Shelby Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Shelby and surrounding areas
This Christmas season, Shelby fills village streets with glowing Holiday lights and community holiday activities that highlight local shops and family traditions. The Holiday Kickoff Craft Market and downtown events offer seasonal shopping, parades, and performances, giving residents plenty of things to do—from tree lightings to community gatherings that celebrate local spirit and winter cheer.
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Christmas Shows
8 eventsHoliday Pops concert by the Grand Rapids Symphony
Christmas Markets
8 eventsOver 50 shops and restaurants open with holiday promotions
Christmas Activities
8 eventsHoliday magic at a historic mill
Editor's Picks (6)
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World of Winter Festival
(Grand Rapids)
City-wide winter festival with extensive light art installations
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Grand Rapids Symphony Holiday Pops
(Grand Rapids)
Holiday Pops concert by the Grand Rapids Symphony
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The Nutcracker
(Grand Rapids)
Iconic Tchaikovsky score performed live by Grand Rapids Symphony.
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Holland Parade of Lights
(Holland)
Sinterklaas arrival and illuminated holiday parade
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Magic at the Mill
(Holland)
Holiday magic at a historic mill
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Downtown Holland Holiday Open House
(Holland)
Over 50 shops and restaurants open with holiday promotions
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Christmas Lights Near Shelby
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Shelby.
Festival of Trees
The Muskegon Museum of Art presents its annual Festival of Trees, a cherished...
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Experience the magic of Christmas at Candy Cane Lane, a free, enchanting stroll...
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Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Shelby.
Sparkle! 2025 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Step into a dazzling speakeasy at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park for...
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See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Shelby Christmas FAQ
The annual Christmas markets, often centered around the historic courthouse square, are major events. Additionally, community-wide light displays and tree lighting ceremonies draw significant crowds.
Shelby often embraces traditions like community caroling events and the decorating of the historic downtown area. Many families also have their own unique traditions centered around local light displays.
The neighborhoods surrounding the historic downtown area are consistently popular for their impressive Christmas light displays. Many residents in these areas put a lot of effort into decorating their homes.
You can typically find Christmas markets and local makers in the historic courthouse square area and at various community centers throughout Shelby during the holiday season.
Enjoying the neighborhood Christmas lights, attending free tree lighting ceremonies, and browsing the public Christmas markets are excellent free or budget-friendly options in Shelby.
Families often enjoy visiting the Christmas light displays, attending Santa meet-and-greets at local markets, and finding kid-friendly shows at venues like the historic Ritz Theatre.