(WWJ) More holiday events? Why not! 'Tis the season to find something festive to do in Metro Detroit, and we've got your covered.
Here are five options for this weekend, brought to you by WWJ's Don't Miss List with Pat Vitale.
1. Candyland
6PM-10PM daily, through Jan. 20
Beacon Park, Detroit
This could be the perfect place in Detroit for holiday photos! Candyland at Beacon Park features larger-than-life light installations, a sparkling candy cane arch, a giant gingerbread house and festive figures. There's a walkthrough snowflake, LED light canopy and multiple holiday-themed photo display areas. It's FREE and open to the public.
2. Christmas in Plymouth
Friday, Dec. 12-Sunday, Dec. 14
Downtown Plymouth
Bring the family for horse-drawn carriages, trolley rides, dining specials, live street music and dancing. You can take the chill off at one of the fire pit warming stations, and shop at the Mistletoe Market. While you're there, help support Foster Closet Michigan by donating a new coat, hat, mittens, socks or toys for local kids in need. Get the details.
3. Home from the Holidays with the DSO
Friday, Dec. 12-Sunday, Dec. 14
Orchestra Hall, Detroit
Celebrate the season with one of Detroit’s favorite holiday traditions! The Detroit Symphony Orchestra and special guests will bring the magic of the holidays to life with festive favorites performed in the warmth of Orchestra Hall. It's a concert filled with joy, music, and spirit. There are afternoon and evening performances, starting Friday.
4. SantaCon Bar Crawl
Saturday, Dec. 13, 2-7PM
Downtown Royal Oak
Gather your friends, dress up jolly, and spread some holiday cheer at what's billed as the biggest annual Santa-themed bar crawl around! For the 21+ crowd only, stops include Motor City Gas, Cantaritos, The Side Bar, Tequila Blue and more. Wristbands are required for entry to ALL participating locations 2-7pm! Get your tickets.
5. Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Thursday, Dec. 11-Sunday, Dec. 14
Fox Theatre, Detroit
The original cirque holiday theatrical event, this nationally acclaimed annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around awe-inspiring contemporary circus arts. Enchanting and fun for children to seniors, Cirque Dreams Holidaze features a world-renowned cast of performers including an ensemble of aerial circus acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, eye-popping acrobatics, original music, singers, dancers and more! Buy tickets at this link.