Your Guide to a Festive & Fulfilling Week in Livonia and Beyond (Dec. 1–5)
LIVONIA — 11/29/2025
The first week of December is kicking off with a perfect blend of civic engagement, holiday cheer, skill-building, and high-energy entertainment right here in Livonia and across Metro Detroit. Whether you're looking to unwind with candlelight yoga, knock out some holiday shopping, or catch a major concert, we have your schedule covered.
Livonia Lights Up with Community, Culture, and Classes
Livonia's week is characterized by strong community roots and opportunities for local enrichment. The annual **26th Annual All Four One Holiday Harvest Toy Drive** officially ramps up its collection period starting Monday, offering a vital way for residents to give back at the Civic Park Senior Center.
For those seeking professional development or a new hobby, both **Schoolcraft College** and the **Livonia Public Library** are hosting engaging events. On Wednesday, the Bennett Civic Center Library hosts a **Jewelry Making Workshop**, and the Carl Sandburg Library offers a creative **Crayons, Glitter & Glue** craft time for the younger set. Later in the week, adults can get a jump on holiday treats with a **Christmas Cookie Decorating Class** at the VistaTech Center on Thursday.
Local entertainment is also shining, with **Trinity House Theatre** hosting a serene **Candlelight Yin Yoga** session on Monday and then transforming for the **Christopher Mark Jones Trio** concert on Friday. For a relaxed weeknight, stop by **Livonia Brewing Co.** on Thursday for their popular **Trivia Night**.
Major Events Rock Metro Detroit This Week
While Livonia keeps it local, the broader Metro Detroit area is bustling with high-profile sports, concerts, and holiday attractions you can easily access:
Sports Fans
Kick off the week with the **Detroit Pistons vs. Atlanta Hawks** game at Little Caesars Arena on Monday, December 1st. Mid-week, the pop sensation **Pentatonix** performs at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday, December 3rd.
Holiday Lights & Cheer
Multiple dazzling light displays are operating all week, including the **Magic of Lights** at Pine Knob Music Theatre and **Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo** (Royal Oak), both running daily. For a historic holiday experience, **Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village** (Dearborn) begins its 2025 run on Thursday, December 4th.
Unique Shopping
Get your gift list checked off at the **Downtown Detroit Markets and Cadillac Lodge**, which are open throughout the week at Campus Martius and Cadillac Square, featuring dozens of local vendors.
Whether you stay local for a craft session or head downtown for a game, this first week of December promises to be a memorable start to the holiday season.
🗓 Livonia & Metro Detroit Events: December 1 - December 5, 2025
Local Livonia Events
| Date | Time | Event | Venue / Location | Type / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Dec 1 | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM | 26th Annual All Four One Holiday Harvest Toy Drive | Civic Park Senior Center, 15218 Farmington Rd | Charity/Community |
| Mon, Dec 1 | 7:00 PM | Livonia City Council Meeting | Livonia City Hall Council Chambers, 33000 Civic Center Dr | Government/Civic |
| Mon, Dec 1 | 7:00 PM | Candlelight Yin Yoga, Sound Bath + Cello Experience | 32622 7 Mile Rd, Livonia | Wellness/Class (Ticketed) |
| Mon, Dec 1 | 7:30 PM | Adult/Advanced Open Hockey Session | Eddie Edgar Ice Arena, 33841 Lyndon St | Sporting/Recreation |
| Tue, Dec 2 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Open Stage — Trinity House Theatre | Trinity House Theatre, 38840 W 6 Mile Rd | Arts/Performance |
| Tue, Dec 2 | 7:00 PM | Santa's Workshop - Decorating Fun (Ages 6-12) | Kirksey Recreation Center (CRC), 15100 Hubbard | Family/Workshop |
| Tue, Dec 2 | 7:00 PM | Livonia Planning Commission Meeting | City Hall Auditorium, 33000 Civic Center Dr | Government/Civic |
| Tue, Dec 2 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | “The Day We Almost Lost Modern Art” — Lecture | Bennett Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd | Lecture/Library Program |
| Wed, Dec 3 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Crayons, Glitter & Glue (Kids craft storytime) | Carl Sandburg Library, 30100 Seven Mile Rd | Family/Library Program |
| Wed, Dec 3 | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Jewelry Making Workshop with Christine Steffen | Bennett Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd | Class/Workshop (Registration req.) |
| Wed, Dec 3 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Pop-Up Shop Wednesdays | Livonia Marketplace, 29113 7 Mile Rd | Market/Retail |
| Wed, Dec 3 | 6:00 PM | Public Skating Session | Devonaire Ice Arena, 15260 Farmington Rd | Sporting/Recreation |
| Wed, Dec 3 | 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM | Livonia Brick Association (LEGO club) | Bennett Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd | Youth/Library Program |
| Thu, Dec 4 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Christmas Cookie Decorating Class | Schoolcraft College Culinary Arts Program, 18600 Haggerty Rd | Class/Culinary (Pre-registration) |
| Thu, Dec 4 | 7:00 PM | Trivia Night at Livonia Brewing Co. | Livonia Brewing Co., 8409 Stark Rd | Social/Entertainment |
| Fri, Dec 5 | All Day | Holiday Shopping Day Specials | Various Small Businesses (e.g., Laurel Park Place) | Retail/Special |
| Fri, Dec 5 | 5:00 PM – 6:20 PM | Friday Night Open Skate | Eddie Edgar Ice Arena, 33841 Lyndon St | Sporting/Recreation |
| Fri, Dec 5 | 7:30 PM | Christopher Mark Jones Trio w/ Mike Gentry | Trinity House Theatre, 38840 W 6 Mile Rd | Arts/Concert (Ticketed) |
Metro Detroit Area Events (Outside Livonia)
| Date | Time | Event | Venue / Location | Type / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Dec 1 | 7:00 PM | Detroit Pistons vs. Atlanta Hawks | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit | Professional Sports (NBA) |
| Mon, Dec 1 – Fri, Dec 5 | Various | Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo | Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak | Holiday Attraction |
| Mon, Dec 1 – Fri, Dec 5 | Various | Magic of Lights – 2025 | Pine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston | Drive-Through Light Display |
| Mon, Dec 1 – Fri, Dec 5 | Various | Downtown Detroit Markets & Cadillac Lodge | Cadillac Square / Campus Martius, Detroit | Holiday Shopping/Markets |
| Mon, Dec 1 – Fri, Dec 5 | Various | DaVinci The Exhibition | The Gallery by General Motors, Dearborn | Art Exhibition |
| Mon, Dec 1 – Fri, Dec 5 | Various | Small Works: All Media Exhibition | Northville Art House, Northville | Art Exhibition |
| Mon, Dec 1 – Fri, Dec 5 | Various | Wayne County Lightfest | Hines Park, Westland | Drive-Through Light Display |
| Wed, Dec 3 | 7:00 PM | Pentatonix: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year Tour | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit | Concert (A Cappella/Holiday) |
| Thu, Dec 4 | Various | Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village (Opening Day) | Greenfield Village, Dearborn | Historic Holiday Event |
| Thu, Dec 4 | 8:15 PM | Detroit Lions vs. Dallas Cowboys | Ford Field, Detroit | Professional Sports (NFL) |
| Fri, Dec 5 | Various | A Magical Cirque Christmas | Fox Theatre, Detroit | Holiday Entertainment/Show |