Holiday Cheer Descends on Livonia for Mid-December Weekend

The second weekend of December 2025 promises a flurry of festive activity across Livonia, with the community calendar packed from morning until night on both Saturday, December 13th, and Sunday, December 14th. From classic Christmas concerts to family-friendly outdoor attractions featuring heroes and holiday villains, there's something to ensure every resident thrives in the spirit of the season.

Greenmead Historical Park Shines with "Night of Lights"

The centerpiece of the weekend is the continuation of the **Night of Lights** event at Greenmead Historical Park (20501 Newburgh Rd), which offers two distinct, themed evenings:

• Saturday: "Grinch Night" (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM) will feature a special meet and greet with the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who, alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus for photos, live music by Lily Bowen, and a range of games and crafts.
• Sunday: "Lights, Sirens & Heroes" (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM) shifts focus to celebrating local police and fire heroes, with appearances by the Wayne County Mounted Sheriff’s Unit, as well as fan-favorite Superheroes, including Spiderman and Spider-Gwen.

Both nights offer a fantastic opportunity for holiday shopping, enjoying the festive displays, and making lasting memories.

Musical Merriment Fills Local Stages

Music lovers have several options for celebrating the season through song:

• Saturday brings a collaborative holiday concert, **Together for the Holidays**, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at Livonia Churchill High School (8900 Newburgh Road). The event features the City Lights Chorus performing with the Five Lakes Silver Band.
• Sunday features two distinct choral events. The **Livonia Civic Chorus: Sounds of the Season** is scheduled from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the New Livonia Senior Center (32001 Five Mile Rd), requiring tickets for an afternoon of holiday classics. Earlier, at 2:30 PM, the HarmonyTown Chorus presents **“I’ll Be Home For Christmas”** at the Robert and Janet Bennett Civic Center Library Auditorium (32777 Five Mile Road).

Morning Fun and Local Markets

Saturday morning caters to the young and young at heart:

• **12 Birds of Christmas** (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) at Greenmead Historical Park offers an educational program with the Detroit Bird Alliance, complete with crafts and winter bird lessons. Advance registration is required.
• The free **Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest** also takes place from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center (15100 Hubbard), welcoming kids aged 8–13 to compete.

For those looking to find unique gifts, local **craft/vendor pop-up markets** are scheduled throughout the day on Saturday at various local meeting halls and community spaces. Furthermore, the **Used Book Store Holiday Sale** runs from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Saturday at the Bennett Civic Center Library Atrium.

Beyond Livonia's Borders (Metro Detroit Events)

Just outside the city, the weekend offers exciting nighttime entertainment. On Saturday, the band **Magic Bus** performs an 8:00 PM show at the Token Lounge (28949 Joy Rd, Westland).

No matter your interest, the weekend of December 13th and 14th provides numerous opportunities to enjoy the holiday spirit right here in Livonia and its immediate surroundings.

🎄 Weekend Event Summary Table (Dec 13 - Dec 14, 2025)