Top Things To Do: December 5 - 11
Updated: Dec 12, 2022
Christmas in the Village at Grand Traverse Commons, Friske's Country Christmas, The Nutcracker, and so much more! Browse the top things to do with kids in Northwest Michigan this week!
Christmas in the Village
Visit The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, December 8-10 for “Christmas in the Village”. A weekend long celebration filled with music, carriage rides, Santa Claus, shopping specials and much more kicks off Friday with the tree lighting. Merchants are also featuring Stocking Stuffer items $20 and under. Click here for the full schedule of events.
Friske's Country Christmas
Friske Farm Market is hosting Friske's Country Christmas Saturday, December 10 from 11am - 3pm. Santa will arrive at 11am with Buddy the Elf, and both will be available to visit with kids and take photos! Donuts, hot cocoa, caramel apple cider, crafts, cookie decorating, shopping and more will also be available. A suggested donation of $5 per child over 2 years old is appreciated.
More Holiday Events
Browse over 20 MORE holiday events happening this week!
Monday, December 5th
Ornament Craft for Kids at Manistee County Library (12:30-6:30pm)
Tuesday, December 6th
Jolly Gingerbread Session 2 at Boyne District Library (6:30-8pm)
Winter Wonderland Kids Art Exploration at Crooked Tree Arts Center Traverse City (4-5:15pm)
Wednesday, December 7th
Window Night in Central Lake
Friday, December 9th
Christmas with the Alpacas at Northern Lavender (3:30-9pm)
Holiday Lights Hikes at Grand Traverse Lighthouse (4-7pm)
Light Up Interlochen at Tom's Food Market (3-7pm)
Pahl's Santa Experience at Pahl's Country Store (4-7pm)
Saturday, December 10th
Candy Houses at Traverse Area District Library (10am-12pm)
Children's Christmas Party at Traverse City Elks Lodge (11am-1pm)
Christmas at the Yak or 2 Ranch (12-4pm)
Christmas Fun Day with the Lake City Area Fire Department
Christmas in the Village of Fife Lake (1-4:30pm)
Christmas Magic in Downtown Beulah (10am - 7pm)
Christmas with the Alpacas at Northern Lavender (3:30-9pm)
Elf Interactive Sing and Cheer Along Move Marathon at Buchan's West Bay (1-8pm)
Holiday Houses Family Craft at Charlevoix Public Library (10-11am)
Holiday Lights Hikes at Grand Traverse Lighthouse (4-7pm)
Pahl's Santa Experience at Pahl's Country Store (1-7pm)
Santa Night and Silent Auction at The Rock of Kingsley Youth Center (5-8pm)
Santa's Old Fashioned Wood Workshop at COGNiTiON (10-11am)
Santa's Workshop at Castle Farms (9am-3pm)
Visit with Santa at Emmet County Fairgrounds and Community Building (12-4pm)
Sunday, December 11th
A Christmas Carol at Traverse Area District Library (2-3:30pm)
Christmas with the Alpacas at Northern Lavender (3:30-9pm)
Holiday Houses Family Craft at Charlevoix Public Library (1-2pm)
Pahl's Santa Experience at Pahl's Country Store (1-7pm)
Santa's Workshop at Castle Farms (9am-3pm)
Seasonal Splendor for All at The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park (12-3pm)
S'mores with Santa at Camp Daggett (1-3pm)
Spongebob the Musical
It's your last chance to see Spongebob the Musical at Old Town Playhouse! Tickets are still available on Thursday, and there is limited availability for shows on Friday and Saturday. The musical is based on the beloved animated series with songs provided by a host of popular music luminaries.
The Nutcracker
Ring in the holidays with the magical holiday classic of The Nutcracker at Interlochen Center for the Arts December 8 - 11. The timeless story of Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker comes to life through exceptional dancing, breathtaking costumes, dazzling scenic design, and live accompaniment by the Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra. Click here for ticket and schedule information.
Even More Things To Do!
Storytimes, clubs, classes, playgroups and more - visit our event calendar for even more kids activities happening in Northwest Michigan this week.
Featured Indoor Activities
Beulah: Santa's Old Fashioned Wood Workshopat COGNiTiON (10-11am)
Charlevoix: WRCNM Community Playgroup at Charlevoix Public Library (10-11:30am)
Lake Ann: 5toOne Playgroup at Lake Ann United Methodist Church Community Center (10-11:30am)
Traverse City: Kids' Matinee of The Grinch - each child will receive a free children's book and a delicious cookie! (10am)
Traverse City: Candy Houses at Traverse Area District Library (10am-12pm)
Williamsburg: The Music House Museum