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Visit the Easter Bunny at The Village of Rochester Hills for a free, kid-friendly photo opportunity in Festival Park. Families can enjoy festive spring fun, take pictures with the Easter Bunny and explore shops and dining while they’re there. No reservations are needed, making it an easy outing for...
Palm Sunday and Pretzel Party at Central Church Waterford offers family-friendly worship with a festive palm parade and free breakfast between services. Kids can enjoy special activities and families can return at 2 p.m. to make pretzels and learn their Easter meaning. Parents should plan to attend with children...
Description: Central Church Easter Egg Hunt gives kids of all ages a fun morning searching for candy-filled eggs on the church’s park-like grounds. The hunt starts promptly at 10 a.m., happens rain or shine and parents must stay with their children. Arrive a little early and bring boots or...
Marshmallow Drop is a fun, kid-focused event where marshmallows fall from a helicopter for children to collect. Kids can join age-based drops and search for a special marshmallow to win a prize. This free event is perfect for families and no registration is required.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 9-10...
Film Screening My Beautiful Stutter shares a powerful story of kids who stutter and learn confidence through an arts program. This event is appropriate for older kids and teens, with a panel discussion after the film. RSVP is appreciated for attendance.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 6:30-9:30 p.m. April 3
Watch 15,000 marshmallows drop from a helicopter in this exciting, kid-focused event. Kids can collect one marshmallow and trade it for a prize, making it fun and easy for little ones to participate. A quiet zone and ASL support are available, making this event accessible for all families.
Event cost:...
Families can celebrate Opening Day with games, giveaways and interactive activities for all ages. Kids will love Tigers-themed fun and chances to win prizes, including tickets to the home opener. This lively outdoor event brings baseball excitement to downtown.
Event cost: Free
Event times: Noon-4 p.m. March 28
Warren Spring Carnival is a free family event with an Easter Bunny visit, egg hunt, inflatables, balloon sculptures, face painting and seed planting. It is a great pick for younger kids, and parents should know the event is open to the public at the Warren Community Center.
Event cost: Free...
Families can take free photos with the Easter Bunny and enjoy kid-friendly activities at MilkShake Factory. Kids can also enter a coloring contest for a chance to win a free milkshake, and parents can shop a pop-up with hand-blown Easter eggs and pick up Easter chocolates.
Event cost: Free photos...
