Thursday, September 24, 2020

Family Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

The stay-at-home order in Michigan has been lifted and our mitten state is looking pretty good as far as new coronavirus cases go — and that means some in-person events for families are returning.

Still, some families may not be comfortable getting out and about just yet, so we’ve tweaked our roundup of things to do this weekend to include some virtual activities, at-home options and a few in-person events (when we can find them) to keep all families covered all weekend long.

Remember, if you choose to head out to an in-person event you should still be practicing social distancing, washing your hands often and wearing a mask whenever possible. 

In-Person

Hello Kitty Cafe and Barbie Pop-Up Trucks 

  • Address: Twelve Oaks Mall, 27500 Novi Road, Novi 
  • Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept. 26, 2020
  • Cost: Free/admission, fees/items on sale 

Score exclusive Hello Kitty and Barbie swag from two pop-up trucks. 

Marvel Universe of Superheroes 

  • Address: Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
  • Time: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays through Sept. 30
  • Cost: $25/adults, $18.75/kids 5-11

Visit The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation to see a collection of cool superhero memorabilia.

Ofrendas: Dia de los Muertos 

  • Address: Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit 
  • Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Sept. 26-Nov. 8, 2020 
  • Cost: Free/residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties, $14/adults, $9/seniors, $8/students, $6/kids 6-17, free/kids 5 and under. $7/parking 

Celebrate the Day of the Dead with this display of traditional Ofrendas. 

Princess Party 

  • Address: Kackleberry Farm, 6421 N. Stoney Creek Road, Monroe 
  • Time:2-4:30 p.m. 
  • Cost: Free with farm admission

Wear your princess costumes and spend a day on the farm with your favorite princesses from Addie’s Closet.

Virtual options

(Virtual) Astronomy at the Beach 

  • Ages: All
  • Time: 6 p.m.-midnight, Sept. 25-26, 2020 

This annual event returns in 2020 completely online. Enjoy talks by professional astronomers, science demonstrations, live telescope viewing and much more. 

Walk for Apraxia 

  • Ages: All
  • Time: 8-11:30 a.m. Sept. 26, 2020 

Take a walk around your community to help raise funds for Apraxia Kids and connect with parents of kids who have the condition. 

Jean & The Wonderful Idea Machine 

  • Ages: All
  • Time: 4 p.m. Sept. 19-20 and 26-27, 2020

This first-of-its-kind Zoom performance goes to support kids without computer access.

Unity in Learning: Camp at Home 

  • Ages: All
  • Time: Any

Get four weeks of STEM projects and activities, along with all the materials you need to have a camp experience at home. $40/person.

Metro Parent’s Virtual Science Camp

  • Ages: All
  • Time: Any

How’s that homeschooling going? If you’re looking for some other ideas on how to teach your kiddos while also entertaining them, let us help. Conduct some super cool science experiments from last summer’s Virtual Science Camp. The experiments are easy to do and only require a few items you probably already have at home.

At-home activities

Looking for event more fun activities to do at home? Try some of these ideas… 

Try a new apple recipe 

Make the most of your apple-picking weekend with these apple recipes and activities, which are perfect for ringing in the 2020 fall season.

Go to a u-pick apple orchards

Apple-picking is great for fall fun and good for social distancing. Find some sweet options at these u-pick apple orchards in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor.

Find corn mazes in Michigan

Two girls walking hand-in-hand in a corn maze

Walking through a corn maze is a great fall tradition that can keep you away from others. Find great corn mazes in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, here.

Pumpkin Patches in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

Grandma gives little boy a pumpkin. A pumpkin patch in the background

Are you looking for the perfect pumpkin to adorn your home this fall? Check out these pumpkin patches in Detroit and Ann Arbor for great gourds and seasonal fun.

Take a road trip to a midwest waterfall 

Photo of a waterfall from a distance away

Treat the kids to a road trip to one of nature’s most beautiful creations. Check out our list of must-see waterfalls in the Midwest to plan your trip.

Watch This, Do That

Image from Harry Potter pointing to a drink
First photo via Harry Potter and the Chamber of secrets. Second photo via Homemade Hooplah.

Pair some of your favorite flicks with activities based on the movies.

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