Visit Michigan Science Center for Free During Concert of Colors

The Michigan Science Center has announced its upcoming free days. 

On July 18-19, families can visit MiSci for free from noon until 6 p.m. The community free days are taking place during the weekend of metro Detroit’s 32nd annual diversity festival, Concert of Colors. 

Concert of Colors is a free family-friendly festival with performances and events held at cultural hubs around the metro area. This year, MiSci will be hosting an all-day Arts & Scraps crafting session for kids, as well as African and Latin dance lessons. 

This article was recently updated on July 15, 2024 by Metro Parent’s Assistant Editor, Nikki Roberts. The update included her research and fact-checking expertise to provide the latest information on the 2024 Concert of Colors, aligning with Metro Parent’s mission to provide the top parenting resources for local families. Questions? Please reach out to nikki@metroparent.com.

Stop by for the free arts, crafts and dancing, but stay for all of MiSci’s incredible STEM offerings. The non-profit Smithsonian affiliate is home to more than 200 interactive STEM exhibits, an 8,700-square-foot special exhibit hall, live stage shows, a 4D theater and a planetarium. 

With so much to see, do and learn, you’ll need to keep coming back in order to experience it all! For now, here are our tips on making the most out of your free day visit with the fam. 

Quick details about the Michigan Science Center

• Upcoming free days: July 18-19, 2024, noon-6 p.m. 
• Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
• Parking: Metered street parking is available around MiSci. Pay to park in the Cultural Center Lot or the Rackham Memorial Parking Garage operated by Wayne State University. Prices and hours vary. 

Things to do with kids at MiSci

• Control the weather at Earth. Wind. Weather by creating avalanches and geysers, exploring atmospheres and commanding the ocean tides.  
• Marvel at the wonders of space as you teach your kids about space travel, the sun and stars, rocket tech and more. 
• Make math into a fun game at Math Mountain. 
• Learn about matter in motion at the hands-on Motion Gallery, an educational play space filled with circuits, magnetic fields and more. 
• Experiment with sound, colors and reflections at the Waves and Vibrations exhibit. 

Other things to do nearby 

• Make it a museum day with a visit to the Detroit Institute of Arts, located right next door. The museum will be hosting a pop art pin workshop, live music and Caribbean dancing during the Concert of Colors. 
• Explore the best places to eat, shop and play in downtown Detroit with tips from our family guide.
• Sightsee and explore along the scenic Detroit Riverfront.
• Lafayette or American Coney Island? Whichever side you pick, make sure you get a classic coney dog while you’re in the city.

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