Downriver Christmas Calendar
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Kick off the holiday season with us as we light up the town! Enjoy a live band, hot chocolate, and holiday cheer as we count down to the magical moment our Christmas Tree sparkles to life. Bring your family and friends for an evening full of joy, laughter, and community spirit!
Tree Lighting event will include:
- Toy Train Rides
- Hayrides
- Petting Farm
- Bonfires & Heated Tent
- Food Trucks
- Hot Chocolate & Bake Sale by Girl Scout Troop 77915
- Concert – Atomic Radio: 6:30-8:30 PM
- American Legion Post 389 Beer Tent: 5-9PM
- TREE LIGHTING: 8:45 PM
- Fireworks: 9 PM
Admission is FREE! There will also be a FREE parking shuttle between Young Patriot’s Park and the Golf Course from 5 pm to the end of the event.

The Holiday Train is scheduled to pass through the Downriver area yet again.
Lighting up the night with music, magic, and holiday cheer!
Grab your hot cocoa, bundle up, and join your neighbors for one of the most heartwarming traditions of the season.
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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)!
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)!
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)!
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)!

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.
Join us for an afternoon of festive fun and holiday shopping! This family-friendly event will feature a variety of local vendors offering unique gifts, crafts, and delicious treats—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift or simply want to enjoy the season’s spirit with your community, the Holiday Market is the place to be!
Don’t miss out on this festive tradition—bring your friends and family for an afternoon of holiday cheer!
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