Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Spring Events
Mwindo – Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit presents MWINDO, a central African folktale full of trials and tribulations, heroic beings, fantastical creaters and puppets developed by Detroit Puppet Company in collaboration with Mosaic’s young artists. Guests that arrive 45 minutes before showtime for a special make-and-take puppet workshop. This is a FREE event.
Detroit Halloween Bash – Food and drink will be available for purchase. There will be music, a dog costume parade at 6p, pick up a free trick-or-treat bag for your pet, raffle baskets, a 50/50 drawing and more. Dogs at the event must be on a leash at all times and must play well with others. For more info, call 586-342-0643.
Ferndale Halloween Trunk or Treat – at Exit United Realty Professionals (611 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220)
Come get candy and enjoy games, costume contest, face painting and more. Hosted by Exit United Realty Professionals. This is a FREE event. For more info, call 248-677-3220.
Santa’s Grand Arrival at Twelve Oaks – Enjoy special appearances by Mrs. Claus, performances by enchanted holiday characters, balloon twisters, face-painting and more. First 300 children will receive a FREE gift while supplies last. Hosted by shoptwelveoaks.com.
Detroit Santa Claus Pet Photos – Detroit K-9’s team of professional photographers will photograph your family & pets in a beautiful holiday scene. A $5 donation is suggested with 100% of the photo proceeds benefiting Dog Aide, a non-profit organization with the mission to provide assistance to dog owners in the City of Detroit that are experiencing a financial hardship. Animals of all kinds are welcome at the event; dogs must be on a leash and all other animals must be in a carrier. Please contact Dante@detroitk9.com or 313-784-9355 with any questions.
Lake Orion Dixieland Benefit Concert – The annual fundraising event will feature the North Oakland Dixieland Band performing traditional swing and jazz music. Light snacks, beer, wine and soft drinks will be provided. Admission is FREE, but donations will be gratefully accepted. For more info, email nocbband@gmail.com.
Novi Christmas Winter Wine & Whimsy – Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk. 5-9p Friday, 5-9p Saturday, & noon-9p Sunday. Enjoy holiday-themed food & adult drinks, shopping an artisan market, live entertainment, Santa visits, outdoor games & firepits, and more. Thursdays is Ladies Night Out, Friday is the Novi Tree Lighting at 6:30p, and Saturday features Santa Claus & Kids Fun. Hosted by the City of Novi.
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets Santa’s Holiday Kick-Off – at AMC Theatre Parking Lot.
Performances by holiday characters, face painting, balloon animals. First 300 children to stop by the Great Lakes Crossing Outlets table will receive a free gift. Hosted by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets.
Novi Christmas Winter Wine & Whimsy – Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk. 5-9p Friday, 5-9p Saturday, & noon-9p Sunday. Enjoy holiday-themed food & adult drinks, shopping an artisan market, live entertainment, Santa visits, outdoor games & firepits, and more. Thursdays is Ladies Night Out, Friday is the Novi Tree Lighting at 6:30p, and Saturday features Santa Claus & Kids Fun. Hosted by the City of Novi.
Novi Christmas Winter Wine & Whimsy – Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk. 5-9p Friday, 5-9p Saturday, & noon-9p Sunday. Enjoy holiday-themed food & adult drinks, shopping an artisan market, live entertainment, Santa visits, outdoor games & firepits, and more. Thursdays is Ladies Night Out, Friday is the Novi Tree Lighting at 6:30p, and Saturday features Santa Claus & Kids Fun. Hosted by the City of Novi.
