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Families can enjoy this holidays by seeing Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker at FIM Whiting Auditorium. The performance is put on by Flint Symphony Orchestra, Flint School of Performing Arts ballet students and professional guest artists from Collage Dance Collective.
Event cost: $10-plus
Event times: 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec....
Come out to Midtown Detroit for a day of seasonal shopping on Small Business Saturday. The Indie Arts & Crafts Fest is a juried craft show, sponsored by Motor City Brewing Works. The holiday market will feature the original works of 25 talented local crafters and Motor City Brewing...
Every family will get their own private visit with Santa Claus in the “North Pole Room.” Also, sing Christmas carols, play games, make crafts, hear a story and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa. Pre-registration is required.
Event cost: $5/person, free/under 2
Event time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 10, 2023
Meet Black Santa as he stops to visit the Detroit Public Library – Redford Branch. Bring your own camera. There will also be stories and crafts for children of all ages. Hip Hop Clown will make a special appearance, too. Reservations are required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 2-5:30 p.m. Dec....
