Welcome to your ultimate guide for holiday fun in Oak Park! Discover all the top festive events and attractions. From Oak Park locals to international travelers, our guide ensures a joyful and memorable season.
Popular Events: Start your holiday outing at the Campus Martius Park Tree Lighting, where the vibrant atmosphere is accentuated by twinkling lights and cheerful melodies. Another highlight is the enchanting Elf The Musical LIVE, featuring captivating performances that bring a classic story to life. And the Holly Dickens Festival is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it immerses you in the charm of Victorian Christmas traditions. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Oak Park
- Elf The Musical LIVE (Detroit)
- Campus Martius Park Tree Lighting (Detroit)
- Northville Holiday Lighted Parade and Tree Lighting (Northville)
- Holly Dickens Festival (Holly)
- Rochester Hills Light the Village of Rochester Hills (Rochester Hills)
- Birmingham Winter Markt and Tree Lighting (Birmingham)
- Home for the Holidays
- Southfield Christmas Tree Lighting (Southfield)
See these and even more events listed below!
Oak Park Holiday Light Displays
Campus Martius Park Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Spectacular live entertainment and lighting attractions.
Description:
The 21st Annual Detroit Tree Lighting at Campus Martius Park features live entertainment, Olympic figure skaters, award-winning local performers, and skating clubs. The event includes amazing lighting attractions, holiday shopping, hot chocolate giveaways, food trucks, and visits from Santa.
Where: Detroit | More Info: Campus Martius Park Tree Lighting
Southfield Christmas Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Community tree lighting with live music and Santa visits.
Description:
Join the Southfield community for a festive tree lighting ceremony at the Donald F. Fracassi Municipal Campus. Enjoy live music, refreshments, and a visit from Santa Claus as the city comes together to celebrate the holiday season.
Where: Southfield | More Info: Southfield Christmas Tree Lighting
Northville Holiday Lighted Parade and Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Annual parade with festive lighting and tree lighting ceremony.
Description:
The Northville Holiday Lighted Parade and Tree Lighting is an annual event in Downtown Northville featuring bands, dancers, floats, and Santa. The parade begins at 6:00 PM, followed by the official tree lighting in Town Square. Awards are given for Best Parade Theme, Best Holiday Spirit, and Mayor’s Choice.
Where: Northville | More Info: Northville Holiday Lighted Parade and Tree Lighting
Rochester Hills Light the Village of Rochester Hills
What to Expect:
Dazzling light display with live music and fireworks.
Description:
The Village of Rochester Hills transforms into a dazzling spectacle with over 350,000 colorful lights, live music, and festive activities. Enjoy holiday entertainment, visit Santa, and savor delicious food from various food trucks. The event culminates with a spectacular fireworks display.
Where: Rochester Hills | More Info: Rochester Hills Light the Village of Rochester Hills
Oak Park Holiday Markets and Shopping
Birmingham Winter Markt and Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Unique blend of local art, cuisine, and festive activities.
Description:
The Birmingham Winter Markt is an annual holiday event featuring local artists and vendors, European cuisine, thousands of holiday lights, ice sculptures, live entertainment, and complimentary carriage rides. The event includes a Santa House, Kinderhaus children’s activity area, and warming stations to please visitors of all ages. The highlight is the annual Birmingham Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony on opening night, featuring Santa and live caroling.
Where: Birmingham | More Info: Birmingham Winter Markt and Tree Lighting
Oak Park Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Home for the Holidays
What to Expect:
Free holiday film and horse-drawn carriage rides.
Description:
Home for the Holidays in Downtown Oak Park features a free holiday film at Lake Theatre, horse-drawn carriage rides, visits with Santa, and hot cocoa throughout the district.
Where: Oak Park | More Info: Home for the Holidays
Holly Dickens Festival
What to Expect:
Victorian-themed holiday celebration with live music and local vendors.
Description:
The Holly Dickens Festival is a historic celebration in downtown Holly, Michigan, featuring street performers, live music, local vendors, and festive atmosphere inspired by Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol."
Where: Holly | More Info: Holly Dickens Festival
Elf The Musical LIVE
What to Expect:
Hilarious musical adaptation of the beloved holiday film.
Description:
Elf The Musical is a hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag and is transported to the North Pole. Unaware he is human, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and help New Yorkers remember the true meaning of Christmas. Featuring songs by Tony Award nominees and direction by Sam Scalamoni, this modern Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf.
Where: Detroit | More Info: Elf The Musical LIVE
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Southfield (2 miles)
- Ferndale (2 miles)
- Royal Oak (3 miles)
- Madison Heights (4 miles)
- Birmingham (6 miles)
- Redford (8 miles)
- Hamtramck (8 miles)
- Warren (9 miles)
- Dearborn (9 miles)
- Dearborn Heights (10 miles)
- Farmington Hills (10 miles)
- Troy (10 miles)
- Livonia (11 miles)
- Detroit (11 miles)
- Sterling Heights (11 miles)
- Eastpointe (12 miles)
- Garden City (12 miles)
- West Bloomfield Township (13 miles)
- Roseville (13 miles)
- Inkster (13 miles)
- Pontiac (14 miles)
- Rochester Hills (14 miles)
- Windsor (14 miles)
- Allen Park (14 miles)
- Lincoln Park (14 miles)
- Westland (15 miles)
- Novi (15 miles)
- Saint Clair Shores (15 miles)
- Taylor (16 miles)
- Auburn Hills (16 miles)
- Clinton Township (16 miles)
- LaSalle (16 miles)
- Shelby (16 miles)
- Southgate (17 miles)
- Wyandotte (17 miles)
- Tecumseh (17 miles)
- Canton (18 miles)
- Romulus (20 miles)
- Ann Arbor (31 miles)
- Monroe (39 miles)
- Leamington (41 miles)
- Burton (43 miles)