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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...
Create a holiday memory your family will love with a relaxed visit with Santa in a cozy, festive setting. Each child gets one on one time with Santa, a freshly baked cookie and a small take home craft, with no long lines or crowds. Parents must bring a camera...
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 enjoy free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus along with toys, popcorn and food samples. Kids may also spot the Grinch and enjoy live music and carolers. Instant photo sharing is available on site.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Dec. 13–14
Celebrate Holiday Magic with a family friendly night of festive lights, children’s activities and a special magic show by Baffling Bill. Kids can visit Santa and Mrs. Claus for final holiday wishes and enjoy crafts, games and street hockey. Touring the historical buildings adds extra fun for all ages.
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Families can meet Anna and Elsa and watch a live ice sculpting that transforms a block of ice into Olaf. Kids can enjoy crafts, games and activities along with street hockey, shopping and Santa visits. A suggested donation supports Greenmead Historical Village.
Event cost: $10 suggested donation per vehicle (cash...
Families can meet local police, firefighters and mounted sheriff’s unit heroes during this festive holiday night. Kids can also visit Spiderman and Spider Gwen, enjoy children’s activities and see Santa and Mrs. Claus for photos. A suggested donation supports Greenmead Historical Village.
Event cost: $10 suggested donation per vehicle (cash...
Families can meet the Grinch and Cindy Lou during this festive themed night filled with photos, crafts and kid friendly activities. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be on hand, along with live holiday music and games. A suggested donation supports Greenmead Historical Village.
Event cost: $10 suggested donation per...
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...
Kids will hear the story Annabelle’s Wish and learn about the program’s adopted dairy calf through stories, photos and hands-on activities. Registrants may stay after for a short cartoon viewing and snacks. A parent or guardian must remain with each child.
Event cost: $10 resident, $12 nonresident.
Event times: 10:30 a.m.-12...
Kids will hear the story of the tiny owl found in the Rockefeller Christmas Tree, then enjoy themed snacks and simple crafts. A parent or guardian must stay with each child. Registration is required for all participants.
Event cost: $10 resident, $12 nonresident.
Event times: 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 29
