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Ebenezer Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he's forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful "Happy...
Bring the whole family to Tanger Outlets in Howell to celebrate the holidays with Merriest Moments! Enjoy strolling holiday carolers and reindeer costume characters! Pick up a clever balloon creation twisted by Gracie the Clown in Shopper Services. Each child will receive a cookie, bottled water and treat bag...
Find the Magic at Tanger this Holiday Season! Now through December 24th, families can head to Tanger to take part in a Holiday Scavenger Hunt with the Elf on the Shelf, a Christmas Tradition! Purchase the exclusive Tanger Outlets Activity Book for $8 and unlock loads of fun while...
Randazzo Dance Company’s holiday kaleidoscope of mixed dance styles coupled with the magic of the Nutcracker Suite. The first half of the program includes "La Cinquantaine," a delicate and regal air from the olden times performed by the junior company dancers, "Pas De Quatre" ballet variations capturing the essence...
Come share the joy of the season with the church as their front lawn transforms into a magical Christmas Town. There will be caroling, a live Nativity with petting zoo, pictures with Santa and much more! It's an experience the whole family will enjoy!
Event cost: Free
Event time: 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Experience the joy of Advent! All are welcome! There will be horse-drawn wagon rides, food trucks, hot cocoa, s'more making, choir performances, crafts and more. Tree lighting ceremony takes place at 7 p.m.
Event cost: Free; diaper and wipe donation to support Mary's Mantle
Event time: 5-8 p.m.
The scouts of Northville's Troop 755 will sell farm fresh Christmas trees again this year. Supplies are limited. Pre-order by emailing t755trees@gmail.com.
Event cost: Trees cost $70-$160; front porch delivery is available for an additional fee
Event times: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 26-28, Dec. 4-5
Visitors will see full-building projections, more than 100 lighted Christmas trees, larger-than-life characters and more than 200,000 holiday lights as Heritage Park becomes a true winter wonderland. Each weekend has a different theme such as The Nutcracker, Grinchmas, Frosty Paws, Polar Plunge, Santa's Workshop, Holiday Carnival, Frozen and Harry...
