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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Jun
19
Mon
Oakland County Parks Juneteenth Free Admission
Jun 19 all-day

Oakland County Parks will mark the Juneteenth holiday by waiving vehicle entry fees on Monday, June 19. Oakland County Parks’ Mobile Recreation Unit will also be participating in local celebration and commemoration events honoring Juneteenth throughout Oakland County with fun, free activities such as inflatables, games, climbing towers and more.

Visitors can enjoy access to general park activities, including trails, dog parks, playgrounds, picnic areas, beaches and fishing spots from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset (unless otherwise posted).

More info

Aug
12
Sat
Canterbury Village Michigan Dog Fest @ Canterbury Village
Aug 12 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Canterbury Village Michigan Dog Fest – Bring your furry friend and head to Canterbury Village for a tail waggin’ good time. Kids can have fun looking for paw prints around the village, which they can turn in for candy and other small prizes. Multiple dog rescue organizations on site and they’ll be accepting donations for their great causes. Parking is $5. Purchase tickets HERE. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.

Aug
13
Sun
Canterbury Village Michigan Dog Fest @ Canterbury Village
Aug 13 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Canterbury Village Michigan Dog Fest – Bring your furry friend and head to Canterbury Village for a tail waggin’ good time. Kids can have fun looking for paw prints around the village, which they can turn in for candy and other small prizes. Multiple dog rescue organizations on site and they’ll be accepting donations for their great causes. Parking is $5. Purchase tickets HERE. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.

Oct
20
Fri
Rochester Play Halloween Monster Mash @ Rochester Play!
Oct 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Rochester Play Halloween Monster Mash – Pizza buffet, drinks, game play, crafts, dance room, games, costume contest, and more. For tickets, visit rochesterplay.com, (248-650-7529)

Nov
29
Wed
Oakland County Parks Holiday Market @ Oakland County Market 
Nov 29 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Oakland County Parks Holiday Market

Oakland County Parks Holiday Market at Oakland County Market (248-858-5495, www.OaklandCountyParks.com)
Shop for decorations, artisan crafts, specialty food items and more. Kids can enjoy reindeer visits, s’mores, wagon rides, and holiday music. This is a FREE event to attend. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

More Holiday Events

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Dec
8
Fri
Orion Center Cookies with Claus @ Orion Center
Dec 8 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Orion Center Cookies with Claus

Orion Center Cookies with Claus at Orion Center (248-391-0304 Ext 3500). Decorate some holiday cookies! While you’re here visit with Santa Claus himself. Write a letter to Santa and you will receive a response mailed to your house. $14 residents / $16 non-residents. Pre-registration required. Call 248-391-0304 ext 3500 for cost info and to register. Hosted by Orion Twp Parks & Rec.

More Santa visits

Feb
14
Wed
Heritage Park Sweetheart Stroll @ Heritage Park
Feb 14 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Heritage Park Sweetheart Stroll @ Heritage Park

Heritage Park Sweetheart Stroll

Heritage Park Sweetheart Stroll – Celebrate Valentines Day with a candle-lit hike through the trails of Heritage Park. Share your love of nature as you discover the courtship and mating behaviors of native animals. Complete the evening with a warm drink and sweet treats at the Nature Center. Ages 18+.  Preregistration required. $8 resident / $13 non. To register. Pre-registration required. To register. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department.

More Farmington Hills events

Mar
16
Sat
Rochester Play Easter Egg Hunt @ Rochester Play
Mar 16 @ 9:00 am
Rochester Play Easter Egg Hunt @ Rochester Play

Rochester Play Easter Egg Hunt

Rochester Play Easter Egg Hunt – All day play, free drink & cookies, included. Find the golden

eggs! Bring your basket. Indoor event with limited capacity (to 100 guests). Must pre-register & pre-pay. Call for cost info and to register.

More Easter Events

Apr
22
Mon
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day
Apr 22 all-day
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day

Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day – All Oakland County Parks Division Parks (see list in description). Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers complimentary park entry to all guests. Addison Oaks Park/Day Use, Highland Oaks, Independence Oaks Park, Lyon Oaks Park/Day Use, Lyon Oaks Dog Park, Orion Oaks Park/Day Use, Orion Oaks Dog Park, Red Oaks Dog Park, Rose Oaks. Visitors can enjoy free daily park entry with access to natural areas, trails, dog parks and all park amenities. Park hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, or as posted at the park. For more info, call 1-888-OCParks. MORE INFO / PARK LOCATIONS

May
2
Thu
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day
May 2 all-day
Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day

Oakland County Parks FREE Admission Day – All Oakland County Parks Division Parks (see list in description). Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers complimentary park entry to all guests. Addison Oaks Park/Day Use, Highland Oaks, Independence Oaks Park, Lyon Oaks Park/Day Use, Lyon Oaks Dog Park, Orion Oaks Park/Day Use, Orion Oaks Dog Park, Red Oaks Dog Park, Rose Oaks. Visitors can enjoy free daily park entry with access to natural areas, trails, dog parks and all park amenities. Park hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, or as posted at the park. For more info, call 1-888-OCParks. MORE INFO / PARK LOCATIONS