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Dog Dayze at the Farm at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill

March 30 - April 27 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Photo credit: Blake Farms

Location

Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill

17985 Armada Center Road

Armada, MI 48005

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Description

Join Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill with your doggies for a stroll on the Orchard walking trail, music, food, drinks, prizes, contests and more.

Event cost: $8.95/person

Event time: 1-4 p.m. March 30 and April 27, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://blakefarms.com/event/dog-dayze/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Macomb County

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