Blogmas Day 13: Christmas in Detroit
Christmas season started on November 17th in Detroit with the annual tree lighting. There were Olympic figure skaters, and award-winning local performers and skating clubs. At night they featured amazing lighting attractions, holiday shopping, hot chocolate giveaways, food trucks, visits from Santa and more free activities.
Detroit boasts some of the most beautiful public spaces in the Midwest, which look the best during the holiday season. Shimmering with millions of lights, Detroit parks and squares are perfect for a casual winter stroll.
You can also find horse drawn carriage rides in Detroit as well.
Wild Lights at Detroit Zoo (November 24, 2023–January 7, 2024)
Detroit Zoo looks magical during 40 festive nights in November, December, and January with skillfully designed festive displays, animal habitats, and tasty holiday treats. The zoo is lavishly decorated with more than five million lights and garlands, illuminating the trees and buildings. The main highlight is 280 animal light sculptures located throughout the zoo. Entertainment also includes holiday movies at the 4-D Theater, carousel rides, and skating.
The Wayne County Lightfest (November 16–December 24, 2023)
Wayne County Lightfest is located at Hines Park in Westland, Michigan, about 16 mi (25 km) west of downtown Detroit. A dazzling drive-through display, which is open from mid-November to New Year's Eve, features an infinite light tunnel, taking you through all the twists and turns of Hines Drive. You'll see glowing candy canes, snowflakes, Santa, reindeer, and rainbows. It is one of the largest holiday displays of the Midwest!
For more information about the Lights in Detroit, click HERE
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