Detroit’s local designers have many ideas for decorating the halls. Renee Marie, also known as the Christmas Tree Queen, is one local designer. She has decorated many trees for people in Detroit, and she’s here to share those ideas with you.
Holiday activities
You can find special events and Christmas decorations in the city. Holidays are a time when family and friends can get together to celebrate. You can shop at the local shops for unique gifts or visit one of the city’s parks to celebrate the holidays. Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland is a great place to visit in the city. Canterbury Village offers a festive atmosphere. The Hard Nut is performed at the Detroit Opera House twice during the holiday season. This show is sure to delight all ages.
Greenfield Village is a popular destination for Christmas in Michigan. It has over 80 acres of living traditions, holiday goods, and food, as well as historic home tours. The village also features hundreds of Christmas lights, ice skating and fireworks. You can also take an evening stroll through the Detroit Zoo’s Wild Lights with more than 1 million LED lights and 280 sculptures.
The city’s neighborhoods have some of the most beautiful yards in the country. Oakland County has a variety of Christmas displays. Some are elaborate and some are more traditional. But, no matter what kind of holiday decorating style you prefer, you’ll definitely be able to find a festive look to complement your family’s tastes.
Make sure you have safety measures in place if you are planning on decorating your home for the holidays. The Detroit Fire Department warns residents that Christmas decorations can be dangerous. To avoid fire hazards, cut the base of a Christmas tree by one inch and inspect it for dryness. Check that the tree is not brittle or damaged if you are purchasing a new one. Make sure the tree is stored in a place that can hold the water it will need. You should keep the tree at least three feet from any heat sources such as heaters, fireplaces, or electrical cords.
The Detroit Zoo is also open for holiday viewing. Wild Lights at the Zoo is Michigan’s largest holiday light show, featuring more than five million LED lights and more than 100 animal sculptures. There is live music and festive holiday atmosphere throughout the night, so it’s a great way to spend the holidays.
Attractions
You can decorate your Michigan home for the holidays at many locations. Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland is located in Frankenmuth. Or you can visit Canterbury Village in Lake Orion. The former is the most popular option, but you can also find a huge selection of holiday items at Young’s Christmas Shoppe in Grosse Pointe Park. It is a family-owned and operated store with over 50,000 items, including artificial trees, ornaments, lights, and nativity scenes.
For an even more spectacular display of holiday lights, head to Light Up Beacon Park in downtown Detroit. This free holiday festival features over 125,000 holiday lights and music. It is open from Thanksgiving Weekend through New Year’s Eve. There are also several food trucks, warming stations, and carolers. You can even visit Santa’s reindeer in a heated tent. Lumen Detroit is a holiday bar where you can enjoy cocktails and holiday cheer.
Another festive event worth checking out is the city’s tree lighting ceremony. The city’s largest Christmas celebration, the Detroit Tree Lighting Ceremony, takes place at Campus Martius Park on December 19. The 19th annual event boasts a 60-foot Norway Spruce twinkled with 19,000 multi-color lights. Children under two years old are allowed to attend for free. Santa Claus will also be on hand to take you on a horse-drawn carriage ride. You can even shop for holiday gifts, pick up some holiday decorations, or stop for a bite.
Whether you are a true Christmas fan or not, there are many places in Detroit that will provide you with inspiration. Midtown Detroit Noel Night is a free event that features live music and horse-drawn carriage rides. This is one of the most cherished Michigan Christmas events.
Greenfield Village is another attraction that you must see during the holidays. This village is full of handmade gifts, reindeer appearances and holiday bonfires. Henry Ford added nights to the festival, which has been so popular that it has been extended to all nights. The Henry Ford Museum is also available, where holiday displays are displayed.
Homes decorated for christmas
For those of you who celebrate the holidays in style, there are several homes in the Detroit Metro Area that are decorated for the holiday season. Dearborn Aglow, an annual event that showcases some the best homes in the city, is a popular example. The City Beautiful Commission holds this competition, where they choose the best neighborhoods to display holiday cheer.
Campus Martius Park is a beautiful sight during the holidays, so make sure you visit the city. There, you’ll find a 65-foot Michigan-grown Norway spruce set ablaze with 20-thousand Christmas lights. The annual citywide event is free and takes place on the third Friday in November. Enjoy a visit from Santa Claus, hot chocolate, festive decorations, and hot chocolate.
One of the highlights of the city’s holiday season is the Detroit Christmas tree lighting, which takes place near the end of November. The city’s iconic 60-foot Norwegian Spruce is decorated with 20,000 holiday lights and an outdoor ice rink. Beacon Park has a 20-foot Children’s Tree, as well as other Christmas-themed displays. The grand rapids Christmas Light Show features over 40 animated displays and stretches over two miles.
Ann Arbor, Michigan also offers a holiday light trail that allows you to see holiday lights in private homes and businesses. You can also drive through the neighborhoods of Burns Park, which is known for its beautiful holiday decorations. Brooklyn Avenue and Shadford Road are also worth a look. The West Textile Road house, which is lit every night from 5 to 11 p.m., is also worth a visit.
Museums decorated for christmas
The Campus Martius Park is lit up with hundreds of thousands of Christmas lights. The centerpiece of the display is a Minnesota-grown Norway spruce, 65 feet tall. It is covered with thousands of twinkling lights. The annual lighting ceremony is held on the third Friday in November. It is free and open to the public. Visitors can visit Santa Claus while there and enjoy hot chocolate.
Many places around Detroit are decorated for Christmas. Many people enjoy visiting these places and attending holiday-themed events. Many offer holiday-themed breakfasts. If you’re looking for a more festive way to celebrate Christmas, head to Rochester, Michigan, located 26 miles north of downtown Detroit. The city is lined by over a million Christmas lights.
Greenfield Village is another great place to visit during the holiday season. Shop for handmade goods, eat delicious treats, and enjoy live performances. Santa Claus will also be visiting the village. Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester is another popular place to see a Christmas Tree. This historic mansion has been decorated for Christmas for 50 years. The grounds are decorated with thousands of lights, and dozens upon dozens of trees.
The City of Detroit’s Christmas tree lighting takes place at the end of November. The 60-foot Norwegian Spruce is strung with over 20,000 lights. The park also includes an outdoor ice rink. There’s also a 20-foot Children’s Tree in Beacon Park and numerous lighting installations and holiday displays. Grand Rapids Christmas Light Show, which spans more than two miles, features over 40 animated displays.
Detroit’s Christmas celebration is full of holiday events and fun. The Campus Martius Park is magical during the holidays. During the holidays, the campus features illuminated Christmas trees and a holiday pop-up market. The Detroit Zoo is also decorated during the holiday season. The holiday lights and festive displays make the Zoo a great place to spend the evening.
Thursday’s opening of the Detroit Historical Museum’s Hudson’s Holidays exhibition is scheduled. Hudson’s department store will have holiday decorations and toys on display, as well as general information.
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