In Oakland County

Avon Players

1185 Washington, Rochester Hills 48306 (248) 608-9077 • www.avonplayers.org

Community theatre September - May. Youth theatre in the summer. Call or log on for performance and ticket information.

Clarkston Village Players

4861 White Lake Road, Clarkston 48346 (248) 625-8811 • www.clarkstonvillageplayers.org

Community theatre runs year round, includes summer youth theatre.

Detroit Zoo

Woodward Ave. at Ten Mile, Royal Oak 48067 (248) 541-5717 • www.detroitzoo.org

Open 362 days a year. Features 125 acres of open natural habitats that are home to 230+ species. There are numerous attractions including the world’s largest Penguinarium, Reptile Conservation Center, Arctic Ring of Life, Australian Outback, Wildlife Interpretive Gallery, Carousel, Railroad, Simulator Ride, and 4-D Theater. Admission and Parking Fees. The zoo also operates the Belle Isle Nature Center on Belle Isle in Detroit.

Flagstar Strand Theatre Pontiac

12 N. Saginaw St., Pontiac 48342 (248) 309-6442 • www.FlagstarStrand.com

Offering a diverse selection of high-quality arts programming the Flagstar Strand Theatre hosts a wide variety of events each year from international touring artists to local favorites and performances by the STArt Youth Theatre company. Housed in a three-story Renaissance-style building in the heart of downtown Pontiac, Flagstar Strand Theatre has 2 internal performance venues – the historic 900 seat Grand Theatre and the more intimate Second @ Strand Stage. In 2020 it opened a third performance space using their iconic marquee as a performing space.

Holly Dickens Festival

Late November/Early December each year. www.hollydickensfestival.org

Lose yourself to the “Spirit of Christmas” by being part of a very real, very unique “A Christmas Carol” immersion Be part of the oldest and longest running Dickens Festival in the United States.

Holocaust Memorial Center

28123 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills 48334 (248) 553-2400 • www.holocaustcenter.org

This is an opportunity to learn about the Holocaust, European Jewish communities and Jewish visitors can research their roots in the world’s largest collection of books and resources. There are lecture series, travel opportunities, teacher seminars and a speakers’ bureau. Numerous exhibits and gift shop. Call for hours.

Lego Discovery Center

(Great Lakes Crossing) Baldwin Rd., Auburn Hills 48326 (248) 409-6001 www.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/michigan

This indoor family attraction is perfect for children ages 3 -10. There is a large play area, creative workshop, models of Detroit landmarks, Lego rides and 4-D theater. Tickets may be purchased online.

Main Street Downtown Rochester

Annual Christmas Parade and Big Bright Light Show –Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day www.downtownrochestermi.com

The parade is a televised event running down Main Street in Rochester in early December. Stake out your space early! The light show involves all buildings lit up with lights strung every six inches. A wonderful sight at night.

Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum

31005 Orchard Lake Rd., Farmington Hills 48334 (248) 626-5020 • www.marvin3m.com

Listed as one of the most unusual museums in the country, there are thousands of toys, machines, and one-of-a-kind collectibles.

Michigan Renaissance Festival

12600 Dixie Highway, Holly, 48442 (248) 634-5552 • www.michrenfest.com

A truly unique entertainment experience with knights in armor, joisting, strolling musicians, themed feasts and weekends, specialty acts and active marketplace. Runs from mid-August through September. Check the website for information about activities, events and festival fees.

Meadow Brook

(on Oakland University campus)

Adams and Walton, Rochester, 48309

Amphitheatre –(313) 471-7000 • www.313presents.com

May through September serves as a popular outdoor entertainment venue. Pavilion and lawn seating. Home to Meadow Brook Gardens as well.

Meadow Brook Hall(248) 364-6200 • www.meadowbrookhall.org

The Matilda Dodge Wilson Estate (widow of auto baron John Dodge) is a beautiful 100-room Tudor revival style mansion built in 1929. It boasts 23 fireplaces, 39 chimneys and 3 kitchens. It is the 4th largest historic house museum in the country. For special events and tours please call. Open daily year-round. Fee.

Meadow Brook Theatre

Adams and Walton, 207 Wilson Hall, Rochester, 48309 (248) 377-3300 • www.mbtheatre.com

Meadow Brook Theatre is Michigan’s largest professional theatre company. Over the years it has won awards and critical acclaim for the high quality of the comedies, mysteries, dramas and musicals; from its accomplished actors to the lavish sets and beautiful costumes. They also have a series for children. Located on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester Hills, MBT’s theatre provides an intimate experience. Handicapped seating and free parking.

Oakland County Fair PO Box 365, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg 48350 (248) 634-8830 • www.oakfair.org

This annual fair was founded in the 1880’s. 4-H fair memberships and event applications are available online.

Oakland County Farmers and Flea Market

2350 Pontiac Lake Rd. Waterford 48328 (248) 858-5495 www.oakgov.com/parks/ parksandtrails/farmers-market

Open year round, but not daily, the market offers food specialty items, farm and garden produce and flea market booths on site. Log on for hours and links to vendor websites.

Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society

405 Cesar Chavez Ave., Pontiac 48342

(248) 338-6732 www.ocphs.org

Pine Grove Historical Museum includes the Governor Moses Wisner Mansion, Drayton Plains one room schoolhouse and carriage house, research library and Pioneer Museum. Call Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for information and hours.

Olde World Canterbury Village

2359 Joslyn Ct., Lake Orion 48360

(248) 391-5700 • www.canterburyvillage.com

A designated historical landmark, the Village extends over 21 acres on the old Scripps Farm. There are specialty shops and restaurant on site along with cider mill. Call for hours.

Palazzo di Bocce

4291 S. Lapeer Rd, Orion Township 48359 (248) 371-9987 • www.palazzodibocce.com

Closed Sundays and Mondays. Largest and most elaborate bocce facility in the United States, a unique venue and comfortable atmosphere for all ages. Play bocce on one of 10 indoor tournament-sized courts. Courtside snacking and cocktails. Reservations recommended. Soft-soled shoes and appropriate casual attire required for bocce play.

Paint Creek Center for the Arts

407 Pine St., Rochester 48307 (248) 657-4110 • www.pccart.org

Paint Creek Center for the Arts (PCCA) helps people in our region explore, experience, and share their creativity through art classes, exhibitions, outreach programs, community projects, and the annual Art & Apples Festival® – which consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top art festivals year after year.

Pine Knob Music Theatre

33 Bob Seger Drive, Clarkston 48348 (313) 471-7000 • www.313presents.com

May through September. Outdoor, 15,000 seat concert venue. Both pavilion and lawn seating available. Major national tours and concerts.

Ridgedale Players

205 W. Long Lake Road, Troy 48098 (248) 988-7049 • www.ridgedaleplayers.com

One of the oldest community theatre groups in Michigan (over 75 years), with a junior actor program as well.

Rochester Hills Museum

1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester 48306 (at Van Hoosen Farm) (248) 656-4663 • www.rochesterhills.org (Click on “Things to Do”)

Open year-round Friday and Saturday, 12:00-3:00 p.m. or by appointment. Tours available. Admission charge. Located in an 1840s Greek Revival farmhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it was home to five generations. It features period furnishings and artifacts. Located within historic Stoney Creek Village, the area includes the 1848 Stoney Creek School, farmhouses and Greek Revival homes built before the Civil War. A self-guided tour brochure is available at the museum. Streets bordering the area are Tienken, Washington and Runyon.

Sea Life Aquarium (at Great Lakes Crossing)

4316 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, 48326

(248) 409-6001 • www.visitsealife.com

This 35,000 square foot underwater world features 5,000 creatures in 20 themed displays. Come explore the interactive touch pool, walk through the ocean tunnel, watch the sharks feeding, and listen to the fun programs about “why” and “how”. Log on to the website for hours and tickets.

Stagecrafters (at the Historic Baldwin Theatre)

415 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak 48061 (248) 541-6430 • www.stagecrafters.org

September through July. This theatre group presents musicals, comedies and dramas. Also special youth theatre programs.

Tree Runner Adventure Park and Mini Golf

6200 Drake Rd., West Bloomfield 48322 (248) 419-1550 • www.treerunnerparks.com/westbloomfield

Over 250 obstacles and zip lines, numerous courses at a variety of levels. Seasonal park. Check website for hours. Also, one in Rochester Hills on the campus of Oakland University at Walton and Adams Road.

Upland Hills Farm

481 Lake George Rd., Oxford 48370 (248) 628-1611 • www.uplandhillsfarm.com

Hayrides, camps and special events. Seasonal, log on for hours.