There are so many things happening around town in July (check out our event calendar) – here are our top 10 picks for what to do with kids this month!

 

You don’t have to travel far for waterpark, plan a family day at one of these popular parks:

 

Cool down any day at a splash pad, pool or beach in Metro Detroit! Find one near you here.

 

Butterflies, Foam Parties, Monster trucks, farm animals and carnival rides – The Oakland County Fair has it all! Don’t miss the 10 days of fun.

 

The Water Circus is coming to town! Get tickets to see Cirque Italia’s show at Washtenaw State Fairground.

 

Fruit tastes sweeter when you’ve picked it yourself! Plan a trip to an orchard and a picnic – our top pick is The Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores.

 

Boss Baby, Space Jam and Jungle Cruise hit the big screen this month. Stay up late and take your kids to the drive-in! Find tried and true favorites at a local outdoor movie night.

 

It’s summer reading season and the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy hosts FREE Reading and Rhythm story times at Gabriel Richard Park every Thursday and Friday through August 12th.

 

Get tickets to the peaceful and whimsical experiences of Beyond Van Gogh at the TCF Center in Detroit or Glenlore Trails in Commerce.

 

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 18 with a trip to a scoop or two from an ice cream place around town – it’s the perfect excuse to check out the NEW Milk & Froth ice cream parlor in downtown Detroit.

 

Take a trip downtown, here are 100 Kid-Friendly Activities to do in the D! And mark your calendar for the Outdoor Adventure Center Re-opening on Friday, July 16th.

 

If you’re looking for a day trip or overnight stay, here are fun, easy, kid-friendly Michigan destinations.

 

Join us for the LittleGuide Detroit Stroller Roll at Hines Drive in Westland on July 24th from 9am to 11am!

 

Photo credit: Huron-Clinton Metroparks, Turtle Cove