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Nov
9
Sat
2024
Annual Holiday Craft & Vendor Market @ Brownstown Rec Center
Nov 9 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Annual Holiday Craft & Vendor Market @ Brownstown Rec Center | Brownstown Charter Township | Michigan | United States

10th Annual Holiday Craft & Vendor Market with 50 amazing local crafters and vendors selling all sorts of wonderful handmade & unique items.

$3 per person at the door – a portion of the proceeds is used to purchase toys for children.

**Door prize giveaways every 30 minutes**

 

 

Southgate Winter Market in the Park @ Market Center Park
Nov 9 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Southgate Winter Market in the Park @ Market Center Park | Southgate | Michigan | United States

This is the perfect event to kick off your holiday season, so grab your friends and family for a day of fun, shopping, and holiday cheer!

– Stroll through a variety of artisan vendors offering unique, handcrafted goods—perfect for finding those special holiday gifts.
– Food trucks will be serving up delicious bites to keep you fueled while you shop.
– Don’t miss a visit with Santa for some magical holiday memories.
– Enjoy holiday music with DJ Sam to set the perfect festive mood!

Free entry. We can’t wait to see you there!

Nov
15
Fri
2024
Wyandotte Tree Lighting @ Downtown Wyandotte
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm

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Nov
22
Fri
2024
Allen Park Holiday Lighted Parade @ Park Avenue
Nov 22 @ 6:30 pm
Allen Park Holiday Lighted Parade @ Park Avenue | Allen Park | Michigan | United States

Come out and enjoy the city’s annual lighted Christmas at Park Avenue and Englewood featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus!

After the parade, there will be holiday snacks available in rooms D, E, F and G, of the community center.

Dec
5
Thu
2024
Brownstown Tree Lighting @ Community Center and Grounds
Dec 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Brownstown Tree Lighting @ Community Center and Grounds | Brownstown Charter Township | Michigan | United States

Join us in celebrating the beginning of the season with fun-filled family activities.

Indoor and outdoor activities as well as food trucks, and of course, Santa!

Dec
6
Fri
2024
Flat Rock Winterfest! @ Flat Rock
Dec 6 – Dec 8 all-day
Flat Rock Winterfest! @ Flat Rock | Flat Rock | Michigan | United States

Parade, Tree Lighting & Festivities – lots more details to come!

Winter Wonderland – Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa Express Train Rides – Southgate @ Kiwanis Train Park
Dec 6 – Dec 7 all-day
Winter Wonderland - Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa Express Train Rides - Southgate @ Kiwanis Train Park | Southgate | Michigan | United States

Let’s welcome Santa Claus to the City of Southgate. Together they will light the Municipal Christmas Tree at Kiwanis Park. Christmas Carols will fill the air as Santa is presented with the key to the City.

Following the tree lighting, miniature train rides will be offered by the Great Lakes Live Steamers to see Santa Claus in his North Pole Hut.

This is a free event. Donations to the Great Lakes Live Steamers are appreciated.

Allen Park Holiday Market @ Allen Park Community Center
Dec 6 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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Wyandotte Festive Fridays @ Wyandotte Museum
Dec 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wyandotte Festive Fridays @ Wyandotte Museum | Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

Mark your calendars – Details to come!

 

Grosse Ile Island Glow @ The Commons
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Grosse Ile Island Glow @ The Commons | Grosse Ile Township | Michigan | United States

** parade**Christmas**holiday**tree-lighting**family-friendly

Island Glow Tree is a cherished holiday tradition that brings the community together in a festive celebration of light, joy, and togetherness.

Before the tree lighting ceremony begins, attendees are treated to various holiday-themed activities and entertainment options. Local choirs and musicians fill the air with the sounds of classic carols and festive tunes, while children delight in visits with Santa Claus, holiday crafts, and seasonal treats.

Following the tree-lighting ceremony, the festivities continue with additional entertainment, activities, and opportunities for fellowship. Attendees can enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides through the twinkling streets, indulge in holiday treats and hot beverages, or browse through festive market stalls offering unique gifts and crafts.

Holiday Tree Lighting @ Woodhaven Community Center
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm

More info to come 🙂

Dec
7
Sat
2024
Taylor Winterfest 5K @ Heritage Park Sheridan
Dec 7 @ 9:30 am

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Breakfast with Santa – Brownstown @ Community Center
Dec 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Breakfast with Santa - Brownstown @ Community Center | Brownstown Charter Township | Michigan | United States

Enjoy a pancake breakfast with your family.

Kids’ magic show and activities.

Fee: $12 per person

Breakfast with Santa in Lincoln Park
Dec 7 @ 10:00 am

Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children & tickets go on sale November 4th at the Bandshell!

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Cookies with Mrs. Claus @ Willow One-Room Schoolhouse
Dec 7 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Cookies with Mrs. Claus @ Willow One-Room Schoolhouse | Huron Charter Township | Michigan | United States

Come decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, craft making, and story time in the Willow one-room schoolhouse off Mineral Springs in downtown Waltz Village from noon to 3 pm.

 

We are looking for food vendors – click here for the application:Qyz7zFJNs4qa-Cookies-with-Mrs-Claus-Food-Truck-Application-for-Saturday-Dec-72024.docx

A Visit with Santa – sensory friendly @ Community Center
Dec 7 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
A Visit with Santa - sensory friendly @ Community Center | Brownstown Charter Township | Michigan | United States

A sensory-friendly program for those who are neuro-divergent and their families or caretakers.

Santa will be visiting and there will be treats and kids’ activities.

Taylor Winterfest Day Celebration @ Heritage Park - Sheridan Pavilion
Dec 7 @ 5:00 pm
Taylor Winterfest Day Celebration @ Heritage Park - Sheridan Pavilion | Taylor | Michigan | United States

Experience the City’s annual Winterfest Day Celebration.

Tentatively, parade kicks off from the Taylor Recreation Center at 5 p.m. Lots of music, food and refreshments for sale in the Sheridan Open Air Pavilion in Heritage Park once the procession arrives. Holiday characters abound. Once Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive and join Mayor Tim
Woolley onstage, the official tree lighting will take place.

Fireworks cap off the evening.

Taylor Winterfest Day Parade @ Taylor Rec
Dec 7 @ 5:00 pm
Taylor Winterfest Day Parade @ Taylor Rec | Taylor | Michigan | United States

Join us in celebrating the kick off to Winterfest with a Parade starting at 5 pm from the Taylor Rec!

 

 

 

Taylor Winterfest Fireworks @ Heritage Park - Sheridan Open Air Pavilion
Dec 7 @ 5:30 pm
Taylor Winterfest Fireworks @ Heritage Park - Sheridan Open Air Pavilion | Taylor | Michigan | United States

Join us in celebrating Winterfest & the kick off to the holiday season by FIREWORKS too!

(will start after 5:30 pm to conclude at the end the evening)

 

 

 

Dec
8
Sun
2024
Annual Tree Lighting in New Boston
Dec 8 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Annual Tree Lighting in New Boston @ Huron Charter Township | Michigan | United States

Santa arrives to light the downtown tree. Horse and carriage rides, write letters to Santa, snacks, photo op with Santa, crafts and more.

 

Looking for craft vendors – click here for application: https://www.hurontownship-mi.gov/news_detail_T6_R177.php

 

 

Dec
13
Fri
2024
Wyandotte Festive Fridays @ Wyandotte Museum
Dec 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wyandotte Festive Fridays @ Wyandotte Museum | Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

Mark your calendars – Details to come!

 

Dec
14
Sat
2024
Breakfast with Santa – Taylor @ Lakes of Taylor
Dec 14 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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Breakfast with Santa in Lincoln Park
Dec 14 @ 10:00 am

Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children & tickets go on sale November 4th at the Bandshell!

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Jingle Bell Barn @ Heritage Park Petting Farm
Dec 14 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Jingle Bell Barn @ Heritage Park Petting Farm | Taylor | Michigan | United States

Jingle Bell Barn is here again helping ring in the holiday season with tons of winter fun. Visit with the farm animals, Santa and other holiday characters in Heritage Park. The event runs from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day. Tickets are $5 per person, 1-and-under are free.

This event is included in the Family Farm Pass.

Light up Market Center Park @ Market Center Park,
Dec 14 2024 @ 5:00 pm – Jan 4 2025 @ 10:00 pm
Light up Market Center Park @ Market Center Park, | Southgate | Michigan | United States

Come and enjoy a spectacular Christmas light display in Market Center Park!

Did you miss Santa at our annual Tree Lighting and Christmas Express Train Rides? Don’t worry! Santa’s mail box will be accepting letters in Market Center Park during our Light up the Park event!

There’s something for everyone! We can’t wait to share a bit of holiday cheer!

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