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Travel north to Flint for Christmas at Crossroads Holiday. Train lovers can climb aboard an authentic Baldwin steam locomotive for a 40-minute journey along the shores of Mott Lake and Crossroads Village, a historic town that’s transformed into an 1800s-era Christmas village.
Event cost: Village only: $17/adults, $16/seniors, $15/kids 2-12,...
Enjoy a seven-course tea luncheon, which will feature finger sandwiches, homemade borscht soup, elegant desserts and loose-leaf teas. Advanced reservations required.
Event cost: $95/person+gratuity; $10 deposit taken at online time reservation
Event times: Seatings at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Dec. 3, 17, 24, 2024
First, enjoy the Village of New Haven’s annual parade, which will end at Fountain Park. The tree lighting ceremony will feature a visit with Santa Claus, a light snack, the annual Kris Kringle Cookie Contest and the lighting of the Christmas Tree.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6 p.m. Nov. 30,...
Enjoy the lighting of the 45-foot-tall Christmas Tree, which is synchronized to music and dancing lights. The tree lighting begins at 6 p.m. There will also be carolers, holiday characters (including Santa and The Grinch), outdoor fire pits, hot cocoa, warm cider and more. Please bring a donation of...
Individuals of all ages with developmental and intellectual disabilities can enjoy music, dancing, pizza and a visit from Santa. The participant will also receive a gift. Pre-registration required by Nov. 29, 2024 by calling 248-858-0916.
Event cost: $12/participant, $6/caregiver
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Dec. 4, 2024
Come out to Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill for live music, an artisan market, free children's crafts and face painting and an annual tree lighting on Nov. 22. For additional fees, enjoy festival food and drink specials, u-cut and pre-cut Christmas trees and evergreen decor, Santa Experience and Igloo...
