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Enjoy a walk through a glowing tunnel of holiday lights with entertainment, Santa visits and food trucks on select nights. This is an easy, kid friendly outing for families, with hot chocolate available on certain dates. Special activities like live performances and trolley nights happen throughout the season, so...
Families can hit the ice with Santa during this festive holiday skate. Kids can enjoy skating, holiday music and photo friendly moments with Santa on the ice. Skates are included with admission, making it an easy winter outing.
Event cost: $13 per person; skate rental included
Event times: 12-1:20 p.m. Dec....
Enjoy a festive holiday brunch where Santa visits every table to chat with kids and pose for photos. Families will enjoy a hot breakfast buffet, cocoa and a relaxed setting that makes it easy for little ones to meet Santa without long lines. Cameras are encouraged, and reservations are...
Families can visit Briarwood Mall for photos with Santa throughout the holiday season. Kids can share their wishes while parents capture pictures, with varying hours offered daily. Reservations are encouraged to help minimize wait times.
Event cost: Photo package pricing varies; see website for details
Event times: Nov. 21-Dec. 24, hours...
Families can stop by Savas for meet and greets and photos with Santa on the festive outdoor patio. Kids can share their wishes while parents snap pictures in the winter themed setting. Drinks will be available for purchase.
Event cost: Free entry; beverages available for purchase
Event times: 2-5 p.m. Dec....
Families can enjoy festive food, drinks and holiday music during this lively celebration at Imperial. Kids will love the piñata raffle and sing-alongs, and guests are encouraged to dress as Santa or in an ugly sweater. Bring a toy to donate to support Forgotten Harvest.
Event cost: Menu prices vary
Event...
Families can shop more than 100 local vendors offering crafts, gifts and holiday treats. Kids can meet Santa while parents browse sales and enjoy festive shopping. A winter clothing drive will also support local foster care children.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Dec. 20
Families can stroll the farm to see thousands of holiday lights, visit Santa and make a simple craft. This outdoor event includes walking on gravel paths, so dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Pre registration is required by 4 p.m. the day of the program and concessions...
Celebrate the season at Northville Art House during the 3rd annual There’s Snow Place Like Northville Family Day. Families can enjoy a holiday craft workshop, a Winter Wonderland photo room, a hot cocoa bar, caroling, family games, a Small Works art exhibition and a Young Artist Pop-Up Gallery. Kids...
Families can enjoy a festive performance of Miracle on 34th Street while supporting Make-A-Wish Michigan. When tickets are purchased through the special link, $5 is donated to help grant wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. A holiday outing that also gives back.
Event cost: Ticket prices vary; $5 from...
