Are you looking for things to do in Wyandotte? You’re at the right place! Entertainment from festivals to live music to the iconic Wyandotte Art Fair can be found on these Downriver community pages!
Be sure to come back again and again because these Downriver event calendars are updated weekly!
↓ To view previous and future events, click the < OR > arrows to see past or new dates for events.
Nov20Fri2026 *Click on the below picture*
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Annual Tree Lighting – Friday, November 20. 2026 at dusk
Held at the intersection of Sycamore and Biddle Avenue, the Tree Lighting features festive decorations, live reindeer, a children’s entertainer with balloon creations, and jingle bells for everyone to ring along with the choir. The Mayor, City Council members, and honored guests will invite a group of children on stage to flip the switch, illuminating the grand Christmas tree.
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Nov21Sat2026 *Click on the below picture*
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The Blitzen the Dotte Fun Run/Walk has been a fall tradition for 19 years. Thousands of runners and walkers have participated in this fun November event over the years to help raise money for the youth rowing programs sponsored by the Wyandotte Boat Club.
Wear your most festive running gear and enjoy this exciting annual event before the 83rd Annual Wyandotte Christmas Parade!
Event options for Nov. 21st starting at 8:30 am:
– 5k run / walk: Start time 9am at the corner of Biddle and Pine
– “Little Reindeer” 1/4 Mile Run for Kids: Start time 8:30am. Start and finish location is behind Wyandotte Boat Club
Sign Up Here: Blitzen the Dotte Fun Run
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Nov28Sat2026 *Click on the below picture*
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Nov29Sun2026 Wyandotte Rotary Pancakes with Mr. & Mrs. Claus @ Copeland Center Nov 29 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am9:00 am Session – https://checkout.page/s/tMuSLYZQ5h50I10 am Session– https://checkout.page/s/lxPBeNWNxdOKy
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Dec2Wed2026 Join us at Joe’s Hamburgers for our annual Run the Lights of Wyandotte. We’ll be running through downtown and neighborhood streets while the Christmas lights are up, making this one of our favorite runs of the year.
There will be two distance options: 4 miles or 7 miles, allowing runners to choose what best fits their goals.
Please note that winter weather can be unpredictable, so be sure to dress warm and appropriately for the conditions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES:
– Headlamps are necessary.
– While much of the route is lit by street lights and holiday lights, there are several darker sections.
– Illuminated running vests are strongly recommended for visibility on all winter runs.
– After the run, we’ll head back to Joe’s Hamburgers for dinner and drinks.
Don’t miss this festive winter run—great lights, great miles, and great food to finish it off.
Dec4Fri2026 Wyandotte The Elves Impersonator/Elvis and the Sleigh Riders @ 2nd Street Performing Arts Center Dec 4 all-day Performances are at the 2nd Street Performing Arts Center on:
~ Friday, Dec. 4th at 7 p.m.
~ Saturday, Dec. 5th at 3 p.m
~ Sunday, Dec. 6th at 3 p.m
Click here for tickets – $15: Performance Ticket
The story follows an unusual elf who learns lessons about friendship, kindness, and acceptance through music and holiday adventures.
More details to come!
Dec5Sat2026 Wyandotte Our Lady of the Scapular Christmas Market @ Our Lady of the Scapular Parish Dec 5 all-day*Click on the below picture*
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Wyandotte The Elves Impersonator/Elvis and the Sleigh Riders @ 2nd Street Performing Arts Center Dec 5 all-day Performances are at the 2nd Street Performing Arts Center on:
~ Friday, Dec. 4th at 7 p.m.
~ Saturday, Dec. 5th at 3 p.m
~ Sunday, Dec. 6th at 3 p.m
Click here for tickets – $15: Performance Ticket
The story follows an unusual elf who learns lessons about friendship, kindness, and acceptance through music and holiday adventures.
Dec6Sun2026 Wyandotte Our Lady of the Scapular Christmas Market @ Our Lady of the Scapular Parish Dec 6 all-day*Click on the below picture*
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Wyandotte The Elves Impersonator/Elvis and the Sleigh Riders @ 2nd Street Performing Arts Center Dec 6 all-day Performances are at the 2nd Street Performing Arts Center on:
~ Friday, Dec. 4th at 7 p.m.
~ Saturday, Dec. 5th at 3 p.m
~ Sunday, Dec. 6th at 3 p.m
Click here for tickets – $15: Performance Ticket
The story follows an unusual elf who learns lessons about friendship, kindness, and acceptance through music and holiday adventures.
Dec11Fri2026 More details to come!
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Annual Tree Lighting – Friday, November 20. 2026 at dusk
Held at the intersection of Sycamore and Biddle Avenue, the Tree Lighting features festive decorations, live reindeer, a children’s entertainer with balloon creations, and jingle bells for everyone to ring along with the choir. The Mayor, City Council members, and honored guests will invite a group of children on stage to flip the switch, illuminating the grand Christmas tree.
*Click on the below picture*
The Blitzen the Dotte Fun Run/Walk has been a fall tradition for 19 years. Thousands of runners and walkers have participated in this fun November event over the years to help raise money for the youth rowing programs sponsored by the Wyandotte Boat Club.
Wear your most festive running gear and enjoy this exciting annual event before the 83rd Annual Wyandotte Christmas Parade!
Event options for Nov. 21st starting at 8:30 am:
– 5k run / walk: Start time 9am at the corner of Biddle and Pine
– “Little Reindeer” 1/4 Mile Run for Kids: Start time 8:30am. Start and finish location is behind Wyandotte Boat Club
Sign Up Here: Blitzen the Dotte Fun Run
*Click on the below picture*
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Join us at Joe’s Hamburgers for our annual Run the Lights of Wyandotte. We’ll be running through downtown and neighborhood streets while the Christmas lights are up, making this one of our favorite runs of the year.
There will be two distance options: 4 miles or 7 miles, allowing runners to choose what best fits their goals.
Please note that winter weather can be unpredictable, so be sure to dress warm and appropriately for the conditions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES:
– Headlamps are necessary.
– While much of the route is lit by street lights and holiday lights, there are several darker sections.
– Illuminated running vests are strongly recommended for visibility on all winter runs.
– After the run, we’ll head back to Joe’s Hamburgers for dinner and drinks.
Don’t miss this festive winter run—great lights, great miles, and great food to finish it off.
Performances are at the 2nd Street Performing Arts Center on:
~ Friday, Dec. 4th at 7 p.m.
~ Saturday, Dec. 5th at 3 p.m
~ Sunday, Dec. 6th at 3 p.m
Click here for tickets – $15: Performance Ticket
The story follows an unusual elf who learns lessons about friendship, kindness, and acceptance through music and holiday adventures.
More details to come!
*Click on the below picture*
Performances are at the 2nd Street Performing Arts Center on:
~ Friday, Dec. 4th at 7 p.m.
~ Saturday, Dec. 5th at 3 p.m
~ Sunday, Dec. 6th at 3 p.m
Click here for tickets – $15: Performance Ticket
The story follows an unusual elf who learns lessons about friendship, kindness, and acceptance through music and holiday adventures.
*Click on the below picture*
Performances are at the 2nd Street Performing Arts Center on:
~ Friday, Dec. 4th at 7 p.m.
~ Saturday, Dec. 5th at 3 p.m
~ Sunday, Dec. 6th at 3 p.m
Click here for tickets – $15: Performance Ticket
The story follows an unusual elf who learns lessons about friendship, kindness, and acceptance through music and holiday adventures.
More details to come!
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