5 Things To Do In Fenton Before The Kids Go Back To School

It's hard to believe, but soon summer will be winding down. So before the kids head back to school, why not spend some time as a family enjoying all that our community has to offer?

If you're looking for a place to get started, we've rounded up five fun things to do in the Fenton area before the kids head back to school. Pro tip: Call ahead to confirm hours and access, stay hydrated, and if you're heading outdoors, bring plenty of SPF and bug spray!

1. Silver Lake Park

Address: 16000 Jennings Rd, Fenton , MI 48430
Phone: 810-618-8862

Silver Lake Park, the largest park in Fenton, covers 35.4 acres and provides a wide range of activities for kids. The park includes ball fields, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, badminton courts, and children's play equipment. It also boasts a 300-foot beach with lifeguards. Starting on Aug. 21, the beach will close at 7:30 p.m., and the park will close at 8 p.m. Click here for more info.

2. Fenton-Winegarden Library

Address: 200 E Caroline St, Fenton, MI 48430
Phone: 810-629-7612

Ease the kids back to school with a trip to the Fenton-Winegarden Library! Throughout the month of August, the library’s events calendar is full of special story times, arts and crafts sessions, and crochet learning classes. Every member of the family can find something to read, listen to, or do! Click here for more info.

3. Flint Children’s Museum

Address: 1602 W University Ave, Flint, MI 48504
Phone: 810-767-5437

Ideal for children ages 0 to 8, Flint Children’s Museum offers hands-on play opportunities. With over 40 exhibits, such as the outdoor garden area “Sproutside,” a kid-sized community called “Our Town,” and a special “Tot Spot” for the littlest kids, there is no limit to imaginative fun. Click here for more info.

4. Fairytale Fun Place

Address: 7127 Dixie Hwy, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346
Phone: 248-707-2485

At the Fun Place in nearby Clarkston, kids can explore a huge play structure featuring giant slides, a ropes course, a zip-track, and many challenging obstacles. This will spark their imagination and keep them busy for hours. The Fun Place also offers nearly 20 arcade games and hosts Fun Fridayz with interactive shows featuring beloved characters. Click here for more info.

5. Rolladium Family Fun Center

Address: 4475 Highland Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48328
Phone: 248-674-3949

Nearby Waterford Township is home to “floor-to-ceiling fun” at the Rolladium Family Fun Center. Families can rollerskate around the rink, play in the arcade, and try out the on-site ropes course. Click here for more info.

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