Kick off the holiday season with the magic of tree lighting ceremonies across Oakland County! From dazzling light displays and festive parades to visits with Santa and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This guide offers a complete list of 2025 tree lighting events, organized by date, so you can plan your perfect holiday outing. Whether you’re visiting a charming small-town celebration or a grand holiday festival, these events are sure to fill your heart with cheer and your calendar with joy!
2026 Tree Lighting Ceremonies by Date
Friday, November 13, 2026
- 6;00 PM Canterbury Village Tree Lighting, Lake Orion
- 7:00 PM Downtown Plymouth
Thursday, November 19, 2026
- Lake Orion Tree Lighting
- Dearborn Wanderlights Tree Lighting
Friday, November 20, 2026
- 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Detroit Tree Lighting
- 6:00 PM – 9:00 Light The Lights – Novi
- 6:30 PM – Northville Holiday Lighted Parade & Tree Lighting
- 4:00 PM Royal Oak Lighting of The Park
- 6:00 PM Auburn Hills
- 6:00 PM Rochester Hills
Saturday, November 21, 2026
- 6:00 PM Light Up Beacon Park
Sunday, November 22, 2026
- 4:00 – 7:00 PM Gross Pointe Farms War Memorial Holiday Tree Lighting
Monday, November 23, 2026
- 6:00 – 8:00 PM Madison Heights Tree Lighting
- 6:00–9:00 PM Rochester Big, Bright Light Show
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
- 6:00 – 8:00 PM Southfield Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, December 4, 2026
- 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Birmingham Winter Market & Tree Lighting
- 5:00 PM- 10:00 PM Wixom Downtown Tree Lighting
- 5:00 PM- 6:30 PM Chelsea Hometown Holiday Tree Lighting
Saturday, December 5, 2026
- 5:30 – 8:30 PM- Sterling Heights
- 5:30 PM- Berkley Holiday Lights
- 4:00 – 7:00 PM – City of Taylor Winterfest & Tree Lighting
Check out Glenlore Trails Aurora Winter Wizards if you’re looking for more holiday magic!
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