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November Family Fun Fairs & Festivals in Southeast Michigan
Thanksgiving 2012 is almost here! Almost-winter holiday festivities for kids abound in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.
Gobble, gobble! Turkey Day isn't far away (though Santa certainly has a way of popping up all over town this time of year, eh?). Embrace the season of giving – and great food! – by venturing out into the crisp metro Detroit air for some early winter delights.
Holiday Lighted Parade in Northville
Nov. 16, 2012
- Where: downtown Northville
- Time: 6:30 p.m. step off
- Cost: free
This annual community favorite features twinkling lights in the dark on walkers and floats.
Christmas Wonderfest
Nov. 16-18, 21-25, 2012
- Where: Campus Martius Park, Detroit
- Times: noon-11 p.m. Nov. 16, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Nov. 17, noon-8 p.m. Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Nov. 23-24, noon-8 p.m. Nov. 25
- Cost: free
For the second year, downtown Detroit is transformed into a holiday getaway with activities for the whole family, including tons for kids. Don't miss the Detroit Christmas Tree lighting on Nov. 16!
Holiday Magic Parade in Royal Oak
Nov. 18, 2012
- Where: downtown Royal Oak
- Time: 11 a.m. step off
- Cost: free
This parade features 80 floats, circus acts, performances and plenty more to delight your youngsters. Santa is on hand from noon to 2 p.m.
America's Thanksgiving Parade
Nov. 22, 2012
- Where: Woodward Avenue from Mack Avenue to Congress Street, downtown Detroit
- Time: 9:05 a.m. step off
- Cost: free
Detroit's favorite parade is right in the heart of the city. As always, your kids will have plenty to see as the floats, bands and St. Nick pass by.
Santa Claus Parade in The Village in Grosse Pointe
Nov. 23, 2012
- Where: The Hill and Village shopping areas, downtown Grosse Pointe
- Time: 9 a.m. walk, 10 a.m. parade; 4:30 p.m. tree lighting
- Cost: free
Come to the 37th annual! The day kicks off with the Happy Holidays Jingle Bell Walk/Run followed by the parade; the tree lighting kicks off afternoon activities.
Grand Re-Opening: Detroit Historical Museum
Nov. 23, 2012
- Where: Detroit Historical Museum
- Times: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
- Cost: free
The museum reopens after extensive renovations – and four brand-new exhibits, including the Kid Rock Music Lab and Gallery of Innovation.
Holly Dickens Festival
Nov. 23-24, Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 2012
- Where: downtown Holly
- Time: 6 p.m. Friday; noon-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday
- Cost: free
The tree lighting takes place opening Friday. Throughout the festival, expect carolers and actors to recreate a Dickens Christmas, complete with horse-drawn carriage rides and old-fashioned games. Santa Claus will be here, too.
Hometown Holidays
Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 2012
- Where: downtown and Southtown areas, Chelsea
- Times: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m-8 p.m. Saturday, 3-8 p.m. Sunday
- Cost: free
Marvel at the Holiday Light Parade Saturday. Also, enjoy a community sing-along, live nativity performance, breakfast with Santa and a tree lighting ceremony.
Heritage Holidays
Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 7-8, 14-15, 2012
- Where: Wolcott Mill Historic Center, Ray Township
- Times: 6-8 p.m.
- Cost: free; donations accepted
Step back in time to see historic displays from the 1870s, 1900s and 1950s. Your kids will enjoy having a chance to see Santa, too!
