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.
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. |
 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! |
 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 |
 November 24-26, 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. |
 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! |
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