November 1, 2016
Pumpkin Roll-Down!
Get those pumpkins laying around after Halloween and bring them to the Sledding Hill in Clinton township. This 25 foot hill will be the perfect place for the entire family to roll pumpkins down and get a chance at winning some cool prizes. Even if you don’t win a prize you can enjoy free cider and donuts, watch pumpkins smash and dash down our hill! This will be held every year, at 6:00 pm the day after Halloween!
Location :: Clinton Township Parks and Recreation Sledding Hill, 40700 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Township
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free
November 2, 2016
The 3rd Annual Greater Detroit Shwarmafest
Our featured food vendors will include Byblo’s Cafe, La Feast Restaurant, the Shawarma Grill, Mito’s Turkish Doner and the Pita Post Food Truck.
The 3rd Annual Greater Detroit ShawarmaFest will feature:
• Amazing food from 6 different restaurants and food trucks
• A juried “Best of Metro Detroit” competition for shawarma, falafel and hummus
• DJ entertainment
• Local business and craft vendors
• Children’s activities
Location :: Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 6:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Cost :: Adults advance tickets/$10, At the door/$12, 12 and under attend free. For each paid admission, you’ll receive $5.00 in food vouchers redeemable at any of our participating food vendors the evening of the event.
November 3, 2016
Mini Picassos Toddler ART Party
We will be making fun and exciting crafts geared towards your little ones!
18 month-4 years old! Sign up by messaging-
Name, age, contact number & email! Payment due at sign up!
Location :: Mini Picassos 20801 Lennon, Harper Woods
Time :: 10:00- 11:30 a.m.
Cost :: $15/child
November 4, 2016
Costco Mom Hour
Mom Hour – the holiday shopping event of the season is fast-approaching and will be even more exciting and enticing than last year. Have you ever wished Costco opened a bit earlier? Best of all, Mom Hour is for YOU and all your friends (and kids) to shop together. The more the merrier! Enjoy swag, snacks, samples and giveaways with other Detroit moms!
Locations :: Bloomfield Costco, 2343 S. Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield, 48302
Shelby Twp. Costco, 45460 Market St., Shelby Twp., 48315
Roseville Costco, 27118 Gratiot, Roseville, 48066
Pittsfield Costco, 771 Airport Blvd., Pittsfield, 48108
Time :: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Cost :: FREE! Register now!
Friends of the Ferndale Library Used Book Sale
Books, CDs, and DVDs. Most items are under $1.00 All proceeds will be used to purchase books and DVDs for our Health and Wellness collection.
The Friends of the Ferndale Library will make a matching donation for the total sales.
Location :: Ferndale District Public Library Community Room, 222 E. 9 Mile Rd., Ferndale
Time :: 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free entry
November 5, 2016
The Great Pumpkin Roll
Bring your old Jack-O-Lantern to Mill Pond Park for a little fall fun. You’ll race your pumpkin against others in this 11th annual competition. Winners will get a fun mystery prize and everyone will enjoy hot cider, donuts and some laughs! The event sponsor, Waste Management will have an antique truck on site for the kids to see. Make sure you bring your camera! No need to preregister.
Location :: Mill Pond Park, W. Bennett St., Saline, 48176
Time :: 9:00 a.m.
Cost :: Free
The Great Big Aweeesome Toy Fest Event
At participating Toys “R” Us stores nationwide!! The Great Big Toys”R”Us Book of Awwwesome comes to life with toy demos, make & take activities, raffles, giveaways, PLUS, a special visit from Geoffrey! So bring your camera and your holiday spirit, and let the wishing begin!
Location :: At participating Toys “R” Us stores nationwide! Call your local store for details.
Time : 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Cost :: Entry is free
Divine Child Holiday Boutique
Come and get some early Christmas shopping done! So many great vendors! See you there!! Free raffle ticket with every admission! No strollers please.
Location :: Divine Child Elementary School, 25001 Herbert Weier Dr., Dearborn
Time :: 9:00 am.-4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3 admission. Children 12 and under are free
Friends of the Ferndale Public Library Used Book Sale
Books, CDs, and DVDs. Most items are under $1.00 All proceeds will be used to purchase books and DVDs for our Health and Wellness collection.
The Friends of the Ferndale Library will make a matching donation for the total sales.
Location :: Ferndale District Public Library Community Room, 222 E. 9 Mile Rd., Ferndale
Time :: 12:00 -5:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free entry
Turkey Trot
Join the Livonia Parks and Recreation Department as we walk/run to help the less fortunate. Profits and can-food donations will be given to the Livonia Goodfellows organization, which provide families in need in Livonia with a Christmas dinner. After the run/walk there will be a food truck rally!
Location :: Bicentennial Park, 7 Mile Rd and Wayne Rd., Livonia
Time :: 8:30 a.m.
Cost :: $15/person and don’t forget canned food donations!
November 6, 2016
Mom-son Fun Day presented by Free Star Financial Credit Union
Join us for an afternoon full of fun at The NEW Rink! We will have a pizza buffet, mom-son dodgeball, backyard games, bounce houses, skating, photo-ops and more! Pre-registration is required – register NOW spots will fill up fast! Call the office for more information 586-286-9336
Location :: The NEW Rink, 50625 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Charter Township
Time :: 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: Residents/ $19.00 Non-residents/$24.50 Pre-registration is required!
November 9, 2016
Food Truck Rally at the Royal Oak Farmers Market
A collection of Michigan’s finest food trucks come together at the Royal Oak Farmers Market every 2nd Wednesday of each month. Enjoy great food, live music, and more entertainment.
Location :: Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free entry
November 10-13. 2016
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus presents Circus XTREME
It’s time for your family to be amazed by all the X-TRAORDINARY things you know and love about America’s favorite live family entertainment experience. Be astonished by UN-XPECTED circus spectacles you’ve never seen before and that can’t be seen anywhere else but at The Greatest Show On Earth®. Get ready for an X-HILARATING adventure with X-TRAORDINARY circus artists and magnificent X-OTIC animals, like our big cats! It’s time to awaken the spirit of Children Of All Ages and stir the imagination of your family!
Location :: The Palace of Auburn Hills, 6 Championship Dr., Auburn Hills, 48236
Time :: Check website for specific timesCost :: Tickets start at $10, check website for further details
November 11, 2016
Storytime Yoga with Born Yoga
Join owner of Born Yoga, Ashley Goldberg, for this fun and unique approach to storytime with yoga poses, puppets, and songs. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Registration required.
Location :: Baldwin Public Library, 300 W. Merrill, Birmingham, 48009
Time :: 10:00 a.m.
Cost :: Free – Registration Required
Ford Free Fun Day
The Michigan Science Center will host a free event in honor of Veterans Day. All guests, including veterans and their families will receive free general admission. An all access pass, which includes the creatures of light exhibit and IMAX will be available for an additional $10 per person. Pre-registration is required!
Location :: The Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R. Rd., Detroit
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free! Visit the website for exlusions
November 12, 2016
Talkin’ Turkey
November is the month to think turkey! Join us for a “turkey talk” and learn interesting facts to impress family and friends. Make a turkey-themed craft and enjoy a guided hike.
Location :: Wint Nature Center, 9501 Sashabaw Rd., Clarkston
Time :: 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Cost :: $4/person
Mustache Dache
The Mustache Dache® is the nation’s premier mustache-themed running race series! Men, women and children are all invited to embrace their inner Mario or Luigi and participate in this slightly irreverent 5K event. Taking place in or around the month of November, the national series helps The Movember Foundation, a global charity committed to men living happier, healthier, longer lives. All participants receive a t-shirt and mustache finisher’s medal, plus access to the post-race festivities, with photo booth, costume contest, food, and plenty more.
Location :: Atwater Brewery, 237 Jos. Campau St., Detroit
Time :: Race start time is 10:00 a.m.
Cost ::$20-40
23rd Annual Fall/Holiday Craft Show
The Chippewa Valley High School Band Boosters will host this event. No strollers allowed per fire marshal!
Location :: Chippewa Valley High School, 18300 19 Mile Rd, Clinton Township
Time : 8:30-4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $2 admission
8th Annual Warren Mott Band Craft Show
THIS IS A MUST SEE SHOW! Great for holiday shopping and finding unique gifts for everyone on your list. Everything from home decor, baby items, special soaps, candles, holiday decor, clothing, art, photography, coasters, speciality treats, food, hats, scarfs, gloves, jewelry, skin care, cosmetics, lotions, nail products, books, candy, pillows, glass, cooking, kitchen items, pet items, dog treats, health and beauty, purses, shoes, bags,oils, ornaments, wreaths, paper crafts, speciality cards, garden, spices, decals, quilts, handcrafted wood, engraved items, crochette, knitting, even sports cards, along with all your favorite vendor products and many many new ones.
Location :: Warren Mott High School, 3131 12 Mile. Rd., Warren
Time :: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $1 admission
Christmas in Clawson Craft Show 2016
Crafts and other vendors, great food, raffles, bake sales with profits benefiting Clawson Public Schools PTA and PTO groups.
Location :: Clawson High School, 101 John M St., Clawson
Time :: 9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 Children under 13 are free
November 12-13
Paw Patrol LIVE: Race to the Rescue
Featuring a cast of everybody’s favorite PAW Patrol characters and presented by VStar Entertainment Group and Nickelodeon, PAW Patrol Live! “Race to the Rescue” shows that “no job is too big, no pup is too small,” and shares lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving as the characters each use their unique skills and teamwork.
Location :: The Fox Theater, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit
Time :: Showtimes vary. See website in link for details.
Cost :: $18.00 – $55.00
November 14, 2016
Crossroads Village 10th Annual Ladies Night Out
Grab your favorite shopping buddies and start the
holiday season together in the festive quaint glow of
Crossroads Village. Ladies Night Out is a special one
night only event you’re sure to love – and not soon to
forget. Enjoy shopping, crafts, demonstrations, holiday
lights, vintage rides and more. Annual pass holders get in free.
Location :: 6140 Bray Rd., Flint
Time :: 4:00-9:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5/person
November 15, 2016
Lightfest 8K Run/Walk
Enjoy a breathtaking walk/run through the Midwest’s longest drive through holiday light display! See flyer for details on event check-in and starting location.
Location :: Merriman Hollow Park, Enter Hines Dr of Merriman between Ann Arbor Trail and Warren Ave., Westland
Time :: 7:00 p.m. Check-in begins at 5:30 and ends at 6:45 p.m. See flyer for details
Cost :: See flyer for details
LEGO Remote Control Workshop
What’s better than building your own LEGO dragster? How about building and customizing your own Remote Controlled LEGO dragster! Making it move is the name of the game at our Remote Control LEGO Event. Kids will use motors, batteries and Technic kits to create their own moving dragsters! After the building there will be tons of fun with racing and other driving challenges too! On top of that, all RC kids will get one free Build Your Own Minifigure card to use on their next visit to the store! Awesomeness! Cost is $24 per student. Call 586 580-3180 to register or you can sign up in store.
Location :: Bricks and Minifigs of Macomb Township, 47182 Hayes Rd., Macomb
Time :: 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Cost :: $24/student
November 15-20, 2016
Elf the Musical (Touring)
Elf is a musical based on the motion picture of the same name.
Location :: The Fox Theater, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit
Time :: Showtimes vary. See website in link for details.Cost :: $31.50-$61.50, see website in link for details.
November 16, 2016
Bike Through the Lights
Time :: 7:00 p.m. Check-in begins at 5:30 and ends at 6:45. See flyer for details
Cost :: See flyer for details
Paddington the movie at Grosse Pointe Woods Central Library
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free – but registration is required! Call (313) 343-2074
November 18, 2016
Lighted Christmas Parade
Time : 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free
Santa’s Lighted Parade
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free
Holiday Lighted Parade and Community Tree Lighting ceremony
The parade will be first andwill be followed by the official lighting of the tree and a chance to talk with Santa. Local churches will have hot chocolate and a family photo station available for parade goers.
Time :: Parade starts at 6:30 p.m.
November 19, 2016
Wyandotte Christmas Parade
3rd Annual MomShops Black Saturday Sale
Time :: Early bird 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m., Regular hours 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: See site for details
November 20, 2016
Lunch with Elsa & Anna
Come enjoy singing, dancing, lunch and story time with Elsa & Anna!
Location :: Kings Court Castle Restaurant and Banquet Center, 2325 Joslyn Rd., Lake Orion
Time :: 12:00- 2:00 p.m.
Cost :: $20/person, 2 and under FREE!
November 20-27
Festival of Trees
The event is a public display of professionally designed 5-foot and 7-foot Christmas trees, tabletop trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses and other gifts that are sold to raise funds for Children’s Hospital of Michigan pediatric research. A festive gift shop and a train display by Glancy Trains Modular Railroad Club round out the fun.
Location :: Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave., Dearborn
Time :: See website for details about each day’s schedule
Cost :: $5.00 for adults, Children ages 3-16 are $3.00 and Children under 2 are free
November 23, 2016
Gobble Up Science at Cranbrook
Prepare to feast on a smorgasbord of science! Examine fossilized dung and discover where it’s found and what can be gleaned from it, learn the difference between how a carnivore, herbivore, and omnivore use their teeth, and design and build a way to transport your Thanksgiving dinner to your table, and much more!
Location :: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Time :: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $9.50-$13.00 includes admission to entire museum, Children under 2 are free
November 24, 2016
The 90th America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Art Van in Detroit
The iconic parade will feature celebrities, new floats designed and built by The Parade Company, larger-than-life balloons, marching bands and specialty groups like the Distinguished Clown Corps and Big Head Corps. A Detroit classic!
Location :: Downtown Detroit, Woodward Ave., between Kirby Street and Congress Street
Time :: 9:00 a.m.
Cost :: Free to stand along the parade route
Oakland County Parks Free Parks Access Day
Visitors can enjoy free daily park entry with access to natural areas, trails, dog parks and all park amenities. Park hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, or as posted at the park.
Location :: Addison Oaks Park, Highland Oaks, Independence Oaks Park, Lyon Oaks Park, Lyon Oaks Dog Park, Orion Oaks Park, Orion Oaks Dog Park, Red Oaks Dog Park, Rose Oaks. SEE PARKS WEBSITE FOR DETAILS.
Time :: See website above for details and park hours
Cost :: Free
November 25, 2016
Gobble Up Science at Cranbrook
Prepare to feast on a smorgasbord of science! Examine fossilized dung and discover where it’s found and what can be gleaned from it, learn the difference between how a carnivore, herbivore, and omnivore use their teeth, and design and build a way to transport your Thanksgiving dinner to your table, and much more!
Location :: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Time :: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $9.50-$13.00 includes admission to entire museum, Children under 2 are free
November 25-27, 2016
The Nutcracker
BalletMet Columbus brings you the classic holiday production. Young Clara will once again invite us inside her imagination with The Nutcracker, a beloved Columbus tradition since its World Premiere in December 1974. Choreographed by former Artistic Director Gerard Charles, this magic-filled ballet draws families from near and far with its merry characters, gorgeous set, elegant costuming—and a good dose of holiday nostalgia.
Location :: The Detroit Opera House, 1526 Broadway, Detroit
Time :: See link above for details for each performance
Cost :: $46.00-$272.00, see link above for details for each performance
November 26, 2016
Taylor Winter Festival
It isn’t often that you see fireworks during the holiday season, but that’s going to become a reality this year!
Time :: Parade at 4:00 p.m. and activities to follow at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: For a full list of activities and prices, go to the website listed in the link above.
Gingerbread Barn Fun
Time :: 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.
Cost :: $6 per house, call (586) 752-5932 to pre-register and pre-pay
Gobble Up Science at Cranbrook
Prepare to feast on a smorgasbord of science! Examine fossilized dung and discover where it’s found and what can be gleaned from it, learn the difference between how a carnivore, herbivore, and omnivore use their teeth, and design and build a way to transport your Thanksgiving dinner to your table, and much more!
Location :: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Time :: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $9.50-$13.00 includes admission to entire museum, Children under 2 are free
November 27, 2016
Planetarium Presents: Earth, Moon & Stars
Come see what the excitement is all about…we will have our full-sized dome planetarium all set-up and ready to amaze you. Enter the dome for an unforgettable experience as we take a tour of our galactic backyard by watching a comedic and educational movie that will soar us to the sun, the moon, and even a little beyond…all from the comfort of the nature center. Not recommended for children under the age of four.
Location :: Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N. Hill Cir., Rochester, 48307
Time :: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Cost :: $6 per person for non-members, $5 per person for members. MUST register!
Gingerbread Barn Fun
Time :: 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.
Cost :: $6 per house, call (586) 752-5932 to pre-register and pre-pay
November 28, 2016
Minions the movie at Grosse Pointe Public Library Ewald Branch
Minions evolve through the ages, perpetually serving the most despicable of masters. Continuously unsuccessful at keeping these masters, the Minions find themselves without someone to serve and fall into a deep depression. One Minion named Kevin has a plan!
Location :: Grosse Pointe Public Library – Ewald Branch, 15175 E. Jefferson, Grosse Pointe Park
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free but registration may be required. Check website for details.
November 29, 2016
Mini Picassos Mistletoe Footprint Workshop
Mini Picassos will be hosting a foot print day! We will be making mistletoes! You can put up to 3 footprints per painting! Message Mini Picassos to sign up for a 30 min time slot!
Location :: Mini Picasso Art Studio, 20801 Lennon St., Harper Woods
Time :: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Message the studio to sign up for your specific time slot!
Cost :: $15/painting
