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Nov
21
Fri
2025
Grosse Ile Holiday Boutique @ Grosse Ile History Museum & Customs House
Nov 21 – Nov 23 all-day

Now in its 50th year, the Grosse Ile Historical Society’s (GIHS) Holiday Gift Boutique features one of the biggest selections ever of Grosse Ile related gifts and other treasures.  Wander through rooms adorned with vintage decor, discover heirloom-quality gifts, baked goods, seasonal decor, and savor the spirit of holidays past and present.  Come for the nostalgia, stay for the magic!

WEEKENDS:

November 14th – December 21

HOURS:

Fridays        2pm – 6pm
Saturdays   11am – 6pm
Sundays      11am – 6pm

 

Nov
22
Sat
2025
Grosse Ile Holiday Boutique @ Grosse Ile History Museum & Customs House
Nov 22 – Nov 24 all-day

Now in its 50th year, the Grosse Ile Historical Society’s (GIHS) Holiday Gift Boutique features one of the biggest selections ever of Grosse Ile related gifts and other treasures.  Wander through rooms adorned with vintage decor, discover heirloom-quality gifts, baked goods, seasonal decor, and savor the spirit of holidays past and present.  Come for the nostalgia, stay for the magic!

WEEKENDS:

November 14th – December 21

HOURS:

Fridays        2pm – 6pm
Saturdays   11am – 6pm
Sundays      11am – 6pm

 

Nov
23
Sun
2025
Westland – Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park
Nov 23 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Westland - Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park | Westland | Michigan | United States

The Wayne County Lightfest is a magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.

The Lightfest will be open Wednesday – Sunday from Thursday, November 20, 2025 until Sunday, December 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Lightfest will be closed Monday and Tuesday evenings. There will be two bonus days the LightFest will be open on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23!

Lightfest Fees
– Cars $5.00 cash
– Commercial van/RV/limo $20.00 cash
– Mini-Bus (20 passenger) $25.00 cash
– Bus (40+ passenger) $50.00 cash —

 

Nov
25
Tue
2025
Melvindale – Family Game Night! @ Melvindale Public Library
Nov 25 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Melvindale - Family Game Night! @ Melvindale Public Library

Bring the whole family to the library for screen-free, homework-free fun at Family Game Night!

Boards games, card games, and puzzles are available for all ages. Come play!

Nov
26
Wed
2025
Trenton – Drew Estate Cigar Event Campaign
Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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Westland – Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park
Nov 26 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Westland - Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park | Westland | Michigan | United States

The Wayne County Lightfest is a magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.

The Lightfest will be open Wednesday – Sunday from Thursday, November 20, 2025 until Sunday, December 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Lightfest will be closed Monday and Tuesday evenings. There will be two bonus days the LightFest will be open on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23!

Lightfest Fees
– Cars $5.00 cash
– Commercial van/RV/limo $20.00 cash
– Mini-Bus (20 passenger) $25.00 cash
– Bus (40+ passenger) $50.00 cash —

 

Trenton – Sibley Gardens Live Music @ Sibley Gardens
Nov 26 @ 8:30 pm

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Nov
27
Thu
2025
Detroit Turkey Trot @ Huntington Place Expo
Nov 27 @ 7:30 am
Detroit Turkey Trot @ Huntington Place Expo | Detroit | Michigan | United States

The S3 Turkey Trot has been a tradition in Detroit for over 40 years!

Much more than a variety of races (10k/5k/1 mile), thousands of participants dress in costumes for the event. Often declared “The Parade before The Parade”, participants frolic by the largest spectator crowd in Michigan. Truly an awesome way to start Thanksgiving Day!

Register here: Turkey Trot Sign Up

 

 

Flat Rock – Grateful Gallop (5K Run/Walk, 1-Mile) @ Flat Rock Community Center
Nov 27 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

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Westland – Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park
Nov 27 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Westland - Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park | Westland | Michigan | United States

The Wayne County Lightfest is a magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.

The Lightfest will be open Wednesday – Sunday from Thursday, November 20, 2025 until Sunday, December 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Lightfest will be closed Monday and Tuesday evenings. There will be two bonus days the LightFest will be open on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23!

Lightfest Fees
– Cars $5.00 cash
– Commercial van/RV/limo $20.00 cash
– Mini-Bus (20 passenger) $25.00 cash
– Bus (40+ passenger) $50.00 cash —

 

Nov
28
Fri
2025
Taylor – Santa’s Magic Forest @ Eureka Heights Elementary School
Nov 28 – Nov 29 all-day

This beloved holiday tradition supports Fish & Loaves Community Food Pantry, and they’re looking for sponsors to help keep the magic alive.  Bring the family, make memories, and feel the holiday spirit like never before.

NEW location — now at Eureka Heights Elementary School (25125 Eureka Road, Taylor, MI)!

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Brownstown – Small Business Weekend – Selfie Sweepstakes!
Nov 28 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Brownstown - Small Business Weekend - Selfie Sweepstakes!

More details coming soon!!!!

Westland – Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park
Nov 28 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Westland - Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park | Westland | Michigan | United States

The Wayne County Lightfest is a magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.

The Lightfest will be open Wednesday – Sunday from Thursday, November 20, 2025 until Sunday, December 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Lightfest will be closed Monday and Tuesday evenings. There will be two bonus days the LightFest will be open on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23!

Lightfest Fees
– Cars $5.00 cash
– Commercial van/RV/limo $20.00 cash
– Mini-Bus (20 passenger) $25.00 cash
– Bus (40+ passenger) $50.00 cash —

 

Nov
29
Sat
2025
Small Business Saturday Allen Park
Nov 29 all-day
Small Business Saturday Allen Park @ Allen Park | Michigan | United States

Shop and support the local businesses that help support our community!

Taylor – Santa’s Magic Forest @ Eureka Heights Elementary School
Nov 29 – Nov 30 all-day

This beloved holiday tradition supports Fish & Loaves Community Food Pantry, and they’re looking for sponsors to help keep the magic alive.  Bring the family, make memories, and feel the holiday spirit like never before.

NEW location — now at Eureka Heights Elementary School (25125 Eureka Road, Taylor, MI)!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Brownstown – Small Business Weekend – Selfie Sweepstakes!
Nov 29 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Brownstown - Small Business Weekend - Selfie Sweepstakes!

More details coming soon!!!!

Southgate’s Shop Small Spectacular!
Nov 29 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

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Wyandotte Shop the Dotte – Small Business Saturday
Nov 29 @ 9:00 am
Wyandotte Shop the Dotte - Small Business Saturday @ Wyandotte | Michigan | United States

The holidays are all about giving – and the best gift you can give local businesses is your support.

Get out there and Shop Small this Small Business Saturday.

 

Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark
Nov 29 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark | Michigan | United States

6pm – 8pm  on:

November 15th
November 22nd
November 29th

Learn about the habits and habitats of the extraordinary owl during this unique evening program. Begin with a short presentation to discuss some interesting facts about owls, before heading out on the trails to see if we can call in an Eastern Screech Owl or two.

Ages 8+. $6 per person. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 734-782-3956.

Westland – Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park
Nov 29 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Westland - Wayne County Lightfest @ Merriman Hollow Park | Westland | Michigan | United States

The Wayne County Lightfest is a magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights.

The Lightfest will be open Wednesday – Sunday from Thursday, November 20, 2025 until Sunday, December 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Lightfest will be closed Monday and Tuesday evenings. There will be two bonus days the LightFest will be open on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23!

Lightfest Fees
– Cars $5.00 cash
– Commercial van/RV/limo $20.00 cash
– Mini-Bus (20 passenger) $25.00 cash
– Bus (40+ passenger) $50.00 cash —

 

Nov
30
Sun
2025
Grosse Ile Holiday Boutique @ Grosse Ile History Museum & Customs House
Nov 30 – Dec 2 all-day

Now in its 50th year, the Grosse Ile Historical Society’s (GIHS) Holiday Gift Boutique features one of the biggest selections ever of Grosse Ile related gifts and other treasures.  Wander through rooms adorned with vintage decor, discover heirloom-quality gifts, baked goods, seasonal decor, and savor the spirit of holidays past and present.  Come for the nostalgia, stay for the magic!

WEEKENDS:

November 14th – December 21

HOURS:

Fridays        2pm – 6pm
Saturdays   11am – 6pm
Sundays      11am – 6pm

 

Taylor – Santa’s Magic Forest @ Eureka Heights Elementary School
Nov 30 – Dec 1 all-day

This beloved holiday tradition supports Fish & Loaves Community Food Pantry, and they’re looking for sponsors to help keep the magic alive.  Bring the family, make memories, and feel the holiday spirit like never before.

NEW location — now at Eureka Heights Elementary School (25125 Eureka Road, Taylor, MI)!

**Click on the picture for more details**

Brownstown – Small Business Weekend – Selfie Sweepstakes!
Nov 30 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Brownstown - Small Business Weekend - Selfie Sweepstakes!

More details coming soon!!!!

Grosse Ile – Pet Photo’s With Santa @ Island Animal Clinic
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Grosse Ile - Pet Photo's With Santa @ Island Animal Clinic

This is a free event. Bring your own camera and take photos yourself with Santa. We provide help with setting and photos. Bring your pets, your family, or both!

Donations thankfully accepted.

Southgate – Holiday Craft Show @ Downriver Family YMCA
Nov 30 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Southgate - Holiday Craft Show @ Downriver Family YMCA

A festive community event celebrating creativity, connection, and holiday cheer! We’ve gathered local vendors to showcase their products in a festive setting.

Bring your holiday spirit, connect with your community, and shop till you drop!

Do you have a community event coming up?  If you want your event added to our calendar, submit your request here*.

* Events must be pre-approved and meet criteria to post.  Events pertaining to businesses and for-profit business events are allowed for sponsors only.

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