February in Metro Detroit: The Ultimate Family Fun Guide

February may be the shortest month, but Metro Detroit is brimming with family-friendly events to keep everyone entertained.

 

Experience New Exhibits

 

Explore fresh exhibits at local museums this winter.

 

DaVinci The Exhibition at The Henry Ford in Dearborn offers an interactive journey into the genius of Leonardo da Vinci.

 

Detroit Red Wings At 100: Becoming HockeyTown at the Detroit Historical Museum celebrates a century of hockey history in the city.

 

Ice Dinosaurs at the Sloan Museum of Discovery in Flint showcases prehistoric creatures in a frozen setting.

 

Mystery of the Mayan Medallion at the Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills delves into ancient Mayan culture.

 

Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family at the Grand Rapids Public Museum introduces visitors to the tyrannosaur family tree.

 

Find a Winter Festival

 

Celebrate the season at these winter festivals featuring ice sculptures, slides, and more.

 

Zehnder’s Snowfest in Frankenmuth runs from January 28 to February 1, showcasing impressive snow and ice sculptures.

 

Plymouth Ice Festival takes place from January 30 to February 1, with ice carvings displayed throughout downtown Plymouth.

 

Ice Carving Show in Mount Clemens is scheduled for January 31 to February 1, featuring live ice carving demonstrations.

 

Shiver On The River in Detroit is set for Saturday, February 7, offering family-friendly activities along the Detroit River.

 

Winterfest events are happening in Berkley, Clarkston, Lake Orion, Trenton, Hartland, and Warren on various dates in February, each offering unique winter activities.

 

World of Winter in Grand Rapids runs daily through March 1, featuring interactive art installations and winter-themed events.

 

Special Events

 

Looking for memorable experiences? Check out these special events.

 

Motor City Winter Dog Classic in Novi from February 5 to 8 showcases various dog breeds in competition.

 

Hare and Tortoise at Music Hall in Detroit on February 8 presents a delightful performance for children.

 

Disney On Ice in Detroit from February 12 to 15 brings beloved Disney characters to the ice.

 

Detroit Boat Show in Novi from February 5 to 8 features the latest in boating and marine technology.

 

Dancing with the Stars in Detroit on February 24 offers a live performance of the popular dance competition.

 

Autorama in Detroit from February 27 to March 1 showcases custom cars and hot rods.

 

The Pout-Pout Fish in Macomb on February 26 presents a musical adaptation of the popular children's book.

 

Celebrate with Your Loved Ones

 

February is a month of love. Celebrate with family and friends at these dance events.

 

Daddy/Daughter Dance in Oak Park on February 1.

 

Mother/Son Dance in Howell on February 3 and 4.

 

Daddy Daughter Dance in Rochester Hills on February 4.

 

Family Dance in Howell on February 5.

 

Sweetheart Dance in Howell on February 6.

 

Disney Villain’s Daddy Daughter Dance in New Baltimore on February 6.

 

Butterfly Ball in Canton on February 6 and 7.

 

Daddy Daughter Dance events are also happening in Waterford, Novi, Clawson, West Bloomfield, Dearborn, Ferndale, Brownstown, Ann Arbor, Farmington Hills, Wixom, Shelby Township, Tecumseh, and Taylor on various dates in February.

 

Snow Day Activities

 

Embrace the winter weather with these outdoor activities.

 

Visit local ski resorts in Metro Detroit and Michigan for a day on the slopes.

 

Enjoy outdoor ice rinks available throughout the region.

 

Experience the thrill of snow tubing at designated hills.

 

Find popular sledding hills in your area for family fun.

 

Need a camp for your kids during mid-winter break? Check out our list of camps in Metro Detroit!