Families can enjoy a special outdoor visit from Santa right at their home. Kids will get to talk with Santa, receive an early gift, and take a photo together. Event cost: $42 per house, includes up to 4 children Event

The Downtown Detroit Markets at Cadillac Square are back and they’re your go–to destination for this season’s most gift–worthy finds. Explore a curated collection of limited–time pop–ups featuring local brands you love—and fresh new favorites you’ve yet to discover. From

The holiday classic about a young boy who wants an air rifle for Christmas hits the stage during this musical performance. Event cost: $49+ Event times: 7:30 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 14-16,

See one of the largest presentations of contemporary Native American art in the Midwest. Families can explore more than 90 works including beadwork, painting, sculpture and more, while learning about Anishinaabe traditions and creativity. Event cost: Free for residents of

Step into the world of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions, intricate art studies, and interactive displays. Families can explore art, science, and engineering while kids enjoy hands-on machines like a room of mirrors and a rope pulley. Free for

This month, we’re embracing our wild side! Join us for a lively Storytime as we read Acorn Was a Little Wild by Jen Arena, with delightful illustrations by Jessica Gibson. After the story, stick around for fun, fall-themed activities that

Our Preschool Skate class is every Wednesday from 10am-11:30am. Parents, strollers, and children ages 6 years old and under are welcome. This instructional and fun filled skating time is designed specifically for preschoolers. Children learn balance, hokey pokey, and chicken

The Wayne County Lightfest is magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park that displays nearly 50 animated-themed displays and more than 100,000 lights. Event cost: $5/car (cash only) Event times: 6-10 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays, Nov. 20-Dec. 24, 2025

Join the thousands of parade-goers as the holiday season officially kicks off with the Holiday Lighted Parade. Bands, dancers, floats, and of course, Santa, make this annual favorite a great family tradition! The Parade begins at 6:30 PM and will

The Christmas Parade is now in its 82nd year and the Tree Lighting has become a community tradition. Visitors are welcomed to the Tree Lighting, at the intersection of Sycamore and Biddle Avenue, where they are given jingle bells to