They are open from Memorial Day…
Brownstown
Thorn Park in Brownstown Safety Town & Splash Pad Adventures
Conveniently located at the corner of Telegraph and King road in Brownstown, Thorn Park is a family-friendly adventure for children of all ages! There are clean, air-conditioned bathrooms on site as…
Canton
Griffin Park in Canton, Playground, Sports and Nature
Griffin Park is a multipurpose destination. It has a large athletic field, along with a baseball diamond, tennis court, and basketball court. In addition, there is a playground, a woodland area, a creek, and a pond.
2021 Emagine Summer Kids’ Movies for Just $3
Emagine Theaters Summer Kids’ Movies are back this year. Families can enjoy a movie in their comfy air-conditioned theaters for just $3 per person.
Independence Park Canton – Soccer, Nature and Fun
Independence Park in Canton is an 80 acre property that serves as a soccer complex. In addition to the soccer fields, the park is home to a playground, a pond, walking paths and a woodland area.
New Toddler Playground Opens at Kopper Park in Canton
Kopper Park in Canton is a 1/2 acre park features a toddler playground. The site also includes a Little Free Library and picnic tables.
High Velocity Sports in Canton Township
High Velocity Sports in Canton is an indoor sports complex offering soccer, flag football, dodge ball, basketball, volleyball and more. Additionally, they offer summer camps, school break camps, birthday parties, field trips and more
Sky Zone Canton: Visitor's Guide with Photos
Sky Zone in Canton is an open jump experience that includes multiple dodge ball courts, foam pits, basketball, trampolines and much more.
Dearborn
Holiday Nights at Greenfield Village
Visitor’s information and guide for Holiday Nights at Greenfield Village. Step back in time to learn about holiday traditions.
FREE Metro Detroit Museum Admission from Bank of America
Are you looking for an inexpensive way to visit some of the best museums in metro Detroit? Bank of America has a great offer for their cardholders. You can receive free general admission on the first full weekend of every month through their Museums on Us Program.
Greenfield Village – Spend a Day Immersed in History
Take a step back in time and enjoy a day in the 19th century. Visit the working farms, porches & parlors or even see glass blowing at Liberty Works.
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation: History, Science, Math
Visitor’s information, directions, review, tips, and images of the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit Comes to Metro Detroit
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit stops for a short time at The Henry Ford in Dearborn. More than 300 artifacts, immersive experiences and more.
Galaxy Zone- Dearborn: Laser Tag, Arcade Games and Family Fun
Galaxy Zone features an intergalactic arena to wage a futuristic war of laser tag. Find secret areas to shoot the enemy from and make your way over the huge landscape setup to stage an enormous intergalactic war! Galaxy Zone also has a large arcade area for gamers. There’s also food available on site for purchase.
Dearborn Heights
Dinoland in Dearborn Heights
Dinoland in Dearborn Heights is a 5000 square foot indoor play cafe where children can explore a dinosaur-themed playground with tunnels, slides, bridges, ball pit & more.
HYPE Athletics in Dearborn Heights
HYPE Recreation Center provides the community with athletic and recreational services along with community social services designed to Help Youth Progress and Excell. They provide a space for youth to participate in sports such as basketball, baseball, football, soccer and more. They also offer in-school and after school social service programs such as tutoring, mentoring, counseling, and beyond.
Detroit
Winter at Valade – Detroit Riverfront Conservancy
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s family-friendly “Winter at Valade” celebration features marshmallow roasting, giant outdoor fireplaces, as well as sledding and food and drink.
RENT 25th Anniversary Farewell Tour Coming to the Fisher Theatre October 19
I can’t tell you how thrilled I am. Broadway shows are returning to the Fisher Theatre on October 19 with the RENT’s 25th Anniversary Farewell Tour. This all time musical favorite will…
MUSEUM DAY – free admission to two metro Detroit museums.
Saturday, September 18, 2021 is Museum Day. Museums across the United States will open their doors for free.
Monroe Street Midway 2021: Classic Family Fun This Summer
Summer is in full swing this year at the Monroe Street Midway and other Downtown Detroit Parks. Guests can enjoy roller skating at the Rollout Detroit Roller Rink as well as basketball and many other sports at the Rocket Mortgage Sports Zone.
Pie Sci Detroit: Where Science and Fun Flavors Make Great Pizza
Whether you have an adventurous palette or if you like to stick to the same classics, Pie Sci Detroit has the perfect pizza for you.
Campus Martius Beach – An Urban Summer Destination
Don’t miss this urban summer destination. Campus Martius Beach has 400,000 pounds of sand, great views, comfy chairs, and a fun summer vibe.
Grosse Pointe Shores
Starry Lights at the Ford House
Starry Lights, a new 3/4 mile winter light walk, features immersive displays on the grounds of the Ford Estate in Grosse Pointe Shores.
The Historic Ford House has Opened its New Visitor Center This Month!
The new visitor center is on the grounds of the historic Edsel and Eleanor Clay Ford estate in Grosse Pointe Shores and marks the first major alteration to the estate in 25 years.
The Grounds at Edsel and Elenor Ford House – a Learning Experience
Visitor’s Guide, photos, and information about the Edsel and Elenor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. A great outdoor learning experience.
Grosse Pointe Woods
Lou’s Pet Shop in Grosse Pointe Woods: a Unique Experience
Enjoy a visit to Lou’s Pet Shop in Grosse Pointe Woods! From resident pets, to animals for sale and pet supplies, this pet shop has something for everyone.
Harper Woods
Fostering Mindfulness in the Classroom
Beacon Elementary in Harper Woods, Michigan is refocusing students’ negative energy through a ‘focus room’ dedicated to helping students prone to outbursts. Staffed around the clock by two adults -“Mr. B”…
Lincoln Park
Fantasyland in Lincoln Park
Fantasyland in Lincoln Park is an indoor attraction filled with Christmas Spirit. Admission is just $1.
Livonia
Southeast Michigan Inclusive Playgrounds
Find an inclusive playground near you in Metro Detroit and southeast Michigan.
Amazing Winter Family Activity: Blue Line Farms in Livonia
Family owned farm in Livonia offers tours throughout the year. Reserve a spot at Blue Line Farms to interact with goats, chicken & pigs.
Livonia Civic Center Library Story Walk
Visitor’s information and images for the Livonia Civic Center Library Story Walk. The Story Walk is pages of a book on signs along the trail.
Beverly Park in Livonia – (Sunset Park) Neighborhood Park
Visitor’s guide, image gallery, and info for Beverly Park in Livonia (formerly Sunset Park). The 8-acre park offers play structures, a picnic pavilion as well as two baseball diamonds.
Greenmead Historical Park- Livonia: A Multi-faceted Recreational and Cultural Facility
Greenmead is an historical village with an 1800’s farm complex and a recreated four corner of Livonia history. The four corner part of the complex has a church, the church rectory, a school house, a bungalow and a store.
Laurel Park Place – Play Area
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Melvindale
Play Atlantis in Melvindale
Play Atlantis in Melvindale is an indoor play space where children and adults can play a wide variety of video games. They also offer bouncers, a jungle gym, rock climbing wall, laser tag, go-karts, bumper cars, outdoor golf as well as a 7D simulator.
Northville
Stemville Provides an Indoor Play Space for “Stem”tastic Learning
Stemville in Northville, an indoor play space providing it’s guests with many hands on experience that focus on Stem learning through play.
Novi ITC Community Sports Park and Playground in Northville
The ITC Community Sports Park in Northville hosts several sporting fields, two playgrounds, paved trails and picnic facilities.
2021 Maybury State Park & Playground in Northville – Visitor’s Guide
Maybury State Park in Northville Township offers 944 acres of gently rolling terrain, open meadow, and mature forest. Guests can explore a wide variety of trails, fishing, picnic areas, and playgrounds.
2021 Maybury Farm in Northville – Visitor’s Guide
Maybury Farm offers many opportunities to interact with their animals, as well as a play structure, hayrides, picnic areas, and a small lake.
Southeast Michigan Inclusive Playgrounds
Find an inclusive playground near you in Metro Detroit and southeast Michigan.
Ford Field Park in Northville Visitor’s Guide and Photos
Ford Field Park in Northville, Michigan is known for their amazing wooden play structure, but also hosts a lighted ball diamond and 1/4 mile asphalt path.
Plymouth
2020 Winter Festivals in Metro Detroit
While many may view the winter season as a time to cozy up indoors with some hot chocolate and fuzzy slippers, Metro Detroit is giving you plenty of reasons to…
Plymouth Orchards and Cider Mill
Plymouth Orchards and cider mill fresh-pressed, award-winning apple cider, fresh-made donuts, caramel apples and a fun farm experience.
Redford
Redford Township District Library: Family Fun at Your Local Library
The children’s area at Redford Township District Library is full of toys, books, music, computers, a giant red fire truck, and more.
Handy Park Splash Park in Redford
Handy Park (aka Capitol Park) is located at 26590 Capitol Ave in Redford, Mi. The 18-acre site offers a Children’s Play Area, Picnic Area as well as a Pavilion. The park…
Southgate
Mills Gymnastics USA- Southgate: Tumbling, Jumping and Gymnastics Classes
Gymnastics, tumbling and trampoline instruction by well trained, enthusiastic coaches. In a safe, clean and fun facility the whole family can enjoy.
Taylor
Outdoor Holiday Event: Taylor Winterfest 2020 – Blizzard of Oz
Visitor’s guide, information, and photo gallery for Taylor Winterfest 2020 – Blizzard of Oz. More than 200,000 holiday lights along the 2/3 mile path.
Airborne Taylor – Metro Detroit Indoor Trampoline Park
My family received free admission to Sky Zone in Taylor (now Airborne) in exchange for this promotional post. All opinions are my own. Your experience may vary. Originally…
Wayne
Southeast Michigan Inclusive Playgrounds
Find an inclusive playground near you in Metro Detroit and southeast Michigan.
Hype Athletics Western Wayne
HYPE Recreation Center provides the community with athletic and recreational services along with community social services designed to Help Youth Progress and Excell.
Play 4 All at Soroptimist Park in Wayne
Soroptimist Park Play 4 All in Wayne Michigan is a colorful inclusive playground. This park was designed for children of all ages and abilities.
Westland
Southeast Michigan Inclusive Playgrounds
Find an inclusive playground near you in Metro Detroit and southeast Michigan.
Hype Athletics Western Wayne
HYPE Recreation Center provides the community with athletic and recreational services along with community social services designed to Help Youth Progress and Excell.
Play 4 All at Soroptimist Park in Wayne
Soroptimist Park Play 4 All in Wayne Michigan is a colorful inclusive playground. This park was designed for children of all ages and abilities.
Woodhaven
Mandee’s Funtastic Play Center in Woodhaven has Reopened
Funtastic Play Center in Woodhaven has reopened under new ownership. Offers soft play for children up to age 8.
Civic Center Park: Woodhaven Sledding Hill – Downriver Winter Fun
The Woodhaven Sledding Hill is located within Civic Center Park. The park is host many outdoor winter activities.
Detroit-Style Pizza at Buddy’s in Woodhaven
The newest Buddy’s location, their 15th in Metro Detroit, is located at 21611 Allen Road in Woodhaven. Featuring Detroit-Style pizzas, sandwiches and more.
Rev’d Up Fun – Woodhaven
Rev’d Up Fun in Woodhaven is a 30,000 square foot indoor playground that features laser tag, climbing structure, bumper cars, interactive 3D theatre thrill ride, zip-line & agility ropes course,…
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