1. Detroit Opera House
The C. Howard Crane-designed opera house is gorgeous on a regular day, with much of the Italian Renaissancestyle décor original to the 1922 building still in place. The opera house goes all out with the festive holiday décor, elevating this Detroit treasure to truly breathtaking.
When: Mondays November 30 – December 28, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Connect: michiganopera.org | 313.961.3500
2. Twinklin’ Holiday Lights 5K
Don your favorite holiday sweater and sneakers and celebrate the holidays with a guided run through downtown Grand Rapids. The city throws down with its holiday lighting displays, and the tour makes sure to pass by several special spots.
When: Evenings in December, by appointment.
Connect: grandrapidsrunningtours.com
3. Edsel & Eleanor Ford House
Get an up-close look into the lives of the Ford family during the Ford House Holiday Tour. Guided tours showcase the mansion’s stunning holiday decorations and the family’s Christmas traditions. The tour includes a visit to Santa’s Workshop in the South Cottage, with holiday crafts and games.
When: Tuesdays through Sundays during the holiday season.
Connect: fordhouse.org | 313.884.4222
