It’s the month of LOVE, Black History Month, and it’s also a month for some great things for families to do around Ann Arbor, Detroit, Flint and Lansing!
Plan an adventure starting with this big list of ideas, or, if you are in need of a date night instead, be sure to check out my BIG list of ideas here, too. Happy February!
Family Fun in Southeast Michigan February 2020
February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 — FREE Day at the Flint Institute of Art {Flint} — This museum is FREE to visit every Saturday thanks to First Merit Bank.
February 1 — Families at The Broad {East Lansing} — Visit this East Lansing modern art museum from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for hands-on activities surrounding kindness. FREE.
February 1 — Michaels Kid Club {Nationwide} — Visit Michael’s to make a feather arrow pencil! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished masterpiece. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. $3. supplies included. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Learn more at my post here.
February 1 — Wild Winter Weekends at the Detroit Zoo {Royal Oak} — Wild Winter Weekends features arctic-themed arts and crafts, games and entertainment. All activities are free with zoo admission and take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Ford Education Center. Admission range: Free for 2 and under, otherwise priced $10-$14.
February 1 — Kid’s Workshop at Home Depot {Nationwide} — Make heart string art for FREE at Home Depot. Hands-on workshops are designed for children ages 5-12 and take place between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Advance registration encouraged. Learn more about what to expect at this post.
February 1 — Roll, Drop, Bounce + Extreme Deep: Mission to the Abyss opens with Sloan Museum {Burton} — Visit the Courtland Center Mall for an active learning laboratory that teaches physics principles through hands-on play. After, check out the ocean floor and investigate newly discovered life forms, thermal vents, deep-sea research submersibles, and shipwrecks like the Titanic.
February 1 — Adventures in Winterland {Flint} — Visit Flint Iceland Arena from 1 p.m. – 3p.m. to celebrate U.S. Figure Skating’s National Skating Month with free activities! FREE.
February 2 — Groundhog Day with Michigan’s Official Groundhog, Woody, at the Howell Nature Center {Howell} — Get your spring forecast straight from Woody, Michigan’s Official Groundhog! The Howell Conference & Nature Center will host a special celebration starting at 8 a.m.
February 2 — FREE Day at Flint Children’s Museum {Flint} — Visit the FCM from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. for FREE fun. Learn more what to expect at this gem here.
February 7 — Free Admission to Cranbrook Institute of Science {Bloomfield Hills} — Visit after 5 p.m. the first Friday of every month, courtesy of the MASCO Corporation, for FREE.
February 7 — Curling Fest {Chelsea} — Enjoy one hour of curling on the pristine ice of the Arctic Coliseum, all equipment included. $25/person, and includes food. 8 p.m. – midnight. {How fun would this be for a group date night?}
February 7-9 — Quicken Loans Winter Blast Weekends —{Detroit} —Quicken Loans Winter Blast Weekends features winter activities, live entertainment, and delicious local restaurants for the whole family to enjoy. FREE.
February 8 — Hartland Family Winterfest {Hartland} — Visit Heritage Park from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. for sledding, ice skating, face painting, crafts, live entertainment and more. The event will conclude with fireworks too! FREE.
February 8 — Michaels Valentine Maker Fest {Nationwide} — Visit Michael’s to make a Valentine’s t-shirt. Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished masterpiece. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. Buy the shirt, and the rest of the supplies are included. 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Learn more at my post here.
February 8 — Darwin Discovery Day at MSU Museum {East Lansing} — The Michigan State University Museum will host its 16th annual Darwin Discovery Day from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. MSU scientists and students take part in Darwin Discovery Day to share their expertise and love of science with the public. Activities, tours and university science collections are featured throughout the MSU Museum. FREE.
February 8 — Ice Carving Festival {Ann Arbor} — Visit County Farm Park from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. to watch students from surrounding SE Michigan colleges and universities compete! Stand in awe as the carvers showcase their mastery with chainsaws & flamethrowers to create unique masterpieces to display. FREE. {This park is SO cute! See my review here.}
February 8-9 — Enchanted Princess Ball {Warren} – The Enchanted Princess Ball is a theatrical performance that transports little princesses into a magical fairytale world! Classic stories are retold as favorite characters are brought to life from the pages of favorite books to the stage. Awaiting your arrival will be: Cinderella, Snow White, Belle, Sleeping Beauty, Tinkerbell, and more. Tickets are $26 for both adults and children.
February 10 — MSU Bug House Open House {East Lansing} — Visit Michigan State University for their Bug House open house from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. and learn all about creepy crawly creatures! FREE.
February 12 — Preschool Valentine’s Day Party at Bounce {Hartland} — Visit Bounce for preschool playtime and stay for a craft and snack. $10/child. Ages 2-5 only. 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. RSVP to reserve a spot.
February 13 — Fairy Tea at Crazy Wisdom Book Store {Ann Arbor} — Children, ages 2-8, and their families are welcome for tea and cookies served by real fairies! Celebrate with enchanting fairies as they serve tea, treats, and magic. 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. events. Registration is required. $12/person. {Babies 18 months and younger are free.}
February 14 — VALENTINE’S DAY! Plan a date night with one of my guides! {Southeast Michigan | Detroit | Lansing | Livingston County}
February 15 — Michaels Kid Club {Nationwide} — Visit Michael’s to make clay pot critters! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished masterpiece. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. $3. supplies included. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Learn more at my post here.
February 17 — The Spirit of Harriet Tubman {Southfield} Celebrates Black History Month with a presentation of The Spirit of Harriet Tubman. This will take place in Room 115 of the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building at 26000 Evergreen Road beginning at 6:30 p.m. FREE.
February 20-22 — Under The African Sky at Wild Swan Theater {Ann Arbor} — A delightful collection of African tales performed through storytelling, acting, dancing, and drumming. Colorful costumes, masks, and traditional music will delight and teach our young fans, with lots of opportunities for audience participation. Geared for K-4th grade students. Tickets range from $10-$15.
February 21 — Meet Katerina Kitty Cat at The Oakland Mall {Troy} — Visit the mall between 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. for a meet and greet with Katerina Kitty Cat from Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood! Arrive early for a spot in line. FREE.
Looking for some extra fun? Make sure to check out this list of snow-friendly fun or this list of indoor activities for kids!
What do you have planned for the month? Drop ideas and I will do my best to add them!
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