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Christmas Break Events Metro Detroit 2024 / 2025
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December 23, 26, 27, 30 January 2 & 3 from 9a-4:30p each day
Troy Christmas Break Events – Troy Gym Holiday Break Camp
Troy Gymnastics (1600 W Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48084, 248-816 8496, www.troygymnastics.com)
Pack a lunch and a water bottle and spend Christmas break with fun activities at Troy Gymnastics. Before & after care available. Choose half-day or full-day. Register at www.troygym.com/camps
Auburn Hills Holiday Break Events
Daily through January 5, 2025
Auburn Hills Holiday Break Fun for Kids – Peppa’s Winter Funtime
Peppa Pig Great Lakes Crossing (4362 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326, Between Districts 6 & 7, www.peppapigworldofplay.com/michigan/offers/oakland-county-moms)
Meet Peppa all dressed up and ready for the holidays. Enjoy a special family photo, watch holiday-themed Peppa episodes, and have fun at Peppa’s World of Play. Save 20% on admission – Purchase tickets here and then search for Peppa’s Winter Funtime under the “What’s Inside” Tab.
Daily through January 5, 2025 from 10a-6p Daily
Auburn Hills Holiday Break Fun for Kids – SEA LIFE Twinkling Tides Holiday Event
Sea Life Michigan (4316 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, 248-409-6009)
Experience an underwater winter wonderland. Enjoy holiday decor throughout the aquarium. Take a polar plunge — dip your hands in our cold water Touchpool and pet bright red and green sea anemones. Help Scuba Claus find his lost gifts that have been scattered throughout the aquarium in a holiday themed scavenger hunt. If you’re lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of Scuba Claus and his underwater elves while they clean our Ocean Habitat. SAVE 20% on Admission! – Purchase tickets here and then search for Twinkling Tides under the “What’s Inside” Tab.
Daily through January 5, 2025 from 10a-6p Daily
Auburn Hills Holiday Break Fun for Kids – LEGOLAND Holiday Bricktacular
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan (Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, 4000 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, 248-409-6009, legolanddiscoverycenter.com/michigan)
LEGO® winter wonderland during Holiday Bricktacular, the kid-friendly holiday event at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center. Explore MINILAND Detroit transformed into a festive holiday landscape. Build Santa’s sleigh and race against friends & family on LEGO zip lines. Enjoy holiday decor throughout the attraction. Snap a selfie in the life-size LEGO sleigh and LEGO Santa, and more. SAVE 20% on Admission! – Purchase tickets to Bricktacular by clicking this link and then scrolling to Bricktacular under “Attractions”.
Birmingham Christmas Break Events
December 30, 31, January 2, 3 from 8a-5p daily
Birmingham Christmas Break Events – Birmingham YMCA Holiday Break Camp
Birmingham Family YMCA (400 E Lincoln Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, 248-644-9036, website)
When school is out, fun is in at the Y. When you sign up for spring break camp, you can trust that your child is in a safe, engaging environment while participating in enriching activities. School break camps are for children ages 5 to 12. Pre-registration required. Call 248-644-9036 for cost info and to register.
December 23, 26, 27, 30, January 2, 3 from 9a-3p each day (before & after care avail)
Birmingham Christmas Break Events – Robot Garage Holiday 1-Day Camps
Robot Garage (637 S Eton Road, Birmingham, MI 48009, 248-723-9100, therobotgarage.com)
One day camps for grades 1-3 or 4-6. Choose from Video Game Design, Robot Discovery, LEGO Masters. The day will be divided into age-appropriate sessions to include building and gaming. Campers bring lunch, water bottle, 2 snacks. Register here.
Bloomfield Hills Holiday Break Events
December 26, 27, 28, 29, January 2, 3, 4, & 5 from 11a-3p daily
Bloomfield Hills Christmas Break Events – Cranbrook Institute of Science Holiday Workshops
Cranbrook Institute of Science (39221 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303-0801, 1-877-462-7262 science.cranbrook.edu)
Engaging exhibits and interactive workshops that bring learning to life. This experience will feature – Biology: The study of life. Craft your own bean sprouting kit to grow and observe germination at home. Cosmology – The study of the Universe. Embark on a stellar journey through galaxies with the Acheson Planetarium. And more! FREE with daily admission. Hours / Admission costs.
Clarkston Christmas Break Events
December 30, 31, January 2, 3 from 9a-4p Daily
Clarkston Christmas Break Events – Holiday Break Camp
Bay Court Park / Brady Lodge (6970 Andersonville Road, Clarkston, MI 48346)
Independence Township Parks, Recreation & Seniors hosts an action packed, fun-filled week of activities for your camper and their friends. Each day we will be taking a different adventure. Field trips scheduled (subject to change) include Rolladium, Clarkston District Library NYE Party, MJR Theatre, Basketball America. Register here.. MORE INFO…
December 27, 30 January 2, 3 from 9a-4p (AM or PM Sessions Available)
Clarkston Christmas Break Events – Christmas Break Day Camps at Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center
Stars and Stripes Kids Activity Center (4630 White Lake Rd, Clarkston, MI 48346, 248-625-3547, starsandstripes-athletics.com)
The staff at Stars & Stripes CRAM Christmas break with all kinds of fun activities throughout the day like… inflatable bouncers, forts, arts & crafts, outside play time, snowman building, hide-n-seek in the dark, and so much more. Ages 5-12. Hosted by starsandstripes-athletics.com.
Commerce Holiday Break Fun for Kids
December 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 January 1, 2, 3, & 4
Commerce Twp Winter Break Fun – Winter Break at Urban Air Adventure Park Commerce Holiday Fun
Urban Air Commerce Twp (3010 Union Lake Rd, Commerce Charter Township, Michigan 48382, 248-619-6499, urbanair.com/michigan-commerce-twp/)
Go Kart’s and holiday break bouncing fun. Hours for Urban Air – Christmas Eve 10a-4p, 12/26 10a-8p, 12/27 & 12/28 10a-9p, 12/29 noo-8p, 12/30 10a-8p, 12/31 10a-6p, 1/1-1/2 10a-8p, 1/3-1/4 10a-9p. More info…
Detroit Holiday Break Events
Daily (CLOSED MONDAYS) through January 12, 2025 from 10a-4p
Detroit Christmas Break Events – Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family
Michigan Science Center (5020 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202, 313-577-8400, www.mi-sci.org)
This exhibit takes museum-goers deep into the world of the T Rex. You’ll see giant skeleton casts, life-size displays, real fossils, and state-of-the-art interactive stations, and full-sized T Rex cast skeleton. Hosted by www.mi-sci.org. REVIEW / PICS / MORE INFO
Daily through Christmas Break
Detroit Holiday Events – Ice Skating at Campus Martius Park
Campus Martius Park (800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan)
Enjoy the holiday lights at the world famous Campus Martius Park ice skating rink. Situated in the heart of Downtown Detroit on Woodward Avenue, the Rink offers one of the most beautiful skating experiences in the country. Tickets can be purchased on-site or by phone at 313-963-9393 (First-come, first-served). Hosted by the Downton Detroit Partnership. PRICES / HOURS / MORE INFO…
Flint Christmas Break Fun for Kids
December 24, 26, 27, 31 January 2, 3 (see below for show times)
Flint Christmas Break Events – Christmas Break Special Shows
Longway Planetarium (1310 E Kearsley St, Flint, Michigan 48503, 810-237-3400, sloanlongway.org)
Enjoy “Skies over Michigan” from 3p-3:45p daily, “Cosmic Christmas Light Show” from 4p-4:45p and 7p-7:45p daily. Buy tickets HERE.
Holly Christmas Break Events
December 27 through December 31 at 10a each day.
Holly Christmas Break Events – Thunderbolt Holiday Race Camp
Mt Holly Ski Resort (13536 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI 48442, skimtholly.com)
Whether you’re a serious racer or just ski for fun, this 5-day camp is your opportunity to enhance your skills with – Ski Improvement, Balance Development, Timed Runs & Race Day Prep, Tactics for Slalom and GS. Register here.
Macomb Holiday Break Events
December 21st 4p, 23rd 12:30p, 24th 10:45a, 26th 12:30p, 27th 12:30p, 28th 4p, 29th 12:45p, 30th noon, 31st 10:45a, January 4th 4p,
Macomb Christmas Break Events – Suburban Ice Macomb Holiday Open Skates
Suburban Ice Macomb (54755 Broughton Road, Macomb, MI 48042, 586-992-8600, suburbanicemacomb.com)
$6 admission for all ages. $5 skate rental is available. Hosted by Suburban Ice Macomb.
Novi Christmas Break Events
Friday, December 27 and Monday, December 30, 2024 from 9a-4p Each Day
Novi Christmas Break Events – Mad Science Holiday Break Camps
Mad Science Detroit (24371 Catherine Industrial Dr., Suite 207, Novi, MI 48375, 248-773-8570, detroit.madscience.org)
Holiday Break FUN for kids grades K-5 with a STEAM theme. Friday is Optic Wonders Camp & Monday is Mad Science Robot Invasion Camp. $85. Pre-registration required. Register here. Hosted by Mad Science Detroit.
December 23, 24, 26, 27, January 2, 23 from 8a-5p Daily
Novi Christmas Break Events – Holiday / Winter Break Camp
Lakeshore Park (601 S Lake Drive Novi, MI 48375)
Campers will spend the day playing games, making crafts, conducing science experiments, and more. You can sign up for 1 day… or all six. To register.
December 21st 11a, 22nd 3:15p, 23rd 12:30p, 26th 12:30p, 27th 12:30p, 28th 3:30p, 29th 11a, 30th 12:30p, 31st 10:30a, January 2nd noon, 3rd 12:15p, 4th 11a & 3:30p
Novi Christmas Break Events – Holiday Open Skates at Novi Ice Arena
Novi Ice Arena (42400 Nick Lidstrom Dr, Novi, MI 48375, 248-347-6166, www.noviicearena.com)
$10 admission. Skate rental available for $5. Hosted by the Novi Ice Arena.
Oakland Twp Holiday Break Fun
December 23, 24, 26, 27, 30, 31, January 1, & 2 from 10a-5p Sundays through Thursdays / 10a-9p on Fridays & Saturdays
Oakland Twp Weekend Events – Sledding at Lost Lake Nature Park
Lost Lake Nature Park (846 Lost Lake Trail Oakland, Michigan 48363, Sledding Hotline – 248-651-4440 ext 299)
Sledding at the BEST sled hill Oakland County. They even have a warming shelter on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Lost Lake features a smaller kiddie slope in addition to the HUGE main hill. Weather permitting. Call the hotline to check on conditions. Sledding at Lost Lake is FREE. Hosted by Oakland Twp Parks & Rec.
Oxford Christmas Break Events
December 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 January 1, 2, 3, & 4
Oxford Christmas Break Events – Winter Break at Urban Air Christmas Break Hours
Urban Air Oxford (925 N Lapeer Rd, Oxford Charter Township, MI 48371, UrbanAirOxford.com)
Go Kart’s and holiday break bouncing fun. Hours for Urban Air – Christmas Eve 10a-4p, 12/26 10a-8p, 12/27, 10a-9p, 12/29 11a-8p, 12/30 10a-8p, 12/31 10a-9p, 1/1-1/2 10a-8p, 1/3-1/4 10a-9p. Urban Air Oxford – Oakland County Moms Coupon – From now through 12/30/25 BUY ONE GET ONE HALF-OFF Ultimate & Platinum ticket packages for daily fun at Urban Air trampoline park. MORE INFO…
Rochester / Rochester Hills Holiday Break Events
December 20th 8:15p, 21st 7:15p, 22nd 2:15p, 23rd 8p, 26th 6:30p, 27th 8:15p, 28th 7p, 29th 2:15p, 30th 11:30a,
Rochester Christmas Break Events – Holiday Open Skates at Onyx Ice Arena
Suburban Ice Rochester (52999 Dequindre Road, Rochester, MI 48307, 248-601-6699, onyxicearena.com)
$10 admission. Skate rental is available for $5. Hosted by Suburban Ice Rochester / Onyx Ice Arena.
December 23 & December 30, 2024 from 10:15a-2:05p
Rochester Hills Christmas Break Events – Suburban Ice Learn to Skate Holiday Camp
Suburban Ice Rochester (52999 Dequindre Road, Rochester, MI 48307, 248-601-6699, onyxicearena.com)
Learn to ice with this fun camp. Includes off-ice fun & fitness, pizza lunches, open skate time and… of course… learning to skate with 40 minutes of professional instruction followed by plenty of time for practice and fun. Register today.
January 2 & January 3 from 9a-noon (Clay Art Camp) / January 2 & 3 from 9a-noon (Create Scents Camp)
Rochester Christmas Break Camps – RARA Holiday Art Camps
RARA Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (500 E 2nd Street, Rochester MI 48307, 248-656-8308)
2-Day art camps for ages 5-12.
CLAY ART CAMP – Be inspired by art created by Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edward Munch and Claes Oldenburg. We will recreate famous works of art like Monet’s Water Lilies, Munch’s The Scream, Oldenburg’s Spoonbridge and Cherry and many others, all in clay.
CREATE ‘N SNIFF CAMP – Experience the magical world of Create-N-Sniff, where art comes alive with the power of scent! Imagine creating a masterpiece that not only looks beautiful but smells incredible too. Visit www.rararecreation.org to register.
December 26 through January 2
Rochester Christmas Break Events – Glow Bowling and Open Bowling Specials
Avon North Hill Lanes (150 West Tienken Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48306, 248-651-8544, www.avonnorthhilllanes.com)
Open Bowling and Bumper Bowling are available every day throughout Holiday Break. Glow Bowling will be featured daily. Walk in or make reservations.
Royal Oak Christmas Break Events
December 21st 3p, 22nd noon, 23rd 10:45a, 24th 10:45a, 26th 5:15p, 28th 11a & 3p, 29th noon, 30th 5:30p, January 2nd 2:30p, 3rd 3p & 8:15p, 4th 3p
Royal Oak Christmas Break Events – Holiday Open Ice Skating at Royal Oak Ice Arena / John Lindell Ice Arena
John Lindell Ice Arena Royal Oak (1403 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak, MI 48073, 248-246-3950, www.royaloakicearena.com)
$5 admission. Skate rental is available for $5. Hosted by Royal Oak Ice Arena / John Lindell Ice Arena.
Friday, December 20, December 27, 2024 & Friday, January 3, 2025 from 10:30a-1p
Royal Oak Holiday Break Fun for Kids – Open Bounce at Inflatable Playspaces
Inflatable Playspaces (5160 Meijer Drive, Royal Oak, Michigan, 248-288-5888, www.inflatableplayspaces.com)
Inflatable Playspaces rents inflatables and backyard party games of every kind. They also have a great indoor bounce room & party room. On Fridays they open up their HUGE open bounce room for open jump for the low price of $9 per child (parents of children are FREE).
December 26, 27, 30, 31, January 2, 3 from 7a-6p Daily
Royal Oak Christmas Break Events – South Oakland YMCA Holiday Camp
South Oakland YMCA (1016 W Eleven Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067, 248-733-5609, website)
Enjoy sports, arts and crafts, swimming and more! Before and after available. Sign up for 1 day or the whole week. For ages 5-13. Pre-registration required. Call 248-733-5609 for cost info and to register.
Southfield Christmas Break Events
December 23, 26, 27, 30 & January 2, 3 from 9a-4p
Southfield Christmas Break Events – School Break Camps at Franklin Athletic Club
Franklin Athletic Club (29350 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48034,248-352-8000 ext 314, www.franklinclub.com)
Join FAC staff for an exciting day of crafts, games, group activities, gymnastics, basketball, Laser tag, swimming, nerf play, dance parties, races, and more.. For ages 3-12. Extended care and lunch options available. These camps are open to members & non-members. Please contact franklincamp@ffrc.net if you have any questions. Hosted by Franklin Athletic Club. MORE INFO…
Troy Holiday Break Events
Daily through Holiday Break
Troy Recreation Holiday Events – FREE Ice Skating at Stine Park in Troy
The Rink at Jeanne M Stine Community Park (241 Town Center, Troy, MI 48084, 248-524-3484)
Enjoy FREE ice skating at the Rink at Stine Park. Skate rental fees – $3 resident / $5 non-resident. Weather permitting. All ages. No registration required. Hosted by Troy Recreation. REVIEW / PICS / MORE INFO
23, 26, 27, 30 January 2 & 3 from 9a-4:30p each day
Troy Christmas Break Events – Troy Gym Holiday Break Camp
Troy Gymnastics (1600 W Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48084, 248-816 8496, www.troygymnastics.com)
Pack a lunch and a water bottle and spend Christmas break with fun activities at Troy Gymnastics. Before & after care available. Choose half-day or full-day. Register at www.troygym.com/camps
West Bloomfield Christmas Break Events
Thursday, December 26, 2024 from 1p-4p
West Bloomfield Christmas Break Events – Tie Die & Slime Party
Kid Create Studio (4297 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48323, 248-973-1723, kidcreate.com/bloomfield)
Vibrant colors and slime collide in a kaleidoscope of creativity! In this dynamic camp, kids embark on a colorful journey as they master the art of tie-dyeing. The excitement continues as they delve into the world of slime, concocting their own oozy, stretchy, and mesmerizing concoctions. Ages 6-12. $46. Pre-register here. Hosted by KidCreate Studios in West Bloomfield.
Friday, December 27, 2024 from 1p-4p
West Bloomfield Christmas Break Events – Spin Art Machine Workshop
Kid Create Studio (4297 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48323, 248-973-1723, kidcreate.com/bloomfield)
Children will explore the fascinating force of centrifugal force as they work as a team to construct a mini spin art machine. As they assemble the spin art contraption, they’ll experience firsthand how centrifugal force can create mesmerizing patterns and designs.. Ages 4-9. $46. Pre-register here. Hosted by KidCreate Studios in West Bloomfield.
Monday, December 30, 2024 from at 9a
West Bloomfield Christmas Break Events – Secret Agent Science Workshop
Kid Create Studio (4297 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48323, 248-973-1723, kidcreate.com/bloomfield)
Step into the world of secret agent science! Young scientists in this class will unravel espionage mysteries through fascinating experiments like creating invisible ink. Learn the science behind hidden messages, and more while honing your spy skills. Ages 4-9. $50. Pre-register here. Hosted by KidCreate Studios in West Bloomfield.
January 2 & January 3, 2025 from 9a-1p each day
West Bloomfield Christmas Break Events – LEDs, Circuits, & Connectivity Camp
Kid Create Studio (4297 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48323, 248-973-1723, kidcreate.com/bloomfield)
Dive into the world of circuits, conductivity, and LEDs as young scientists embark on a journey of discovery. In this electrifying camp, kids will craft their own light-up anglerfish and fireflies as they bring their creations to life with the magic of LEDs. Explore the captivating realm of electromagnets, learn the principles that power many everyday devices, and conduct hands-on experiments to unravel the mysteries of magnetism. Ages 6-12. $90. Pre-register here. Hosted by KidCreate Studios in West Bloomfield.
TBA / TBD for 2024 / 2025
January 3-5, from 8:45a-5p (extended care available)
Berkley Christmas Break Events – Christmas Vacation Camps
Berkley Parks and Recreation (2400 Robina, Berkley, MI, 248-658-3470, berkleymich.org)
Activities and field trips each day of camp. Campers need to bring a lunch. Open to residents and non-residents. Campers should dress for the weather. Preregistration required. Hosted by Berkley Parks and Recreation.
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