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Top 5 Things To Do In Ann Arbor Area With Kids This Week

Fun events around Ann Arbor the week of Jan. 27 - Feb. 2

By Andrea Hollandsworth January 25, 2025

Every week, Macaroni KID Ann Arbor shares our picks for five things to do with your kids over the coming week. 

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1. Cupid Shuffle - Ypsilanti - Saturday, Feb. 1st

This Valentine themed race includes a 2 mile, 5K and 10K. Fun for the whole family.  The course is sprinkled with fun photo ops and a finish line filled with sweet treats & high fives. 


2. G is for Gladiator - The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, Ann Arbor - Sat. Feb. 1st

Join us for a kid-friendly tour of the Roman exhibits, centering on the Kelsey Museum’s new gladiator Kelsey in Focus case! We will begin by reading aloud some highlights from G is for Gladiator, written by Debbie and Michael Shoulders. Then we will explore the galleries to find artifacts pictured in the book—including brightly colored frescoes, mosaics, jewelry, coins, and toys. This tour is great for our younger visitors, ages 4–8.  This event is free and open to all visitors.


3. How to Become a Fossil? - Museum of Natural History, Ann Arbor - Sat. Feb. 1st

Explore how fossils form and what parts of animals can become fossilized. How old are the earliest fossils? How old does something have to be before it is considered a fossil? You’ll touch some real fossils, learn the different types of fossil evidence, and discover what is necessary to become a fossil.  Free.


4. Ann Arbor Farmers Market - Sat. Feb. 1st

The market proudly brings fresh produce, farm products, prepared food, beverages, and artisan items to the community all year. The 105-year-old market is producer-only, featuring 125 vendors from Michigan.


5. Open Skate - Yost Ice Arena - Sun. Feb 2nd

Public Skate gives you the chance to skate on the same ice as the Varsity Hockey Team and skate at one of the most recognized and iconic rinks in college hockey.  

$10 Adults, $5 Kids, $5 Skate Rental


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