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The Scavenger Safari & Walk is the Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan's (BCFM) family event. It brings together patients, families and community members for an adventurous scavenger hunt throughout the Detroit Zoo. Registration required.
Event cost: $50/ages 14-plus, $35/ages 5-13, free/ages 4 and under and BCFM patients
Event time: 8 a.m.-6...
Enjoy a family-friendly tailgate party at Grand Circus Park. It will feature appearances from the Detroit Tigers Energy Squad, appearances and autographs with Detroit Tigers alumni, food trucks, music, giveaways and more. It is presented by Miller Lite, Bally Sports Detroit and produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership.
Event cost:...
Toddlers and their parent or guardian can enjoy children's music throughout the park, a special appearance by Joey the Kangaroo and a jump time just for their age. All jumpers must wear Launch Safety Grip Socks (purchase for $3 a pair if you need them).
Event cost: $15/child, $5/second toddler...
Ages 12 and up can join Tiny Lions lounge & Adoption Center to practice yoga with their furry feline yoga masters. You may bring your own yoga mat or borrow one of theirs. Pre-registration and advance payment required.
Event cost: $10/person
Event times: 9-10 a.m. Sundays, Feb. 19-Dec. 31, 2023
Ages 12 and up can join Tiny Lions lounge & Adoption Center to practice yoga with their furry feline yoga masters. You may bring your own yoga mat or borrow one of theirs. Pre-registration and advance payment required.
Event cost: $10/person
Event time: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 16-Dec. 28, 2023
The Downtown Detroit Partnership invites couples to a Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Skate Date at The Rink at Campus Martius Park presented by Visit Detroit. The rink will be lit up with the colors of love and feel-good ballads and classic love songs will fill the air.
Event cost: $12/adult, $9/ages 12...