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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

May
6
Sat
Mother’s Day Market Art & Craft Show @ Orion Center
May 6 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Mother’s Day Market Art & Craft Show – at Orion Center. Free Admission. orionparks.com

May
13
Sat
Food Trucks & FREE Family Fun @ The Village of Rochester Hills
May 13 @ 12:00 pm
Food Trucks & FREE Family Fun @ The Village of Rochester Hills

Food Trucks & FREE Family Fun – The event features a variety of Food Trucks and Free entertainment for the family including stilt walkers, magicians, balloon twisters, and music in the Festival Park. Paint Creek Center for the Arts will be in Festival Park giving out complimentary take-away potted flower plants, to decorate at home, to the first 100 kids in attendance. Additionally, a variety of stores will be featuring specials & sips throughout the day while offering assistance as you look to find that perfect gift for mom. Telly’s Greenhouse will be selling hanging baskets and porch pots onsite. Food trucks include – Don Armando’s Taqueria, Little Donut Factory, General Dogs, D’Vine Cookies. This is a FREE event. Hosted by TheVofRH.

May
14
Sun
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Village of Rochester Hills @ The Village of Rochester Hills
May 14 all-day
Mother's Day Brunch at the Village of Rochester Hills @ The Village of Rochester Hills

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Village of Rochester Hills – Mother’s Day brunch and dinner options at the The Village’s sit-down restaurants. Bravo! Italian Kitchen will be offering a lovely brunch featuring made-to-order scramblers and hand-crafted cocktails and a dinner menu with endless pasta options. Jagged Fork has an unlimited selection of breakfast and brunch options from pancakes to French toast to omelets & skillets for a perfect way to start the day. Maybe dinner is the way to go. Enjoy the Chef’s Feature Steak and Shrimp Americana or any classic menu items at Mitchell’s Fish Market. You can’t go wrong getting Sesame Chicken or the Mongolian Beef for dinner at P.F. Chang’s. Make your reservations for Mother’s Day Brunch (and/or dinner) at the Village today. Check out the VoRH dining options. Hosted by TheVofRH.

Aug
4
Fri
Kensington Metropark Movie Nights
Aug 4 @ 7:00 pm

Kensington Metropark Movie Nights – Pack up the family and head out to your Metropark to enjoy a movie under the stars. Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and some popcorn and your favorite snacks and spend a night in the park then settle in to enjoy the show. Arrive early to pick your viewing spot and then before the movie starts enjoy the park. The movie will be shown on an LED screen and start before dark. All ages event. FREE with daily vehicle admission pass or annual Metroparks pass. Puss In Boots: The Last Wish

A Metroparks vehicle entry permit is required for these events. Daily & Annual vehicle permits are on sale NOW. You can pick one up at metroparks.com OR visit your local Metropark today.

For more metroparks movie full schedule and locations.

 

Sep
24
Sun
Spencer Park Bass Tournament
Sep 24 @ 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Spencer Park Bass Tournament

Spencer Park Bass Tournament – The Park Bass Tournament is open to ALL AGES and SKILL LEVELS. All fishing is done from shore and there will be prizes for the most bass caught and also for the largest bass. Tournament participation is $5. Participants receive free park vehicle entry. To register, visit www.rochesterhills.orgMORE INFO

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.

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Dec
9
Sat
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa @ Kensington Metropark 
Dec 9 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa @ Kensington Metropark 

Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa

Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa – (810-227-8910, metroparks.com). A holiday season tradition at the Farm. Each visit includes a horse-drawn hayride or sleigh ride (weather dependent on which is available), a holiday sing-a-long, (complete with cozy blankets, song sheets, and jingle bells), snacks, (fruit, cookies, juice, hot cocoa, and coffee), and most importantly, a visit with Santa by the Christmas Tree. All ages. $12 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

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Indian Springs Metropark Santa’s Candy Cane Trail @ Indian Springs Metropark
Dec 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Indian Springs Metropark Santa’s Candy Cane Trail

Indian Springs Metropark Santa’s Candy Cane Trail – Take a stroll along the candy cane trail for a chance to meet a variety of winter characters. You’ll even get a magical chance to see Santa before his big night. Write your letters to Santa at home and stop by Santa’s mailbox during the program to deliver your letters. Each household will start at their registered time. All ages. $6 per person / Under 2 FREE. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 248-625-7280. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

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Dec
10
Sun
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa @ Kensington Metropark 
Dec 10 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa @ Kensington Metropark 

Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa

Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa – (810-227-8910, metroparks.com). A holiday season tradition at the Farm. Each visit includes a horse-drawn hayride or sleigh ride (weather dependent on which is available), a holiday sing-a-long, (complete with cozy blankets, song sheets, and jingle bells), snacks, (fruit, cookies, juice, hot cocoa, and coffee), and most importantly, a visit with Santa by the Christmas Tree. All ages. $12 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

More Santa Visits

More Metropark events

Dec
16
Sat
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa @ Kensington Metropark 
Dec 16 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa @ Kensington Metropark 

Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa

Kensington Metropark Snacks with Santa – (810-227-8910, metroparks.com). A holiday season tradition at the Farm. Each visit includes a horse-drawn hayride or sleigh ride (weather dependent on which is available), a holiday sing-a-long, (complete with cozy blankets, song sheets, and jingle bells), snacks, (fruit, cookies, juice, hot cocoa, and coffee), and most importantly, a visit with Santa by the Christmas Tree. All ages. $12 per person. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

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More Metropark events