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FESTMAY
Sat MAY 02100% verified

Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade & Fiesta

Southwest Detroit's annual parade and fiesta with entertainment, vendors, and family-friendly cultural celebration.

Time
Sat, May 2, 12:00 PM
Cost
Free
Place
Detroit · 4.7 mi
Duration
1d
FamilyKidsFreeOutdoor
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified / soon
PLAYMAY
Sat MAY 02100% verified

Riverfront Fish Fest

A family-friendly conservation event where kids can learn about fish and wildlife on the Detroit Riverfront.

Time
Sat, May 2, 10:00 AM
Cost
Free
Place
Detroit · 1.6 mi
Duration
4h
FamilyKidsFreeOutdoor
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified / soon
MKTMAY
Sun MAY 03100% verified

Birmingham Farmers Market Opening Day

Opening day for Birmingham's outdoor farmers market with local produce, live music, kids activities, and community programming.

Time
Sun, May 3, 9:00 AM
Cost
Free to attend
Place
Birmingham · 20 mi
Duration
5h
FamilyCouplesFreeFood
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified / soon
PLAYMAY
Tue MAY 05100% verified

Rhythm & Play

Dance vibes and playtime in the Delta Dental Play Garden at Ralph Wilson Park.

Time
Tue, May 5, 5:30 PM
Cost
Free
Place
Detroit · 2.3 mi
Duration
2h
FamilyKidsFreeOutdoor
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified / soon
CULTMAY
Wed MAY 06100% verified

Wisdom Wednesdays

Chess every Wednesday at Valade Park with Wise Guys Chess Club, open to all ages and experience levels.

Time
Wed, May 6, 6:00 PM
Cost
Free
Place
Detroit · 2.1 mi
Duration
3h
FamilyFriendsFreeOutdoor
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified / soon
PLAYMAY
Sat MAY 16100% verified

Spring into Wilson

A reintroduction to Ralph Wilson Park with local entertainment, food trucks, and family activities.

Time
Sat, May 16, 10:00 AM
Cost
Free
Place
Detroit · 2.3 mi
Duration
5h
FamilyKidsFreeOutdoor
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified
FESTMAY
Sun MAY 17100% verified

Celebrate Birmingham Parade & Party

A short parade on North Old Woodward followed by free family-friendly activities, treats, and entertainment in Shain Park.

Time
Sun, May 17, 1:00 PM
Cost
Free
Place
Birmingham · 19 mi
Duration
3h
FamilyKidsFreeOutdoor
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified
MKTMAY
Sun MAY 17100% verified

Flower Day 2026

Eastern Market's large flower festival with more than 150 flower vendors, live music, food, and festivities for all ages.

Time
Sun, May 17, 7:00 AM
Cost
Free
Place
Detroit · 1.5 mi
Duration
10h
FamilyCouplesFreeOutdoor
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / free / verified
MOVEMAY
Sat MAY 09100% verified

Detroit Mother's Day Run/Walk

10K, 5K, 1 mile, handcycle, family teams, and a free 200-meter kids dash at Belle Isle.

Time
Sat, May 9, 9:00 AM
Cost
Registration required; kids dash free with paid adult
Place
Detroit · 4.2 mi
Duration
3h
FamilyKidsOutdoorFitness
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / verified / soon
LIVEMAY
Sat MAY 09100% verified

Mariachi Vargas El Legado Tour

Mariachi Vargas performs at Detroit Opera House with a free pre-show party in the adjacent surface lot.

Time
Sat, May 9, 7:30 PM
Cost
Ticketed; pre-show party free
Place
Detroit · 0.4 mi
Duration
2h
CouplesFamilyMusicCulture
Why this fitsfamily fit / free / verified
ARTMAY
Sat MAY 09100% verified

Art Birmingham

A juried fine art fair around Shain Park in downtown Birmingham with artists, food, activities, and nearby restaurants.

Time
Sat, May 9, 10:00 AM
Cost
See website
Place
Birmingham · 19 mi
Duration
1d
CouplesFamilyOutdoorDate
Why this fitsfamily fit / verified
FESTMAY
Thu MAY 2884% verified

61st Birmingham Village Fair

A family-friendly carnival around Shain Park with rides, games, classic fair food, and community fun.

Time
Thu, May 28, 4:00 PM
Cost
See website
Place
Birmingham · 19 mi
Duration
3d
FamilyKidsOutdoorFood
Why this fitsfamily fit
LIVEMAY
Sat MAY 23100% verified

Movement Music Festival

Detroit's major electronic music festival at Hart Plaza with stages, immersive art, food, and Detroit culture.

Time
Sat, May 23, 3:00 PM
Cost
Ticketed
Place
Detroit · 0.7 mi
Duration
2d
FriendsCouplesMusicNightlife
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