Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2025

Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2025 – Fun things to do in Metro Detroit & Oakland County this weekend. Family fun events & activities October 30, 31, November 1, 2, 2025

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 FALL fun things to do this weekend

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Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2025 – FEATURED EVENT(s)

Wednesday, October 29 5p-9p, Thursday, October 30 at 8a, Friday, October 31 at 8a, Saturday, November 1 & Sunday, November 2 at 8a, 2025
Waterford Mom to Mom Sales / Waterford Weekend Events – JBF Oakland County FALL Kids’ Resale Event
Oakland Expo Center (2212 Mall Dr E, Waterford, MI 48328)
Shop thousands of gently-loved kids’ and baby items—from clothes, toys, and books to strollers, gear, and more—at 50–90% off retail. It’s the smart, budget-friendly way to shop for your growing family. Save big, support local families, and enjoy a fun, organized shopping experience—all under one roof at the Oakland Expo Center. Visit jbfsale.com for more info, this link for FREE tickets, or this link to register to be a seller. For more info, visit oaklandcounty.jbfsale.com. Hosted by Just Between Friends of Oakland County.

Thursday, October 30 , 2025 Weekend Family Fun

Thursday through Sunday from (see below)
Armada Weekend Events / South Lyon Weekend Events – Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill Funland – OPEN THROUGH 11/9/25
Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill (17985 Armada Center Road, Armada, MI 48005, 586-784-5343) – DAILY 9a-7p
Blake’s Big Apple Cider Mill (71485 North Ave Armada MI, 48005) Weekends 9a-6p DAILY beginning 9/22/25
Blake’s Lyon Twp (61475 Silver Lake Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178) M-F 10a-7p, SA&SUN 9a-7p
Kids can enjoy hayrides, trike track, straw mountain, corn mazes, Bunnyville farm, a petting farm, and many Halloween attractions every day in September and October. Must purchase a day pass to the event to receive the hayrides, they don’t sell hayride pass tickets ala carte. Blake’s books private hayride and private bonfire events for groups on weekends late September through late October. You can even add meals to the packages! 3 Different Funlands, 3 different Blake’s Cider Mills, 3 different Funland experiences (ALSO – 3 different prices). Learn more at blakefarms.com/funland. REVIEW – PICS.

Daily through October 30 during VoRH Hours
Village of Rochester Hills Halloween Events – Village of Rochester Hills Pumpkin Patch
The Village of Rochester Hills (104 S Adams Rd, Rochester, MI 48309)
Pumpkins will be available in Festival Park and will be replenished throughout the month of October. A $5 donation to Leader Dogs for the Blind is requested for each pumpkin picked from the patch. 100% of the funds received will go directly to The Leader Dogs for the Blind. A QR Code is on display at The Village Pumpkin Patch where guests can quickly scan and donate on their mobile device. For more info, visit thevorh.com.

Daily – October 31 from 10a-6p Daily
Auburn Hills Weekend Events – SEA LIFE Tricks & Treats
Sea Life Michigan (4316 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, 248-409-6009)
Wear your costume and snap some selfies with creepy creatures. Enjoy BOO-tiful decor throughout the aquarium. Learn about spooky creatures like batfish, wolf eels, moon jellies and more. Find out if you’re brave enough to touch sticky sea anemones and slimy sea stars in the Interactive Touchpool. Purchase tickets here. and then search for Tricks & Treats under the What’s Inside Tab.

Daily Through October 31, 2025 from 10a-6p Daily
Great Lakes Crossing Weekend Events – LEGOLAND Brick or Treat Monster Party
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan (Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, 4000 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, 248-409-6009, legolanddiscoverycenter.com/michigan)
“Brew up fun at the Potion Kitchen, a place to create potions of all sorts by combining your building creativity. Plus, enjoy monster-ific activities and an exclusive 4D Halloween movie, The Great Monster Chase, during the family Halloween event.” Purchase Brick or Treat tickets at this link and then scroll to events.

Daily through November 2 10a-4p weekdays / 10a-6p on Saturdays & Sundays
Belleville Weekend Events – DeBuck’s Fall Festival Weekends
DeBuck’s Corn Maze (50240 Martz Rd, Belleville MI 48111, 734-260-0334, www.debucksfamilyfarm.com)
Fall fun galore with slides, pedal carts, an epic corn maze, endless rows of pumpkins, Family Fun Area, and more. General admission tickets include admission to the farm and 25+ activities. Food, beverages, pumpkins, and donuts will be available for purchase. 10a-4p Fridays, 10a-6p Saturdays & Sundays. Ticket info on their website. REVIEW – PICS.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 10:30a-11:30a
Clarkston Weekend Events – Early Childhood Hour Out (ECHO)
Wint Nature Center (9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, 248-625-6473)
Parents, grandparents, nannies and caregivers: Bring your little ones to Wint Nature Center for a caregiver-guided hour of activities, fun and friendship with local families on Thursdays. Participate in a caregiver-led activity provided by nature center staff. Enjoy coffee, tea and conversation with other caregivers. Strengthen community connections –conversation for adults; social interaction for babies, toddlers and young children. Optional activities may take place outside, dress for the weather. This program is free and no preregistration is necessary, although park entry fee applies for those without a vehicle permit. Caregivers must supervise children at all times. Siblings are welcome. Call 248-625-6473 for more information. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

October 30, 31, November 1, 2
Cedar Point Weekend Events – Cedar Point HalloWeekends 2025
Cedar Point (One Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH 44870, 419-627-2350, www.cedarpoint.com)
Halloween Fun at Cedar Point returns with HalloWeekends. Enjoy the incredible amusement park all decked out for Halloween with rides, shows, low-scare fun, super scary scare zones, haunted mazes, and no-scare family-friendly fun for the little ones. MORE INFO / REVIEW / PICS.

Daily – November 2, 2025 (4p TH / FRI / SAT at 7p & SAT / SUN at 2p)
Flint Weekend Events – Ooky Spooky Light Show at Longway Planetarium
Longway Planetarium (1310 E Kearsley St, Flint, Michigan 48503, 810-237-3400, sloanlongway.org)
Favorite Halloween songs like “The Monster Mash,” “Ghostbusters,” and “Thriller” come to life with amazing graphics and lights. Great for family audiences, this show was created here in Flint by a talented team of artists and programmers. Great for adults and kids ages 6+. Tickets: $8 adults, $6 seniors 60+, and $6 youth ages 2-11. To purchase tickets…

Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 4p-8p
Pontiac Weekend Events – Pontiac Angels night Fun Fest & Trunk or Treat
M1 Concourse (45399 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341)
Trunk-or-Treat celebration in support of the Pontiac Community and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department! Dress up the kids, pop those trunks, and cruise in for a safe, family-friendly night of candy, costumes, and car-culture fun. Hosted by the Pontiac Community Policing Team and M1 Concourse.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 4p-7p
Livonia Weekend Events – Dave & Buster’s Boo Bash
Dave & Buster’s Livonia (19375 Victor Parkway, Livonia, MI 48152)
3 hours of unlimited game play, 15% off food & Drinks, games, crafts, and costume contest. FREE souvenir cup for the first 100 guests. Tickets on sale now. Hosted by Dave & Buster’s Livonia.

Thursday through Saturdays in October (5p-11p TH, 5p-Midnight FR & SA)
Rochester Weekend Events – Spookeasy Bar at the Royal Park Hotel
Royal Park Hotel (600 E University Dr, Rochester, MI 48307, 248-652-2600, www.royalparkhotelmi.com)
See a haunted version of the Park 600 bar/restaurant at the RPH all decked out for Halloween and enjoy spooky haunted cocktails and devilish bites. Adults 21+ Hosted by the Royal Park Hotel Park 600. PICS / MORE INFO / REVIEW…

Thursday, October 30 (half-hour sessions sold from 6p-8p)
Lake Orion Weekend Events – Canterbury Village Halloween Stroll – FINAL NIGHT
Canterbury Village (2359 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion, Michigan 48360, 248-391-5700)
Hosted by Canterbury Village. Enjoy hand-carved jack-‘o-lanterns, numerous Halloween displays, live characters, and more. $25 at the Gate. $18.99 (plus tax/fees) on Fridays & Sundays when purchasing tickets online. $20.99 (plus tax/fees) on Saturdays when purchasing tickets online.  Purchase tickets online & save at THIS LINK. REVIEW / PICS. OAKLAND COUNTY MOMS COUPON – Save $2 on admission to Halloween Strolls by using the code OCM25 at THIS LINK.

Thursdays through Sundays through November 2 from 7p-11p
Commerce Township Weekend Events – Glenlore Trails Witching Hour
Multi Lakes Conservation Association (3860 Newton Road, Commerce Charter Township, MI 48382, glenloretrails.com)
Come explore new sections of trail and scenic elements found within this seasonal variation of Glenlore Trails. The Witching Hour Haunted Forest is appropriate for all ages but the crowds tend to be more easy-going on the Thursday & Sunday earlier times. The entire event takes around 1 hr, depending on your speed of walking. Tickets are $25 for ages 13+, $15 for ages 4-12, FREE for kids under 3. All tickets purchased online only require a processing fee. Tickets are sold in 1/2 hour increments beginning at 7:30p with the last group time offered to purchase at 10p. Tickets are on sale at THIS LINK. REVIEW / PICS

Thursdays through Saturdays at 8p through November 2
Flint Weekend Events – Laser Halloween at the Longway Planetarium
Longway Planetarium (1310 E Kearsley St, Flint, Michigan 48503, 810-237-3400, sloanlongway.org)
Laser Halloween is a mesmerizing laser light show that will cast a spell on you this Halloween season. Immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of eerie colors and patterns as our state-of-the-art lasers dance across the darkness. Sessions are 45-minutes. Tickets: $10 adults, $8 seniors 60+, and $8 youth ages 2-11. To purchase tickets…

Friday, October 31, 2025 Weekend Family Fun

Friday, October 31, 2025 from 10a-3p
Flint Weekend Events – Flint Children’s Museum Halloween Games & Crafts
Flint Children’s Museum (1602 W University Avenue, Flint, MI 48504, 810-767-5437, flintchildrensmuseum.org)
Ghost Cup stacking, Spider oobleck, Spider Print painting. All included with normal museum admission. Questions? Call 810-767-5437. Hosted by the Flint Children’s Museum.

Friday, October 31, 2025 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 re FREE).

Friday, October 31, 2025 from 4p-7p
Utica Weekend Events – Dave & BOO-ster’s Boo Bash!
Dave & Buster’s Utica (45511 Park Ave, Utica, MI 48315)
Tickets include – 3-hr unlimited game play, family-friendly Halloween activities. Food & drinks available for purchase with 15% off food & non-alcohol bevies for ticket holders. Cost is $14.99. To purchase tickets. Hosted by Dave & Buster’s Utica.

Weekends through – November 2 (hours below)
Maybury Farm Weekend Events – Maybury Farm Corn Maze & Hayrides
Maybury Farm (50165 Eight Mile, Northville, MI 48167, 248-374-0200)
Hayride & 1 acre corn maze scavenger hunt. Cider, donuts, and snacks available after. Hours – Friday – 5p-8p, Saturday –10a-8p, and Sunday – 10a-7p. These are rain or shine events. Children 2 and under are FREE. Cost is $14 at the gate and $12 in advance online. For more information, call 248-374-0200. Weekends through November 3. Online registration available. Maybury Farm Review…

Friday, October 31, 2025 from 5:30p-7:30p (Last ride departs at 7p)
Farmington Hills Weekend Events – Hayride Central Farmington Hills – FINAL NIGHT
Heritage Park (24725 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan)
Hayrides cost is $5 / FREE for ages 2 & under. Call 248-473-1800 for more info or call 248-477-1135 to book a private hayride. Pre registration is strongly encouraged. Register for these hayrides online at fhgov.com. Call 248-473-1800 for more info or call 248-477-1135 to book a private hayride.

Friday, October 31 at 7p, Saturday, November 1 at 12:30p & Sunday, November 2 at 12:30p
Bloomfield Hills Events – Taylor Swift: Dimensions at the Cranbrook Institute of Science Planetarium
Cranbrook Institute of Science (9221 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303-0801, 1-877-462-7262 science.cranbrook.edu)
From the tender acoustics of Cardigan to the electric energy of Ready For It? and the fun vibes of Cruel Summer, each song becomes a portal to a new dimension, unfolding in cosmic patterns, kaleidoscopic colors, and galactic symphonies of light. Shows last 30 minutes. A separate ticket purchase is required in addition to museum admission. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or upon arrival at the front desk. Hosted by the Cranbrook Institute of Science.

Saturday, November 1, 2025 Weekend Events

Saturday, November 1, 2025 and Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 9a-noon (each day)
Warren Weekend Events – FREE Lil’ Kickers Soccer for Kids
2SP Fieldhouse Warren (7001 Chicago Rd, Warren, MI 48092)
FREE Soccer Skills Open House for kids ages 18-24 mos / 25-35 mos / 30-42 mos / ages 3-4 / ages 4-5 / ages 5-6. Lil’ Kickers Soccer programs is a child development program using soccer as a tool to teach kids. For more info and to register for the FREE sessions, click HERE

Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 10a-6p
Waterford Weekend Events – Holiday Vendor Market and Family Fun Day at JBF Oakland County
Oakland Expo Center (2212 Mall Dr E, Waterford, MI 48328)
Shop holiday gifts and local favorites, then let the kids enjoy bounce houses and a visit with Santa Claus. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season—filled with joy, savings, and family fun—all happening alongside Metro Detroit’s largest kids’ consignment event. For more info, visit oaklandcounty.jbfsale.com. Hosted by Just Between Friends of Oakland County. Visit jbfsale.com for more info, this link for FREE tickets, or this link to register to be a seller. For more info, visit oaklandcounty.jbfsale.com. Hosted by Just Between Friends of Oakland County.

November Saturdays and Sundays from noon-4p
Milford Weekend Events – Kensington Weekend Hayrides or Sleigh Rides
Kensington Metropark – (4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI 48380, 810-227-8910, metroparks.com)
Enjoy a horse-drawn, tractor-drawn hayride, or wintery horse-drawn sleigh ride (depending on the weather) through the wooded trails around the Farm Center. 20-minute hayrides. All ages. $3 child / $5 adult. Pre-registration is not required. Tickets for weekend hayrides are sold at the Farm Center Office. A Metroparks vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 4p
Royal Oak Weekend Events – Try Hockey for FREE
John Lindell Ice Arena Royal Oak (1403 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak, MI 48073, 248-246-3950, www.royaloakicearena.com)
“Try Hockey for Free” Clinics are a great way for boys and girls ages 10 and under to try out the sport of hockey without having to make the investment into equipment. There’s no experience necessary – Suburban Ice provide the instructors and the equipment for you to use. Pre-registration required to save your child’s spot at www.royaloakicearena.com/try-hockey-for-free. Hosted by Royal Oak Ice Arena / John Lindell Ice Arena.

Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 6p-8:30p
Birmingham Weekend Events – Robot Garage Kids’ Night Out – Minecraft Night
Robot Garage (637 S Eton Road, Birmingham, MI 48009, 248-723-9100, website)
Drop your kids grades 1-9 off for a fun filled night of pizza & Minecraft at Robot Garage in Birmingham. Pre registration required.

Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 6:30p-9:30p
Troy Parents Night Out / Kids Night Out 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. Ages 5-12. More info at troygym.com.

Sunday, November 2, 2025 Weekend Events

Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 1p-2p (Every Sunday in November)
Shelby Twp Weekend Events / Stony Creek Metropark Events – Feeding Time in the Nature Center
Stony Creek Metropark – (4300 Main Park Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48316, 586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
It’s feeding time for nature center animals. Talk with an interpreter about the animals and learn what is on the lunch menu that day. Enjoy a relaxed time in the center, learning about the animals, visiting the exhibits, and hiking the trails. All ages. Free Event. No pre-registration required. For more info, call 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

This Weekend Events / Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit 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.