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Where Can I Find Fun Things to do with Kids Near Me in December?

If you are looking to answer the question: “Where can I find fun things to do with kids near me in December?”, then check out our list below.

Santa visit, Holiday Lights and Tree Lighting

Kick off the holiday season right and don’t miss out the fun! We’ve curated the biggest list of all inclusive holiday guides for you.
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Shop and Gather at Cadillac Lodge Detroit

Downtown Detroit has an outdoor holiday market with a collection of curated Detroit vendors offering specialty apparel, accessories, jewelry, bath products, home décor, children’s toys, pet goods, books, snacks and more. After you are finished with your shopping spree, enjoy gathering around the warm fireplace and sipping hot drinks and food at The Cadillac Lodge.

Hours:
November 9 – Jan 7
Mondays & Tuesdays: Closed 
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 11am – 8pm 
Fridays & Saturdays: 11am – 11pm 
Sundays: 11am – 7pm 

The Cadillac Lodge
60 Cadillac Square, Detroit, MI 48226

Winter at Monroe Street Midway

Family and all ages can enjoy all the free activities in Monroe Street Midway. Guests can enjoy free arctic slide, bumper cars, puck putt, interactive art activation and arcade with additional fee. Kids can enjoy crafts every Saturday, also character visits on selected days. Details

Hours:
Nov 9 – Jan 7
Thursdays: 11AM – 8PM
Fridays & Saturdays: 11AM – 10PM 
Sundays: 11AM – 8PM 

HOLIDAY HOURS
Thanksgiving Day/Christmas Day: Closed
Christmas Eve: 11AM – 4PM
New Year’s Eve & Day: 11AM – 8PM

Monroe Street Midway
22 Monroe St
Detroit, MI 48226

New Year Eve Events in Detroit

Kids and family can enjoy live entertainment, New Year Eve activities, food trucks, winter lights displays and a countdown and balloon drop.

Sunday, December 31, 2023 1pm-6pm
Detroit New Year’s Eve Party for Kids @ Beacon Park (1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48226)

Glenlore Trails Aurora, a wintry immersive holiday walk experience opens til December 30th

Every time we go to Glenlore Trails, we always find something new to discover. Their new concept of wintry walk Aurora returns November 17 til December 30, 2023. It is an one mile outdoor path with interactive, story moments, and other entertainment. It creates immersive fun experience for all ages. Don’t forget to secure your tickets now! 

Winter Wonder Light at Meadowbrook Hall, Rochester

Guest can enjoy self-guided outdoor walk featuring unique light displays across the grounds of Meadow Brook Hall. It is Michigan’s most dazzling outdoor event that is perfect for any age. Guests can also explore the festive decoration inside the mansion during this tour. There are some special holiday events, including Starlight StrollHoliday Tea and Santa Saturdays.

Escaping the Michigan’s Winter

Winter in Michigan can be long and dreading. There are a few ways to keep active and fun during the winter months as below:
25+ amazing activities you can do
Visit indoor waterparks
Outdoor activities guide

See A Holiday Show

There are so many amazing events going on around Metro Detroit. Check out some of our favorite holiday shows;
November 29th – December 17th: Frozen
December 10th: NUTCRACKER! MAGICAL CHRISTMAS BALLET
December 10th: A Very Darren Crissmas
December 13th: Home Alone in Concert
December 15th – 17th: Home for the Holidays 
December 15th – 16th: Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer – The Musical
December 17th: MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS BY CHIP DAVIS
December 20th: The Music of The Nutcracker!
December 21st – 23rd: THE ILLUSIONISTS – MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS
December 22nd: Gregory Porter 2023 Holiday Tour
December 22nd – 23rd: Elf™ in Concert
December 23rd: TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA
December 27th: WWE LIVE HOLIDAY TOUR
December 30th: MAGIC OF LIGHTS
2024
January 4th – 7th: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL CRYSTAL
January 24th – February 18th: Wicked
February 15th- 18th: DISNEY ON ICE – MAGIC IN THE STARS

Yohana Isabella
Author: Yohana Isabella

Yohana Isabella is a former financial auditor turned stay at home mom of trilingual 4yo boy Charlie. She is passionate about photography, traveling, baking and cooking. She loves to explore new places, culture and food with her family all year round in Michigan and other states. She looks forward to contributing to Metro Detroit Mommy. Follow her journey in instagram https://www.instagram.com/detroitfoodieventure/