Royal Oak Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors can explore outdoor Holiday Markets featuring local artisans and businesses, skate at the outdoor ice rink, and take horse and wagon rides. Festive activities include visits with Santa, cozying up near fire pits with marshmallow roasting kits, and enjoying...

Spectators line Rochester Road to watch Michigan's largest Christmas parade travel along a one-and-a-half-mile route. The procession showcases over 100 entries, including community groups, marching bands, and floats. The parade concludes with an appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus on...

Noel Night is a Cultural Center-wide holiday open house featuring family craft activities and artist demonstrations. Visitors can browse holiday shopping opportunities, including the annual Student and Alumni Art Sale hosted at the College for Creative Studies. The event also...

Visitors can watch live entertainment, star-studded figure skaters, and performances by award-winning local artists and skating clubs. The celebration features lighting attractions, holiday shopping, giveaways, and food trucks. Guests can also look forward to visits from Santa.

Spectators line the downtown streets to enjoy holiday lights, music, and live entertainment. The procession showcases more than 100 participants, including dancers, musicians, animals, and even a hot air balloon. The festivities also include a special visit from Santa.

Visitors can celebrate the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony, caroling, and holiday music around warming fires. Family activities include an ice sculpture trail, visits with Santa, a petting farm, and pony rides. Guests can also enjoy train rides,...

Visitors experience the historic mansion decked for the holidays by the glow of candles, flickering fireplaces, and thousands of twinkling lights. This self-guided evening tour allows guests to explore the estate's three main living levels at their own pace. The...

Guests tour the historic estate decked out for the holidays in shimmering splendor. Along the indoor Holiday Walk tour route, visitors make a special stop to see Santa Claus and share their Christmas wishes.

The festival offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities for families. Attendees can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, ice carving demonstrations, face painting, holiday crafts, and s'mores. Guests can also meet characters including Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as...

This family-friendly community event celebrates the holiday season in downtown Auburn Hills. Visitors can welcome the arrival of Santa Claus and gather to watch the downtown Christmas tree illuminate alongside the Mayor of Auburn Hills.

Travelers take a motorcoach excursion to explore the historic estate during its annual Holiday Walk. Guests experience a self-guided tour of the mansion, featuring rooms decorated in shimmering seasonal displays. The outing also includes lunch served at Meadow Brook.

Participants take to the course in a festive community run and walk to support the Living and Learning Enrichment Center. Cross the finish line to collect a finisher medal and celebrate with refreshments and holiday music. After the race, participants...

Presented under a Paris in Detroit theme, this charity benefit brings together three runway experiences across one day. The fashion showcase is open to guests of all ages.

Participants can lace up their running shoes for a 5K run/walk or a 0.25-mile Santa Kids' Run through downtown Pontiac. Every registered runner receives a custom race medal, long-sleeve tee-shirt, race bib, and finish line refreshments, including pretzels with beer...

Visitors can meet and take photos with Santa. The gathering also features crafts, cookies, and hot chocolate.

Guests enjoy a morning breakfast alongside festive family activities. Admission includes visits and photos with Santa, face painting, and crafts for children.

Families gather for an evening of holiday cheer featuring reindeer games, a gift-wrapping station, and festive music. Santa is on hand to join in the activities and take photos with guests. Complimentary milk and cookies are served during the event.

Guests can make crafts and enjoy pizza and pop. Santa Claus also makes an appearance as a special guest.

Participants learn how to use Canva to design custom holiday greeting cards. Everyone leaves the session with two printed copies of their design.

Participants create two custom Christmas ornaments using paint and organic materials. Guests can take both finished pieces home or hang one on the community Christmas tree. Each participant also receives a hot chocolate, coffee, or tea from Luminesso Coffee.

Young bakers work in the kitchen alongside Chef DeVoria to prepare, bake, and decorate their own festive cookies. Participants practice basic baking techniques, gain practical kitchen experience, and add decorative holiday touches to their creations.

Experience the magic of winter at The Rink at Campus Martius Park, Michigan's premier outdoor ice skating destination. Glide across the ice with the stunning Detroit skyline and the iconic Christmas Tree as your backdrop. This family-friendly attraction offers an...

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Cranbrook House with a special Santa Sighting event. Families can visit with Santa Claus inside the historic library, capture unforgettable photos, and enjoy engaging activities for children. A scavenger hunt and hands-on...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with a special pancake breakfast at the historic Longacre House. Santa Claus himself will be there to share enchanting stories from the North Pole, lead festive reindeer games, and lead everyone in carols....

The Dearborn Community Chorus presents 'Season's Journeys: Songs of Holiday Travel,' featuring holiday favorites and a medley from The Polar Express.

Experience the magic of the longest night at the Winter Solstice Celebration. Wander a self-guided trail, encountering nature stops and roasting marshmallows by the fire. Inside, enjoy live animal encounters and create a glowing craft. Stargaze with the Oakland Astronomy...

Get ready for a mouse-tastic afternoon filled with slime, smiles, and silliness at the Kid's Christmas GALA with Mr. & Mrs. Mouse! This event offers a unique DIY slime-making experience, perfect for kids and families. After creating their spectacular slime,...