Fri. Aug. 24
Treehouse Storytime: Awesome Amphibians
Sprout the love of reading and nature while sharing books, singing songs and making a craft. Recommended for families with children ages two and older. 11am-12pm.
For-Mar Nature Preserve, 2142 N. Genesee Rd., Burton
Movies Under the Stars: Moana
Communities First, Inc.’s Culture Shock program presents the 2018 Movies Under the Stars summer film series. The pre-party of this free, fun family event starts at 7:30pm and the movie begins at dusk. There will be a luau, dance party, lawn games, bounce house and tons of family fun! Movie snacks such as popcorn, candy and water will be provided. There will also be prize drawings for T-shirts and gift cards.
Flint City Hall, back lawn, 1101 S. Saginaw St., Flint
Flint Institute of Arts presents: Happy Hour Patio Nights – Trivia
Trivia! Teams of up to eight people compete for fun FIA prizes, with topics that include pop culture, sports, history, and art! Trivia begins at 7pm. Swing into summer with Friday Night Happy Hour on the FIA patio! Drink specials from 5-9pm.
Flint Institute of Arts 1120 E. Kearsley St., Flint
Fri. Aug. 24-Sat. Aug. 25
Crim Festival of Races
Enjoy two-days of family fun as the city of Flint welcomes over 15,000 runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts to participate in this annual event featuring the CRIM 10-Mile Road Race, along with a variety of other running/walking races, a Health & Fitness Expo, a Friday evening Crim Pasta Party and the Michigan Mile Race Series. After Saturday races, which begin at 7:30 am, enjoy an afternoon of fun with live music, an entertainment tent, food vendors and more.
Downtown Flint’s Entertainment District, Saginaw Street, Flint
Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad presents: Day Out with Thomas
Day Out with Thomas is back for their annual visit to Crossroads Village. This favorite engine is a dream-come-true for all young visitors. Enjoy a train ride with Thomas, meet special guests throughout the weekend and much more. Thomas tickets include admission into Crossroads Village, Thomas and village activities. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended.
Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad, 6140 Bray Rd., Flint
Sat. Aug. 25
For-Mar Nature Preserve: Honey Bee Live Inspection
Join Bee Keeper Jim Withers from Withers Mountain Honey Farm, at For-Mar’s Arboretum and find out how our busy bee friends are doing as he opens up some learning hives. Recommended for families of all ages. 10-11am.
For-Mar Nature Preserve, 2142 N. Genesee Rd., Burton
Swartz Creek Kiwanis Art in the Park Festival
Known as one of the most successful annual art fairs in Mid-Michigan, browse and purchase fine art along with entertainment, local foods and engaging children activities. This is a juried, fine art show that includes paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media and more from 9am-5pm.
Swartz Creek Elms Park, 4150 Elms Rd., Swartz Creek
Auto City Speedway presents: Pro Late Model III
Experience a fast-paced, fun-filled family night at the tracks featuring Champion Night with Herald Pure Stocks, the All-American Truck Series, Figure 8’s, MCR Dwarf cars, Spectator Drags and Kiddy Stocks and Tire Roll for kids. Come early to sign up (10 kids per race),4:30-10pm.
Auto City Speedway, 10205 N. Saginaw St., Clio
Bishop Trust Concert Series: Blues on the Library Lawn
Enjoy some sizzling, hot summer live Blues music on the lawn of the Flint Public Library featuring a special performance by Maurice “King of the Party Blues” Davis and band. Recommended for families of all ages. 6-10pm.
Flint Public Library/Main Branch, 1026 E. Kearsley St., Flint
For-Mar Nature Preserve: Astro Nite
Celebrate the end of summer and the night sky by heading outside with For-Mar staff and other Astronomy lovers for activities, crafts, telescopes, a campfire and more. Recommended for families of all ages.8-10pm. Admission is free.
For-Mar Nature Preserve, 2142 N. Genesee Rd., Burton
Michigan Renaissance Festival – Highland Fling
Take a time-travel adventure into the 16th century where patrons enjoy the sights and sounds of a 17-acre village, complete with building reproductions of Renaissance shops, taverns and a beautiful castle. Continuous entertainment takes place on the streets and on a variety of themed-stages featuring comedy, theater shows and music. Enjoy adult and children games, people-powered rides and full-contact armored jousting tournaments. Also, enjoy fabulous food and browse the Crafter Marketplace where over 300 artisans display their gallery-quality works for sale. Come out and celebrate Highland Fling, featuring performances by the Flint Scottish Pipe Band, men in kilts competition, the Highland Heavy games, race for the rattle and more.
Michigan Renaissance Festival, 12600 Dixie Highway, Holly
Sun. Aug. 26
Free Day at Flint Children’s Museum
It’s Free Day at the Children’s Museum! Free entrance to museum and Sproutside sponsored by Genesee County Department of Health and Human Services from 12-5pm.
Flint Children’s Museum, 1602 W. University Ave., Flint
Sloan Museum presents: TEA Rex
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
This kid-friendly prehistoric tea service includes small snacks, an assortment of teas and a special Tea Rex punch. Admission to the Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit is included.
Sloan Museum/Courtland Center Mall Location, 4190 E. Court St., Flint
Searching for Salamanders
Join the For-Mar team and explore Genesee County Parks newest park. With wetlands, ponds, streams and fallen logs, this new property looks like perfect salamander territory. All amphibian and reptile findings will be added to the Michigan Herp Atlas. Recommended for families with children 5 years and older. 2-3:30pm.
Atlas County Park, 9139 Hegel Rd., Goodrich
