Last updated: November 11, 2024
Discover the joy of the season in Burton with our ultimate guide. From Burton experts to wide-eyed newcomers, this guide illuminates the path to holiday magic.
One of the highlights of the season is the enchanting Holidays at Meadow Brook, where visitors can stroll through beautifully decorated gardens and experience festive performances. The Winter Wonder Lights transforms the park into a dazzling spectacle with captivating light displays that create a magical ambiance. And the Holiday Walk is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering charming local crafts and treats. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Burton Holiday Light Displays
Holidays at Meadow Brook
- What to Expect
- Historic mansion tour with over 50 trees and interactive light displays.
- Description
- Meadow Brook Hall's Holidays feature a self-guided indoor Holiday Walk through the historic mansion, showcasing over 50 magnificent trees and exquisite decorations, and a nighttime Winter Wonder Lights outdoor event with unique light displays, music, and seasonal treats.
- Where
- Rochester | More Info : Holidays at Meadow Brook
Winter Wonder Lights
- What to Expect
- Immersive outdoor light show with interactive environments.
- Description
- Winter Wonder Lights is a self-guided outdoor event featuring unique light displays across the grounds of Meadow Brook Hall. It includes interactive environments, music, and seasonal treats like glow-in-the-dark cotton candy and popcorn.
- Where
- Rochester | More Info : Winter Wonder Lights
Holiday Walk
- What to Expect
- Self-guided indoor holiday tour in a historic mansion.
- Description
- Explore the historic mansion at Meadow Brook Hall, featuring over 50 magnificent trees, flickering fireplaces, and lights galore. This self-guided indoor tour takes visitors through the Great Hall, Ballroom, Living Room, Library, and Bedrooms, showcasing the Dodge and Wilson family's winter traditions.
- Where
- Rochester | More Info : Holiday Walk
Northville Lighted Parade and Downtown Northville Tree Lighting
- What to Expect
- Annual downtown tradition with live performances and Santa's appearance.
- Description
- The Northville Lighted Parade and Downtown Northville Tree Lighting feature bands, dancers, floats, and Santa, culminating in a festive tree lighting ceremony in Town Square.
- Where
- Northville | More Info : Northville Lighted Parade and Downtown Northville Tree Lighting
Burton Holiday Markets and Shopping
Birmingham Winter Markt
- What to Expect
- Traditional Bavarian-themed holiday market with European cuisine and local artisans.
- Description
- The Birmingham Winter Markt is an annual holiday event featuring local artists and vendors, European cuisine, thousands of holiday lights, ice sculptures, live entertainment, and complimentary carriage rides. The event includes the Santa House, Kinderhaus children's activity area, and warming stations to please visitors of all ages.
- Where
- Birmingham | More Info : Birmingham Winter Markt
Mt. Clemens Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique gifts and décor crafted by Michigan artists.
- Description
- The Mt. Clemens Christmas Market at the Anton Art Center features handmade gifts and seasonal décor crafted by Michigan artists. The event is open to the public from November 19 to December 22, 2024, with special events including a Meet the Artists reception, Santa Parade, and Hot Cocoa Bar.
- Where
- Mt. Clemens | More Info : Mt. Clemens Christmas Market
Westland Winter Wonderland
- What to Expect
- Student volunteers assist with various tasks, enhancing the shopping experience.
- Description
- The Westland Winter Wonderland Arts and Craft Show features over 100 vendors selling quality hand-crafted items, unique wares, and holiday gifts. The event is held at Lutheran Westland High School and runs from 9am to 3pm both days.
- Where
- Westland | More Info : Westland Winter Wonderland
Burton Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Holly Dickens Festival
- What to Expect
- Victorian-themed holiday celebration with historical reenactments and local entertainment.
- Description
- The Holly Dickens Festival is a historic celebration in downtown Holly, Michigan, featuring street performers, live music, local vendors, and festive atmosphere inspired by Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol."
- Where
- Holly | More Info : Holly Dickens Festival
Burton Other Holiday Activities
Fenton Jinglefest
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration with ice sculptures and live reindeer.
- Description
- Fenton Jinglefest is a downtown Fenton event celebrating holiday cheer with ice sculptures, live reindeer, an entertainment tent, fireworks, hot chocolate stations, a bake sale, a parade, horse-drawn wagon rides, and more.
- Where
- Fenton | More Info : Fenton Jinglefest