Monroe Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Monroe and surrounding areas
This winter Monroe lights up the festive season across the historic district with holiday activities and things to do centered on the courthouse square and riverfront. Community favorites like Hometown Holiday Lights and the Monroe Holiday Gift, Food and Craft Show bring festive events, seasonal performances, and family attractions. Stroll through markets, enjoy live music, and take in evening light displays as local venues offer warm programming for kids and adults looking to celebrate together.
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Christmas Markets
24 eventsLate-night holiday shopping and cocktail crawl
Christmas Lights
17 eventsOver one million lights illuminating the zoo
Christmas Shows
17 eventsRock opera meets holiday classic with stunning visuals.
Christmas Parties
6 eventsFestive holiday bus tour with brunch and historical shopping.
Christmas Activities
35 eventsVisit Santa in the Arctic Alcove near a historic airplane.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Lights Before Christmas
(Toledo)
Over one million lights illuminating the zoo
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LaSalle Holiday Lights Heritage Nights
(LaSalle)
Annual holiday light displays
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
(Detroit)
Rock opera meets holiday classic with stunning visuals.
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21st Annual Detroit Tree Lighting
(Detroit)
Iconic annual tree lighting ceremony
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Midnight Madness
(Ann Arbor)
Late-night holiday shopping and cocktail crawl
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Visit with Santa at The Henry Ford
(Dearborn)
Visit Santa in the Arctic Alcove near a historic airplane.
Events Happening Soon (6)
Monroe Christmas Events Map
See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Christmas Events Road Trips & Weekend Getaways
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Monroe Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include Christmas on the River, Antique Alley Holiday Open House, and Christmas at Kiroli Park, all offering lights, markets, and festive activities.
Monroe celebrates with community light displays, holiday markets along Antique Alley, and special events like Santa in the Park and Christmas concerts in local parks.
Parkwood Estates, Pargoud Boulevard, and Delane Drive are known for their festive decorations and are popular stops for holiday light tours.
Downtown Monroe, Antique Alley, and special holiday events like Christmas on the River are great places to find Christmas markets and local artisans.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, Land of Lights, and public holiday markets. Many parks and downtown events also offer free admission and family-friendly entertainment.
Families enjoy Christmas at Kiroli Park, Santa in the Park, Christmas concerts, and holiday markets with kid-friendly activities and crafts.