A daughter’s first love is usually her dad, and dads tend to be just as enamored with their little girls.
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity for dads and daughters to celebrate that unique bond — and this year, southeast Michigan is revving up for the big day with some massive celebrations.
Dads, dress in your best, and bring your princess, or princesses, out for a night of food, fun and frolic at one of these daddy-daughter dances in Macomb, Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties.
Missing a dad or a daughter in this scenario? In most cases, caring uncles, grandpas, cousins or brothers are invited to accompany their loved instead, and there are options for mother-and-son duos, as well as shindigs for the entire family, too. Search the list, and find a dance that fits your needs.
Note: many of these dances require advance registration, and spots can sell out fast. Be sure to get your tickets early. Some COVID-19 safety protocols may be enforced.
Daddy-Daughter Dance at the Cherry Creek Golf & Banquet Center in Shelby Township
Feb. 10, 2022
- Address: Cherry Creek Golf & Banquet Center, 52000 Cherry Creek Drive, Shelby Township
- Times: 6-8:30 p.m.
- Cost: $25/child, $30/adult, $3/person for non-residents
Enjoy dinner, dancing and a keepsake flower. There’s also a gift for the girls, photos for purchase and more. Advance registration required.
Red Carpet Daddy Daughter Dance at The Hawk Farmington Hills Community Center
Feb. 11-12, 2022
- Address: The Hawk, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
- Times: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday
- Cost: $9/residents, $14/non-residents, free/ages 18 months and under
Fathers, grandpas, uncles and others are welcome to accompany their special girl. Snacks and refreshments will be provided and professional pics will be available for purchase. Registration required for both adult and child.
Daddy Daughter Dance at Cedar Glen Banquet Center in New Baltimore
Feb. 12, 2022
- Address: Glen Banquet Center, 36860 25 Mile Road, New Baltimore
- Times: 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.
- Cost: $25/person
Choose between a luncheon or a dinner along with dancing, games, photo
booth and portrait photos. Registration required.
Daddy Daughter Dance Dinner
Feb. 12, 2022
- Address: Zuccaro’s Banquet Facility, 46601 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield
- Times: 5 p.m.
- Cost: $25/person
Unicorns, gnomes, fairies and elves will make an appearance at this special dance. The night will feature dinner, dancing, a photo booth, crafts, games and more. Registration required.
Daddy-Daughter Dance at the Saline Recreation Center
Feb. 12, 2022
- Address: Saline Recreation Center, 1866 Woodland Drive E., Saline
- Times: 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Cost: $25/couple, $8/additional daughter
This 26th annual offers tons of fun, like a balloon drop and prizes. Plus, dancing and music. Advance registration required.
Daddy-Daughter Princess Ball at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center in Dearborn Heights
Feb. 12, 2022
- Address: Richard A. Young Recreation Center, 5400 McKinley St., Dearborn Heights
- Times: 3:30-5 p.m.
- Cost: $17-$20/couple; $8/additional daughter
Father figures can bring their best girls, ages 3-17, out for a night of dancing, food and fun. Advance registration required.
Mother-Son Sweetheart Ball at the Richard A. Young Center in Dearborn Heights
Feb. 12, 2022
- Address: Richard A. Young Recreation Center, 5400 McKinley St., Dearborn Heights
- Times: 6:30-8 p.m.
- Cost: $17-$20/couple; $8/additional son
Little men bring their moms out for a night of music, refreshments and fun. Aimed at ages 3-17. Advance registration required.
Cupid’s Family Shuffle at the Troy Community Center
Feb. 19, 2022
- Address: Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, Troy
- Times: 6-8 p.m.
- Cost: $37/residents for 1 adult and 1 child, $47/non-residents for 1 adult and 1 child, $12/residents for additional person, $15/non-residents for additional person
There will be a live DJ and a photo booth! Dinner, drinks and dessert will be provided. For children ages 4 and up.
Daddy-Daughter Dance at the William Ford Senior Activities Center in Taylor
Feb. 19, 2022
- Address: William Ford Senior Activities Center, 6750 Troy, Taylor
- Times: 4-6 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
- Cost: $30/couple
Fathers and daughters will enjoy a DJ, dancing, snacks, drinks, a keepsake photo and more. Registration required.
Daddy Daughter Dance at the Blossom Heath Inn in St. Clair Shores
Feb. 20, 2022
- Address: Blossom Heath Inn, 24800 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
- Times: 2-5 p.m.
- Cost: $27.50/resident, $32.50/non-resident, $20/each additional child
Ticket includes a kid-friendly buffet luncheon, DJ, gifts and a keepsake photo. Advanced registration required.
Daddy-Daughter Dance at the Oak Park Community Center
Feb. 20, 2022
- Address: Oak Park Community Center, 14300 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park
- Times: 5-7 p.m.
- Cost: $35/couple, $12/additional child, $5 non-resident fee
Designed for children between the ages of 5-12. You and your little “princess” will enjoy dancing, dinner, a keepsake photo and a flower at this special evening. Registration required.
Looking for even more Valentine’s Day fun? Check out our roundup of top Valentine’s Day events.
This post was originally published in 2017 and is updated regularly.
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