With kids in tow, seeing the latest stage show or attending that super popular special event can put a real dent in the ol’ bank account.
It’s great once in a while, but geez, where are all of the free southeast Michigan events this weekend?
Actually, there are plenty if you know where to look! Every activity listed here will cost you absolutely nothing for admission. Zilch. Maybe you’ll have to splurge a buck or two for parking. But that’s it!
Want to attend events in Detroit that won’t cost you a fortune? Searching for activities in Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties that won’t break the bank?
Then check back here regularly and mark your calendars so you don’t miss any of the free family fun happening over the next week or so.
Note: Things change. We try our best to update details, but be sure to call ahead before attending just in case. Also, some events may require pre-registration. When noted, contact the organizer for more details.
Macomb County
Let’s Play! Toys, Games and Culture at the Lorenzo Cultural Center in Clinton Township
Now-May 2, 2020
- Address: Lorenzo Cultural Center, 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
- Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Learn the history behind popular games and see how toys and games influence society.
Weird Scince at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library Main Branch in Clinton Township
March 13, 2020
- Address: Clinton-Macomb Public Library, 40900 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township
- Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Kids in grades 6-12 try out some pretty awesome experiments during this cool event.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Sterling Heights Nature Center
March 14, 2020
- Address: Sterling Heights Nature Center, 42700 Utica Road, Sterling Heights
- Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Find green games, a scavenger hunt, a maze, crafts and much more.
SatARTdays at the Anton Art Center in Mount Clemens
March 14, 2020
- Address: Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens
- Time: 6-8 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Explore the art of music with the Detroit Children’s Choir during the March installment of this monthly.
CMPL Comic Con at the Clinton Macomb Public Library Main Branch
March 28, 2020
- Address: Macomb Public Library Main Branch, 40900 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township
- Time: 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
This 4th annual event features artist panels, comic workshops, games, crafts and much more.
Oakland County
Nature at Night: All About Bats at the Novi Civic Center
March 13, 2020
- Address: Novi Civic Center, 45175 W. 10 Mile Road, Novi
- Time: 7-8 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Learn about nine species of bats, including where they live and how they communicate. Registration required.
Oakland County St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Royal Oak
March 14, 2020
- Address: Downtown Royal Oak area
- Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Dress in green and channel your Irish spirit at this annual St. Paddy’s Day tradition.
Beat the Buzzer at Lyon Oaks Golf Course in Wixom
March 20, 2020
- Address: Lyon Oaks Gold Course, 52251 W. Pontiac Trail, Wixom
- Time: 6:30-9 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
This game show-style event features brain busters, contests, prizes and more.
MASCO Free First Friday at the Cranbrook Institute of Science
April 3, 2020
- Address: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Time: 5-10 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
The MASCO Corporation Foundation covers evening admission to the museum so families can enjoy the wonders inside, free of charge.
Spring Festival at Kensington Metropark in Milford
April 18-19, 2020
- Address: Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford
- Time: Noon-4 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
This two-day event centers on shearing the farm’s flock of sheep. See the farm’s spring babies, Rosco the Clown, other family-friendly demonstrations and activities and take a hayride. Note: Admission to this event is free but there is a $10 fee to park at any Huron-Clinton Metropark.
Washtenaw County
Old-Time Maple Sugar Festival at the Eddy Discovery Center in Chelsea
March 14, 2020
- Address: Eddy Discovery Center, 17030 Bush Road, Chelsea
- Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Learn how maple sugaring is done, see historical sugaring tools, learn to boil sap into syrup and more.
Storytime at the University of Michigan Museum of Art in Ann Arbor
March 21, 2020
- Address: University of Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S. State St., Ann Arbor
- Time: 11:15 a.m.-noon
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Explore the artwork on display in the museum galleries and here a story based on it, too.
Women in Science Day at the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History in Ann Arbor
March 22, 2020
- Address: University of Michigan Museum of Natural History, 1105 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor
- Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Meet some of the women scientists from the University of Michigan and sit in on presentations and other activities. Donations welcome.
Kerry Tales: March Along with Mother Goose at Kerrytown Market and Shops in Ann Arbor
April 5, 2020
- Address: Kerrytown Market and Shops, 407 N. 5th Ave., Ann Arbor
- Time: 2-2:30 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Trudy Bulkley, aka Mother Goose, entertains kids with themed-stories and rhymes.
Wayne County
Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade in Corktown
March 15, 2020
- Address: Corktown area, Detroit
- Time: 1 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
The streets fill with shamrock floats and other Irish swag during this 62nd annual.
Thrilling Thursdays at the Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit
March 19, 2020
- Address: Outdoor Adventure Center, 1801 Atwater St., Detroit
- Time: 6-8 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Families enjoy free admission to this nature hub the last Thursday of every month.
Marche du Nain Rouge in Detroit
March 22, 2020
- Address: Canfield and Second to the Masonic Temple, Detroit
- Time: Noon
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Bring the Krewe, dress in costume and taunt the Nain in this annual tradition.
Mudpuppypalooza at the Belle Isle Nature Center in Detroit
March 29, 2020
- Address: Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit
- Time: 1 and 4 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Learn about the “Snot Otter” as it’s called at this annual educational event. Note: an $11 recreation passport is required to enter Belle Isle.
Marshmallow Drop at Elizabeth Park in Trenton
April 10, 2020
- Address: Elizabeth Park, 4250 Elizabeth Drive, Trenton
- Time: 9-10 a.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
The Easter Bunny arrives in his private helicopter and drops 20,000 marshmallows for kids to collect. Grab one and get a prize. Ages 12 and under. The event happens in Westland from 11 a.m.-noon, too.
Livingston County
Willy Wonka Jr. at the Cromaine District Library in Hartland
March 14-15, 2020
- Address: Cromaine District Library, 3688 N. Hartland Road, Hartland
- Time: 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Enjoy a performance of this classic story about a boy and a chocolate factory, performed by the Encore Youth Theater.
Pop-Tart Taste Test Challenge at the Brighton District Library
March 31, 2020
- Address: Brighton District Library, 100 Library Drive, Brighton
- Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Contact and details: See the Metro Parent listing
Teens take a blind taste of different pop-tarts and declare the best-tasting one. Pre-registration required.
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