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Saturday 26 October 2024

Best Things to Do with Metro Detroit Kids in November

This November, we’ve found tons of family-friendly fun, including holiday lights and holiday train rides for you to check out with your kids. We also have plenty of other holiday events such as Thanksgiving eventsVeterans Day events and ways to celebrate Diwali with your family.

I can’t wait to take my son, Jordan, to Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo, Magic of Lights at Pine Knob Music Theatre and Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Fox Theatre this month. We start celebrating the holidays in November and there are so many great holiday events to check out together!

Keep on scrolling to see our other top picks of November family events in metro Detroit. You can also find more family events listed in our calendar. Be sure to tag us on Instagram @metroparentmag if you check any of them out!

This article was recently updated on Oct. 24, 2024 by Metro Parent’s audience development coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding new events to MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best family events in metro Detroit this month. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.

Best November family events Macomb County

Holiday Extravaganza at Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill
Photo credit: Blake Farms

Get your tickets advance for the Barbie Tea Party in Mount Clemens and Junie B. Jones The Musical JR. at Macomb Center for the Performing Arts. Also, the Holiday Extravaganza at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill is happening for a couple of weekends. Find even more Macomb County events in November on our calendar.

Pumpkin Roll Down at Clinton Township Sledding Hill

Nov. 1, 2024

  •     Address: 40700 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township
  •     Cost: Free

Families can roll pumpkins down the hill, have a chance to win cool prizes and enjoy free cider and donuts (while supplies last).

Rock the Rink at Mount Clemens Ice Arena

Nov. 1, 2024

  •     Address: 200 N. Groesbeck Hwy., Mount Clemens
  •     Cost: $8/admission, $4/skate rental

Families can enjoy a fun open ice skating event that features popular music, black lights and a party vibe.

Annual Macomb Reads Carnival at Macomb Intermediate School District

Nov. 2, 2024

  •     Address: 44001 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
  •     Cost: Free

This annual event celebrates learning and literacy. It features free children’s books, cider and donuts. Also, face painting, games, STEM and art activities, story times, a DJ and more. Registration required.

Junie B. Jones The Musical JR. at Macomb Center for the Performing Arts

Nov. 2-3, 2024

  • Address: 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
  • Cost: $15-$17

See Junie B. Jones in this hilarious Broadway Junior adaptation of Barbara Park’s beloved series. Nov. 2 is the sensory-friendly performance.

Come on Barbie, Let’s Have a Tea Party! at The Nest Collaborative

Nov. 9, 2024

  • Address: 66 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens
  • Cost: $35/adult, $20/child

Ages 2 and up can enjoy a visit with Barbie, tea, treats, a mini makeover and more at this tea party. Advanced tickets required.

Holiday Market at the Anton Art Center

Nov. 19-24, 26, 29-30, 2024

  • Address:125 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens
  • Cost: Free; donations welcomed and appreciated

Shop a variety of unique gifts and décor at the Anton Art Center that is crafted by Michigan artists.

Holiday Extravaganza at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill

Nov. 23-24, 30, 2024

  • Address: 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada
  • Cost: Free

This extravaganza features live music, an artisan market, free children’s crafts and face painting and an annual tree lighting at 6 p.m. on Nov. 23. For additional fees, enjoy festival food and drink specials, u-cut and pre-cut Christmas trees and evergreen decor, Santa Experience and Igloo Dining. RSVP required.

Best November family events Oakland County

HollyDazzle
Photo credit: HollyDazzle

This month, I recommend going to Magic of Lights at Pine Knob Music Theatre and Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo. I’m also excited to check out HollyDazzle at the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Find even more Oakland County events in November on our calendar.

Enchanted Glenlore Trails

Through Nov. 3, 2024

  •     Address: 3860 Newtown Road, Commerce Township
  •     Cost: $25/general admission, $15/ages 4-12, free/3 and under

Enjoy an immersive night walk that’s great for all ages. It will feature interactive activations, fog bubbles, luminous lights and more.

Motor City Comic Con at the Suburban Collection Showplace

Nov. 8-10, 2024

  • Address: 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi
  • Cost: $30-$40/Friday adult pass, $45-$55/Saturday adult pass, $40-$50/Sunday adult pass, $90-$100/Weekend adult pass, $249-$259/VIP fan pass (very limited and might not be available at the door), $10-$20/Friday and Saturday child pass, $20-$30/Weekend child pass, Free/Sunday child pass, Free/ages 5 and under; Special event packages are available

Cosplay your favorite comic characters, meet-and-greet with graphic novel bigwigs, check out movie screenings, character Q&As and more.

Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition at the Royal Oak Farmers Market

Nov. 21-22, 2024

  • Address: 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak
  • Cost: Free

Check out artwork displayed by 60 artists along with live music, food, adult beverages and more at this annual event.

Magic of Lights at Pine Knob Music Theatre

Nov. 22-Dec. 30, 2024

  • Address: 33 Bob Seger Drive, Clarkston
  • Cost: $23/standard vehicle advanced ticket, $30/standard vehicle on weekday, $35/standard vehicle on weekend

Enjoy a holiday-themed light experience from the inside of your vehicle. You’ll see different characters and themes using the latest LED technology and digital animations.

Unicorn World at Suburban Collection Showplace

Nov. 23-24, 2024

  • Address: 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi
  • Cost: $29.95-plus, free/under 2

See life-size animatronic unicorns, a magical forest, rides, inflatables, unicorn activities, arts and crafts, gift shop and more.

Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo

Nov. 23, 2024-Jan. 5, 2025

  • Address: 8450 W. Ten Mile Road, Royal Oak
  • Cost: $17-$26/advanced online pricing, free/2 and under, $8/parking

Encounter enchanting animal-themed light sculptures that bring a whimsical touch to the festive season and create a magical experience for all ages.

HollyDazzle at the Michigan Renaissance Festival

Nov. 29-Dec. 31, 2024

  • Address: 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly
  • Cost: $21.95/ages 13-plus, $21.95/one adult and one child bundle, $8.95/ages 5-12, free/ages 4 and under; free/parking

Stroll through the winter wonderland at the Michigan Renaissance Festival, which features over a dozen mesmerizing Christmas scenes. Visit with Santa Claus, experience a Polar Pub Crawl, join the Holiday Token Hunt and much more.

Birmingham Santa Walk in Downtown Birmingham

Nov. 30, 2024

  • Address: 12600 Dixie Highway, Holly
  • Cost: Free

This event offers free horse-drawn carriage rides and free hot chocolate, along with a walk downtown with Santa Claus. Registration is required.

Best November family events Wayne County

ELF The Musical
Photo credit: Jeremy Daniel, 2022

This month, there are so many great holiday shows to see with your family: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, ELF The Musical and A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage.  Find even more November events in Wayne County on our calendar.

UniverSoul Circus at  The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre

Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2024

  •     Address: 2600 Atwater St., Detroit
  •     Cost: $31.50-plus

See this exciting performance with a combination of theater, interactive circus arts and music. The opening weekend, UniverSoul Circus will transform into a haunted house complete with candy stations for trick-or-treating. Circus goers are encouraged to wear costumes and participate in the costume contest.

Día de los Muertos Celebration at Robert C. Valade Park

Nov. 2, 2024

  • Address: 2670 Atwater St., Detroit
  • Cost: Free admission

This family-friendly Día de los Muertos event features live music, children’s activities, Ballet Folklórico Moyocoyani Izel, food trucks and more.

Gold Over America Tour Starring Simone Biles at Little Caesars Arena

Nov. 3, 2024

  •     Address: 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit
  •     Cost: $50-plus

See Simone Biles, as she brings her all-star gymnastics squad to Little Caesars Arena to inspire the next generation of champions.

Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos 2024 at the Detroit Institute of Arts

Through Nov. 3, 2024

  •     Address: 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit
  •     Cost: Free w/general admission and for residents of Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties

Check out the ofrenda altars, or offerings, created by community members for Día de Muertos.

ELF The Musical at the Fox Theatre

Nov. 6-10, 2024

  • Address: 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit
  • Cost: $25-plus

This performance features Buddy the human who hid in Santa’s bag and lived his life as an elf. He travels to New York to find his real dad.

Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play at the Fisher Theatre

Nov. 10, 2024

  • Address: 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
  • Cost: $46-plus

See Mickey get ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals, including Minnie and Goofy, the Puppy Dog Pals, Ginny and Bitsy from SuperKitties and Ariel from Disney Jr.’s Ariel.

Wayne County Lightfest at the Merriman Hollow Park Area

Nov. 21-Dec. 24, 2024

  • Address: 7651 Merriman Road, Westland
  • Cost: $5/car (cash only)

This annual holiday favorite is a five-mile stretch of Hines Park that displays nearly 50 animated-themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.

A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage at the Fox Theatre

Nov. 24, 2024

  • Address: 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit
  • Cost: $25-plus

Families can see Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they go on a journey to uncover the true meaning of Christmas.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Fox Theatre

Nov. 27, 29-30, 2024

  • Address: 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit
  • Cost: $30-plus

See the Grinch as he discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday classic.

America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Nov. 28, 2024

  • Address: Woodward Ave. from Kirby to Congress, Detroit
  • Cost: Free

This 98th annual parade has all of your favorite floats, balloons, marching bands and entertainment.

Best November family events Washtenaw County

Sandhill Cranes
Photo credit: Waterloo Recreation Area

Washtenaw County has plenty for kids to do this month including The Great Pumpkin Roll in Saline and Santa Holiday Arrival Parade at Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor. Find even more November events in Washtenaw County on our calendar.

The Great Pumpkin Roll at Mill Pond Park

Nov. 2, 2024

  • Address: 1866 Woodland Drive, Saline
  • Cost: Free

Bring your Jack-O-Lantern to Mill Pond Park to roll your pumpkin down the hills as fast as you can in a competition. Winners will receive a fun mystery prize. There will also be donuts, hot cider and a pumpkin launcher.

2024 A2 Community Bookfest at Ann Arbor District Library

Nov. 3, 2024

  • Address: 343 S. 5th Ave., Ann Arbor
  • Cost: Free admission

This fest features activities for all ages, story times, discussion groups, keynote author talks and more.

Sandhill Crane Tour at Eddy Discovery Center

Nov. 3, 2024

  •     Address: 17030 Bush Road, Chelsea
  •     Cost: $2/person, $5/family

Hear from local crane enthusiast, Bill Wells at the Discovery Center with a short discussion of Sandhill Cranes.  Afterwards, he will lead a driving tour to view cranes in the fields around the Waterloo Recreation Area. Bring binoculars and cameras.  Advanced registration required.

Santa Holiday Arrival Parade at Briarwood Mall

Nov. 21, 2024

  • Address: 100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor
  • Cost: Free

The parade begins in the JCPenney Court and goes across the mall to the Santa Set in the Von Maur Court. There will be festival performances, too.

Riverside Holiday Art Fair

Nov. 23-24, 2024

  • Address: 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti
  • Cost: $1/suggested donation

This holiday art fair focuses on handmade art, vintage goods and self care products and features over 60 vendors.

Ypsi Artisan Holiday Market at Ypsilanti Freight House

Nov. 30, 2024

  • Address: 100 Market Place, Ypsilanti
  • Cost: Free admission

This 4th annual market features over 40 crafters, small businesses, non-profit organizations, food vendors, live entertainment and more.


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