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This 21st annual holiday event kicks off the winter and holiday season in Downtown Detroit. Enjoy live entertainment, Olympic figure skaters and award-winning local performers and skating clubs. Also, there will be lighting attractions, holiday shopping, hot chocolate giveaways, food trucks, visits from Santa and more.
Event cost: Free
Event time:...
First, enjoy the Village of New Haven’s annual parade, which will end at Fountain Park. The tree lighting ceremony will feature a visit with Santa Claus, a light snack, the annual Kris Kringle Cookie Contest and the lighting of the Christmas Tree.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6 p.m. Nov. 30,...
Enjoy the lighting of the 45-foot-tall Christmas Tree, which is synchronized to music and dancing lights. The tree lighting begins at 6 p.m. There will also be carolers, holiday characters (including Santa and The Grinch), outdoor fire pits, hot cocoa, warm cider and more. Please bring a donation of...
Individuals of all ages with developmental and intellectual disabilities can enjoy music, dancing, pizza and a visit from Santa. The participant will also receive a gift. Pre-registration required by Nov. 29, 2024 by calling 248-858-0916.
Event cost: $12/participant, $6/caregiver
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Dec. 4, 2024
Come out to Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill for live music, an artisan market, free children's crafts and face painting and an annual tree lighting on Nov. 23. For additional fees, enjoy festival food and drink specials, u-cut and pre-cut Christmas trees and evergreen decor, Santa Experience and Igloo...
Families can enjoy a joy-filled Breakfast with Santa at The War Memorial. Dress in your holiday best and get your camera ready for photos with Santa. He will be arriving by helicopter to kickstart the festivities. Tickets include breakfast, make-your-own hot cocoa station, make-and-take crafts and a visit with...
Dress your kids up in their comfiest jammies, listen to Santa read a holiday story and have their photo taken with the big guy. There will be milk and cookies, too. Advanced registration required.
Event cost: $20/child, $1/adult (limit 2 adults per child)
Event times: Seatings are between 4-8 p.m. Dec....
