Kids Activities in the Ann Arbor Michigan Area | Kids Out and About Ann Arbor / Detroit

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Indigo Fairy Festival

Come one, come all to the Indigo Lavender Fairy Festival! Enjoy live music, vendors, food, kids crafts and more! Our annual Fairy Festival is May 9, 2026 from 10am - 5pm. Being Mother's Day Weekend, this event is very popular with families. Indigo Lavender Farms will have plants for sale as well as other seasonal sales, music and kids events.
Dates: 
05/09/2026
10AM - 5PM
Location: 
Indigo Lavender Farms, 631 N Van Dyke Rd, Imlay City, MI 48444, United States
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Mother and Son Dino Dig Adventure at Dodge Park

Travel back in time for a prehistoric afternoon of discovery and fun! Work together on a real-life "dino dig" to uncover hidden fossils, complete dino-themed obstacle courses, and solve prehistoric puzzles. Test your skills in a dinosaur scavenger hunt along the trails, then make your own fossil craft to take home. Perfect for adventurous pairs ready to stomp, roar, and explore! *Dinner will be provided with registration.
Dates: 
05/09/2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: 
40250 Dodge Park Road, Sterling Heights, MI, USA
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Parents Night Out - Stars & Strips Summer Bash at RARA (Registration begins 5/1/26)

Celebrate summer with a Stars & Stripes Summer Bash! This fun and festive evening is full of crafts, games, and snacks that kids will love. It’s perfect for a safe, supervised Parents’ Night Out where children ages 5–12 can stay active, creative, and social — while parents enjoy a worry-free evening.
Dates: 
07/25/2026
5PM - 11PM
Location: 
Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), East 2nd Street, Rochester, MI, USA
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Mothers Garden Party at Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

Celebrate love and connection this Mother’s Day at the Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. Join us for a shared floral experience where you and your mother will design a vibrant, gallon-sized flower planter with five beautiful annuals, enjoy a private tour, and enjoy light snacks.
Dates: 
05/10/2026
10AM - 2PM
Location: 
Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 22314 Northline Road, Taylor, MI 48180, United States
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Indigo Lavender Festival

Experience a summer weekend in the largest lavender fields in Michigan! Set across 50 acres, stroll through beautiful fields and enjoy lavender experiences including u-pick, artisan vendors, delicious food trucks, live music, adult beverages, and more.
Dates: 
07/10/2026
07/11/2026
07/12/2026
Friday Night from 5-9p Saturday and Sunday from 10a-5p
Location: 
Indigo Lavender Farms, 631 N Van Dyke Rd, Imlay City, MI 48444, United States
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Chesterfield Township Mom to Mom Sale

The popular Spring Mom-to-Mom Sale is back at the Community Center! Find great deals on gently used toys, books, clothing, baby gear, and much more. Admission is free, so bring the whole family and shop local while supporting other parents.
Dates: 
05/16/2026
10:00AM
Location: 
47275 Sugarbush Road, New Baltimore, MI, USA
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2026 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix

The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear will be hosted in Downtown Detroit, May 29 - 31, 2026. The event will feature the cars of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES racing in the Chevrolet INDYCAR Grand Prix, the INDY NXT by Firestone Series and the return of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Series.
Dates: 
05/29/2026
05/30/2026
05/31/2026
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Location: 
Detroit Grand Prix, Renaissance Center, Detroit, MI, USA
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