Things to See and Do in Detroit this Weekend (November 24th – 27th, 2022)
Thursday, November 24th
America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Presented by Gardner White
The annual Detroit tradition is back in full force for its 93rd year. Join the hundreds who flock to woodward avenue to watch floats, balloons, big heads, and even Santa coming down Detroit’s main drag
Parade begins @Woodward and Kirby: 8:45 am / Viewing along Woodward / Free
Thursday, November 24th
Thanksgiving Day Lions Game
Watching the Lions play their turkey day game has become a tradition almost as instrumental as turkey itself. This year, you can catch the Lions playing the Buffalo Bills either in person or on CBS.
Ford Field: 12:30 pm $199
Thursday, November 24th
Turkey Trot
Run along with your fellow Detroiters in either a 5K or a 10K or sit back, relax and watch the runners go by with a hot chocolate!
Huntington Place: 6:00 am $35-$75
Thursday November 24th
Thanksgiving Day Family Fun Fest
Do you want to have a Thanksgiving day breakfast, but don’t want to have to get up and make one? The Majestic has you covered. They’ll be serving a breakfast buffet all morning on Thanksgiving. Proceeds go to The Children’s Center of Detroit
Majestic Theatre: 7 am-12 pm $18-$40
Saturday, November 26th
See the D on Wheels – Holiday Edition
Join us for a tour through Detroit to see the beautiful artwork, enjoy local businesses, and gaze at the beautiful holiday lights.
Huntington Place: 1 pm $25-55
Saturday November 26th
The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays
Kick off the holiday season with a magic show that will blow your mind. Bring your family to see the awe-inspiring talent of some of the best illusionists in the world.
Fox Theatre: Times Vary $39.50-$99.50
Ongoing through January 2nd
Immersive King Tut Exhibit
Go on an expansive journey through the Ancient Egyptian afterlife. Follow Tutankhamun into the underworld
Lighthouse Art Display: Times Vary $35
Sunday, November 27th
The Lightwire Theatre: A Very Electric Christmas
Come to Music Hall and see A Very Electric Christmas; the story follows a bird named max who was flying south and got blown off course to the north pole. The show is done through a series of detailed light displays and puppets.
Music Hall:3pm -4:30pm $15-$25
Sunday, November 27th
See The D: Downtown Walking Tour
Uncover the joy of Downtown Detroit. Savor the spectacular displays this holiday season with a stroll through the city with City Tour Detroit.
Huntington Place: 10 am $15-39
Ongoing through December 31st
The Immersive Nutcracker A Winter Miracle
The very first immersive ballet is being displayed in Detroit. This 360° show is a family friendly Christmas spectacular!
Lighthouse Art Display: Times Vary $26.99-$44.99
Ongoing through December 30th
Pewabic’s Holiday Showcase
Pewabic’s new holiday decor will intrigue and enchant you. Visit their workshop to see their new collection from 50 artists across North America
Pewabic Pottery: Times Vary Free
Ongoing through January 22nd
Van Gogh in America
Although Van Gogh never visited America when he was alive, the Detroit Institute of Arts is celebrating 100 years of his paintings being on display in this country. Learn about the history of the artist and his curators through some of Van Gogh’s best work
Detroit Institute of Arts: Times Vary $7-$29
Ongoing through January 8th
Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo
Tour the grounds of Detroit’s Zoo while being dazzled by the expansive and detailed LED light displays.
Detroit Zoo: Times Vary $35-$65