There’s always something magical about a summer day at Campus Martius Park, whether you’re catching a flick under the stars during Movie Nights in the D or digging your toes into the sand at The Beach. Here’s another reason to make a trip — Downtown Detroit Partnership is back with their Campus Kids Day!
This annual and free series features exciting themed kid-friendly activities and entertainment on select Sundays in the heart of Detroit. Presented by Corewell Health and supported in part by The Detroit Zoo, the event kicks off on July 13.
Attendees can also expect cool and educational activations by the Michigan Science Center and more. Plus, families can enter to win Detroit Zoo tickets, score show passes from 313 Presents, and enjoy fun giveaways from Corewell Health, McDonald’s, DMCU and the Detroit Zoo.
2025 Campus Kids Day schedule
What else can families can expect for upcoming Campus Kids Days? Check out the full schedule below:
- July 13 (Baby Shark Bonanza): This one-hit wonder transforms Campus Martius to an inspired family day! Snap a photo with Baby Shark (appearing 2-3 p.m.), make waves at the Bubble Dance Party with DJ Bri (1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.), enjoy glitter tattoos, lawn games and more. Doesn’t that sound like a fin-tastic start to Campus Kids Day?
- Aug. 17 (Back to School Bash): Celebrate a new school year with this themed Campus Kids Day! Expect fun activations and giveaways to make your kids even more excited for school.
- Sept. 21 (Autumn Adventure): Kick off autumn with fall-tastic activities at Campus Martius. Don’t miss out on Detroit CHEMpreneurIST’s “Detroit Builds Basketballs” innovation statues where attendees can design their own basketball games.
- Oct. 5 (Lil’ Boo Bash): Dress up in your family Halloween costumes for a spooktacular day of interactive activities. Detroit CHEMpreneurIST will be back with a “Spooky Start-Up Lab: Brew Your Own Brand” station where attendees can brew their own body scrub.
Visit Downtown Detroit Partnership’s website closer to each event for more details on what you can expect.
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