First Steps KidFest 2026

Name: First Steps KidFest 2026
Start: 2026-05-31T15:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-31T17:00:00-04:00
Location: Leslie Science & Nature Center - LSNC

Schedule

Sun May 31 2026 at 03:00 pm to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Leslie Science & Nature Center - LSNC | Ann Arbor, MI

First Steps 12th Annual KidFest: A Family Concert for all ages starring Joe Reilly.
The First Steps PTO is delighted to announce this year's KidFest on Sunday, May 31, 2026 from 3:00 to 5:00pm! Once again we're outside at a special location: Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd 48105. Joe Reilly performs his fabulous family concert as the First Steps Early Childhood program celebrates 25 years of offering their wonderful program to families in our community. Join the fun and help us raise scholarship funds so more families can participate this year. There's a lot happening at our 12th annual KidFest!
What to Know
Arrive at 3:00pm to enjoy FUN family activities and check out our online silent auction
Joe's concert is from 4:00-4:45pm
Bring blankets and snacks and be aware the ground may be damp
Purchase tickets in advance if possible

KidFest is entirely outside so be sure to bring blankets to sit on and snacks and water for your family. Folding chairs are welcome when placed at the back of the area. Please purchase tickets ahead of time so you receive helpful reminders. Tickets are also available onsite.
We have access to an inside bathroom and we know you'll enjoy all that Leslie Science & Nature Center has to offer too.
Join us at 3:00pm for activities especially for families. Local preschools and businesses participate with us for the first hour. They share more about their programs AND offer fun things to do and make.
Joe Reilly begins the KidFest family concert at 4:00pm with songs that will get you moving. He encourages active participation with dancing and singing. Concert ends at approximately 4:45pm. Joe Reilly's performance is underwritten by Allen Creek Preschool.
A special thank you to

Online Silent Auction: Saturday, May 3rd, 8am - Sunday, May 4th, 9pm
Bidding opens on Saturday, May 30 at 8am. Be sure to see all the great offerings and keep track of the ones you want.
Bidding is all online and will close on Monday, June 1 at 8pm. If you're a winner, gift cards and certificates will be mailed or emailed to the winners and all other items will either be picked up at the Westerman Preschool & Family Center, 2775 Boardwalk Dr or, if you live in Ann Arbor it might be delivered to your home. This will be arranged after you've been awarded the item.