Fall is here and we’re ready for fun! Hit the town this weekend.

ALL WEEKEND

UNIVERSOUL CIRCUS

September 5 – September 29

@ Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, Detroit

UniverSoul Circus is rated by industry leaders as one of the top three circuses in America along with Ringling Brothers and Cirque du Soleil. UniverSoul Circus has come full circle in its influence in the international entertainment marketplace – garnering the distinction of being known as a one-of-a-kind, must see attraction.

TALL SHIP TOUR ON THE DETROIT RIVER

September 6 – September 15

@ Detroit History Tours, Detroit

The Detroit History Club is honored to invite you to join us for a legendary evening on board the eighty-five foot long tall ship, The Appledore IV. With a seventy-six foot mast and over 3,500 square feet of sails, The Appledore IV has majestically sailed the Great Lakes for nearly twenty years.

HARVEST FESTIVAL

September 12 – September 15

@ Kackleberry Farm, Monroe

This weekend will be a special scavenger hunt, corn maze, hayrides, pig races, and as usual, cider and donuts and slushies!

FLAT ROCK FESTIVAL

September 13 – September 15

@ Huroc Park, Flat Rock

This years festival will feature three days of family fun and entertainment – including fireworks, carnival rides, incredible entertainment, large beer tent and great food!

TROY FAMILY DAZE 2019

September 12 – September 15 

@ Troy Community Center, Troy

An array of activities offers fun for the entire family.  Activities include free stage shows, talent shows, amusement rides, youth/parent contests, a youth area with entertainment, games and crafts, fireworks and more.

NORTHVILLE HERITAGE FESTIVAL

September 13 – September 15

@ Downtown Northville

Held each September in beautiful Downtown Northville, the Northville Heritage Festival celebrates the rich history and small town charm of the Northville community.

METRO BOAT SHOW

September 13 – September 15

@ Lake St. Clair Metropark, Harrison Charter Township

Come out and see the boats on land and water. There will also be boating accessories, food vendors and much more.

MEET YOUR BEST FRIEND AT THE ZOO

September 13 – September 14

@ Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak

Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo is one of the nation’s largest off-site pet adoption events. The Detroit Zoological Society hosts this semi-annual event in partnership with the Michigan Humane Society. Find  your next best friend!

ASTRONOMY AT THE BEACH 2019

September 13 – September 14

@ Island Lake Recreation Center, Brighton

Astronomy at the Beach is a two-night annual event bringing together amateur and professional astronomers and science educators to share our love of space and astronomy with the public. This year’s theme is the Apollo 11 50th anniversary.

JURASSIC ADVENTURE

September 14 – September 15

@ TCF Center, Detroit

A Dino museum for the whole family featuring over 50 life-like dinosaurs. Learn about dinosaurs and have fun at the same time!

KIDS WEEKEND

September 14 –  September 15

@ Erie Orchards & Cider Mill, Erie

A weekend filled with kids activites. There will be magic and clown shows, crafters, petting zoo, pony and hayrides and more!

SHAMROCKS AND SHENANIGANS

September 14 –  September 15

@ Michigan Renaissance Fair Grounds, Holly

Taking place at the Michigan Renaissance festival, transport to Ireland by visiting our Celtic Village, where you can find local Irish vendors & fun for all ages. Watch the Highland Games or kick up your heels with traditional Irish music & dance. This is the largest shenanigans party in Michigan!

ART IN THE VILLAGE

September 14 –  September 15

@ Depot Park, Clarkston

In addition to paintings, pottery, sculpture, photography, jewelry and other handmades, the show – the Society’s primary fund-raiser – features live music, free children’s activities and food sold by local civic groups.

MONARCH BUTTERFLY TAG AND RELEASE

September 14 –  September 15

@ George’s Livonia Gardens, Livonia

Come hand feed Monarch Butterflies and release your own, at our Annual Monarch Butterfly Tag and Release!

DONUT FEST

September 14 –  September 15

@ Yates Cider Mill, Rochester Hills

Time to say Hello to Fall! Free family festival featuring Yates Cider Mill’s cider and donuts, music and entertainment, donut-themed games and activities, food, arts and craft vendors and more.

INDEPENDENCE LAKE FAMILY CAMPOUT

September 14 –  September 15

@ Independence Lake County Park, Whitmore Lake

This event features activities including fishing, crafts, hiking, stargazing, and a campfire with s’mores. Top off the event with a Sunday morning pancake breakfast (included in the price).

RUSSIAN FESTIVAL

September 14 –  September 15

@ St. Vladimir Russian Orthodox Church, Dexter

Celebrate Russian/Ukrainian culture with dance, music, food and more!

FRIDAY

WEE STROLL

Friday, September 13 /  9:30am – 10:30am

@  Hawk Woods Nature Center, Auburn Hills

This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Geared for children 6 months – 3 years.

PLAY AND EXPLORE FOR PRESCHOOLER

Friday, September 13 / 11:00am – 12:00pm

@ Comerce Township Community Library, Commerce Township

Kids ages 3 -5 can engage in imaginative play. Be a cowboy, dinosaur & more! No registration necessary.

TROY GYMNASTICS PRE-K OPEN GYM

Friday, September 13 / 12:00pm – 4:00pm / 4:30pm – 7:30pm

@ Troy Gymnastics Center, Troy

Kids 12 months through 5 years are invited to come tumble around for a few hours.  If it’s your first time going, it’s absolutely free!

DETROIT TIGERS HOME GAME

Friday, September 13 / 7:00pm – 10:00pm

@ Comerica Park, Detroit

Head on down to Comerica Park and cheer on your Detroit Tigers!

OPENING NIGHT 2019

Friday, September 13 / 7:00pm – 11:30pm

@ Rotten Manor, Holly

Welcome back to another wonderful year of haunting. We have made some big changes again this year and can’t wait to share them with you all.

OUTDOOR MOVIE – GOOSEBUMPS 2: HAUNTED HALLOWEEN

Friday, September 13 / 7:30pm – 10:00pm

@ South Rockwood Branch Library, South Rockwood

Bring a blanket, chair, snack to enjoy a fun outdoor movie and a bump in the night. All ages are welcomed.

FULL MOON FRIDAY NIGHT HIKE

Friday, September 13 / 8:00pm – 9:00pm

@ Heritage Park, Farmington Hills

Enjoy a guided sensory hike through the trails in search of nocturnal animals, features of the night sky and the mysterious sounds of the woods. Don’t miss the nighttime fun!

MOVIES IN THE PARK: AQUAMAN

Friday, September 13 / 8:30pm – 11:00pm

@ Downtown Dearborn

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and settle in for a fun night at the park. Tonight’s movie, Aquaman, begin after dusk, so please plan to arrive at 8:30 p.m. to pick your spot, with the movie to begin as soon as the night sky allows.

SATURDAY

2019 IDIDIT CAR SHOW

Saturday, September 14 / 9:00am – 3:00pm

@ Downtown Tecumseh

Open to any show-worthy vehicle regardless of year, make or model, the popular gathering celebrates car culture in all its forms, offering a family atmosphere in which to enjoy classic vehicles of yesterday and today.  Enjoy raffles, food trucks, vendors, and more!

SATURDAY IN THE PARK

Saturday, September 14 / 9:00am – 3:30pm

@ Nankin Mills, Westland

Six miles of Hines Drive (from Outer Drive to Ann Arbor Trail) will be closed to traffic every Saturday for the public of all ages to run, walk, skate, or cycle safely. Parking is available at the Helms Haven and Nankin Mills picnic areas.

RHPL COMIC FEST 2019

Saturday, September 14 / 10:00am – 4:00pm

@ Rochester Hills Public Library, Rochester Hills

We’re back again for an all-ages library-wide festival celebrating all things related to comics, art and pop culture! We’ll have games, activities, authors and artists, free comics, food trucks, and more.

ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 14 / 10:00am – 5:00pm

@ Fowlerville Family Fair, Fowlerville

Enjoy demonstrations in the new blacksmith shop, arts and crafts, pony rides and a kid’s cookie walk, games, food vendors, live entertainment, a car show, barrel train rides, a woodcarver, and the annual raffle drawing.

TONS OF TRUCKS

Saturday, September 14 / 11:00am – 2:00pm

@ Kensington Metropark, Milford

Construction, Farm, Maintenance, Police, Fire, Educational and many more vehicles on display for the entire family. Food vendors and kid’s activities too!

TOUCH-A-TRUCK

Saturday, September 14 / 11:00am – 3:00pm

@ Philomene Blvd & Bob Seger Blvd, Allen Park

Hey kids! Spend the afternoon in the driver’s seat. Climb, touch, and explore real-life trucks and cool vehicles. Siren-free hour 11:00-12:00.

Goodison Good Tyme

Saturday, September 14 / 11:00am – 3:00pm

@ Bear Creek Nature Park, Rochester

Enjoy FREE attractions every September such as crafts, face painters, balloon artists, rock wall, archery booth, zip line, and more. Learn about local history and purchase desserts at the bake sale.

FREE RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS OPEN HOUSE AND CLINIC

Saturday, September 14 / 12:00pm – 1:00pm

@ East Hills Middle School, Bloomfield Hills

Girls of all ages can try this beautiful Olympic sport for free during Oakland Rhythmic Gymnastics (ORG) Open House and Clinic.

EXPLORE DETROIT: BELLE-ISLE ADVENTURE + NATURE WALK TOUR

Saturday, September 14 / 12:00pm – 3:00pm

@ Techtown, Detroit

On this bus tour, we will visit the historic Belle Isle Conservatory, the Scott Fountain and learn more about the Belle Isle Conservancy. We will also hop off the bus to walk through some of Belle Isle’s natural wooded areas, taking a closer look at the plants and animals native to the island.

APPLE CIDER & PUMPKINS

Saturday, September 14 / 1:00pm – 3:00pm

@ Nankin Mills, Westland

Be ready to do some apple grinding and pumpkin painting! Our cider press is modeled after 100 year old machines. First grind apples then press them. Enjoy cider followed by pumpkin painting.

OUR NEIGHBORHOOD: KIDS DESIGNING DETROIT’S FUTURE

Saturday, September 14 / 1:00pm – 4:00pm

@ 1001 Woodward, Detroit

Join Bedrock and Detroit Design 139 for an exciting, interactive, kid-focused event, as we introduce young people to the world of urban planning and designing the cities of the future.

DETROIT TIGER’S HOME GAME

Saturday, September 14 / 6:00pm – 9:00pm

@ Comerica Park, Detroit

Head on down to Comerica Park and cheer on your Detroit Tigers!

TROY GYMNASTICS KIDS NIGHT OUT

Saturday, September 14 / 6:30pm – 9:30pm

@ Troy Gymnastics Center, Troy

Kids can tumble, jump & play while their parents are away! Shop, dine, or catch a movie while your child is supervised in a safe environment and meeting new friends!

FAMILY FUN NIGHT AT THE ZOO-PREDATORS AND PREY

Saturday, September 14 / 6:30pm – 9:00pm

@ Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak

Each Family Fun Night will include a hike through the Zoo, hands-on-activities, a snack, and an opportunity to meet Zoo staff. Suitable for ages 5 and older.

SUNDAY

HARVEST FEST AT THE BIRMINGHAM FARMER’S MARKET

Sunday, September 15 / 9:00am – 2:00pm

@ Birmingham Farmer’s Market, Birmingham

Celebrate the bounty of Michigan’s harvest with a petting farm. There will be many more activities including straw bale Climbing  and children’s crafts, all  free to kids! Enjoy live entertainment from POP Club.

FAMILY FREE DAY

Sunday, September 15 / 9:30am – 5:00pm

@ Henry Ford Museum, Dearborn

Join us for a FREE day of inspiration and family fun at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®. Museum admission and parking are complimentary, thanks to a generous donor.

BELLE ISLE NATURE HIKE

Sunday, September 15 / 10:30am

@ Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit

Our group meets at the Belle Isle Nature Center at 10:30 a.m. on hike days and we drive or walk to our hiking location. These hikes are great for families or anyone who wants to connect with nature. All ability levels are welcome.

2019 TURTLE TROT FAMILY FUN RUN

Sunday, September 15 / 10:30am – 1:00pm

@ Gallup Park, Ann Arbor

Run, walk, or jog on the scenic walkways along the Huron River and Geddes Pond with the Michigan Nature Association! This 5K will promote efforts to preserve habitat for turtles throughout Michigan, such as the Eastern box turtle, the Spotted turtle, Blanding’s turtle, and the Wood Turtle. Families, strollers, and pets (on a leash) welcome! Kids can run a 1 mile race prior to the 5K.

VICTORIAN SUNDAY AT MILL RACE VILLAGE

Sunday, September 15 / 11:00am – 4:00pm

@ Mill Race Village, Northville

A day of Victorian-themed family activities at Mill Race Village (part of the Northville Heritage Festival).

SOMEWHERE IN TIME

Sunday, September 15 / 11:00am – 5:00pm

@ Elizabeth Park, Trenton

Visitors will be transported back in time to recapture the rich heritage and beauty of Elizabeth Park, as it was in the early 1900’s through a variety of special activities and attractions, including River Boat Tours, A Walk through Automotive Time Car Show, crafts, vintage finds and old-time entertainment reminiscent of this bygone era in our history. There is also a kids games and crafts area!

DETROIT LIONS FOOTBALL

Sunday, September 15 / 1:00pm 

@ Ford Field, Detroit

Watch the Detroit Lions take on the Los Angelos Chargers!

DETROIT TIGER’S FAMILY DAY

Sunday, September 15 / 1:00pm – 4:00pm

@ Comerica Park, Detroit

Sunday is Family Day at Comerica Park! Kids 14 and under can ride the carousel and ferris wheel for free! And, after most games, kids are also able get in on the action and run the bases. The best part is that it’s all at no additional charge!

SUNDAY TRAIN RIDES

Sunday, September 15 / 1:00pm – 4:00pm

@ Joy Blvd. Park, Clinton Township

Take a train ride with the Michigan Transit Museum.

2ND ANNUAL GET FIT FEST

Sunday, September 15 / 1:00pm – 4:00pm

@ The Practice Zone, Farmington Hills

This free community event will feature kids sports challenges, adult activities, fitness demos, food, inflatables, vendors, prizes and much more!

THE ANNUAL NORTHVILLE DUCK RACE

Sunday, September 15 / 3:00pm – 4:00pm

@ Mill Race Village, Northville

Everyone’s favorite Northville event, the Annual Northville Duck Race will take place at Mill Race Village. This year the Duck Race will be bigger than ever, and we are looking for local businesses to sponsor the event. Spread the word. The Ducks are Coming!

MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY AT CLARK PARK

Sunday, September 15 / 4:00pm – 7:00pm

@ Clark Park, Detroit

Celebrate Mexican Independence with  fun crafts and treats. Bring some chairs and blankets and stick around for FREE performances by Ballet Folklorico Pasión Mexicana and Mariachi Femenil

SUNDAY SHORT ‘N’ SWEET FAMILY RIDES

Sunday, September 15 / 6:00pm – 8:00pm

@ Grand Street & Broad Street, Dexter

The whole family is invited to this 5 – 10 mile bike ride. This ride has easy parking & rest stops, as well as a variety of options for “post ride treats” for all riders. All riding will be done on paths, no road riding involved.

PIZZA PALOOZA 2019

Sunday, September 15 / 6:00pm – 8:00pm

@ William Costick Activities Center, Farmington Hills

Try the best pizza this city has to offer! Different pizza companies will bring their best pizza for you to try then vote for your favorite. This family event offers music, entertainment, games, refreshments, and a lot of pizza!

GO TO A BALL GAME

• Detroit Tigers Home Games
• United Shore Home Games

For MORE EVENTS happening this weekend, please check out our full EVENT CALENDAR!

Find Fall Favorites HERE! Check out these ideas for more fun:

• Guide to Fall Family Fun in Metro Detroit
• Top Things To Do With Kids In September
• Best Cider Mills in Metro Detroit

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