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Oakland County Moms Calendar of Metro Detroit Summer Events

Oct
8
Sat
Oakland County Parks Free Summer Concerts
Oct 8 all-day
Oakland County Parks Free Summer Concerts

Oakland County Parks Free Summer Concerts – Local musicians will be performing at a wide variety of parks throughout Oakland County through the summer and early fall. Grab a blanket and some lawn chairs and enjoy shows at some of the loveliest parks in Oakland County. Many musical styles and genres will be represented.

Full schedule of shows, locations, and times

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.

May
20
Sat
Soggy Doggy at Deer Lake Beach @ Deer Lake Beach
May 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Soggy Doggy at Deer Lake Beach @ Deer Lake Beach

Soggy Doggy at Deer Lake Beach – Bring your dog to the beach to swim, play, fetch, and socialize. This is a FREE event. Pre-registration is required along with record of rabies & DHLPP vaccinations. Records can be presented in person at ITPR offices or emailed to mheilman@indtwp.org. To pre-register, visit indtwp.org. Hosted by Independence Twp Parks Rec & Seniors.

Jun
10
Sat
Rochester Hills Public Library Summer Reading Kick-Off @ Rochester Hills Public Library
Jun 10 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Rochester Hills Public Library Summer Reading Kick-Off – Summer Reading Kick Off Party! All ages are welcome. Join us for outdoor entertainment, cold treats, and summer fun on the library lawn.

Jun
13
Tue
Donut Be Afraid of Bugs at the VORH @ The Village of Rochester Hills
Jun 13 @ 11:00 am
Donut Be Afraid of Bugs at the VORH @ The Village of Rochester Hills

Donut Be Afraid of Bugs – at 11a & 6p. Educational fun and a Donut truck will be at the VoRH ALL SUMMER. Nadia aka “The Bug Lady” will give you an up-close and educational experience with a variety of bugs. Learn about why these creatures are to be respected for their role in the ecosystem, and not to be feared. You will get the chance to learn about many different exotic insects, touch a tarantula, come face to face with a praying mantis, hold the largest species of millipede in the world, and much more! FUN new themes every week and you can purchase a treat from the donut truck for you & your child while your child learns fun new facts and trivia. These are FREE events. Hosted by TheVofRH.

Donut Be Afraid of Bugs at the VORH @ The Village of Rochester Hills
Jun 13 @ 6:00 pm
Donut Be Afraid of Bugs at the VORH @ The Village of Rochester Hills

Donut Be Afraid of Bugs – at 11a & 6p. Educational fun and a Donut truck will be at the VoRH ALL SUMMER. Nadia aka “The Bug Lady” will give you an up-close and educational experience with a variety of bugs. Learn about why these creatures are to be respected for their role in the ecosystem, and not to be feared. You will get the chance to learn about many different exotic insects, touch a tarantula, come face to face with a praying mantis, hold the largest species of millipede in the world, and much more! FUN new themes every week and you can purchase a treat from the donut truck for you & your child while your child learns fun new facts and trivia. These are FREE events. Hosted by TheVofRH.

Jun
14
Wed
Park It Family Fun Nights
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm
Park It Family Fun Nights

Park It Family Fun Nights – Family Fun Nights include an outdoor concert, activities for kids and a family outdoor movie under the stars on a giant LED video screen! Events typically start at 6p with the entertainment and the movies start at dusk but times do vary so check the website before venturing out.

More info, full schedule, and locations here

Jun
15
Thu
Park It Family Fun Nights
Jun 15 @ 6:00 pm
Park It Family Fun Nights

Park It Family Fun Nights – Family Fun Nights include an outdoor concert, activities for kids and a family outdoor movie under the stars on a giant LED video screen! Events typically start at 6p with the entertainment and the movies start at dusk but times do vary so check the website before venturing out.

More info, full schedule, and locations here

Ferndale Free Movie Nights
Jun 15 @ 6:30 pm
Ferndale Free Movie Nights

Ferndale Free Movie Nights – Downtown Ferndale MI hosts their Movies in the Parks summer movie series at Schiffer Park this summer with movies at various Ferndale Parks. Bring your lawn chairs and snacks and enjoy a memorable evening under the stars in Downtown Ferndale or a local Ferndale Park. Movie nights are held at Schiffer Park, Wilson Park, and Martin Road Park! Outdoor movie nights in Ferndale this summer begin at 5:30p with pre-show family fun entertainment. Movies start at dusk.

Movie schedule and more info

Jun
17
Sat
Touch a Truck PLUS Summer Reading Kickoff @ Northville District Library
Jun 17 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Touch a Truck PLUS Summer Reading Kickoff – This is a hands-on family event that allows children to explore

vehicles of all types and meet the people who help to build, protect and serve our community. Kids will also have the opportunity to register for the Library Summer Reading program at this event. For more info, email krothley@northvillelibrary.org.