Date(s): Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Leslie Science & Nature Center
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Get muddy and messy with Apple Playschools at their 11th Annual Mud Day Celebration and Fundraiser. Join them June 27th at Leslie Science & Nature Center where kids and families of all ages can dive into the wonders of outdoor play.
Make mud pies or cakes in the mud kitchen, create mud paintings and clay sculptures in the art studio, try out your skills at throwing mud, add a splash of color at the face painting station, and dip your feet or your whole body into the giant mud zone.
You can cool off in the water play area or try your hand at Soaking a Friend at the Splash tower.


There are even plenty of low-mess activities for those who prefer a mud-free experience, as well as activities designed for infants and toddlers.
It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with friends and neighbors while supporting access to child care in our community. Proceeds from this event support Apple Playschools’ Scholarship Fund.
Register or Volunteer Now
This event can fill up fast, so pre-registration is encouraged. https://www.appleplayschools.org/mudday
We are also looking for volunteers. To sign up to volunteer visit: https://www.appleplayschools.org/mudday
Apple Playschools is a local education nonprofit providing work, play, and learning experiences for social change. www.appleplayschools.org
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- Date(s): Saturday, June 27, 2026
- Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
- Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated
- Event Website
- Organizer: Apple Playschools
- Organizer Phone: Not Provided
- Organizer Email: info@appleplayschools.org
Venue: Leslie Science & Nature Center
Address: 1831 Traver Rd, Ann Arbor
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