10 Things To Do With Your Kids This Fall In MI

Busy back-to-school schedules in the fall make it harder for Michigan parents to spend meaningful time with their children.

It’s a matter of intentionally scheduling time. From seasonal harvest festivals to arts and crafts workshops to pumpkin smashes, several upcoming events in the Detroit area are perfect for creating fall traditions and lasting memories with the kiddos.

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Here are 10 upcoming kid-friendly events you shouldn’t miss:

• Zoo Boo (Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak): Oct. 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26. Enjoy trick-or-treating at the zoo, family-friendly entertainment, character meet-and-greets and seasonal fun at every turn.
• Witching Hour at Glenlore Trails (3860 Newton Road, Commerce Township): Open through Nov. 2. The event features a walk through a spooky, light-enhanced trail.
• Haunted Attractions at Blake's Cider Mill (71485 North Ave, Armada): Weekends through Nov. 1. Haunted hayrides, zombie attractions and eerie storytelling.
• Little Goblins (Ford House - Grosse Pointe Shores): Oct. 25. Specifically desgined for little ones to enjoy daytime festivities without the scares.
• Family Fall Fest (Troy Community Center in Troy): Oct 11. Activities include: Bounce houses, cider and donuts, face painting, hay rides, pumpkin patch, and more.
• Pumpkin Palooza (Downtown Plymouth): Oct 19. Dress up with your friends, family, kids, neighbors for a trick-or-treating.
• Kids’ Halloween Stroll (Village Arts Factory in Canton): Oct. 25. Activities include games, music, art, treats, decorations, and costumes.
• Spooktacular (Downtown Auburn Hills): Oct. 25. The city's main Halloween event and includes trick-or-treating.
• The Legend of Sleepy Howell (Downtown Howell): Oct. 18. Trick-or-treating and other fall-themed activities including a touch a truck event.
• Pumpkin Smash (Council Point Park in Lincoln Park): Nov. 1. Smash your pumpkins that will be turned into compost.