If the playground, park and movie routine is getting a little tired, why not do something different with the kids this weekend? From a trucking event to a roller rink, these events will win approval from everyone in the family.
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Detroit Touch-A-Truck
From the event description:
West Riverfront Park will feature some heavy-duty metal on Saturday, May 11th as the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy hosts the fourth annual Touch-a-Truck.Touch-a-Truck is a free hands-on family event that will provide children with the opportunity to explore large vehicles of all types, including those used by professionals in construction, public safety, transportation, landscaping and other industries. Children will be allowed to get behind the wheel of these vehicles and meet the people who help to build, protect, beautify and serve our community. Crafts and games will also be part of the day’s entertainment.
When: Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: West Riverfront Park, 1801 W. Jefferson Ave.
Price: Free
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Mother's Day at Beacon Park
From the event description:
It's time to celebrate the moms in your life. Take mom to Lumen Detroit for a nice brunch and stop through Beacon Park Detroit before or after for live music, lawn games and some fun inside the Beacon Parkcade.
When: Sunday, May 12, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Beacon Park, 1903 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48226
Price: Free
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Up to 51 Percent Off at Operation City Quest
From the Operation City Quest deal description:
Digital family-friendly scavenger hunt game sends teams through city competing to find items, complete challenges with help of a remote guide. Enjoy admission up to 51 percent off the regular cost.Operation City Quest sends players on real-life scavenger hunts. The goal is to find over a hundred notable objects in your city, each differing in points and difficulty and document the process along the way. The entire game is played via smartphone, which acts as a guide to the next destination. As you check off the items on your list, you earn points.
Where: 199 W. Jefferson Ave., Downtown Detroit
Price: $19.50 (City Quest for two); $40.50 (City Quest for four); $61.50 (City Quest for six)
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50 Percent Off Roller Skating at Detroit Roller Wheels
From the Detroit Roller Wheels deal description:
Shoot the moon, walk the duck or just go for a leisurely skate across a massive hardwood at Detroit Roller Wheels for up to 50 percent off the regular cost.
Where: 16611 Schoolcraft Ave., Grandmont
Price: $22 (Admission and skate rental for four); $12 (Admission and skate rental for two)
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