Celebrate Christmas in the Thumb Region of Michigan

The holidays are the perfect time of the year to travel around our beautiful state and enjoy the Holiday Light Displays, exciting Christmas Parades, magical Holiday Shows and Events.

Christmas Pole
The Big Bright Light Show in Rochester Michigan at Christmas

Rochester Michigan Christmas Lights

Brighten your holidays in downtown Rochester with The Big, Bright Light Show!

Of course Christmas is the time when we all gather in the local Christmas Tree Farms to pick out the perfect Christmas Tree, enjoy hot chocolate and apple cider while taking a horse drawn sleigh-ride through the woods of Michigan. Enjoy Life, Christmas Life, with Michigan Life!

What to See and Do in Region 6 -Michigan's Thumb Area

Awesome night in Lexington. Does not get anymore Americana than this night.

Santa, chestnuts, tree lighting, carols. A great way to kick off the holiday.

November 24 – December 30, 2023

Pairing indoor sights with outdoor lights, Meadow Brook is Michigan’s most dazzling holiday destination. Our two unforgettable holiday events will delight families, couples and people of all ages.

Our Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farm always opens the Saturday before Thanksgiving 9-5 daily with wagon rides to and from the plantation. We have over 118 acres of spruce and firs.

Christmas trees, Fresh wreaths and roping. Hot drinks in the barn. Exotic animals.

2023 Dates: Nov. 24 - 26 • Dec. 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 21, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31

HollyDazzle is a magical three-quarter mile outdoor trail featuring more than a dozen lighted Christmas scenes including Santa Claus, Sledding Penguins and Candy Land Castle in a magical winter wonderland walk through at the Michigan Renaissance Festival Village!

Western's Tree Farm in Applegate Michigan is a 3rd generation family owned business for 60 years. In addition to Christmas Trees they make their own Wreaths, Garland, Porch Pots and Christmas Crafts. Enjoy a Horse drawn and tractor hayride, visit Santa, and check out their Craft Shop.

Choose from a variety of our trees:

Offering 20 acres of choose-&-cut or fresh pre-cut Christmas trees from the following varieties: Colorado Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir and Scotch Pine. Garland, wreaths and living trees also available. Saws, shaking and wrapping service. We may be small, but our well-groomed farm and beautiful trees are sure to keep you coming back.

Natural Tree Farm features White, Black Hills and Norway Spruce, and a number of concolor fir's . We also offer tree wrapping, fresh cut trees, and trees 9-feet and bigger. Open for the season the friday after Thanksgiving, and open weekends until Christmas. With appointments available during the week. 10 a.m to 5 p.m.

Located in southern St. Clair County near Macomb County, Michigan. We sell the Colorado Blue Spruce Christmas trees. All sizes are available up to 8 feet. Cut your own tree or select from our pre-cut trees. Saws and twine are provided. Free shaking and wrapping. Convenient tree carts for your tree, camp fires, and warming barn.

December 9, 2023. Parade starts at 2:00pm

The Annual Old Fashioned Christmas Horse Parade, and is right out from the pages of a Victorian Christmas.... Go back in time and experience the pageantry and beauty of horses and equestrians dressed in the their holiday finest in Lexington's Christmas Horse Parade!

December 1 - 31, 2023

Downtown Rochester is accepting applications from artists for the Snowman Stroll, a public art event that will bring (12) 5’ fiberglass snowmen to Main Street! The Snowman Stroll is open to all artists, whether professional or amateurs. Artists of all ages are encouraged to submit designs.

Thursday to Sunday Evenings

Michigan's enchanted forest of lights, Glenlore Trails Aurora. Wander along a one-mile outdoor path with interactive experiences, storytelling, and other exciting entertainment. An immersive wintry experience for all ages. Visit Michigan’s original illuminated forest this holiday season!

Friday - Sunday: 9am - 5pm

Country Christmas Tree Farm & Gifts is a full service Christmas Tree Farm. Christmas Trees, Christmas Wreaths and boughs, Christmas decorations, saws provided, trees tied, sleigh rides

Saturday, December 2, 2023 5:30 PM 6:30 PM

Join us in Harbor Beach to enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas! The parade offers a wide range of ways to fill your senses and put everyone in the Christmas spirit. Contact Debbie for information at 989-670-8639.

November 24-26, 2023
December 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 20-23, 28-30, 2023

Costumed villagers prepare for the holiday season in the Village’s homes and shops. The Colwell Opera House presents live entertainment, and Santa Claus visits with the children. See model trains and craft demonstrations, and enjoy holiday music and unique shopping opportunities.

November 20, 2023 - January 21, 2024

You are invited to brighten your holidays in downtown Rochester with The Big, Bright Light Show! The buildings in downtown Rochester will be covered with more than 1 million points of glimmering holiday light.

November 17-19, 2023

A holiday spectacular unlike any other, featuring trees, wreaths, tablescapes centerpieces and more! Kids crafts each day, plus bring your camera for photos with Santa from 12 - 5 pm both Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free.

Friday, December 1, 2023 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Join the city of Auburn Hills Michigan for the annual Tree LIghting Ceremony this event is a free family fun centered event that includes the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Our Mayor will light the Christmas tree on the corner of Squirrel and Auburn. Lots of fabulous activities for the family including photos with Santa and Mrs.

Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 2:00 pm

Bring the family to enjoy the largest Christmas parade in Michigan. The parade will include floats, bands and of course, Santa Claus. For more information, call the Chamber of Commerce at 248-651-6700.

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