Birmingham
The Santa House
Various Dates in November and December- Starting November 23, 2016
Shain Park- Birmingham, MI
The Santa House will be open from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. following the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Shain Park on Wednesday, November 23. The Santa House is located under the pavilion in Shain Park. Following opening night, the Santa House will be open on weekends through Christmas. Download the 2016 Santa House schedule to view a detailed list with dates and hours of operation.
Children may give him their list and have their picture taken with him. A $5 donation goes to the Birmingham Lions Club and Leader Dogs for the Blind.
Winter Markt
December 2nd 3-9 p.m; December 3rd 10 a.m.-9 p.m; and December 4th 11 a.m.-4 pm.
Shain Park- Birmingham, MI
Shain Park will come alive with activity during the City of Birmingham's seventh annual Birmingham Winter Markt event. Attendees will enjoy European food and drinks, gift items, holiday greens, crafts, ice carving demonstrations, live reindeer, warming stations, a Kinderhaus children's activity area, the popular Santa House, horse-drawn carriage rides and live entertainment.
Breakfast with Santa
December 3, 9-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
The Community House- 380 South Bates Street, Birmingham, MI
Have breakfast with Santa at The Community House! Tickets available at The Community House, by phone at 248-644-5832, or online at www.tchserves.org. For questions, call 248-203-4300. Tickets are $20 per person or $23 per person (after Nov. 25). No charge for children under 1. No refunds.
Troy
Macy’s Somerset Collection- Breakfast with Santa
December 3rd, 4th, 11th, 18th 2016- 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Somerset Collection Macy's- 2750 W. Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084
Santa & Mrs. Claus present-- Breakfast Buffet includes Scrambled Eggs, Vegetable Strata, Potato Hash (Hashbrown Casserole), Bacon, French Toast with Stonewall Kitchen Syrups, Assorted Baked Goods, Granola Parfaits, Fruit, Cereal, Coffee/Milk/Juice. $14.95 Kids (12 and under – tots under 1 are free), $21.95 Adults. For more details or to reserve your seat at the table, call 1-877-55-MACYS (1-877-556-2297).
CMNtv’s Visit with Santa Live
December 3, 2016- 2-4 p.m.
CMNtv studio- 1230 Souter Dr, Troy, Michigan, 48083, United States
Bring your own camera for a photo with Santa in our studio and enjoy some holiday snacks and goodies after your visit. All ages are welcome. Visit with Santa will be cablecast LIVE from 2:30pm - 3:30pm. This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. All ages! By attending, you consent to appear on this live TV show.
Barnes & Noble Christmas Storytime
December 3, 2016- 11 a.m.-Noon
Barnes & Noble- 396 John R Rd, Troy, MI 48083
"Grow Your Heart 3 Sizes!" and celebrate all things Grinch with a reading of the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! We will have good deed badges and tracking booklets for kids to log all the good things they do this holiday season. Activities to follow.
Barnes & Noble Orchestra Holiday Performance
December 3, 2016- 10-11 a.m.
Barnes & Noble- 396 John R Rd, Troy, MI 48083
What better way to make your shopping more enjoyable than by listening to the Royal Oak Symphony Orchestra perform holiday classics! From 10am to 6pm on Saturday, December 3, let the music soothe you as you browse your holiday list, enjoy a warm latte from the Café or pick up a holiday movie or CD from the music dept.
Christmas in the Village
December 3, 2016- 1-3 p.m.
Troy Historic Village 60 W. Wattles Rd , Troy, MI 48098
Share in the 19th and 20th century traditions that made historic holidays special: simple decorations, festive dinners, holiday finery, yuletide carols, vintage greetings, antique toys and more. Children may make a Christmas craft in Poppleton School and visit with Santa Claus inside Old Troy Church. All visitors enjoy complimentary Christmas cookies along with hot, mulled cider and holiday greens, courtesy of the Troy Garden Club. Feeling charitable? Help local families in need by donating a toy to Toys for Tots .This year's event will also feature the cast of “Little Women: The Musical" singing tunes from the show as well as traditional Christmas carols.
Barnes & Noble Band Holiday Performance
December 9, 2016- 5-6 p.m.
Barnes & Noble- 396 John R Rd, Troy, MI 48083
Join us as the Royal Oak High School Band Boosters perform music that will fill us with holiday joy! Sit with a warm hot chocolate or latte and let the Royal Oak high school students make your holiday shopping more relaxed!
Christmas Tree Lighting and Winter Wonderland
December 9, 2016- 6:30-9 p.m.
Troy Public Library, 510 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI 48084
Tree lighting ceremony, singalongs, activities, crafts, and more all throughout the Civic Center Campus!
Barnes & Noble Harry Potter Magical Holiday Ball
December 9, 2016- 7-8 p.m.
Barnes & Noble- 396 John R Rd, Troy, MI 48083
Dress like your favorite Harry Potter character, wear your holiday best or come as you are and join us for dancing, music, activities and giveaways.
Decorate for Wildlife with Santa
December 10, 2016- 1-3 p.m.
Stage Nature Center- 6685 Coolidge Hwy, Troy, MI 48098
Santa enjoys watching wild animals. Do you like to watch wild animals? Here is a great way to attract animals -- put out edible decorations for them! Each child will make some ornaments to hang outside. Join Santa Claus as he tells a few tales about animals he has observed. Everyone will talk with Santa personally and receive a small gift from him. Bring your cameras and take pictures of your little ones with Santa. A member of the TNS Photo Club will be available to take pictures of your child if you wish. Price will be $10 for 2 5x7s. Please dress for the weather, as a short hike is included. Each child participating in the program must be registered. Parents and/or grandparents are free and need to remain with the child.
Macy’s Oakland Mall- Breakfast with Santa
December 11, 2016- 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Oakland Mall Macy's in Troy- 500 W. 14 Mile Rd, Troy, MI 48083
Santa & Mrs. Claus and Balloon Artist--Breakfast Buffet includes Scrambled Eggs, Vegetable Strata, Potato Hash (Hashbrown Casserole), Bacon, French Toast with Stonewall Kitchen Syrups, Assorted Baked Goods, Granola Parfaits, Fruit, Cereal, Coffee/Milk/Juice. For more details or to reserve your seat at the table, call 1-877-55-MACYS (1-877-556-2297). $14.95 Kids (12 and under – tots under 1 are free), $21.95 Adults
Barnes & Noble Christmas Storytime
December 17, 2016
Barnes & Noble- 396 John R Rd, Troy, MI 48083
It's a magical Christmas Eve, and all of the children in your town are sleeping. Well, all of the children but you! How could you possibly fall asleep when you know Santa and his sleigh are on their way? Join us for Storytime and activities featuring Santa's Sleigh Is on Its Way!
Barnes & Noble Music Holiday Performance
December 18, 2016
Barnes & Noble- 396 John R Rd, Troy, MI 48083
Join us as Suzuki Royal Oak Institute & Music put on an afternoon of holiday musical performances from 1 to 5pm. Relax with a cup of hot cocoa or a peppermint mocha, listen to some holiday favorites and make your holiday shopping experience more enjoyable.
Clawson
Lunch with Santa
December 10, 2016- 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hunter Community Center- 509 Fisher Ct., Clawson, MI 48017
Tickets must be purchased in advance at Hunter Community Center and include lunch, a visit with Santa and a small gift! Call for more information 248-589-0334. $6 per person
Nearby
Royal Oak- Santa Visits
December 3, 2016- 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
OUR Credit Union- 3070 Normandy Road, Royal Oak, MI 48073
Come visit Santa at OUR Credit Union in Royal Oak. Oakey Dokey account holders will receive one free photo in a holiday magnetic frame. Additional photos and non-member photos are just a $1 donation to OUR Credit Union Charitable Foundation, which supports charities in our communities.
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