Hibernation mode is over! We’re ready to enjoy spring and get ready for summer! Here are the top things to do in May.
A Day Out With Thomas
All aboard! Thomas and friends will be at Greenfield Village for the first three weekends in May. Take a ride on Thomas the train, play games throughout the Village and enjoy a Railroaders Breakfast with Sir Topham Hatt™.
If Thomas isn’t in the budget, enjoy complimentary mini train rides with Great Lake Steamers at a local playground near you!
LEGO Lovers Delight
If you have LEGO lover at home, May will be a big month!
- Brick Fest Live @ Suburban Collection Showplace (Novi) – May 13th & 14th
- BRICKLIVE @ Detroit Zoo (Royal Oak) begins May 27th
- Save 20% off admission to LEGOLAND Discovery Center any time with the LittleGuide Detroit link
Farmers Market Openings
The sun is out, trees are in bloom and local farmers markets are opening for the season! Don’t miss Birmingham Farmers Market Opening Day on May 7th or Eastern Market’s Flower Day on May 21st.
Find opening days for market’s near you – Guide to Metro Detroit Farmers Market 2023
Grand Rapids Lantern Festival
The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival at John Ball Zoo is spectacular. There are hundreds of illuminated object and displays throughout the entire zoo and It’s most magical when it’s dark and with longer days, the earlier you make it out the earlier in the evening you’ll be able to enjoy it. It only runs thru June 11th and an easy 2 hour drive down 96. We highly recommend you check it out.
Touch-A-Truck Events
A favorite for kids and parents, touch-a-trucks return in May! There are multiple events happening on both May 13th and 20th – check the list to find one near you. On May 20th, Westland is hosting a Kid Safety Day and Children’s Hospital of Michigan will be on-site doing complimentary car seat safety checks, if you need help with yours check it out.
Mother’s Day
Hey moms, this giveaway is for YOU (and a friend) enter to win an afternoon of pampering at Rivage Day Spa in downtown Birmingham from LittleGuide Detroit!
Memorial Day Parades
Spend time during the holiday weekend to honor the memory of those who served our country at a Memorial Day Parade
- Trenton – Saturday, May 27th
- Dearborn – Monday, May 29th
- Sterling Heights – Monday, May 29th
- Northville – Monday, May 29th
- New Baltimore – Monday, May 29th
- Hartland – Monday, May 29th
Drive into May with a new Ford. If you need to upgrade to accomodate another car seat or more sports equipment, Southeast Michigan Ford Dealers have what you need, find a location near you.
