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Bring the family to Deneweth’s Macomb store for weekends full of fall fun. Kids can enjoy a corn maze, straw mound, pumpkin decorating, games, a spooky (but not scary) train ride, and more. Rain or shine, activities run indoors and outdoors with cider and donuts available for purchase.
Event cost:...
Kids can enjoy a hands-on fall adventure at Spicer Orchards with apple picking, a kid-sized cider cup, and a fun take-home sticker. Families can also enjoy wagon rides, farm animals, and other seasonal activities throughout the orchard.
Event cost: Wristbands required for entry; first one free per group, $5 for...
SASHA Farm’s Annual Humane Fair invites families to enjoy local vendors, delicious vegan food, and guided tours to meet the farm’s animal residents. The event also features a Vegan Bake Sale, Kids’ Corner, and new SASHA merchandise.
Event cost: $25 adults, $15 kids ages 6-12, free for kids ages 5...
Shop local produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, antiques, plants, and more at this combined farmer’s and flea market. Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, and park amenities for a full day of family fun.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: Aug. 24, Sept. 14 & Sept. 28, 2025 — 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
The Summer Farm Festival invites visitors to explore vibrant sunflower fields, enjoy hands-on crafts, and shop local goods from artisan vendors. With live music, family activities, and plenty of farm-fresh charm, it’s a celebration of summer for all ages.
Event cost: $5, free kids ages 12 and under
Event time: 10...
Enjoy farm show demonstrations, magic shows, hayrides, animal visits, a walk through the storybook trail and more at this annual fall festival.
Event cost: $12/person, free/2 and under, group rate: $10/person if there's 10 or more people
Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays, Oct 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, 2025
Families can come out to Wolcott Mill Metropark, Farm Center to take a guided farm tour. Get up close with the animals and ask questions. Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. on July 5.
Event cost: $3/child, $5/adult, free/under 2; parking pass required
Event time: 10-11 a.m. July 6, 2025
Children can enjoy different farm activities, including stories, songs, a snack, a tractor ride and admission to the rest of the farm. For ages 1-5.
June 25-Counting
July 9-Sounds
July 16-Pets
July 23-Shapes
July 30-Noticing
Aug. 6- Helping
Sept. 24-Fall Colors
Event cost: $25/member, $30/non-member
Event times: June 26; July 9,...
