Last updated: November 11, 2024
The holidays are calling, Inkster! Explore our guide for all the must-see events and activities. Whether you call Inkster home or are just passing through, this guide will make your holidays special.
One highlight of the season is the Wayne County Lightfest, where sparkling lights illuminate the night, creating a magical drive-through experience. Featuring an enchanting array of displays, Detroit’s Tree Lighting brings the community together as the season officially kicks off with cheer and celebration. And the Lansing Silver Bells in the City is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing festive parades, live entertainment, and the glow of holiday spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Spectacular live entertainment and lighting attractions.
The Detroit Tree Lighting at Campus Martius Park features live entertainment, Olympic figure skaters, and award-winning local performers. The event includes amazing lighting attractions, holiday shopping, hot chocolate giveaways, food trucks, and visits with Santa.
Where: Detroit | More Info: Detroit Tree Lighting
Interactive light features and festive activities.
Light up Beacon Park transforms the park into a vibrant gathering space with 125,000 LED lights, live music, food trucks, and interactive light features like the 15-foot Infinity Snow Globe and polar bears. Families can watch the tree lighting, meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy Polar Express rides.
Where: Detroit | More Info: Light up Beacon Park
Large-scale light installations with recyclable LED bulbs.
Beacon Park transforms into a vibrant winter destination with Northern Lights, featuring a 15-foot infinity snow globe, gigantic walkthrough snowflake, and gleaming polar bears, illuminated by 125,000 LED bulbs.
Where: Detroit | More Info: Northern Lights at Beacon Park
Spectacular animated light displays along a five-mile stretch of Hines Park.
Wayne County Lightfest is a five-mile stretch of Hines Park featuring nearly 50 animated displays and over 100,000 lights. The event is open from 6 PM to 10 PM on Wednesdays through Sundays, with special Toy Nights where visitors can donate a new, unwrapped toy instead of paying admission.
Where: Westland | More Info: Wayne County Lightfest
Annual parade with festive floats and live entertainment.
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
Traditional Bavarian-themed holiday market with European cuisine and live entertainment.
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 a Santa House, Kinderhaus children’s activity area, and warming stations to please visitors of all ages.
Where: Birmingham | More Info: Birmingham Winter Markt
Victorian-themed holiday celebration with historical reenactments and festive activities.
The Holly Dickens Festival is a historic celebration in downtown Holly, Michigan, featuring costumed characters, street performers, live music, and local vendors, all inspired by Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol."
Where: Holly | More Info: Holly Dickens Festival
