Free and Affordable Events | July 27th- August 2nd, 2025
July may be winding down, but summer fun is far from over! Whether it feels like the season just started or it’s flying by, there’s still plenty of time to soak up the sunshine and enjoy all that Metro Detroit has to offer. This week, we’re highlighting seven great ways to connect with your community and make the most of the summer season, all while sticking to your budget.
Sunday, July 27th – Enjoy an Afternoon of Crafting at the DIA
Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: Free admission for residents of Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties; $20.00 for adults, $8.00 for children.
Highlights: Mobile art cart, multiple mediums and creative activities.
Kick off your week with a creative afternoon at the Detroit Institute of Arts! Check out the Library For Now—a mobile art cart stocked with books, art supplies, and hands-on activities. Whether you're crafting or just soaking in the inspiration, this event is perfect for all ages to explore their creative side!
Monday, July 28th – Sensory Friendly Play at Urban Air
Time: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cost: Passes range from $11-$40, see prices online.
Highlights: Trampolines, obstacle courses, relaxed fun.
Looking for a fun, sensory friendly evening of play? Head to Urban Air Adventure Park in Livonia for relaxed and inclusive fun! With dimmed lights and no loud music, this special event offers an enjoyable, accessible space for individuals with sensory processing challenges and their families.
Tuesday, July 29th – Tuesday Morning Tunes
Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Cost: Free to attend.
Highlights: Student performers, live music, fun activities for kids.
Ready to rock out, superhero style? Visit Canton’s Heritage Park for Tuesdays are Terrific, a concert series with family friendly music, delicious eats and tons of fun! Featuring student performers from the School of Rock and superhero themed fun, this event is a great way to connect with your neighbors and get your groove on!
Wednesday, July 30th – City Square Street Fair
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cost: Free to attend.
Highlights: Local vendors, food and dessert trucks, face painting.
Swing by the Warren City Square Street Fair for an evening packed with activities for the whole family! Adults will love shopping from local vendors and food trucks while little ones can participate in airbrush face painting, crafts, and playing on various inflatables. With live entertainment from a ventriloquist and a movie night under the stars, this activity is sure to make for an amazing evening.
Thursday, July 31st – Take a Behind the Scenes Tour of the Fisher Theatre
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 for members, $40 for guests.
Highlights: Guided tour, theatrical history.
Ever wondered what happens behind a Broadway stage? Take a behind the scenes tour of Detroit’s iconic Fisher Theatre and get an inside look on all things performing arts! This exclusive tour offers rare access to historical architecture, backstage areas, and the inside scoop on stories that have taken place both on and off the stage. For theatre lovers, it’s an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Friday, August 1st – Shop Local at the Buy Michigan Now Festival
Time: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost: Free to attend.
Highlights: Shop from Michigan-based vendors, businesses and entrepreneurs.
Shop Michigan-based vendors and products at the 9th annual Buy Michigan Now festival, happening in South Lyon! Reserved exclusively for exhibitors that are based in Michigan, this festival features treats and goods all made in the Mitten state. It’s the perfect opportunity to show your Michigan pride, shop local and celebrate everything that makes Michigan the place we like to call home.
Saturday, August 2nd – Meet the Fleet in Waterford
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost: Free to attend.
Highlights: Vehicle showcase, food trucks.
Get up close and personal with police cars, fire trucks, and construction vehicles at this hands-on showcase at Waterford Township Hall! Kids will love climbing aboard and chatting with the real-life heroes who operate them. It’s sure to be a fun and educational day for the whole family.
Making the most of your summer doesn’t have to break the bank. Metro Detroit is full of budget-friendly ways to connect with your community, explore your local neighborhood, and experience the unique charm of the city. From strolling through local street fairs and meeting real-life community heroes to taking behind-the-scenes tours of iconic venues, there’s no shortage of summer fun to be found. Here’s to another great week, Metro Detroit!
