Last updated: November 11, 2024
Discover the festive spirit of Shelby with our ultimate guide. For those who know Shelby like the back of their hand and those still finding their way, our guide is your seasonal companion.
Popular events abound during the holiday season, such as the Meadow Brook Hall Holiday Walk, where the historic mansion is transformed into a winter wonderland with stunning decorations and guided tours. The Meadow Brook Hall Winter Wonder Lights showcases enchanting light displays that illuminate the grounds, creating a magical evening experience. And the Holly Dickens Festival is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring charming Victorian-themed activities and performances. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Annual downtown tradition with bands, dancers, floats, and Santa.
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
Historic mansion decorated with over 50 magnificent trees and lights galore.
Explore the historic Meadow Brook Hall during the day with a self-guided indoor tour featuring over 50 magnificent trees, hundreds of feet of garland, and thousands of twinkling lights. The tour includes visits to various rooms such as the Great Hall, Ballroom, Living Room, Library, and Bedrooms.
Where: Rochester | More Info: Meadow Brook Hall Holiday Walk
Immersive light environments with interactive elements and festive atmosphere.
Meadow Brook Hall's Winter Wonder Lights is a self-guided outdoor event featuring unique light displays, music, and seasonal treats across the historic estate's grounds.
Where: Rochester | More Info: Meadow Brook Hall Winter Wonder Lights
Community tree lighting with festive activities.
Join the Southfield community for a festive tree lighting ceremony at the Donald F. Fracassi Municipal Campus. Enjoy hot cocoa and treats while gathering around the fire, and take part in holiday activities.
Where: Southfield | More Info: Southfield Christmas Tree Lighting
Animated light displays along a five-mile stretch of Hines Park.
Wayne County Lightfest is a 4.5-mile drive-through holiday light display featuring over 50 animated displays and more than 100,000 lights along Hines Drive in Hines Park. The event is open from 6 PM to 10 PM on Wednesdays through Sundays from November 16 to December 24.
Where: Westland | More Info: Wayne County Lightfest
Immersive Christmas experience with Santa Claus and festive activities.
HollyDazzle is a 16th Century Christmas Village at the Michigan Renaissance Festival, featuring over a dozen mesmerizing Christmas scenes, heartwarming encounters with Santa Claus, a Polar Pub Crawl, and a Holiday Token Hunt. The event offers carols, captivating stories, cozy spots to warm up, and irresistible treats.
Where: Holly | More Info: HollyDazzle at the Michigan Renaissance Festival
Largest and most popular arts and crafts show in southeastern Michigan.
The Troy Elf Shelf Arts & Crafts Show is a premier annual event featuring 200 booths of handcrafted items, benefiting local charities and community organizations.
Where: Troy | More Info: Troy Elf Shelf Arts & Crafts Show
Unique blend of local art and holiday decorations.
The Art and Greens Holiday Arts Market offers a diverse selection of fine art and handmade goods, including small-batch food items and body products, pottery, jewelry, wood, and metalwork. This event features a wide variety of affordable art and gifts by regional artists, creating a unique shopping experience.
Where: White Lake | More Info: Art and Greens Holiday Arts Market
Unique shopping experience with local vendors.
The Rochester Hills Holiday Bazaar is a festive event featuring local vendors selling handmade crafts, gifts, and seasonal items. It offers a variety of shopping opportunities and community engagement.
Where: Rochester Hills | More Info: Rochester Hills Holiday Bazaar
Largest juried craft show in Metro Detroit with hand-made gifts.
The Christmas in Clawson Craft Show is a premier juried event featuring hand-made arts and crafts, including soaps, candles, quilts, jewelry, and furniture. It supports local public school students, teachers, and families through donations to PTOs and PTSAs.
Where: Clawson | More Info: Christmas in Clawson Craft Show
Unique shopping experience with local vendors and crafters.
The Almont Chic Christmas Vendor Market features local vendors and crafters offering a variety of handcrafted goods, home decor, and more. The event takes place at 622 S. Main, Almont, MI, with hours on Wednesday from 4pm-7pm and Friday to Sunday from 10am-4pm.
Where: Almont | More Info: Almont Chic Christmas Vendor Market
Victorian-themed holiday celebration with character meet-and-greets and live entertainment.
The Holly Dickens Festival is a historic celebration in downtown Holly, Michigan, where the story of "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens comes to life. Meet characters like Ebenezer Scrooge, enjoy street performers, live music, and local vendors, all set in a Victorian England atmosphere.
Where: Holly | More Info: Holly Dickens Festival
