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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Jul
12
Fri
Oakland County Fair
Jul 12 all-day
Oakland County Fair

Oakland County Fair

Oakland County Fair takes place at Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg.

During the 10-day Oakland County Fair, there will be a midway with carnival rides, fireworks, free concerts, monster trucks, a demolition derby and exhibits. Visitors can stroll through many barns to see horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, poultry, dogs, cats, rabbits and even newborn animals.

More info

More carnivals

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Jul
13
Sat
Oakland County Fair
Jul 13 all-day
Oakland County Fair

Oakland County Fair

Oakland County Fair takes place at Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg.

During the 10-day Oakland County Fair, there will be a midway with carnival rides, fireworks, free concerts, monster trucks, a demolition derby and exhibits. Visitors can stroll through many barns to see horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, poultry, dogs, cats, rabbits and even newborn animals.

More info

More carnivals

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Jul
14
Sun
Oakland County Fair
Jul 14 all-day
Oakland County Fair

Oakland County Fair

Oakland County Fair takes place at Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg.

During the 10-day Oakland County Fair, there will be a midway with carnival rides, fireworks, free concerts, monster trucks, a demolition derby and exhibits. Visitors can stroll through many barns to see horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, poultry, dogs, cats, rabbits and even newborn animals.

More info

More carnivals

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Jul
31
Wed
Come Out and Play @ Ambassador Park
Jul 31 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Come Out and Play

Come Out and Play – Ambassador Park. Enjoy a day on the playground and other fun activities during the free Come Out and

Play event. During this special day, day camps and members of the public can enjoy free access to the zip line, water and non-water inflatables and the climbing tower. Children must be at least 45 pounds and 42 inches tall and wear closed-toe shoes for the zip line. A waiver form is also required. Shoes are required for the climbing tower and socks are required for the non-water inflatables. For the water inflatables, guests may want to bring a swimsuit or change of clothes. No registration is required. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Aug
8
Thu
Adaptive Needs Race @ Bishop Foley High School
Aug 8 @ 6:00 pm

Adaptive Needs Race

Adaptive Needs Race – A Good Night for A Run – at Bishop Foley High School. The Agape Project has 6 Hoyt Adaptive Running

chairs for riders and runners to race around the track at Bishop Foley High School, Thursday, August 8 race time 7p. This will be a festive and timed event for participants and spectators. This is a FREE event. Subscribe and sign-up at TheAgapeProject.com.

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Aug
11
Sun
Who Barks in Red Oaks Park @ Red Oaks Nature Center
Aug 11 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Who Barks in Red Oaks Park @ Red Oaks Nature Center

Who Barks in Red Oaks Park

Who Barks in Red Oaks Park at Red Oaks Nature Center (248-585-0100). Search for canine creatures lurking around the bends of

Friendship Woods and make a craft celebrating International Wolf Day. This program is suitable for ages 5 and up. Cost is $5/person. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-585-0100 during nature center hours or online. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Aug
16
Fri
Stony Creek Nighttime Nature @ Stony Creek Metropark 
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Stony Creek Nighttime Nature @ Stony Creek Metropark 

Stony Creek Nighttime Nature

Stony Creek Nighttime Nature at Stony Creek Metropark – Stony Creek Metropark – (586-781-4242,

metroparks.com). A short presentation from a naturalist followed by an evening out on a nature walk. Ages 8+. $5 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

More metroparks events

Sep
6
Fri
Red Oaks Preschool Nature Program @ Red Oaks Nature Center
Sep 6 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Red Oaks Preschool Nature Program @ Red Oaks Nature Center

Red Oaks Preschool Nature Program

Red Oaks Preschool Nature Program – Red Oaks Nature Center  (248-585-0100). Children ages 3-6 can enjoy

nature fun as they increase their love for the outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and a related hands-on activity. Each child will make a craft to take home. A different seasonal theme each month. Cost is $5/child. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-858-0100. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

More OC Parks events

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Sep
7
Sat
Waterford Oaks Wave Pool Dog Swim @ Waterford Oaks County Park 
Sep 7 @ 12:00 pm – 2:50 pm
Waterford Oaks Wave Pool Dog Swim @ Waterford Oaks County Park 

Waterford Oaks Wave Pool Dog Swim

Waterford Oaks Wave Pool Dog Swim – at Waterford Oaks County Park. All dogs owners must show valid Michigan dog license and proof of current vaccinations at the time of the event. Dogs swim by weight category. Three swims: Noon-12:50p – 70lbs plus, 1p-1:50p – 31lbs-69lbs, 2p-2:50p – 30lbs and under. Pre-registration cost is $10/dog and includes admission, contest entry, a gift for owner, and one 50-minute swim session. On-site registration is $15/dog if availability allows. To register, call 248-858-0916. Phone registrations will be accepted until noon on September 4. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.

Sep
12
Thu
Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Red Oaks Nature Center
Sep 12 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series @ Red Oaks Nature Center

Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series

Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-585-0100) A new homeschool theme each month. Homeschool sessions are adapted for two age groups: Ages 6-9 and ages 10-13.

Cost is $10/child/session. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or online. No on-site registration will be available. Sessions are designed as a drop-off program for youth. All students are welcome. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.