Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2026

Weekend Events Metro Detroit 2026 – Fun things to do in Metro Detroit & Oakland County this weekend. Family fun events & activities July 9, 10, 11, & 12, 2026

There are plenty of fun things to do in and around Metro Detroit this weekend. This list will try to highlight some of the weekend events Metro Detroit – big and small – for kids and families. We’re going to be using this Weekend Events Metro Detroit article ALL YEAR to post events and activities that are either FREE, or at least family affordable. Check back often for more Michigan SUMMER fun things to do this weekend

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Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 19
Davisburg Weekend Events – 2026 Oakland County Fair
Springfield Oaks County Park (12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI)
Enjoy Opening Night fireworks, a huge carnival midway, concerts, races, farm exhibits, and arena events at the 2026 Oakland County Fair hosted by www.oakfair.org & Oakland County Parks and Recreation. MORE INFO / SCHEDULE…

Thursday, July 9, 2026 Weekend Family Fun

Thursday, July 9 from 10a-noon (Also, July 9, July 23, August 13, August 27)
Village of Rochester Hills Events – Bugs on Wheels Thursdays
The Village of Rochester Hills / Festival Park (104 S Adams Rd, Rochester, MI 48309)
Educational fun with Nadia The Bug Lady on Thursdays at the Village. Learn about harmless, fascinating bugs and insects in an entertaining way. Weather permitting. Hosted by TheVofRH.

Thursdays from 10a-8p / Fridays Saturdays & Sundays from 10a-5p
Bloomfield Hills Weekend Events – Cranbrook Mini Golf
Cranbrook Art Museum (39221 Woodward Ave Box 801, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303, 248-645-3323, cranbrookartmuseum.org)
10-hole mini golf fun at cranbrookartmuseum.org this summer. Each playable hole is a work of art – literally. $15 Adults / $8 Children Under 12. Pre-registration required at this LINK. Use THIS LINK and the Coupon Code OCMOMS for a 20% discount! CRANBROOK MINI GOLF REVIEW / COUPON / PICS / MORE INFO

Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 10:30a-11:30a
Clarkston Weekend Events – Early Childhood Hour Out (ECHO)
Wint Nature Center (9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, 248-625-6473)
Parents, grandparents, nannies and caregivers: Bring your little ones to Wint Nature Center for a caregiver-guided hour of activities, fun and friendship with local families on Thursdays. Participate in a caregiver-led activity provided by nature center staff. Enjoy coffee, tea and conversation with other caregivers. Strengthen community connections –conversation for adults; social interaction for babies, toddlers and young children. Optional activities may take place outside, dress for the weather. This program is free and no preregistration is necessary, although park entry fee applies for those without a vehicle permit. Caregivers must supervise children at all times. Siblings are welcome. Call 248-625-6473 for more information. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Daily through Sunday, September 13, 2026
Flint Weekend Events – The Lost World of Dragons at the Sloan Museum of Discovery
Sloan Museum of Discovery (1221 E Kearsley St, Flint, Michigan 48503, 810-237-3450, sloanlongway.org/sloan)
The Lost World of Dragons includes multiple interactives, a scavenger hunt, a VR dragon flight experience, and animatronic dragons. It is designed to engage all ages. You can purchase tickets HERE. REVIEW / PICS / HOURS / INFO…

Thursday, July 9 / Thursdays through August 13
Troy Weekend Events – Theme Thursdays at T-FAC
Troy Family Aquatic Center (3425 Civic Center Drive, Troy MI 48084, 248-524-3514)
FREE themed-activities you can take part in every Thursday at T-FAC FREE with paid admission – June 11 – Outdoor Adventure Day, June 18 – Superhero Day, June 25- Water Safety Day, July 2 – Elements Day, July 9 – Shark Day, July 16 – Carnival Day, July 23 – Winter Wonderland Day, July 30 – Outer Space Day, August 6 – Rubber Duck Day, August 13 – Summer Luau. Hosted by Troy Recreation. TROY FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER INFO.

Thursday, July 9 through Saturday, July 11 from 10a-7p each day
Milford Weekend Events – Downtown Milford Sidewalk Sales
Downtown Milford
Visitors will find deals from favorite downtown businesses and be able to shop up to 75% off local products, including clothing, accessories, art, home furnishing, and more. This is a FREE event to attend. Be sure to stop by the Milford Farmers’ Market on Thursday afternoon from 3p-7p. Hosted by meetmeinmilford.com

Daily through August 30, 2026 Mondays through Thursdays from 3p-9p / Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays from 10a-9p
Troy Weekend Events – Royal Duck USA Troy 
Oakland Mall (412 W 14 Mile Rd, Troy, MI 48083, www.royalduckusa.com)
The “World’s Largest & Tallest Bouncehouse” travelling pop-up bounce park offers big fun, giant bounce castles, fun music, awesome photo opps and excitement! Purchase tickets here. USE OCM COUPON CODE OCM10 TO RECEIVE 10% ADMISSION. MORE INFO / REVIEW / PICS

Thursday, July 9 through Sunday, July 12
Woodhaven Weekend Events – Uncle Sam Jam 
Woodhaven Civic Center Park (23101 Hall Rd, Woodhaven, MI 48183)
The 4-day annual festival features a carnival midway, live entertainment, fireworks on Friday night, and much more. Hosted by funfestevents.net. MORE INFO / SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 6:30p-8:30p
Rochester Weekend Events – Bites & Beats by Paint Creek Summer Concerts
Rochester Lions Park NEAR Rochester Mills Beer Co (400 Water St, Rochester, MI 48307)
Live music, food, adult beverages, yard games, giveaways, and more. Bring your blankets & lawn chairs. This is a FREE event. Hosted by RARA Recreation. MORE INFO / CONCERT LISTINGS

Thursday, July 9 at 6:30p / Movie at Dusk
Northville Weekend Events – Movie at Ford Field / Northville FREE Outdoor Movie Nights / Movie in the Parks
The Recreation Center Hillside (775 N Center St Suite B, Northville, MI 48167)
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and snacks and enjoy movies under the stars. 7p for pre-movie kids entertainment and food trucks. Movie follows at DUSK. Northville Movies in the Park is hosted by Northville Parks and Rec. MORE INFO / MOVIE INFO

Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 7p-9:30p
Meadow Brook Hall Weekend Events – Meadow Brook Hall Summer Concerts Series
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
The series features local musicians performing at Meadow Brook Hall and gardens on select summer evenings. Concert evenings include – light hors d’ oeuvres, and a self-guided main floor tour of the luxurious Meadow Brook Hall. Tickets are on sale now for these concerts for $40 each. Purchase them today by calling 248-364-6252 or More Info / Book Tickets. REVIEW / MORE INFO / CONCERT LINEUP

Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 7p-9p (Thursdays through August 20)
Wixom Weekend Events – Wixom Summer Concert Series PLUS Wixom Summer Family Fun Days
Sibley Park (48900 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI)
Wixom Parks and Recreation will be hosting free summer concerts at Sibley Park in Downtown Wixom on Thursdays from 7p-9p that coincide with the Wixom Summer Family Fun Days events from 6p-7:30p. CONCERT SCHEDULE… SUMMER FAMILY FUN DAYS SCHEDULE…

Friday, July 10, 2026 Weekend Family Fun

Friday, July 10, 2026 from 10:30a-11:30a
Madison Hts Weekend Events – Morning Munchkins
Red Oaks Nature Center  (30300 Hales Street, Madison Hts, MI 48071, 248-585-0100)
An exciting series just for preschoolers ages 3-6. Bring your munchkin to the nature center for a favorite story and a related hands-on, nature-based activity. A new theme / story each month. $5 per person. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-585-0100 during nature center hours or register online. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Friday, July 10, 2026 from 10:30a-1p
Royal Oak Weekend Events – 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 re FREE).

Friday, July 10, 2026 from 10:30a-11:30a
Clarkston Weekend Events – Puddle Jumpers Preschool Program
Wint Nature Center / Independence Oaks County Park (9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, 248-625-6473)
Children ages 3-6 can enjoy some nature fun as they increase their love of the outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and a related hands-on activity. Each child will make a craft to take home. $5. No Fee for Adults. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or online. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 19
Davisburg Weekend Events – 2026 Oakland County Fair
Springfield Oaks County Park (12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI)
Enjoy Opening Night fireworks, a huge carnival midway, concerts, races, farm exhibits, and arena events at the 2026 Oakland County Fair hosted by www.oakfair.org & Oakland County Parks and Recreation. MORE INFO / SCHEDULE…

Friday, July 10, 2026 from 2p-8p
Village of Rochester Hills Weekend Events – Food Truck Friday at the Village of Rochester Hills
The Village of Rochester Hills (104 S Adams Rd, Rochester, MI 48309)
Enjoy Gambino’s Wood Fire Pizza Truck on Friday July 10. They will be on-site with delicious pizza, garlic cheese bread, and chocolate chip cookies for shoppers and UC3 Trio concert goers. This is a FREE event to attend. Hosted by TheVofRH.

Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 5p-8p
Village of Rochester Hills Events – FREE Summer Concerts at the Village of Rochester Hills
The Village of Rochester Hills / Festival Park (104 S Adams Rd, Rochester, MI 48309)
Enjoy a Village of Rochester Hills Summer concerts for FREE this weekend. Grab a chair or a blanket and meet up at Festival Park at the VoRh each weekend all summer long. Some evenings have food trucks plus FREE family fun too. Hosted by TheVofRH. TIMES / SCHEDULE / ARTISTS

Friday, July 10 from 5p-8p, Saturday, July 11 from 5p-8p
Clinton Twp Weekend Events – Mall at Partridge Creek Summer Concerts
The Mall at Partridge Creek (17420 Hall Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038, shoppartridgecreek.com)
FREE Summer concerts at Partridge Creek on weekends all summer long. Enjoy a different act each concert – Rock, pop, blues, hip-hop, variety, tribute acts, jazz, and more! Subject to Change. Weather Permitting. Check their facebook page for updates. Hosted by shoppartridgecreek.com. MORE INFO / CONCERT LINEUP

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 6:30p – 9p
Birmingham Weekend Events –  Birmingham Movie Nights at Booth Park
Booth Park (Harmon and North Old Woodward, Birmingham, MI, 48009)
Hosted by the Birmingham Shopping District. Pre-show entertainment at 6:30p, movie starts at 7:30p. The outdoor movies begin at 7:30p. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and don’t forget the popcorn. MOVIE INFO / SCHEDULE…

Friday, July 10, 2026 from 7p-9p (Fridays through 7/31)
Milford Weekend Events – Milford Friday Nights @ The Fountain Concerts Series
Center Street Park Milford (Main Street in Downtown Milford)
Hosted by the Milford DDA. MORE INFO / CONCERT SCHEDULE.

Friday, July 10, 2026 and Saturday, June 27, 2026 7p
Northville Weekend Events – Northville Summer Concert Series
Northville Town Square / Downtown Northville
The Northville concerts will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings from June through September. Fridays are acoustic concerts, Saturdays are plugged in. Hosted by the Downtown Northville DDA. CONCERT SCHEDULE

Friday, July 10 2026 from 7p-9p
Shelby Twp Weekend Events – Stony Creek Voyager Canoe
Stony Creek Metropark – (4300 Main Park Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48316, 586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
Travel back in time 300 years to the days of the fur trade on the 34-foot Voyageur canoe. Staff will guide you through the life of a Voyageur as you paddle the great canoe along the lakeshore. Learn how trade affected our history, enjoying seeing wildlife, and get a little exercise during this evening program. Program is weather and wind dependent. Ages 7+. $5 per child / $5 per adult. Pre-registration is required online or by calling 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

Friday, July 10, 2026 from 7p-9p (Fridays through August 28)
Detroit Weekend Events – Movie Nights in the D
Campus Martius Park (800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226)
Enjoy award-winning films on the big screen at Campus Martius Park during the DDP’s free outdoor movie series. Bring your own chair or blanket for a relaxing summer evening set in the heart of the city. Popcorn is available for purchase. For more info visit downtowndetroitparks.com. MORE INFO / MOVIE INFO

Friday, July 10, 2026 After Detroit Tigers Baseball
Detroit Weekend Events – Comerica Park Fireworks
Comerica Park (2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201)
Fireworks to start immediately following the game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Tickets for Detroit Tigers Fireworks Nights (and all other games this season) can be purchased at DetroitTigers.com / Single Game Tickets for individual games.

Friday, July 10 at 7p
Utica Weekend Events – USPBL Baseball at UWM Field
UWM Field (7171 Auburn Rd, Utica, MI 48317, 248-601-2400, uspbl.com)
Affordable family fun at the ballpark! Awesome ticket specials and FUN promotions ALL SUMMER LONG. This weekend’s events include – fireworks, live DJ, and more! Details… SAVE $4 PER TICKET BY USING OUR OCM DISCOUNT COUPON CODE – More info…

Friday, July 10, 2026 at dusk
Davisburg Weekend Events – Oakland County Fair Fireworks 2026
Springifeld Oaks County Park (12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI)
Oakland County Parks hosts fireworks at the Oakland County Fair following an 8p Figure 8 Race at the Fair’s grandstand. Entry fees are $15/vehicle or $10/motorcycles and walk-ins. For more info, call 888-OCPARKS or visit the Fair website. OAKLAND COUNTY FAIR PREVIEW…

Friday, July 10, 2026 at Dusk
Woodhaven Weekend Events – Uncle Sam Jam Fireworks 
Civic Center Park (23101 Hall Rd, Woodhaven, MI 48183)
Uncle Sam Jam is a 4-day Downriver Festival featuring a carnival, concerts, and much more! Fireworks on Friday! Uncle Sam Jam website. Festival begins July 9 and runs through Sunday, July 12. For more info, visit unclesamjamfest.com. MORE INFO / EVENTS SCHEDULE…

Saturday, July 11, 2026 Weekend Events

Saturday, July 11, 2026 ALL DAY
Metro Detroit Weekend Events – FREE Slurpee Day at 7-11
Participating Metro Detroit 7-11 Stores
Celebrate Slurpee’s 60TH BIRTHDAY Celebration with a FREE 12-oz Slurpee on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Slurpee fans are invited to sample the NEW Mountain Dew Confetti Chill Slurpee – a refreshing pineapple berry slurpee.. MORE INFO…

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10a
West Bloomfield Weekend Events – Hydrangeas Seminar
English Gardens West Bloomfield (6370 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Twp, MI 48322)
How to grow stunning hydrangeas. Learn about the types, how to prune, bloom color changes, and how to avoid hydrangeas pitfalls. This is a FREE event. Hosted by englishgardens.com.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 & Sunday, July 12, 2026 from 11a-7p Each Day
Canterbury Village Weekend Events – Hippie Fest
Canterbury Village (2359 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion, Michigan 48360, 248-391-5700, canterburyvillage.com)
Celebrating Peace, Love and All things groovy. Guests can stroll through the shops and outdoor vendors selling themed items and unique jewelry, clothing, arts, and crafts. The weekend will feature live music, shopping, tarot readers, and more. Tickets are $15 for adults and $15 for kids. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 11a-3p
Troy Weekend Events – Troy Midsummer Bash
The Rink at Jeanne M Stine Community Park (241 Town Center, Troy, MI 48084, 248-524-3484)
Troy Family Aquatic Center (3425 Civic Center Drive, Troy MI 48084, 248-524-3514)
Troy Fire Department (1019 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083)
Enjoy bouncehouses, climbing towers, live entertainment, pedal car race, and more for FREE at Stine Community Park. Enjoy half-off fitness passes, open gym, arts & crafts, and more for FREE at TFAC & Stine Park. Touch-A-Truck at Stine Park. Enjoy a live DJ and half-off admission for Glow Night at the Troy Family Aquatic Center from 7p-10p. Hosted by Troy Recreation.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 6p-8:30p
Birmingham Weekend Events – Robot Garage Kids’ Night Out 
Robot Garage (637 S Eton Road, Birmingham, MI 48009, 248-723-9100, website)
Drop your kids grades K-6 off for a fun filled night of Lego and robots (and pizza) at Robot Garage in Birmingham. Pre registration required.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 and Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 7p (each night)
Clarkston Weekend Events – Luke Bryan at Pine Knob
Pine Knob Music Theatre (33 Bob Seger Dr, City of the Village of Clarkston, MI‎)
Catch Luke Bryan at Pine Knob this weekend on his Luke Bryan Word on the Street Tour. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at THIS LINK and Pine Knob box offices and Ticketmaster.com.

Sunday, July 12, 2026 Weekend Events

Sunday, July 12, 2026 from 1p-2p (Every Sunday in July)
Shelby Twp Weekend Events – Feeding Time in the Nature Center
Stony Creek Metropark – (4300 Main Park Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48316, 586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
It’s feeding time for nature center animals. Talk with an interpreter about the animals and learn what is on the lunch menu that day. Enjoy a relaxed time in the center, learning about the animals, visiting the exhibits, and hiking the trails. All ages. Free Event. No pre-registration required. For more info, call 586-781-9113. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

Sunday, July 12, 2026 from 6:30p-9p
Lake St Clair Weekend Events – Metroparks Free Summer Concerts
Lake St Clair Metropark – (31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Twp, MI 48045, 586-463-4581, metroparks.com)
Spend your Sunday evening at Lake St. Clair Metropark enjoying music from different metro Detroit bands. Each Sunday evening, in the summer, the Thomas Welsh Activity Center becomes a concert venue. From rock to country to R&B and oldies, there is a concert for everyone. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE. More Info / Concert Schedule…

This Weekend Events / Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not endorse these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or being altered without notice or cancellations.