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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Jun
18
Sat
Oak Park BBQ Battle @ Oak Park Community Center
Jun 18 all-day

Oak Park BBQ Battle – Plenty of fun for the entire family – Amusement rides for all ages, music, grilling demos, food court, mini-pub and more. For more info on entering your BBQ team, 248-326-4900, brownjd@oakgov.com. Hosted by Oakland County Parks.

Nov
17
Thu
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets Santa’s Holiday Kick-Off @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Nov 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets Santa's Holiday Kick-Off @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

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.

Apr
2
Sun
Troy Stage Nature Center “EGG”stravaganza @ Troy Stage Nature Center
Apr 2 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Troy Stage Nature Center “EGG”stravaganza – 4 timeslots to choose from. Families will take a short spring hike on their own and not with a guided group. At stops along the way, participate in egg games and activities. $14 per child. For more info, visit troynaturesociety.org.

Apr
22
Sat
Troy Stage Nature Center Earth Day Celebration @ Troy Stage Nature Center
Apr 22 @ 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Troy Stage Nature Center Earth Day Celebration – 86 Plastic will give a short program to highlight that less than 5% of what we send to recycling is truly repurposed. She will be presenting ways to replace common household (plastic) items for a more sustainable swap. Learn how to reduce waste, reuse what you have, and even save money.  Hosted by Stage Nature Center. For more info, visit stagenaturecenter.org or troynaturesociety.org.

More Earth Day 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

Jun
22
Thu
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Jun 22 all-day
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing – 10a-8p TH, FRI, & SAT / 11a-6p SUN; Near Peppa Pig World of Play. Nintendo is inviting families to explore the worlds of some of their favorite Nintendo characters through a highly interactive experience where guests can play Nintendo Switch games, take pictures, win prizes (while supplies last), and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of Nintendo. Admission is FREE. Plenty of fun merch to purchase on-site. Hosted by GreatLakesCrossingOutlets.com.

Jun
23
Fri
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Jun 23 all-day
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing – 10a-8p TH, FRI, & SAT / 11a-6p SUN; Near Peppa Pig World of Play. Nintendo is inviting families to explore the worlds of some of their favorite Nintendo characters through a highly interactive experience where guests can play Nintendo Switch games, take pictures, win prizes (while supplies last), and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of Nintendo. Admission is FREE. Plenty of fun merch to purchase on-site. Hosted by GreatLakesCrossingOutlets.com.

Jun
24
Sat
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Jun 24 all-day
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing – 10a-8p TH, FRI, & SAT / 11a-6p SUN; Near Peppa Pig World of Play. Nintendo is inviting families to explore the worlds of some of their favorite Nintendo characters through a highly interactive experience where guests can play Nintendo Switch games, take pictures, win prizes (while supplies last), and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of Nintendo. Admission is FREE. Plenty of fun merch to purchase on-site. Hosted by GreatLakesCrossingOutlets.com.

Jun
25
Sun
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Jun 25 all-day
Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing @ Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

Nintendo Summer of Play at Great Lakes Crossing – 10a-8p TH, FRI, & SAT / 11a-6p SUN; Near Peppa Pig World of Play. Nintendo is inviting families to explore the worlds of some of their favorite Nintendo characters through a highly interactive experience where guests can play Nintendo Switch games, take pictures, win prizes (while supplies last), and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of Nintendo. Admission is FREE. Plenty of fun merch to purchase on-site. Hosted by GreatLakesCrossingOutlets.com.

Jul
8
Sat
Oak Park Community Fun Day @ First Baptist Church of Oak Park
Jul 8 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Oak Park Community Fun Day – Enjoy bouncers, games, a petting zoo, pony rides, clowns, crafts, music, and more.

This is a FREE event hosted by First Baptist Church of Oak Park. For more info, call 248-398-0770.