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20 Awesome Detroit Experience Gifts To Give — Instead Of Toys

Whether it’s a birthday or a holiday, give the gift of a Detroit experience to the little in your life. From museum memberships to tickets to a big event or a new activity, you can give more than an..

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Monroe Street Midway Brings Family-Friendly Fun To Downtown Detroit This Summer

Get ready to dance and roll at Monroe Street Midway this summer in Downtown Detroit!   The Monroe Street Midway opens as a family-friendly destination in downtown Detroit beginning Friday, May..

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Reading & Rhythm On The Riverfront Returns For 2021

One of our favorite family activities returns for another summer. The Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront is a FREE program that encourages kids to have fun while reading in..

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From Food Truck To Storefront: Check Out The NEW Ice Cream Parlor In Downtown Detroit

Just in time for National Ice Cream Day (July 18th), popular food truck, Milk & Froth opens its permanent location in downtown Detroit on July 5th.   The popular downtown artisan ice cream..

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2 Immersive Van Gogh Exhibits Coming To Detroit

Get ready to go to an immersive art experience in Detroit this year, Immersive Van Gogh AND Beyond Van Gogh are coming to town in 2021 and we can’t wait!   You’ve likely seen pictures from..

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Monroe Street Midway’s FINAL Weekend Brings Family-Friendly Fun To Downtown Detroit

Get ready to dance and roll at Monroe Street Midway for one last time in Downtown Detroit! The summer sensation closes Sunday, September 12th and you’ll want to check it out before it’s too..

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5 Reasons To Visit Detroit With Kids This Fall

If you want family fun in downtown Detroit, here are the best places to visit this fall! Michigan Science Center Re-Opening (Saturday, September 18th) The Michigan Science Center is reopening to..

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ANNOUCED: Detroit Riverfront To Build 22-acre Sport House

The Detroit Riverfront’s West Riverfront is well underway and this month they announced another new addition to the site – the William Davidson Sport House. The West Riverfront project features 5.5..

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DLECTRICTY Returns to Detroit This Weekend

Head to Midtown Friday, September 24th and Saturday, September 25th for a one of a kind late night festival. DLECTICITY brings together lights and sounds in a way the whole family can..

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10 Reasons To Visit The Detroit Harvestfest & Food Truck Rally

The Detroit Riverfront is hosting the Detroit Harvestfest & Food Truck Rally on Saturday, October 9th and Sunday, October 10th along the Dequindre Cut Greenway. Bring the kids for trick or..

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Downtown Detroit’s Monroe Street Drive-In Returns

Cuddle up in the car and watch a movie on the big screen at the Monroe Street Drive-In Theatre! The popular drive-in destination is returning downtown for Fall 2021 through Spring 2022.   Pack..

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Fairy Door Scavenger Hunt Brings Magic & Adventure Back to Belle Isle

Head to Belle Isle for a magical search and find adventure this fall! Fairies have returned to Belle Isle! The fairies invite you to explore and look for their fairy doors in a fun, interactive..

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Downtown Detroit’s Monroe Street Drive-In Returns This Weekend

Cuddle up in the car and watch a movie on the big screen at the Monroe Street Drive-In Theatre! The popular drive-in destination is back beginning Friday, November 12th. Pack up the car with pillows..

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Top Family-Friendly Events Happening In Detroit In 2022

There are so many exciting family events happening in Detroit all year long – mark your calendars and start making plans. JANUARY January 14th – 16th: Fire & Ice Fest  The Fire and Ice..

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FREE Family Art-Making Workshops Return To The Detroit Institute of Arts

After a nearly two-year hiatus, the Detroit Institute of Arts is bringing back its popular FREE family art making programs beginning January 14th. Rich in history and culture and FREE to tri-county..

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The Sugar Factory Sets Spring Opening In Downtown Detroit

Family dinner and birthday celebrations just got a whole lot sweeter!  Sugar Factory is coming to downtown Detroit this spring and your littles will love it! The Sugar Factory’s glamorous and..

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Detroit’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Returns To Corktown

Exciting news! After a two year hiatus, Detroit’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to Michigan Avenue in Corktown on Sunday, March 13th.  Find your seat on the original brick road of Michigan..

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President’s Day Scavenger Hunt With Kids In Detroit

President’s Day is February 21st and the kids are out of school. Take a trip downtown to make presidential history more fun with a game of Eye Spy. You can find presidential markers around the city..

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3 Things to Do In Detroit For National Reading Month

The grass is a little greener in March and we’re all ready to get out the house. So plan a day trip to Detroit and celebrate National Reading Month at these great book stops.  Photo Op @ The Lorax..

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100 Kid-Friendly Activities in Detroit

We love Detroit and it’s a great city to explore with your kids. From outdoor adventures to major league sporting events, museums and musical events – there’s lots to do in the D. Explore Downtown..

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