Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2024

Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2024 – Fun things to do in Metro Detroit & Oakland County this weekend. Family fun events & activities May 9, 10, 11, & 12 2024.

There are plenty of fun things to do in and around Metro Detroit this weekend. This list will try to highlight some of the weekend events Metro Detroit – big and small – for kids and families. We’re going to be using this Weekend Events Metro Detroit article ALL YEAR to post events and activities that are either FREE, or at least family affordable. Check back often for more Michigan SPRING fun things to do this weekend!

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Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2024 – FEATURED EVENT

Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 9a-2p (a 9a-11a seating and a noon-2p seating)
Bloofield Hills Weekend Events – The Kingsley Mother’s Day Brunch
The Kingsley (39475 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304, 248-644-1400, www.thekingsley.com)
A culinary extravaganza featuring delicious dishes, savory sweets, all expertly crafted to honor mothers everywhere. Indulge in a feast amidst the elegant ambiance of the Kingsley Inn, where every detail of this brunch will be unforgettable. Treat Mom to a day filled with love, laughter, and culinary delights at The Kingsley’s Mother’s Day Brunch. Enjoy multiple carving stations, featuring made to order Omelettes, Liege Waffles, Shrimp & Gravlox and an extrodinary Dessert station presented by The Bake Shop. All tickets include Great Lakes Coffee, Fresh Juices, Iced Tea & Lemonade. Cash Bar to include – Bellinis, Mimosa’s, Bloody Mary’s, Beer, Wine and Prosecco. $79 per adult, $39 per child ages 5-11, kids under 5 eat FREE if purchased before 5/10/24. Purchase tickets HERE.

Thursday, May 9, 2024 Weekend Family Fun

Daily through June 30, 2024 from 10a-6p Daily
Auburn Hills Weekend Events – LEGOLAND Play Unstoppable Festival 2024
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan (Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, 4000 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, 248-409-6009, legolanddiscoverycenter.com/michigan)
Experience the brand-new exclusive LEGO Friends 4D Movie and enjoy a festival of imagination, creativity, music, and fun. Create a festival animal, design your own flowers for the festival garden, show your moves at fun festival dance parties, and enjoy a MINILNAD scavenger hunt, and more. Purchase tickets to Unstoppable by clicking this link and then scrolling to Unstoppable Festival under “Attractions”.

Tuesdays through Saturdays through May 19 (10a-5p TU-SAT / noon-5p SUN / CLOSED Mondays)
Flint Weekend Events – Mazes and Brain Games Exhibit at the Sloan Museum
Sloan Museum of Discovery (1221 E Kearsley St, Flint, Michigan 48503, 810-237-3450, sloanlongway.org/sloan)
An interactive 5000 square foot exhibit for families to enjoy. More than 60 puzzles and games experiences. Enjoy the Web Maze, Web of Ropes, the Color Maze, and many more. Purchase tickets here. REVIEW / PICS / INFO.

Daily at Cranbrook (museum hrs & admission info) through 6/2/24
Bloomfield Hills Weekend Events – Galileo: Scientist, Astronomer, Visionary
Cranbrook Institute of Science (9221 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303-0801, 1-877-462-7262 science.cranbrook.edu)
This family-friendly experience features dozens of hands-on activities and interactives that explores the life and times of Galileo using fun STEAM concepts, levers, scales, gears, pulleys, the pendulum, and laws of motion. $8 for adults / $5 for ages 2-12 in addition to CIS admission fees. MORE INFO…

Thursday, May 9 through Sunday, May 12 (Hours Below)
Berkley Weekend Events – Berkley Days Carnival 2024
Berkley Community Center (2300 Robina, Berkley, Michigan 48072, 248-658-3470)
The event will feature a huge carnival midway, craft show, food, live entertainment, beer tent, pancake breakfast, and more. For more info, visit their website. HRS – TH 5p-9p, FR – 4p-11p, SA 10a-11p, SU 10a-6p. SCHEDULE / CARNIVAL INFO…

Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 5:30p-7:30p
Southfield Weekend Events – Family Fun & Bike Safety Night
Southfield Municipal Center Tennis Courts (26000 Evergreen, Southfield, MI)
Bring your bike and navigate the Skills Course provided by the League of Michigan Bicyclists. Have your bike safety checked by experts. Hosted by Southfield Recreation.

Friday, May 10, 2024 Weekend Family Fun

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10a
Farmington Hills Weekend Events – Rock Around The Hawk
The Hawk FH Community Center (29995 West 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334, fhgov.com)
A FREE drop-in music program for ages 18mos-5 years. Celebrate a different musical theme each month and join in for a morning of music and activities. For more info, 248-699-6700. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department.

Friday, May 10, 2024 from 10:30a-1p
Royal Oak Weekend Events – Open Bounce at Inflatable Playspaces
Inflatable Playspaces (5160 Meijer Drive, Royal Oak, Michigan, 248-288-5888, www.inflatableplayspaces.com)
Inflatable Playspaces rents inflatables and backyard party games of every kind. They also have a great indoor bounce room & party room. On Fridays they open up their HUGE open bounce room for open jump for the low price of $9 per child (parents of children are FREE).

Friday, May 10, 2024 from 10:30a-11:30a
Clarkston Weekend Events – Wint Nature Center Preschool Nature Program
Wint Nature Center (9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, 248-625-6473)
Children ages 3-6 can enjoy nature fun as they increase their love for the outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and a related hands-on activity. Each child will make a craft to take home. A different seasonal theme each month. Cost is $5/child. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-625-6473 or online. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Friday May 10, 2024 from 6p-9p
Novi Weekend Events – Mad Science of Detroit Kids Night Out
Mad Science of Detroit (24371 Catherine Industrial Drive #207, Novi, MI 48371, 248-773-8530, detroit.madscience.org)
Kids can create new crafts & activities each week, explore, eat dinner, and watch a movie with Mad Science’s STEM loving Scientists. Drop off and Pick up any time between 6p and 9p. $19 per child. Ages 5-12. Call to reserve. Hosted by our friends at detroit.madscience.org.

Friday, May 10, 2024 from 7p-9p
Canterbury Village Events – Taylor Swift Dance Party at Canterbury Village
Canterbury Village (2359 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion, Michigan 48360, 248-391-5700, canterburyvillage.com)
Enter the Tay Swift lookalike contest. Come dance with your fellow Swifties. This is a kid-friendly dance party and the pop will be flowing – as much as you can drink. $20 per person / FREE Parking. Purchase tickets here. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.

Friday, May 10, 2024 from 7:45p-9:30p
Lake Orion Weekend Events – Friday Night fLipOut
fLipSpot Gymnastics and Cheer (233 Kay Industrial Dr, Orion Township, MI, 248-340-0910, website)
For ages 9+. fLipOut runs from 7:45-9:30p and includes pizza and Gatorade. Cost is $20. Must pre-register and sign a waiver.

Friday, May 10, 2024 After Detroit Tigers Baseball
Detroit Tigers Fireworks / Detroit Fireworks 2024 – Detroit Tigers Fireworks
Comerica Park (2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201)
Fireworks to start immediately following the game against the Houston Astros. Tickets for Detroit Tigers Fireworks Nights (and all other games this season) can be purchased at www.mlb.com/tigers/tickets/single-game-tickets for individual games.

Saturday, May 11, 2024 Weekend Events

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 8a-2p
West Bloomfield Weekend Events – Community Garage Sale
West Bloomfield Twp Recreation Activities Center (4640 Walnut Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48323 wbparks.org)
Become a seller for $10 (WB residents). To register, call 248-451-1900 or visit wbparks.org. Hosted by WB Parks.

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9a-1p
Eastpointe Weekend Events – Bellview Elementary School Mom2Mom Sale
Bellview Elementary School (15800 Bell Ave, Eastpointe, MI 48021)
$3 Admission. Proceeds will go toward supporting the Specials classes at Bellview and Crescentwood Elementary schools. Vendors wanted – contact Kaitlynn Klann at kaitlynn.klann@eastpointeschools.org for more information. Hosted by Eastpointeschools.org.

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9a-noon
Farmington Hills Weekend Events – Mayfair Co-op Preschool Mom2Mom Sale
Orchard united Methodist Church (30450 Farmington Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334)
Outdoor spring mom 2 mom sale in the Orchard United Methodist Church parking lot. FREE admission. Interested sellers should contact Kelly R at mayfairfundraising@gmail.com.

Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 10a-5p
Bloomfield Hills Weekend Events – National Mini-Golf Day at Cranbrook on the Green
Cranbrook on the Green Mini Golf Course (39221 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 4303)
Every year the second Saturday in May is National Miniature Golf Day, and this year it falls on the same weekend as Mother’s Day. In honor of both holidays, Cranbrook is offering free admission to one special adult in your life on Saturday, May 11 and on Sunday May 12. To receive the complimentary ticket, please purchase all tickets for your group on-site. The last tickets will be sold 45 minutes before closing. Admission to the Art Museum is free with mini-golf admission. Enjoy making in the Art Lab, visit the Graduate Degree Exhibition or enjoy a snack and a latte at our FIKA Café. Hosted by cranbrook.edu. COURSE REVIEW / MORE INFO…

Saturday, May 11, 2024 10a-6p and Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 10a-5p
Birmingham Weekend Events – Art Birmingham 2024 
Shain Park Birmingham (S Bates and W Merrill, Birmingham, MI)
175 juried artists on the beautiful grounds of Shain Park. Perfect for Mother’s Day gift shopping. MORE INFO…

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10a-2p
Birmingham Weekend Events – Birmingham DPS Open House
Birmingham DPS (851 S Eton, Birmingham, MI)
This annual event is a family favorite with DPS trucks, fire trucks and equipment on display, informational exhibits and complimentary grilled hot dogs and other refreshments. This is a FREE event. No pre-registration is required. Hosted by the City of Birmingham.

Saturday, May 11 & Sunday, May 12 from 10a-4p
Lake Orion Weekend Events – Canterbury Village Dino & Dragon Stroll Moms Rock Weekend
Canterbury Village (2359 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion, Michigan 48360, 248-391-5700, canterburyvillage.com)
Canterbury Village will be transformed into the Mesozoic Era with prehistoric dinosaurs throughout. Guest will stroll through this outdoor Dinosaur adventure and get up close and personal with almost 100 life-like creatures, reptiles and life-size dinosaurs. Moms & Grandmothers get FREE admission Mother’s Day Weekend! Tickets are just $11.99 until 4/29/24. After, they will increase to $14.99. Tickets purchased at the door will be $20. Parking is FREE. Purchase Tickets Online Here. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com. MORE INFO…

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10a-2p
Lake Orion Weekend Events – Pet Wellness Clinic
Orion Oaks Dog Park (1200 Joslyn Rd, Lake Orion, MI, 248-858-0906 www.OaklandCountyParks.com)
Oakland County Parks Pet Vaccinations clinics for dogs and cats are low-cost. Pets must either be leashed or brought in a carrier to the events. No appointments are needed to get your pet vaccinated, obtain preventative care, receive microchipping and/or purchase a dog license. Vaccinations, heartworm tests, flea prevention and dewormer are available. For pet safety, bring dogs on a short leash with a snug collar and cats in a carrier. There are no residency requirements. MORE INFO / COST INFO…

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10a-11:30a
Shelby Twp Weekend Events – MetroBarks: Paws in the Park
Stony Creek Metropark – (4300 Main Park Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48316, 586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Explore Stony Creek Metropark with your furry friend. During each program, a park interpreter will meet you at different dog-friendly rustic trails throughout the park. Enjoy a nice hike through the woods as you discover the trees, wildflowers, and animals that call the Metroparks home. All ages event. $5 Adult / $3 Child. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 5p-9p
Southfield Weekend Events – Kids Night Out – NERF FUN Theme
Franklin Athletic Club (29350 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48034, (248-352–8000 ext 314, website)
Drop your kids off at Franklin Athletic Club for Fun, Swimming, Pizza, Games, Crafts and More. Ages 3-12 welcome. $50 for FAC members, $60 for non-members. For registration, email eanguelova@ffrc.net or call Kahty Anguelova at 248-352-8000 ext 342. Review – pics.

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 6:30p-9:30p
Troy Weekend Events – Kids Night Out at Troy Gym
Troy Gym Kids Night Out (Troy Gym Camps 1&2 (1600 W Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48084, 248-816 8496, troygym.com)
Every Saturday Night from 6:30p-9:30p is Kids Night Out at Troy Gym. a great opportunity for parents to have a night off while their children burn off some energy at the gym. Pack a snack or small dollars/quarters for snack time. Space is limited, pre-enroll is preferred. $20 per child. More info at troygym.com.

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 6:30p-10p
Rochester Hills Weekend Events – NBS Animal Rescue “Spare A Life” Bowling Fundraiser
Classic Lanes (2145 Avon Industrial Dr, Rochester Hills, MI 48309)
Join NBS Animal Rescue for an exciting bowling fundraiser to raise money to support our homeless dogs with medical needs. $30 per bowler includes 3 hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, and pop. $15 per non-bowler who get pizza and pop that wants to join the fun as a spectator. Register on-site. Questions? email danamarquez2022@gmail.com. Hosted by www.nbsar.org

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 6:30p-8:30p
Clarkston Weekend Events – Parents Night Out / All Sports Theme
Stars and Stripes Kids Activity Center (4630 White Lake Rd, Clarkston, MI 48346, 248-625-3547
www.StarsandStripesKids.com)
Parents Night Out events at Stars & Stripes are from 6p-9p for kids ages 5-11. Kids enjoy obstacle courses, trampolines, games, and a pizza dinner. Pre-registration is required. Review – info.

Sunday, May 12, 2024 Weekend Events

Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 7a-2p
Royal Oak Weekend Events – Royal Oak In Bloom
Parking Lots (located at 600 S Main Street and 700 S Main Street as well as 7th Street between Main and Center Street in downtown Royal Oak)
Local and regional farmers bring an impressive array of annuals, perennials, herbs, hanging baskets, vegetables and more for your every gardening interest. In addition to the wonderful selection of plants, there will be an abundance of other outdoor items available, including hand-made wind chimes, stepping stones, beaded basket hangers, and even rain barrels. Royal Oak in Bloom is FREE to the public. For information on vendor spaces or attending the event, contact the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce at 248-547-4000 or visit the Web Site at www.royaloakchamber.com.

Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 10a-4p
Shelby Twp Weekend Events – Walk-A-Mom
Stony Creek Metropark – (4300 Main Park Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48316, 586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Bring your Mom, Grandmother or someone who is like a mom to you out for a self-guided spring hike on the trails and make some memories. Enjoy the wildflowers that are starting to bloom and share some quality time with the special person in your life. Be sure to stop by the nature center to get a certificate and a flower to plant at home. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. Permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.

Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 10a-11a or 1p-2p (2 sessions to choose from)
Milford Weekend Events – Kensington Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk
Kensington Metropark – (4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI 48380, 810-227-8910, metroparks.com)
Take an hour-long guided walk and discover the budding spring wildflowers, chattering birds, and rich habitats. All ages. $3 per child / $5 per adult. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. Permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.

Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 11a
Royal Oak Weekend Events – Emagine Theatre Mother’s Day Brunch & A Movie 2024
Emagine Royal Oak (200 N Main Street, Royal Oak, Michigan 48067, 888-319-FILM, www.emagine-entertainment.com)
Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch AND a Movie with Mom this Mother’s Day. $50 per person includes movie admission and includes the luxurious buffet and ticket to Mamma Mia, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, The Image of You, The Fall Guy (people can select other available titles). Menu options include – Crudité Platter, Charcuterie Platter, Main Course (featuring peach and strawberries crepes with whip cream, mini quiches: Lorraine, garden vegetable broccoli, & 3-Cheese, hash brown potatoes, scramble eggs, maple sausage patties, chipotle brown sugar candied bacon, and assorted fruit. Desserts include – chocolate and strawberry parfait cake, cookies, and assorted muffins. Drinks include unlimited coffee and fountain beverages. Purchase tickets HERE.

Sunday, May 12, 2024 from 1p-4p
Harrison Twp Weekend Events – Paint Like Bob Ross
Lake St Clair Metropark – (31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Twp, MI 48045, 586-463-4581, metroparks.com)
Have you always wanted to paint like a famous artist such as Bob Ross? Come and join and instructor who will walk you through all the steps in painting a Bob Ross scene that you can take home and display. No experience necessary and all supplies are included. Ages 13+. $70 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-463-4332. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not endorse these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or being altered without notice or cancellations.