This November and December, get the family together and head to one of these fun tree lighting near me events. We’ve gathered a list of some of the most merry and bright tree lightings, along with lots of other joyful jollies here in metro Detroit.
We love visiting all of Canterbury Village’s events throughout the year, but going to the tree lighting there is one of our favorites to check out together to get us in the Christmas mood. Also, the Detroit Tree Lighting is one that is a must-see each year!
Check out the list below and plan your family’s holiday season kickoff.
This article was recently updated on Nov. 1, 2024 by Metro Parent’s audience development coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding tree lighting events to MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best tree lighting events in metro Detroit. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.
Canterbury Village Tree Lighting
Nov. 15, 2024
- Address: 2359 Joslyn Court, Lake Orion
- Cost: Free
Enjoy holiday characters, hot cocoa, warm cider, outdoor firepits, entertainment, carolers and the lighting of the 45-foot-tall Christmas Tree.
Wyandotte Tree Lighting
Nov. 15, 2024
- Address: Sycamore and Biddle Avenue, Downtown Wyandotte
- Cost: Free
Music and merriment await you and your family as this city lights up its Christmas tree.
Detroit Tree Lighting at Campus Martius Park
Nov. 22, 2024
- Address: 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Free
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.
Holiday Lighted Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Northville
Nov. 22, 2024
- Address: Downtown Northville area
- Cost: Free
Twinkling lights are not only on the streets but also in them at this downtown Northville community favorite.
Holiday Hoopla & Tree Lighting at Waterford Township Hall
Nov. 23, 2024
- Address: 5200 Civic Center Drive, Waterford Township
- Cost: Free
Celebrate the season with a tree lighting, a visit and photo opportunity with Santa, a reindeer visit, crafts, cookie decorating and more.
Holiday Tree Lighting at City Hall
Nov. 25, 2024
- Address: 300 W. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights
- Cost: Free
See Santa Claus arrive in town and watch as the lights are powered up. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while listening to seasonal tunes.
Village of New Haven Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting at New Haven Fire Hall
Nov. 30, 2024
- Address: 57775 Main St., New Haven
- Cost: Free
The parade will end at Fountain Park, where the tree lighting ceremony will begin. It features a visit with Santa Claus, a light snack, the annual Kris Kringle Cookie Contest and the lighting of the Christmas Tree.
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Riverside Park
Dec. 6, 2024
- Address: 3311 Parkways Blvd., Auburn Hills
- Cost: Free
This 31st annual tree lighting ceremony has activities for all ages. The tree lighting ceremony begins at 6 p.m.
Birmingham Winter Markt and Tree Lighting in Shain Park
Dec. 6, 2024
- Address: 270 W Merrill St., Birmingham
- Cost: Free
The tree lighting takes place at 6 p.m. Dec. 6 and will feature Santa Claus, carolers and the lighting of the 41-foot tree with over 40,000 LED lights.
Holiday Tree Lighting & Afterglow at Macomb Township Hall
Dec. 6, 2024
- Address: 54111 Broughton Road, Macomb
- Cost: Free
This annual event features caroling, the arrival of Santa and the Holiday Lighting display. Also, music, crafts, live reindeer, giveaways and more.
Wixom Tree Lighting Festival at Wixom Community Center
Dec. 6, 2024
- Address: 49015 Pontiac Trail, Wixom
- Cost: Free
Enjoy visiting with Santa, kids’ crafts, face painting, ice sculpting, horse and carriage rides, food vendors, tree lighting and more.
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