Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events
Lexington Fireworks – Lexington Stare Harbor will glow with fireworks at dusk. The annual parade will follow on July 1 at 11a Music, entertainment and parade kick off the festivities. For more info, visit www.lexingtonmichigan.org
Waterford Funtober – at Hess Hathaway Park Inclement Weather Line 248-618-7671)
Hayrides, animal tour, games, s’more resting included with admission price of $10 (cash at the gate). Pumpkins and concessions are available for purchase. This event happens rain or shine. Call 248-674-5441 for more info. Hosted by Waterford Parks & Recreation.
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New Rink New Year’s Eve Skate
New Rink New Year’s Eve Skate for kids from 1p-5p and from 6p-10p at The New Rink in Shelby Twp (586-731-5006, www.thenewrink.com).
Bash #1 New Year’s Eve Bash – (1p-5p) is $12 admission includes unlimited Bounce Zone, prize-filled balloon drop. Bash #2 – (6p-10p) is $15 or $55 for a family of 4 (with at least 1 adult) includes unlimited Bounce Zone, prize-filled balloon drop. Skate rental is extra.
Flint Children’s Museum Noon Year’s Eve
Flint Children’s Museum Noon Year’s Eve at Flint Children’s Museum (810-767-5437, flintchildrensmu
Enjoy a firework art, noisemakers, party crowns, soda geysers, a noon balloon drop, plus more fun events. $8 per person. Pre-register at 810-767-KIDS. Hosted by the flintchildrensmuseum.org.
Rochester Play Noon Year’s Eve
Rochester Play! Noon Year’s Eve – Balloon drop, party, specials, and much more. Ball countdown drop starts at 11:45a. Free drink & cookie for all guests. RESERVATION required. Call to reserve your spot(s). Visit www.RochesterPlay.com for ticket info.
Legacy 925 NYE Party for Families
Legacy 925 NYE Party for families at Legacy 925. All-inclusive New Year’s Eve party for kids & adults featuring food buffets and unlimited fun at Urban Air Trampoline Park, K1-Speed, G’s Pizzeria, Axe Social, and more. Fun for the whole family. Purchase tickets online at Evenbrite.com. Hosted by Legacy 925 in Oxford. MORE INFO.
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Riley Park Harry Potter & the Holiday Skate
Ring in New Year’s Eve at Riley Park Ice Rink. Harry Potter and the Holiday Skate, 8p costume contest, 9p ball drop for kids. At midnight, adults can celebrate with a second ball drop over the rink. Tickets are $10. The rink does not have rental skates, but there are of skates available for skaters to borrow. Hosted by the City of Farmington.
Motor City New Year’s Eve Drop
Motor City New Year’s Eve Drop- FREE New Year’s Eve party in Downtown Detroit. Fun for adults on NYE in Downtown Detroit. Drinks and food available for purchase around the site. Food trucks will dot the area for Detroit eats. Activities begin at 9p with Live entertainment on the Main Stage, fire pits, horse drawn carriage rides and more. For more info, visit motorcitynye.com
Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast
Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast – (248-674-5441, www.waterfordmi.gov)
Hosted by Waterford Parks & Recreation. Enjoy the farm animals, make & take craft, the annual sheep shearing, and a pancake breakfast. Admission is FREE but donations are being accepted to benefit the park/farm. Pancake breakfast cost is $5 for 10 & under and $8 for ages 11+.
Royal Oak Memorial Day Parade
Royal Oak Memorial Day Parade – The parade will start at Main Street & Lincoln and will proceed north to Second Street The parade has been held on Memorial Day for several decades as a respectful tribute to our veterans – past and present. A ceremony follows the parade. To apply to be in the parade or for more information, visit romi.gov/parade
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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.