Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor? Metro Parent has you covered with our weekend picks. There are many May fairs and festivals to check out in southeast Michigan.
Enjoy some family-fun at an outdoor or indoor waterpark or a u-pick berry farm. Are you in the mood for something sweet? Try one of these ice cream spots in Macomb County or test out the doughnuts at one of these places.
Here, you’ll find all the details on the coolest local events. Plus, fun things to do around town and at-home activities — in case you don’t feel like venturing out after a long week.
So what are you waiting for? Take a look at what’s happening May 21-22, 2022, and get to planning family fun.
Remember, some in-person events may be enforcing COVID-19 safety protocols such as frequent hand-washing or the use of face masks. Check with your chosen event or activity before you head out.
Events
Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor are always jam-packed full of family-friendly events. Here, we’ve picked some of our favorites going on this weekend. Don’t see anything your child will enjoy? Check out our online calendar for more!
Bookstock Used Book and Media Sale at Laurel Park Place
Now-May 22, 2022
- Address: 37700 Six Mile Road, Livonia
- Cost: Free; $20/admission for pre-sale only
Bookstock has 300,000-plus used books, DVDs, CDs, audio books and records for sale at bargain basement prices. All proceeds benefit literacy and education projects throughout metropolitan Detroit and beyond.
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare at the Marygrove Conservancy
Begins May 18, 2022
- Address: 8425 W. McNichols Road, Detroit
- Cost: $45/general admission
The show is a fast-moving comedy is a fun approach towards all Shakespeare plays in only 75 minutes.
Dino & Dragon Stroll at Canterbury Village
May 19-22, 2022
- Address: 2359 Joslyn Ct., Lake Orion
- Cost: $24.99/person, free 2 and under; $5 parking; timed tickets are required
Guests will stroll through this outdoor dinosaur adventure and get up close and personal with almost 75 life-like creatures, reptiles and life-size dinosaurs, with most standing over 25 feet tall and spanning over 60 feet long, including T-Rex, Velociraptors and Stegosaurus, just to name a few.
Day Out With Thomas at Greenfield Village
May 20-22, 2022
- Address: 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
- Cost: Members: $15; Non-members: $45/12-plus, $42/seniors, $37.50/ages 5-11, $15/ages 4 and under
Families can take a ride with their favorite storybook friend, Thomas the Train. There will be live music, magic shows, lawn games, photo opportunities, storytelling and more. Advanced registration required.
Lake Orion Flower & Art Fair at Orion Art Center
May 20-22, 2022
- Address: 115 S. Anderson St., Lake Orion
- Cost: Free; fees for flowers and food
Vendors will be outdoors selling flowers, plants and art. There will also be food trucks, plenty of vendors and crafters to shop at and more.
Children’s Fun Fest at Twelve Mile Crossing At Fountain Walk
May 21, 2022
- Address: 44175 W. 12 Mile Road, Novi
- Cost: Free
This children’s event will include face painting, obstacle course, kiddie axe throwing, games, magic shows and more. There will be several vendors selling children’s products and character visits from Tinkerbell, Moana and Captain Jack Sparrow.
Downtown Highland Founders Day Celebration
May 21, 2022
- Address: Downtown Highland area
- Cost: Free
Kick off spring with a community celebration that features a parade and other family fun. See floats, bands, teams, community groups and more.
Macomb County Author Festival at the Macomb Intermediate School District
May 21, 2022
- Address: 44001 Garfield Road, Garfield
- Cost: Free
Meet and greet the authors, buy their books at a discounted price and get them autographed at this festival of authors. For all ages.
Nature Fest at Crosswinds Marsh
May 21, 2022
- Address: 27600 Haggerty Road, New Boston
- Cost: Free
This nature-oriented event will feature live entertainment, nature crafts and games, live animals and canoeing. Ages 17 and younger can participate in a fishing contest. Fishing poles and bait are limited, so bring your own if you have one. No registration required.
Parent to Parent Sale at Summit on the Park
May 21, 2022
- Address: 46000 Summit Pkwy., Canton
- Cost: Free
Buy gently loved kids and baby clothes, toys, furniture and more at this parent to parent sale (formerly mom-to-mom sale).
Romeo MayFest 2022 at the Romeo Lions Club
May 21, 2022
- Address: 269 E. Washington St., Romeo
- Cost: $5-$10, free/ages 3 and under; Tickets sold at the door
This annual fest will feature live music, a car show with new and classic cars, local food trucks, corn hole tourney, 50/50 raffles, local vendors and crafters and more. There will also be a kid’s area that will have carnival games, bounce houses, obstacle course, petting zoo, face painting, magician and more.
Saturday Storytime at 27th Letter Books
May 21, 2022
- Address: 3546 Michigan Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Join 27th Letter Books for their weekly story offering, made bilingual in Spanish & English. Following the reading, you will be invited to stay and explore the book themes through art studio time or an interactive activity.
Technology Fair at Caroline Kennedy Library
May 21, 2022
- Address: 24590 George St., Dearborn Heights
- Cost: Free
Local schools and technology groups from around Southeast Michigan will showcase their technology talent with drones, robots, 3-D printing and much more. There will be demonstrations and classes for kids and teens ages 5-17. No registration is required.
Animal Mobiles Workshop at The Hawk – Farmington Hills Community Center
May 22, 2022
- Address: 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
- Cost: $35/resident, $40/non-resident
The Hawk Ceramics Studio Lab puts on a monthly-themed youth workshop for kids ages 6-8 and 9-12. May’s workshop is Animal Mobiles. All supplies are included in the registration fee.
Around Town
Family events packed with people can be overwhelming for some families, but that doesn’t mean you have to be bored this weekend either. These fun ideas will have you out of the house and exploring your community.
- Head to an outdoor or indoor water park.
- Enjoy one of the many u-pick berry farms.
- Satisfy your sweet tooth with one of these doughnut shops.
- Try one of the many ice cream shops in Macomb County.
- Head to one of these local bookstores.
- At-Home Activities
The fun doesn’t stop just because you’re sticking close to home this weekend. Keep the kids entertained with these fun ideas including crafts, recipes, books to read and more!
- Check out these high school graduation gift ideas.
- Try these mindfulness exercises for kids.
- Make one of these healthy smoothie recipes for an easy breakfast.
- Share one of your favorite ’80s movies with your family.
- Check out the books kids should read before heading to middle school.
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