Thursday, Nov. 19
Santa’s Arrival
Santa arrives by fire engine for a festive mall celebration with live music, face painting, balloon art, holiday crafts and complimentary hot chocolate.
Briarwood Mall, 100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor
Friday, Nov. 20
Northville Hometown Holiday Lighted Parade
The holiday season kicks off with a lighted parade featuring bands, dancers, floats and Santa, followed by a tree lighting in Town Square. A dedicated sensory zone provides a calmer viewing option.
Downtown Northville, 150 E. Main St., Northville
Saturday, Nov. 21 and Sunday, Nov. 22
Santa at My Urban Toddler
A Santa meet-and-greet and photos for families. Ticketed.
My Urban Toddler, 2631 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor
Northville Hometown Holiday Festival
A free two-day holiday festival with a greens market, local crafters, specialty food vendors, food trucks, Santa visits, family entertainment and photo opportunities.
Downtown Northville, Main St., Northville
Saturday, Nov. 21 through Thursday, Dec. 24
Santa Photos
Santa arrives at Briarwood for the holiday season; reserve your spot for a classic Santa photo. Book early to secure your time.
Briarwood Mall, 100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor
Saturday, Nov. 21
Winter Wonderland Walk
A holiday walk in a park with lights, parade and Santa, kicking off the season.
Heritage Park, 1150 S. Canton Center, Canton
Saturday, Nov. 28 and Sunday, Nov. 29
Snacks with Santa
A family holiday outing with a horse-drawn hayride, sing-along, treats and a visit with Santa, geared toward ages 2-10. Registration is required.
Farm Center of Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Pkwy., Milford
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Saturday, Nov. 28 through Monday, Dec. 14
Hometown Holiday | Santa Mail
Children can drop Christmas wish lists in a Santa mailbox, with return letters promised for notes received by Dec. 14 and an address included.
Palmer Commons, Main St., Chelsea
Sunday, Nov. 29
Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus & The Grinch!
Enjoy a festive visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, the Polar Express Conductor and visiting elves, featuring holiday activities, hot chocolate, a take-home gift and professional photo opportunities. Ticketed.
Stone Chalet Bed and Breakfast Inn and Event Center, 1917 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor
Pet Photos with Santa
Bring your pets for a seasonal photo session with Santa at Briarwood Mall. Photos will be available for purchase.
Briarwood Mall, 100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Palio
A free rooftop tree lighting with holiday music, carolers, Santa and complimentary hot cocoa and treats. Bring an ornament to add to the tree.
Palio Ann Arbor, 347 S. Main St., Ann Arbor
Friday, Dec. 4
Midnight Madness
Late-night holiday shopping and dining with special discounts, festive treats, and a visit from Santa on Main Street.
Downtown Ann Arbor, Main St.Â
Kerrytown District Kindlefest
A festive outdoor holiday market with over 50 artisans, traditional food, mulled wine, live music, kids activities and Santa.
Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 305 Detroit St., Ann Arbor
Saturday, Dec. 5
Country Christmas at Faithview Village
A free country Christmas celebration with Santa and live reindeer, hayrides, holiday shopping and live music in a heated barn.
Faithview Village, 5845 Arkona Rd., Saline
Christmas in the Village
A festive market with artisans, food trucks, Santa and holiday activities.
Cherry Hill Village, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd., Suite 10, Canton
Sunday, Dec. 6
A Special Visit with Caring Santa
A sensory-friendly Santa experience designed for children with special needs and their families, with photo opportunities. Reservations are required.
Briarwood Mall, 100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor
Caring Santa at Twelve Oaks Mall
A sensory-friendly private Santa visit for children with special needs and their families, with reservations required.
Twelve Oaks Mall, 27500 Novi Rd., Novi
Pictures with Santa
Reserve a family photo session with Santa, including free hot cocoa and desserts for purchase. Photos taken by a professional with digital copies included.
Yours Truly Events, 114 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
Friday, Dec. 11
Breakfast with Santa
A festive package combining a VIP Polar Express screening with a breakfast and photo op with Santa. Includes an overnight stay for a full holiday experience.
Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor, 615 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor
Saturday, Dec. 12
Santa Brunch
A family holiday brunch with Santa featuring photos, chef-prepared breakfast favorites, and a festive waffle station for kids. Reservations are required.
Venue by 4M, 1919 S. Industrial Ave., Ann Arbor
Saturday, Dec. 12, Saturday, Dec. 19 and Sunday, Dec. 20
Snacks with Santa
A family holiday outing with a horse-drawn hayride, sing-along, treats, and a visit with Santa, geared toward ages 2-10. Registration is required.
Farm Center of Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Pkwy., Milford
Sunday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 19
Santa at the Farm
Personal, unhurried visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus at a festively decorated farmhouse, with photos, a model train layout, hot chocolate and access to the petting farm animals. Ticketed.
The Petting Farm at Domino’s Farms, 3001 Earhart Rd., Ann Arbor
Meet Santa at Sam Hill
A holiday gathering where families can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, take photos, sip cocoa, make s’mores and enjoy crafts and games.
Sam Hill, 5827 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor
Santa is Coming to Dan’s Downtown Tavern
Santa Joe brings holiday cheer to a downtown tavern with free cookies and hot chocolate for kids, photo opportunities and a merry afternoon for the whole family.
Dan’s Downtown Tavern, 103 E. Michigan Ave., Saline
Tuesday, Dec. 15
Santa is Coming to Bridgwater Bank Tavern
A family-friendly evening at a local tavern where children can visit Santa Joe, take photos, and enjoy treats.
Bridgwater Bank Tavern, 8452 Boettner Rd., Saline
Friday, Dec. 18
Santa is Coming to Mancino’s
Santa Joe makes a stop at a local pizzeria for free visits and holiday photos, with pizza and grinders available for a family dinner out.
Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders, 1323 E. Michigan Ave., Saline
Saturday, Dec. 19
Cookies with The Grinch
A holiday meet-and-greet with the Grinch, including photo opportunities and a cookie decorating kit. Ticketed.
Ypsilanti Township Community Center, 2025 E. Clark Rd., Ypsilanti
