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 June 25, 26, 27, & 28, 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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Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 4:30p-8p
Oakland County Parks Weekend Events – Wheels & Squeals Touch a Truck
Waterford Oaks BMX Track (1702 Scott Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328)
Food trucks, music, kids activities, and Touch a Truck fun! This event is free and open to the public. Sensory Time / Quiet Zone (no sirens or horns) from 4:30p-5:30p. New this year is a “Give-it-a-Try” BMX Session. Experience the BMX track firsthand with bikes provided by Waterford Oaks BMX. To participate, guests must have long sleeves, long pants and closed-toe shoes. Contact 248-858-0916 for more information. Hosted by Oakland County Parks.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 Weekend Family Fun

Thursday, June 11 from 10a-noon (Also, June 25, 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, June 25, 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, June 28, 2026
Livonia Weekend Events – Livonia Spree
Livonia City Hall (33000 Civic Center Dr, Livonia, MI) & Ford Field Livonia (33841 Lyndon Livonia, MI 48154)
he 6-day celebration held at Ford Field includes live music, carnival midway, fireworks, a craft show, and more. Festival Admission is FREE. Fireworks Sunday. HOURS / FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS / MORE INFO…

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, June 25 / 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, June 25 through Sunday, June 28
Lake Orion Weekend Events – Lake Orion Lions Club Jubilee 2026
Wildwood Amphitheater (2700 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion, MI 48360)
The annual celebration features carnival midway rides and games, live entertainment, a beer tent and more. Schedule / Hours / More Info

Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 4:30p-8p
Waterford Weekend Events – Wheels & Squeals Touch a Truck
Waterford Oaks BMX Track (1702 Scott Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328)
Food trucks, music, kids activities, and Touch a Truck fun! This event is free and open to the public. Sensory Time / Quiet Zone (no sirens or horns) from 4:30p-5:30p. New this year is a “Give-it-a-Try” BMX Session. Experience the BMX track firsthand with bikes provided by Waterford Oaks BMX. To participate, guests must have long sleeves, long pants and closed-toe shoes. Contact 248-858-0916 for more information. Hosted by Oakland County Parks.

Wednesday, June 24 through Sunday, June 28, 2026
New Baltimore Weekend Events – Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival Carnival and Fireworks
Downtown New Baltimore
Enjoy a carnival midway, Thursday night fireworks, live music, celebrations throughout Downtown New Baltimore, and more at the only Fishfly Festival in the world. Hosted by www.bay-rama.com. MORE INFO / SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday, June 25, 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…

Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 7p-8p
Troy Recreation Weekend Events – The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
Troy Family Aquatic Center (3425 Civic Center Drive, Troy MI 48084, 248-524-3514)
Join Troy Recreation for a quick, free lesson and help break the last record set in 2014 with 36,564 participants in 22 countries. Pre-registration is required. Hosted by Troy Recreation. To Register.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 7p Fireworks at Dusk
Oakland County Fireworks / Farmington Hills Events – Farmington Hills USA 250th Anniversary Fireworks
Founders Sports Park (35500 8 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48335)
The fun starts at 7p with live music, friendly activities, food trucks, climbing tower, beer tent, and more. FREE to attend. Designated parking at Gill Elementary School, Power Middle School, & Founders Sports Park. With a large turnout expected, public safety officials urge attendees to plan ahead by carpooling, using drop‑off services or considering non‑motorized transportation. Early arrival is strongly encouraged. Hosted by the City of Farmington Hills. MORE INFO…

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Dusk
Wixom Weekend Events – Wixom Sibley Park Fireworks / Lite the Night Fireworks 
Sibley Park (48900 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI)
Fireworks are scheduled for dusk at Sibley Park and are annually held on the 4th Thursday of every June. For more info, call 248-624-2850. Hosted by the City of Wixom.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 9p-9:30p
Oakland County Fireworks / Royal Oak Weekend Events – Red Run Golf Course Fireworks
Red Run Golf Course (2036 Rochester Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48073)
Red Run Golf Course has their annual fireworks display annually on the last Thursday in June. This fireworks display is only for members of Red Run Golf Course. Hosted by Red Run Golf Course. For more info, call 248-548-7500.

Friday, June 26, 2026 Weekend Family Fun

Friday, June 26, 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, June 26, 2026 from 11a-1p
Farmington Hills Weekend Events – Oakland Community College / OCC Marvelous Manners Camp for Kids
Oakland County Community College / Orchard Ridge Campus (27055 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334)
Marvelous Manners Camp led by a certified etiquette trainer. This special class is designed to equip your child with essential social skills and modern manners that are crucial for building confident leaders. Through fun games, role-playing exercises and group activities, children will be introduced to concepts including growth mindset, confidence, respectful communication, being their best self and table manners. Ages 8-12. This course registration fee is $135. You can learn more and REGISTER HERE. Hosted by www.oaklandcc.edu

Daily from June 26 through July 19, 2026 Weekdays from 3p-9p / Weekends from 10a-9p
Novi Weekend Events – Royal Duck USA Michigan – Novi
Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk (44175 W 12 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48377, 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

Friday, June 26, 2026 from 4p-11p and Saturday, June 27, 2026 from ?? to 10:30p
Shelby Twp Weekend Events – Shelby Twp Summerfest
Shelby Twp Civic Center Campus (52700 Van Dyke, Shelby Twp, MI 48316)
FREE family fun includes a Touch a Truck, balloon artists, live entertainment, Kids Zone, Drone Show, petting zoo, and more. Hosted by the Shelby Twp DDA in conjunction with Shelby Twp Parks and Recreation. MORE INFO / SCHEDULE

June 26 (4p-9p), June 27 (11a-9p), and Sunday (11a-5p)
Canterbury Village Weekend Events – 250th Year Celebration
Canterbury Village (2359 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion, Michigan 48360, 248-391-5700, canterburyvillage.com)
Enjoy festival eats, BBQ, treats, live music, classic lawn games, vendors, contests, monster truck rides ($10), and more. FREE parking. $7 per person | FREE entry for children under 12. Hosted by www.canterburyvillage.com.

Friday, June, 25 and Saturday, June 26, 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, June 25 from 5p-8p, Saturday, June 26 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, June 26, 2026 from 6p-8:30p / Also
Birmingham Weekend Events – Robot Garage Kids’ Night Out – Minecraft Night
Robot Garage (637 S Eton Road, Birmingham, MI 48009, 248-723-9100, website)
Drop your kids grades 1-9 off for a fun filled night of pizza & Minecraft at Robot Garage in Birmingham. Pre registration required.

Friday, June 26, 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, June 26, 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, June 26, 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 Chicago White Sox. 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, June 26 FIREWORKS NIGHT, Saturday, June 27, 2026
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, June 26, 2026 from 9:30p-10:30p
Farmington Hills Weekend Events – Heritage Park Adults Only Night Hike
Heritage Park Nature Center (24915 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills, MI)
Explore Heritage Park after dark on this adults only guided night hike. $5 per person. Hosted by the Farmington Hills Special Services (Parks & Rec) Department. Pre-registration required. To register.

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 10p
Shelby Twp Weekend Events – Stony Creek Metropark Fireworks 2026
Stony Creek Metropark – (4300 Main Park Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48316, 586-781-4242, metroparks.com)
The Huron-Clinton Metroparks fireworks displays, bringing together so much fun and excitement. Tens of thousands of our neighbors gather together – over picnics and under the stars – to enjoy this celebration of our American Independence. And you can be part of it. Arrive early to attend the live entertainment until 9:15p. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 10p
Mt Clemens Weekend Events – Independence Day Celebration Fireworks / Riversight & Sound Concert + Fireworks
Clinton Riverfront Park (4125 Riverview Cir, Mt Clemens, MI 48043)
The fireworks will be launched at Dusk (approximately 10p) following a concert. Prime viewing is located throughout Downtown Mount Clemens near the Clinton River waterfront Downtown. NB Gratiot Ave, and the Crocker and Dickinson bridges are closed to vehicle traffic at approximately 7p. Parking is FREE in Downtown Mt Clemens lots after 6p. For more info, please call the Mt Clemens DDA at 586-469-4168. Hosted by the City of Mt Clemens.

Friday, June 26, 2026 at Dusk
Fireworks St Clair Shores Weekend Events – St Clair Shores Fireworks Extravaganza
Memorial Park (32400 Masonic, St Clair Shores, MI 48080)
Fireworks start at dusk! There is a cost per person (wristbands that are cheaper if you buy them in advance) if you wish to view them at Memorial Park. Pick up your wristbands and optional paid parking pass from the SCS Parks & Rec Office. Wristbands at the gate the day of the show $5. Parking passes are limited. Call 586-445-5350 for more info, admission info. (Rain Date is June 27, 2026). Parking $10 in advance. Wristbands $3 in advance residents / $5 in advance non-res. Hosted by the City of St Clair Shores Parks. MORE INFO…

Saturday, June 27, 2026 Weekend Events

Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 11a-10:30p
Clarkston Weekend Events – Independence Fest Clarkston
Clintonwood Park Clarkston (6000 Clarkston Road, Clarkson, MI 48348)
FREE spraypark, 30 minute FIREWORKS show, Veteran’s Celebration, kids games & fun, live music and much more. Independence Fest is back! Hosted by Independence Twp Parks & Rec. SCHEDULE / MORE INFO…

Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 6p-8:30p
Harrison Twp Weekend Events – Full Moon Hike
Lake St Clair Metropark – (31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Twp, MI 48045, 586-463-4581, metroparks.com)
Discuss the phases of the moon and the stories behind their names. Guided walk the trails in search of the sights, sounds and smells of nocturnal wildlife that call the park home. Ages 8+. $5 per child / $5 per adult. Pre-register required online or by calling 734-782-3956. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

Saturday, June 27 2026 from 8:30p-10p
Clarkston Weekend Events – Fluorescent Fun
Wint Nature Center / Independence Oaks County Park (9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, 248-625-6473)
Hunt for glowing fungi under UV flashlights during a hike to examine fluorescent rocks and understand what makes them illuminate during Fluorescent Fun. Discover why certain animals, plants, fungi and rocks glow in the dark. Ages 8+. $10. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or online. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 10p-10:30p
Milford Weekend Events – Kensington Metropark Fireworks 2026
Kensington Metropark – (4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI 48380, 810-227-8910, metroparks.com)
The annual fireworks display will start at 10:10p. The Huron-Clinton Metroparks fireworks festival, bringing together so much fun and excitement. Tens of thousands of our neighbors gather together – over picnics and under the stars – to enjoy this celebration of our American Independence. For questions please call 810-227-8910. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE.

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 10p
Clarkston Weekend Events – Independence Fest 2026 Fireworks
Clintonwood Park (6000 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48348)
Fireworks close out night one of Independence Fest at Clintonwood Park. Independence Fest features a Veterans celebration, food, craft show, live entertainment and so much more. Rain Date is 6/28/26. Hosted by Independence Township. More info/Schedule…

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 9:45p
Commerce Weekend Events – Commerce Lake Fireworks
North Commerce Lake / Commerce Twp MI
Fireworks launched from a barge on the north end of Commerce Lake. The show will go on rain or shine! In the event of severe weather – the rain date will be the following day. Hosted by the North Commerce Fireworks Committee.

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Dusk
White Lake Weekend Events – White Lake Citizens League Fireworks
White Lake
Annual Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Display on White Lake. Fireworks will be launched from 2 barges located near the southern end of White Lake. For more info, visit www.wlcl.org

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Dusk (event hours are from 5p-11p/fireworks at dusk)
Highland Weekend Events – Highland’s Red White & Blues Fireworks Festival
(305 N John Street, Highland, MI 48357)
Fireworks close out the 2026 Red White & Blues Fest which includes music, food vendors, kids, activities, and more. The rain date is ??. For more info, visit www.highlanddda.com

Sunday, June 28, 2026 Weekend Events

Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 1p-2p (Every Sunday in June)
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, June 28, 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…

Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 6p-10:30p
Madison Hts Weekend Events – Madison Hts Festival in the Park Fireworks
Civic Center Park (360 W 13 Mile Rd, Madison Hts, MI)
Civic Center Park in Madison Heights hosts fireworks, family fun for kids, live music and more. Fireworks start at 10p. Call 248-589-2294 for details. Hosted by the City of Madison Hts.

Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Dusk
Livonia Weekend Events – Livonia Spree Fireworks Extravaganza
Ford Field (33841 Lyndon, Livonia, MI 48154)
Fireworks close out the 6-day carnival festival. Sunday night will find the Spree grounds filled with people, and lawn chairs set up and picnics in progress along major Livonia streets. Hosted by the Livonia Spree Festival. MORE INFO…

Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Dusk
New Boston Weekend Events – Willow Metropark Fireworks 
Willow Metropark (23200 S Huron Rd, New Boston, MI 48164)
Willow Metropark hosts its annual fireworks show. Display will begin at dusk. Plan to arrive early for these popular fireworks events. This is a FREE event. Enjoy the park trails, playground, and live entertainment provided by the American Ages Band prior to the fireworks. Enjoy the park trails, playground, and live entertainment provided by the American Ages Band prior to the fireworks. A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark. You can purchase an annual pass HERE. If you have questions, please call 734-697-9181.

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.