Celebrate together this holiday season in Norton Shores! Explore all the community events in our guide. Whether you're a Norton Shores native or a curious traveler, this guide unlocks the city's festive secrets.
One highlight of the season is the Grand Rapids Ballet's The Nutcracker, where enchanting performances bring this classic holiday tale to life on stage. Explore the whimsical decorations and dazzling displays at Frederik Meijer Gardens Christmas & Holiday Traditions, known for its stunning light exhibits and festive atmosphere. And the Mona Shores Holiday Arts and Crafts Show is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring local artisans showcasing unique handmade gifts. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Norton Shores
- Frederik Meijer Gardens Christmas & Holiday Traditions (Grand Rapids)
- Grand Rapids Ballet's The Nutcracker (Grand Rapids)
- Craft and Vendor Show
- Mona Shores Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
- Birch Run Fall Craft Show (Birch Run)
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Mona Shores Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
What to Expect:
Lakeshore's biggest holiday craft show with 180+ booths.
Description:
The Mona Shores Holiday Arts and Crafts Show is an annual event featuring over 180 booths with quality, handcrafted items from Michigan artists. Held at Mona Shores High School, this 44th annual show offers a wide variety of unique gifts and seasonal items.
Where: Norton Shores | More Info: Mona Shores Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
Craft and Vendor Show
What to Expect:
Unique gifts and concessions available.
Description:
The Craft and Vendor Show in Norton Shores features over 100 booths with a wide variety of vendors, offering unique gifts for the Christmas season. Concessions and an athletic bake sale will be available, with free admission from 9 am to 2 pm.
Where: Norton Shores | More Info: Craft and Vendor Show
Birch Run Fall Craft Show
What to Expect:
Large-scale craft and vendor showcase with over 150 participants.
Description:
The Birch Run Fall Craft Show is a premier event featuring over 150 vendors showcasing a wide variety of handmade crafts, art, and commercial goods. The event takes place at Birch Run High School on November 9-10, 2024, with hours on Saturday from 9 AM to 4 PM and Sunday from 10 AM to 3 PM.
Where: Birch Run | More Info: Birch Run Fall Craft Show
Norton Shores Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Grand Rapids Ballet's The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
Elaborate sets and costumes in a classic ballet performance.
Description:
Grand Rapids Ballet's The Nutcracker is a classic holiday performance featuring Tchaikovsky's renowned score, immersive sets by Chris Van Allsburg and Eugene Lee, and gorgeous choreography by Val Caniparoli. The story follows Clara as she receives a magical nutcracker doll from her mysterious godfather, Herr Drosselmeyer, and embarks on a grand battle against an army of mice, guided by the elegant Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier through the Land of Sweets.
Where: Grand Rapids | More Info: Grand Rapids Ballet's The Nutcracker
Norton Shores Other Holiday Activities
Frederik Meijer Gardens Christmas & Holiday Traditions
What to Expect:
Immersive cultural holiday exhibition with 46 unique displays.
Description:
Explore 46 unique displays showcasing worldwide cultures and holiday traditions, featuring stunning winter plantings, adorned Christmas trees, and the beloved Railway Garden, all set amidst 350,000 lights.
Where: Grand Rapids | More Info: Frederik Meijer Gardens Christmas & Holiday Traditions
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