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Kid-Friendly Valentine’s Day Events In Metro Detroit

Do something fun with the littles you love this Valentine’s Day! From art and music events to daddy-daughter and mother-son parties, there are plenty of things happening around the holiday.
TRICERATOTS PUPPET THEATRE-STORY OF SAPPY LOVE
Friday, February 7
@ Dinosaur Hills Nature Preserve, Rochester Hills
The Story of Sappy Love – Laugh as our puppets attempt to figure out how to woo their friends and win a hug. We’ll be making weird valentine’s and using our entire inventory of glitter.
Friday, February 7
@ Springfield Oaks County Park, Davisburg
Grab your family, friends or your sweetie for the ultimate sugary experience. Sign up for a time slot to play a jumbo-size classic board game favorite, similar to Candy Land. Themed games and crafts will be available before and after your game time. Decorate a cookie for a sweet treat!
VALENTINE’S IN NATURE (AGES 5-12)
Saturday, February 8
@ Auburn Hills Community Center, Auburn Hills
Get to know your local youth sports organizations! Reps will answer your questions and provide detailed information about their leagues.
Saturday, February 8
@ Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor
Learn how to host your own tea party and celebrate the joy of gathering together with friends. Create a decoration for the table using dyes made from tea, and make your own special tea blend to take home.
KIDS COOKING AND BAKING SERIES (AGES 6-12)-VALENTINE’S TREATS
Saturday, February 8
@ Grosse Pointe War Memorial, Grosse Pointe Farms
Chef Pam Gustairs will take students through knife skills, kitchen safety, common kitchen tools, how to read a recipe, how to measure ingredients, cooking and baking techniques, and how to prepare the take home recipes provided each class.
KIDS VALENTINE’S DAY DECORATING CLASS
Saturday, February 8
@ Townsend Bakery, Birmingham
An interactive Decorating Class for kids ages 5-11! Class includes decorating cupcakes & dipping your own strawberries!
Sunday, February 9
@ Hollander’s Book and Paper Store, Ann Arbor
Join us in the lower level of Hollander’s Book and Paper Arts in Kerrytown to make Valentine’s Day cards for your classmates, friends and family.
VALENTINE PARTY
Sunday, February 9 + Friday, February 14
@ Funrageous, Livonia
You and your valentine will have a blast at Funrageous playing themed Valentines Day games, winning prizes, dancing, bouncing in the bounce houses, playing pretend and dress up in our tiny village, taking pictures in front our backdrop with fun props, catching balloons during the balloon drop, and much more fun!
Friday, February 14
@ BounceU, Troy
All ages open bounce. Adults bounce for Free with the admission of your child.
Friday, February 14
@ Auburn Hills Public Library
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with crafts and games! We’ll have sweet treats and lots of different types of valentines to decorate for the people you love!
VALENTINE’S STORIES AND CRAFTS
Friday, February 14
@ Ferndale Public Library
Join us for stories, crafts, and to celebrate Valentine’s Day. For ages 0-5.
Friday, February 14
@ USA Hockey Arena, Plymouth
Come out to USA Hockey Arena this holiday season as we host 13 holiday skate sessions. Celebrate the holidays on the ice with friends, family, and valentines!
Saturday, February 15
@ Cranbrook Art Museum, Bloomfield Hills
Valentine’s weekend, we share artwork that LOVE from the museum collection. Learn about the techniques used to create forms, and try them out yourself!
PLAN A DATE NIGHT
Take your littles on a night to remember with mom or dad, find a special event near you!
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About Carrie Budzinski
Carrie Budzinski is the Vice President of LittleGuide Detroit. She grew up in Livonia and Detroit and continues to live life in both cities. Carrie loves exploring the city and finding hidden gems in the suburbs..
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