It’s finally Spring! Longer and warmer days are just coming soon and we can’t wait to get out of the house. Pull out the calendar and start making plans!

April In The D

Opening Day for the Detroit Tigers is Friday, April 5th (Kids Day is Sunday, April 7th), the Red Wings are in a play-off push at Little Caesars Arena and the Detroit Lions will be making their next draft selection from the heart of downtown Detroit – download the app for details about the mult-day fan experience happening April 25 – 27.

Greenfield Village Opening & MORE

All aboard! Greenfield Village opens for the 2024 season on April 13th – members get early access on April 12th! We recommend getting a family membership for value. Not only can you visit the animals, ride the train and enjoy a trip to the past in the Village but you can check out the Paw Patrol Adventure Play exhibit at the Henry Ford Museum for free. The fan favorite traveling exhibition is only in town until April 28th. You can also catch Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie on the Gaint Screen Experience – with admission – on Saturday, April 13th. Members also enjoy BIG savings for A Day Out with Thomas. The annual event returns in May but tickets go on sale in April.

Solar Eclipse In Michigan

There won’t be another solar eclipse in Michigan until 2099 so you don’t want to miss this one! Mark your calendar for Monday, April 8th. Take a drive to Ohio for a complete eclipse or step outside and join a community event for a partial event in metro Detroit. Find a complete list of events here.

We Love FREE!

Save money and have fun at a museum this month. Several of our favorite places are offering FREE admission in April!

Celebrate Earth Day

Earth Day is Monday, April 22 and we’ve got you covered with fun at-home activities, easy sustainable habits you can start at home and a list of special events. A few highlight events are listed below:

You can also celebrate Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA with FREE family events taking place at multiple locations.

Rainy Day Fun

Make a splash on rainy days with a trip to a local indoor waterpark. Goldfish Swim School offers open family swim at all 8 metro Detroit locations, stop in, make a splash and enter to win registration into a FREE Jump Start Clinic.

Grand Rapids Lantern

Hit the road and head to Grand Rapids. The 2 hour drive is well worth the visit to experience the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival at John Ball Zoo. The mesmerizing event runs from April 10th to June 16th and it’s a true can’t miss event. Looking for more to do in GR? Here are a few of our favorite activities:

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Photo credit: Canterbury Village, Janis Martin