CAVALCADE
OF COOL STUFF FOR
DEC 19 – DEC 26, 2019
The Cavalcade of Cool Stuff is presented by
Your Neighborhood Michigan Ford Dealers
Coopersville, Now – December 22
The Santa Train at the Coopersville & Marne Railway Station
Enjoy a scenic train ride accompanied by Santa himself!
Birmingham, Now – December 24
Santa House at Shain Park, 10am-3pm Each Day
Come see Santa all season long at his quaint “home” under the pavilion at the park.
Dearborn, Now – December 28
Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village, 6:30pm-10pm Each Day
Surround yourself with true holiday spirit at this historic and beautiful 80-acre village. Enjoy ice-skating, caroling, and fireworks.
Marshall, Now – December 29
Merry Mile at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds, 6pm-9pm
Load up the car and drive through this spectacular one-mile long light display.
Grand Rapids, Now – January 5
Snowflake Break at the Grand Rapids Public Museum, 9am-5pm Each Day
Create your own make and take paper snowflakes, decorate wooden ornaments, and more!
Brooklyn, November 29 – December 31
Nite Lites at the Michigan International Speedway
Bring the whole family and experience this fun drive-thru Christmas light show.
Cadillac, December 20
Lantern-Lit Snowshoe Hike at Mitchell State Park, 6pm-9pm
Enjoy a hike down the Heritage Nature Trail with campfire warming stations and hot cocoa along the way.
Ontonagon, December 21
Snowshoe Tying Workshop at Porcupine Mountains State Park, 9am-5pm
Learn how to weave your own traditional wood-framed snowshoes at this all day workshop.
Roscommon, December 21
Free Beginner Ski Lesson at Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 10:30am-11:30am
Learn the basics of cross-country skiing for free.
Detroit, December 21
Nature Holiday Crafts at the Outdoor Adventure Center, 11am-1pm
Make paper snowflakes and ornaments using natural materials at this drop-in event.
Lake Orion, December 21 & December 22
Canterbury Christmas Pop-Up at Olde World Canterbury Village, 10am-5pm
See this village come alive for the holidays with acres of decorations, children visiting Santa, holiday parties, and more!
Bay City, December 21 & December 22
Let it Snow at the Delta College Planetarium & Learning Center, 2pm-3pm
This entertainment show features classic and modern holiday music set to thematic scenery and artistic animation.
Mackinaw City, December 22
Winter Solstice at Headlands International Dark Sky Park, 7pm-9pm
Enjoy this guided observation of the night sky. Professional astronomers and stargazers will be there to answer any questions you may have.
Grayling, December 28
New Moon Lantern-Lit Snowshoe Hike at Hartwick Pines State Park, 6:30pm-9pm
Enjoy a 1.25 mile snowshoe hike through lantern lit, old growth forest.
ANN ARBOR/YPSILANTI EVENTS:
- Art & Brew 2019
https://www.annarborartcenter.org/artbrew2019/ - Wiard’s Orchards’ Night Terrors
https://hauntedhousemichigan.com/ - Dexter Cider Mill
http://www.dextercidermill.com/ - Wiard’s Orchard
https://wiards.com/wp/ - Huron River Drive Color Tour
https://www.awesomemitten.com/ann-arbor-autumn-huron-river/ - YpsiGlow
https://www.ypsireal.com/event/ypsiglow-2019/1410/ - U of M Football Games
https://mgoblue.com/schedule.aspx?schedule=472
Discover more events in this area at:
www.ypsireal.com + www.annarbor.org
Upcoming Talks & Book Signings
Clinton Township, November 14, 6:30pm – 8pm at Sanders
Adrian, December 6, 5:30pm – 7pm at The Governor Croswell Tea Room
