This May, metro Detroit is packed with exciting family-friendly events! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day together.
My son Jordan and I can’t wait to check out The Big Bounce America at Steffens Park. We’re also excited about seeing the tulips at both Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill and DeBuck’s Family Farm.
Ready to plan your month? Scroll down to explore our top picks for May family events in Detroit and around metro Detroit that will keep your calendar full of spring fun!
Read more: Find Our Full List of May Events in Metro Parent’s Events Calendar
Fun Things to Do with Kids in May
FUNBOX Detroit at Oakland Mall
May 2-11, 2025
- Address: 412 W. 14 Mile Road, Troy
- Cost: $18-$30, free/ages 2 and under
Check out the massive outdoor bounce park, which offers 25,000 square feet of connected jumping zones with 10 different play areas.
Day Out With Thomas at Greenfield Village
May 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 2025
- Address: 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
- Cost: $17/members and ages 5 and under, $50.25/non-members ages 12-plus, $44.75/non-members ages 5-11
This event features a ride on Thomas the Train, live music, bubbles, lawn games, photo opportunities, storytelling and more. Registration recommended.
Cinco de Mayo Parade & Fiesta
May 4, 2025
- Address: 1589 Military St., Detroit
- Cost: Free
The annual parade is celebrating its 60th Anniversary. This year’s theme is, “Past, Present & Future.”
DeBuck’s Tulip Festival at DeBuck’s Family Farm
Through May 7, 2025
- Address: 50240 Martz Road, Belleville
- Cost: $20.95/general admission
Families can wander through to tulip fields to take photos and enjoy the attractions, specialty treats and more.
Cat Kid Comic Club The Musical at Fisher Theatre
May 10-11, 2025
- Address: 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
- Cost: $47.58-plus
Cat Kid Comic Club, features a book and lyrics by Kevin Del Aguila and music by Brad Alexander – the team that brought you Dog Man: The Musical! For ages 5-plus.
Dino Egg Drop at Canterbury Village
May 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 2025
- Address: 2325 Joslyn Court, Lake Orion
- Cost: $14.99-plus
Experience the thrill of a helicopter flying overhead and dropping down dinosaur eggs for you to collect and trade in for prizes. Moms get in free May 10-11 and dads get in free May 24-25.
Nature Fest at Crosswinds Marsh
May 10, 2025
- Address: 27600 Haggerty Road, New Boston
- Cost: Free
This nature-oriented event for all ages will feature live animals, fishing, nature activities and more. There will be a limited number of fishing poles provided.
The Big Bounce America at Steffens Park
May 17-25 2025
- Address: 33000 Garfield Road, Fraser
- Cost: Advanced tickets: $22/toddler session, ages 3 and under; $35/junior session, ages 7 and under along with parents; $35/bigger kids session, ages 15 and under along with parents; $45/adult only session for ages 16 and older. Tickets will cost more the day of the event
Experience the largest touring inflatable event in the world. Areas include The World’s Biggest Bounce House, The Giant, Octoblast, Sport Slam and AIRSpace.
Blake’s In Bloom at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Through May 18, 2025
- Address: 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada
- Cost: $9.95/weekday pass, $13.95/weekend pass, free/ages 2 and under
Check out fresh blooms, taste seasonal delights and more at this first annual event. Advanced tickets recommended.
Milan Community Fair at Wilson Park
May 29-31 2025
- Address: 89 Wabash St., Milan
- Cost: Free, fees/rides
This event features live music, vendors, rides, a parade on Thursday, fireworks on Friday and a magic show on Saturday.
This article was recently updated on May 1, 2025, by Metro Parent’s Content Writer Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding new Metro Detroit events to the MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best family events in metro Detroit this month, aligning Metro Parent’s mission to provide the top parenting resources for local families. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.
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