Plan Ahead for Family Fun With New Metro Detroit Attractions Opening in 2025

Check out these new activities, exhibits and attractions for families.

Good things are happening in metro Detroit in 2025 for families. There are some great indoor play places coming during the colder months and family-friendly fun you do not want to miss! How can you choose the best? It can be difficult to decide which attractions are worth the hype and which ones your family is better off skipping.

We’re putting the spotlight on some of our favorite upcoming metro Detroit new attractions. These are places we are truly excited to check out with our families this year! 

This article was recently updated on Dec. 5, 2024 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. The update included featuring the best new family attractions to check out in metro Detroit in 2025. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.

Racing Day at Huntington Place

Racing Day
Photo Credit: the Detroit Grand Prix

Jan. 17, 2025

  • Address: 1 Washington Blvd., Detroit

One of the new attractions in Detroit is the Detroit Auto Show will have two indoor tracks to celebrate the 2025 Grand Prix. On Racing Day, the public can see the intersection of automotive innovation and competitive motorsports. Also, attendees can interact with the racing drivers and see several stunting cars that will be on display.

Slick City at Troy Gymnastics

Late Fall 2025

  • Address: 1749 Northwood Drive, Troy

Head down three doors south from TG3 for a new water park (without the water). Slick City is expected to open in late fall 2025 and will be for all ages. They will host birthday parties, fundraising events, team outings and more.

Dinoland Ann Arbor

Opening 2025

  • Address: 4735 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor

Dinoland will be opening its third location overall–-but its first in Washtenaw County—in 2025. This dinosaur-themed indoor play center features a glow slide, zip lines, tunnels, bridges, a LEGO zone and more. It is great for ages 12 and under.


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Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano is a mom of one and Metro Parent's Audience Development Coordinator. She tracks down the best events every week and shares the inside scoop with families in print and online. She enjoys reading, traveling and exploring metro Detroit with her son.

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