There is a lot to celebrate in the month of March including Women’s History Month, St. Patrick’s Day, Maple Sugaring events and 313 Day!
313 Day (named after Detroit’s area code) takes place on March 13 and is the celebration of all things Detroit. Check out these fun ideas in downtown Detroit.
This article was recently updated on March 6, 2024 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding new Metro Detroit events to the MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best family events in metro Detroit to celebrate 313 Day, aligning Metro Parent’s mission to provide the top parenting resources for local families. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.
Things to do with your kids on 313 Day
Get up early for breakfast delights
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at Joe Louis Southern Kitchen. Griddle options include Banana Foster French Toast, Key Lime Pie Flapjacks, Cinnamon Roll Flapjacks and more. Breakfast options for the kids are French toast, eggs with hash browns and meat, Mickey Mouse pancakes and chicken and waffles.
Discover Detroit’s art and history
Have a museum morning at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit Historical Museum and the Motown Museum to learn more about the city’s art and history.
Visit the Detroit Public Library
Head across the street from the DIA, to see the beautiful stained-glass windows, arched ceilings and historic artwork at the Detroit Public Library -Main. Be sure to grab a copy of Metro Parent magazine while you’re there.
See GM Plaza’s car showroom
Go inside the Renaissance Center, check out the latest General Motors automobiles in GM Plaza’s car showroom and the many restaurants and shops to enjoy.
Get you selfie on
Take pictures in front of the Spirit of Detroit and the Joe Louis fist.
Be a foodie
Get lunch at Brass Rail Pizza Bar or Eminem’s restaurant, Mom’s Spaghetti.
Check out the sports-themed statues
Go across the street to take family photos in front of the tiger at Comerica Park and Barry Sander’s statue in front of Ford Field.
Go on the RiverWalk
Take a stroll on the Detroit RiverWalk to take in the views of the city, Detroit River and Canada.
Take your kids to the park
Check out Gabriel Richard Park, Elliott Park, William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, Robert C. Valade Parkand Cullen Plaza along the Riverfront.
Find some Detroit merch
Go shopping for Detroit gear at Three Thirteen, DETROIT HUSTLES HARDER and Detroit vs. Everybody.
Take your family to Hockeytown
Get dinner at Hockeytown Café. They serve Detroit-style pizza and amazing apps (baked pretzels and garlic bread) and have a kid’s menu designed for ages 12 and under. Walk around the restaurant to view all of the Detroit sports history, as well.
Enjoy Detroit Basketball
See the Detroit Pistons take on the Toronto Raptors at Little Caesars Arena at 7 p.m. Make sure to use our family guide for tips to checking out a game with your kids.
Have a sweet evening
End the day with dessert at JoJo’s ShakeBAR Detroit. They have Biggie Shakes, Basic Shakes, Hot Chocolate, Floats, Shake BARS, milk and cookies and their Birthday Bonfire sundae.
Other 313 Day-Themed Events in Detroit:
313 Day Cookie Decorating Class
March 9, 2024
- Address: The Carhartt Workshop, 5800 Cass Ave., Detroit
- Cost: $30/class, $16/DIY cookie kit
Get ready for 313 Day with an interactive cookie decorating class with Chef Leah from Sweet Peas Baked Goods. Tickets include five sugar cookies to decorate and light refreshments. Advanced tickets required.
Detroit 313 Day Celebration
March 13, 2024
- Address: Robert C. Valade Park, 2670 Atwater St., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Join the Local 4 squad and the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy to celebrate 313 Day with music, comedy and more.
The 313 Day Detroit Health and Wellness Fair
March 13, 2024
- Address: Dr. LaVonne M. Sheffield Bridge Center Library, 9928 Grand River Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Enjoy exciting day of health and wellness to celebrate 313 Day! There will be fitness classes, nutrition workshops, various booths and more. RSVP required.
The First 313
March 13, 2024
- Address: Source Booksellers, 4240 Cass Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Celebrate Detroit by honoring Native Americans, who have lived here the longest. Learn about Native culture through oral history, song and dance, courtesy of the North American Indian Association. Raffles, too.
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