(WWJ) -- Working on your weekend plans? Let us be your guide this holiday season!
Each week, WWJ discovers all the top events happening around Metro Detroit to help you make the most of your weekend with the Don't Miss List.
Subscribe here to get the full Don't Miss List newsletter in your inbox every Thursday afternoon, and be sure to check out these Metro Detroit holiday events this weekend:
1. Home for the Holidays at Ford House
Home for the Holidays at Ford House is a new winter experience where visitors can enjoy a beautifully illuminated evening walk throughout the historic estate, marveling at the glittering white lights and the first floor of the Main Residence. During the self-guided tour, attendees can hear captivating stories about the estate's rich history while taking in the home's understated elegance inspired by Eleanor Ford's tastes. Each ticket also includes a complimentary hot chocolate, with spiked hot chocolate available for the adults!
Select weekend days from now through Saturday, Dec. 30 at Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores
All are invited to take part in free festive rides on the Holly Trolley, with five stops across Downtown Detroit to shop, explore, and enjoy throughout the holiday season. With stops at Book Tower, Capitol Park, Campus Martius Park, Parker's Alley, and Columbia Street, you'll get a great tour of the downtown area and plenty of opportunities to pick up some great gifts for everyone on your holiday list! Trolleys run now through Jan. 7 in Downtown Detroit.
Thursdays - Saturdays from now through Jan. 7 (excluding Dec. 24 & 25) in Downtown Detroit
3. Holiday Stroll at Canterbury Village
Walk through the ultimate outdoor holiday experience at Canterbury Village in Lake Orion. The quaint shopping village transforms to a winter wonderland to provide a true holiday setting that brings the spirit of Christmas to life! Check out numerous exciting holiday displays with live characters -- including a visit with Santa to top it all off! Grab drinks and sweet treats from the C-Pub and Yates Cider Mill, and you can even get some last-minute Christmas shopping done at one of the village's the many boutiques and gift shops!
Thursday, Dec. 21 - Saturday, Dec. 23 at Canterbury Village in Lake Orion
Explore a dazzling holiday light show in the forest all this month at Glenlore Trails: Aurora in Commerce -- an immersive wintry experience for all ages. This one-mile outdoor path features incredible light shows, interactive elements, games, music and more. Visit Michigan's original illuminated forest for the Aurora experience, this Thursday through Saturday and next Thursday through Saturday at Glenlore Trails.
Thursday, Dec. 21 - Saturday, Dec. 23 & Thursday, Dec. 28 - Saturday, Dec. 30 at Glenlore Trails in Commerce
5. Breakfast with Santa at Monroe Street Midway
If you're looking for a special Santa experience this holiday weekend, head to Downtown Detroit for an immersive meet and greet with the Big Man in Red! Breakfast with Santa at Monroe Street Midway includes a breakfast buffet, holiday activities, a keepsake photo and more! The Santa Breakfast will take place on Saturday, Dec. 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Monroe Street Midway in Downtown Detroit.
Saturday, Dec. 23 from 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Monroe Street Midway in Downtown Detroit
