Featured Activities and Partners Include:

• Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum: Discover the wonder of nature with our "Wonder Walks," get creative with "Nature Art," and enjoy spontaneous play at our "Nature Play Pop-Ups."

• Leslie Science & Nature Center / Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum: Go Wild!

• Drummunity: Tap into communal beats at our drum circle and join in the fun with hands-on percussion activities, suitable for all ages and musical abilities.

• Shades of the Outdoors: Enjoy campsite classics and tent demos that are fun for all ages and skill levels.

• City of Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation: Weave a Robin’s Nest!  Gather, twist, and tuck natural materials as you learn how birds build their homes.

• Ann Arbor District Library (AADL): Challenge yourself and others with oversized versions of classic games like Giant Jenga, perfect for building skills and friendships.

• WholeMind Design/Playmaking Now: Let's Build a Sculpture Together

Weather Policy

Big Play Day will proceed rain or shine, with the following exceptions:

• If there is thunder and lightning or a tornado
• In case of an air quality alert with a high-risk level 
• If there is an extremely heavy downpour that prevents setup and safe walking conditions in the Arb.
• In the event of extreme heat

If the event is canceled due to weather, an update will be posted to this page.