# Lanterns in the Leaves — Sterling Heights Nature Center > Event for families in the Detroit–Warren–Dearborn area (MI). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Sat, Nov 7 · 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM - Where: Sterling Heights Nature Center, 42700 Utica Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 - Ages: All Ages - Price: Resident $8.00; non-resident $12.00 - Organizer: Sterling Heights Parks & Recreation (Nature Center) - Official page: https://misterlinghghtsweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=9296012 - Last checked: Sat, Oct 24 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 32 metro areas as of Oct 24, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-10-24), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/detroit/activities/lanterns-in-the-leaves-sterling-heights-nature-center--listing-44bfe10eca2b1b403d66ae09 ## About As twilight falls, the Sterling Heights Nature Center leads families on a slightly eerie lantern-lit hike through its woods. Glowing lanterns and illuminated paths guide the group past hidden animal silhouettes, subtle projections and small nighttime surprises, while naturalists share facts about nocturnal wildlife and what animals do after dark. The city describes it as a mix of nature education, storytelling and atmosphere meant to spark curiosity and wonder, a good fit for children who like a little spooky without real scares. The program is open to all ages, takes place outdoors after sunset on uneven natural trails, and requires closed-toe shoes; flashlights are not needed unless staff say otherwise, and everyone should dress for the weather. It runs about 90 minutes and meets at the Nature Center's lower field. Register through WebTrac by November 4; the fee is $8 for residents and $12 for non-residents. ## Similar picks in Detroit - [Sleepy Animals Pajama Party — Sterling Heights Nature Center](https://grassyknees.com/detroit/activities/sleepy-animals-pajama-party-sterling-heights-nature-center--listing-000acb0b2a0b6995ba76cd62) — Fri, Nov 6 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Sterling Heights Nature Center · Ages 3–5 · Paid · checked Oct 20. A pajama-themed morning for preschoolers at the Sterling Heights Nature Center about how woodland animals get ready for winter. 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