Free events in Canton, MI

Celebrate four years with a weekend of festivities, including the Grand Opening of the Pawliday Market, Christmas photos with Rachel Craft Pet Photography on Saturday, free cake for people and pups, discounts, and a cookie decorating party. More information about the cookie decorating party will be shared soon.

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This workshop explores creative approaches to living with chronic pain and illness. Through expressive art therapy, mindfulness, and embodied awareness, participants will explore ways to express and navigate pain, consider new possibilities for life with limitations, and connect with themselves and others. The workshop is led by Gwynneth, an artist, facilitator, and clinical social worker who specializes in disability justice and supports people with chronic pain and illness.

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Browse a variety of items at this annual fall garage sale. Friday admission is $2 per person for an early chance to shop, while Saturday admission is free. The sale is cash only. During the final hour on Saturday, fill a bag for the price of the bag. All are welcome.

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A free happy-hour concert featuring Michigan singer-songwriter Nick James. His performance combines soulful vocals, acoustic guitar, and live looping, bringing original songs, improvisation, and storytelling together in arrangements created in the moment.

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Explore how personal spiritual growth connects with the well-being and progress of others and the wider community. This welcoming conversation draws on the Bahá’í Teachings to consider how looking beyond oneself and serving others can contribute to one’s own spiritual development. People of all backgrounds and beliefs are welcome, and the event is free.

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Spend an evening with poetry, prose, and creative writing. The program begins with a writing workshop taught by Tara Hardy and Bradley Kraft, followed by an open mic hosted by Tara Hardy and featuring Detroit spoken word artist Urban Legin'd Obasaki. A writer, co-author, and performer, Obasaki has earned recognition in performance poetry competitions, including the 2023 All City Slam Championship and the 2024 Motown Mic Artist of the Year award. His work includes a co-written stage play and the novel Don’t Believe Your Lying Eyes, which is being adapted for film. This free community event celebrates local art.

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Fish & Loaves in Taylor is a Mahican District drop-off location for the 2026 Scouting for Food drive. For more information or to register, visit the Michigan Scouting website.

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A dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting for the new Belleville Municipal Center is followed by an open house. Visitors can tour the facility and enjoy refreshments provided by Crafted Beanery. The event welcomes residents, neighbors, and community partners.

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Celebrate the many forms of printmaking with a vendor fair featuring letterpress, screen-printed, block-printed, and other hand-printed goods. The festival also includes talks by printmakers, opportunities to try different printmaking techniques, and drop-in printing demonstrations.

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Take part in a calming, hands-on candle making workshop dedicated to honoring a loved one. Attendees can reflect, share memories, and find support in community while moving through the holiday season with warmth and light. The workshop is free and open to all.

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Discover audio upgrade options for Harley-Davidson motorcycles in this free workshop. Learn about the latest Rockford Fosgate audio systems, hear expert insights, and get answers to your audio upgrade questions. Lunch and drinks, including wings, chips, and cookies, are provided.

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Refresh and reset with a guided nature walk inspired by Shin-rin Yoku, or forest bathing. Led by Ellen, who is trained and certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, the walk focuses on sensory engagement and offers an opportunity to reconnect with the world around you and yourself.

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Enjoy a free Pathfinder Society game night held every other Saturday. The first two sessions are designed to introduce players to the game. The sessions are run by Christopher Fletcher and Pathfinder Society, with no prizing.

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Michigame Design Lab brings together board and card game designers from Southeast Michigan for playtesting and feedback. The group includes experienced designers with published games as well as newcomers, and welcomes feedback from people of all experience levels. The event is free, and attendees are encouraged to purchase drinks or snacks to support use of the space.

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This free public mental health conversation series offers a supportive setting for connection, reflection, and honest dialogue. Round-table discussions explore a range of mental health topics, giving participants space to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. People are welcome to listen, speak, or simply be present.

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Enjoy a free hour of bingo and good company. Bring friends, take a seat, and play for prizes awarded to winners each round, with plenty of chances to win and share some laughs. No cost to play.

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The Livonia Historical Society welcomes Jim Cameron of the Michigan Oral History Association for a program about the J.W. Westcott Company, titled “Mail by the Pail: An Oral History of the J.W. Westcott Co.” Society meetings are free and open to the public, and memberships start at $20.

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The United States Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note bring a live concert to their Midwest fall tour. The performance features jazz classics, innovative new arrangements, and patriotic selections honoring those who have served. Tickets are free.

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Enjoy a complimentary lunch and learn about the importance of funeral planning through a presentation.

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Enjoy a Thanksgiving dessert in a welcoming setting filled with conversation and expressions of gratitude. The gathering features entertainment and celebrates community, connection, and thankfulness.

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Sporcle Live Trivia at HopCat Ann Arbor offers two games each week. Play for free, compete for prizes awarded to the top teams, and enjoy food and drinks. Trivia is open to casual players and seasoned pros alike.

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Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Pediatrics - Schoolcraft hosts free monthly group meetings for expectant parents and parents of new patients from birth through age 18. This in-person session offers time to meet the pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners, ask questions about a child's health plan, tour the office, and learn about the practice philosophy, office hours, and other key details. The practice is currently welcoming new patients and emphasizes partnering to support each child's health and well-being. For questions about virtual Meet the Providers events, call (734) 884-5200.

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Learn the basics of Medicare at a free educational seminar covering its four parts, Medigap supplements, Medicare Advantage, and IRMAA. Sub sandwiches, chips, and soft drinks will be provided. RSVPs are appreciated.

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AFC Ann Arbor’s Soccer 101 chalk talk social offers a chance to connect with fellow fans and explore the game. Sporting Director Eric Rudland will discuss tactics and styles of play from the 2026 Men’s World Cup and look ahead to the 2027 Women’s World Cup. The conversation is open to longtime followers and those curious to learn more. The event is free and open to all ages, and an RSVP is helpful for planning but not required.

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Explore how plant-based eating can benefit people, animals, and the environment, and get tips for adding more plant-based meals to your life. Free plant-based food samples will be served. For adults 18 and older.

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Discover fresh produce, farm products, prepared foods, beverages, and artisan goods at this year-round, producer-only market with a 107-year history. Offerings include seasonal fruits and vegetables, mushrooms, herbs, eggs, meat, poultry, fish, flowers, plants, honey, maple syrup, cheese, breads, baked goods, drinks, candles, body care products, jewelry, art, clothing, ceramics, gifts, and more.

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Discover the stories behind familiar fruits and vegetables with Carol Brodbeck, including why the tomato was declared a vegetable and which vegetable General Grant requested for troops at the front. This program is sponsored by the Livonia Historical Commission.

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Enjoy a free happy hour concert featuring Ralph Santarpia, whose pop-inflected rock and roll brings a music career dating back to the late 1960s back to the stage. His music has been featured in movies, on national television, and on radio stations across the country.

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Detroit Pet People is a welcoming monthly gathering for pet owners, future pet parents, and animal lovers to ask questions, share experiences, and learn together. Each session features a new topic, community discussion, and helpful resources in a relaxed, supportive setting, facilitated by Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control. Free dog and cat food is available while supplies last. Everyone is welcome, including people who do not live in Detroit. Free spay and neuter sign-up is available to Detroit residents only. Please leave pets at home so everyone can participate comfortably.

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Learn Mahjong in the Baggaley style, whether you are a beginner or brushing up on your skills. Mahjong sets will be provided for learning and practice. Tickets are free with a beverage purchase, and everyone in your group needs to sign up. Open Mahjong nights are also held monthly, without an instructor, for anyone who would like to play.

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Miles are better with friends. Connect with new faces or bring along friends for a free, supported run or walk group. All paces are welcome, and once a month, the group features a themed run supported by vendors.

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Local author Kim Clarke discusses her new book, The Last Measure, in conversation with Neda Ulaby. The free event takes place in an upstairs space in a historic building, which is accessible by stairs and does not have an elevator. The book can be ordered from BLB or purchased at the event.

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The U-M Euphonium & Tuba Ensemble, featuring students from Professor David Zerkel’s studio, performs a recital. Admission is free, and no tickets are required.

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Enjoy a free, 30-minute organ recital featuring talented students and faculty from the University of Michigan Organ Department. Listen to the Richards-Fowkes organ and experience the versatility of pipe organ music beyond a worship setting. Audience members are welcome to enjoy lunch during the performance, and no tickets are required.

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Enjoy a free happy hour concert featuring Ann Arbor-based poet and singer-songwriter Gretchen Pleuss. Her folk-inspired performances pair expressive vocals and skilled fingerpicking with carefully crafted arrangements and thoughtful songwriting. She has performed at venues and festivals across the United States, Canada, the UK, and Ireland, and has opened for Glen Phillips, Bill Payne, Lisa Loeb, Loudon Wainwright III, and Damien Jurado.

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Explore ancient Mediterranean history and highlights from the Kelsey Museum collection on a 30-minute tour. The event is free and open to all visitors.

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Take part in an advocacy-themed mystery game at the HSHV Education Center. Work together to solve clues, uncover the mystery, and reflect on how advocacy can make a difference for animals. This interactive gathering brings the 2026 advocacy series to a celebratory close. People ages 12 and up are welcome, and admission is free. Donations to support advocacy efforts are welcome.

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Celebrate the start of the Wayne County Lightfest with a holiday ceremony featuring musical entertainment, refreshments, and fireworks. Admission to the Lightfest is free for ceremony attendees during the opening period. The display includes flashing lights, strobe effects, and rapid color changes, which may cause discomfort, dizziness, or seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy or other light sensitivities. If you feel discomfort, look away from the lights or leave the area.

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