Farmers Market

Ranked one of the best Farmer’s Markets by HOUR Detroit, the Birmingham Farmer's Market features Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, beautiful floral arrangements and artisan goods, May through October. 

Join us at the final Farmers Market of the season, as we celebrate Halloween with kids activities including pumpkin decorating, straw bales for climbing and a sweet treat from vendors. Costumes encouraged!

For more information, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

All Birmingham Shopping District events follow current public health and safety state and local guidelines and recommendations in place at the time of the event. 

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Holiday Tree Lighting

All are invited to join Santa and Birmingham’s Mayor for entertainment and the lighting of a 41-foot holiday tree adorned with over 40,000 LED lights!

Be sure to stay for Winter Markt, Birmingham's annual German-themed market featuring local artists, European cuisine, kids activities, visits with Santa* and more! Learn more at the Winter Markt webpage.

*Visits with Santa are first-come, first-serve starting after the holiday tree lighting and throughout the weekend of Winter Markt. All other Santa House dates and times require an appointment. 

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Wells Fargo Advisors. Thank you to KW Domain for providing glow wands at the event!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Reindeer in the Park

Visit reindeer in the park during Winter Markt!

Learn more at the Winter Markt webpage.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa's Elf and a Reindeer in the Park

Visit Santa's elf and a reindeer in Shain Park.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Scavenger Hunt

On weekends November 27 - December 19, register to participate in a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for your chance to win* a $250 Birmingham Bucks gift card.  Birmingham Bucks can be used at over 70 participating stores and restaurants downtown. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union. 

REGISTER HERE beginning November 1 at 8:00 am. 

*There will be one $250 Birmingham Bucks winner per day.  Winners will be contacted by the Birmingham Shopping District. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Restaurant Week

Enjoy delicious meals and special menus during Birmingham Restaurant Week, weekdays January 24 - January 28 and January 31 - February 4, 2022.

Thank you to our sponsor Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham.

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/restaurantweek. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Summer Birmingham Bucks Promotion!

Shoppers can earn $10 for every $100 spent at eligible Birmingham Shopping District businesses from Friday, June 24 - Sunday, June 26, during the Summer Birmingham Bucks promotion! Shoppers may earn a maximum in promotional Birmingham Bucks $100 during the promotional period. 

Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/SummerBucks and the Program Rules for details.

Summer Birmingham Bucks Promotion!

Shoppers can earn $10 for every $100 spent at eligible Birmingham Shopping District businesses from Friday, June 24 - Sunday, June 26, during the Summer Birmingham Bucks promotion! Shoppers may earn a maximum in promotional Birmingham Bucks $100 during the promotional period. 

Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/SummerBucks and the Program Rules for details.

Summer Birmingham Bucks Promotion!

Shoppers can earn $10 for every $100 spent at eligible Birmingham Shopping District businesses from Friday, June 24 - Sunday, June 26, during the Summer Birmingham Bucks promotion! Shoppers may earn a maximum in promotional Birmingham Bucks $100 during the promotional period. 

Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/SummerBucks and the Program Rules for details.

Day on the Town

Visit downtown Birmingham on Saturday, July 30 from 9:00AM - 6:00PM, for the biggest retail event of the year! Browse unique and discounted high-end merchandise in stores and on the streets and sidewalks throughout downtown Birmingham. There's something for everyone at this lively event. 

Visit the Day on the Town webpage for more information. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!
 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Cruise Event

The Woodward Dream Cruise will roll into town on Saturday, August 20 bringing thousands of classic cars and more than one million people from all over the world. Adding to the festivities, the Birmingham Cruise Event will feature classic cars of all makes and models, sponsor exhibits, food and more. 

Visit the event webpage for details, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up to date news on the Birmingham Cruise Event.

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt

From August 8 - August 21, register to participate in a free scavenger hunt throughout downtown Birmingham for a chance to win one of four, $100 Birmingham Bucks Gift Card. 

REGISTER HERE 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!  

 

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Fall Birmingham Bucks Promotion

Shop Birmingham Shopping District (BSD) retailers and restaurants from Thursday, September 15 - Sunday, September 25 and earn a $10 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift card for every $100 you spend (up to $100 in free e-gift cards)! Visit ALLINBirmingham.com/fallbucks for details.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

On Tuesday, November 29 (Giving Tuesday), donate $150 or more online at www.thegreatdecorate.com, and receive a free $50 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift Card! Read the Program Rules here. 

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

On Tuesday, November 29 (Giving Tuesday), donate $150 or more online at www.thegreatdecorate.com, and receive a free $50 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift Card! Read the Program Rules here. 

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

Complimentary Hot Chocolate

Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate while you shop on Small Business Saturday, courtesy of Hazel's. Look for the tent near Maple and Old Woodward. While supplies last. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (NOV. 27 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list with the 2022 Holiday Gift Guide! 

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (NOV. 27 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list with the 2022 Holiday Gift Guide! 

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

On Tuesday, November 29 (Giving Tuesday), donate $150 or more online at www.thegreatdecorate.com, and receive a free $50 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift Card! Read the Program Rules here. 

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

On Tuesday, November 29 (Giving Tuesday), donate $150 or more online at www.thegreatdecorate.com, and receive a free $50 Birmingham Bucks e-Gift Card! Read the Program Rules here. 

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

Santa House

Visit Santa at his quaint home in Shain Park during the Winter Markt event! While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa during the Winter Markt event (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) are first-come, first served. All other Santa House dates are by appointment only. Register online at this link starting November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Santa House

Visit Santa at his quaint home in Shain Park during the Winter Markt event! While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa during the Winter Markt event (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) are first-come, first served. All other Santa House dates are by appointment only. Register online at this link starting November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!
 

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list with the 2022 Holiday Gift Guide! 

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (NOV. 27 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

Complimentary Roasted Chestnuts

Enjoy complimentary roasted chestnuts while you shop downtown, courtesy of  the Birmingham Shopping District. Look for the tent near Maple and Old Woodward. While supplies last.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (NOV. 27 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list with the 2022 Holiday Gift Guide! 

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (NOV. 27 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides:
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

Complimentary Hot Chocolate

Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, courtesy of Daxton Hotel. Look for the tent near Maple and Old Woodward. While supplies last. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Character Visits

"The Mean One" and Cindy Lou Who will be visiting downtown Birmingham from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Look for them strolling through downtown, at various shops and in Shain Park! 

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list with the 2022 Holiday Gift Guide! 

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (NOV. 27 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Santa House

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.

REGISTER AT THIS LINK STARTING NOVEMBER 1 AT 8:00AM. 

Make an appointment to visit Santa* at his quaint home in Shain Park. While you're here, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. As always, Santa House and carriage rides are free! 

Donations benefiting local non-profits will be accepted during the event for those that would like to contribute. Special thank you to Shain Park Realtors for their continued support. 

*Visits with Santa are by appointment only except during Winter Markt (Friday, December 2 -Sunday, December 4) where Santa visits will be first-come, first-served. For all other dates registration opens November 1 at 8:00 a.m.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Santa House Hours (appointment required, except where noted):
November 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 27: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 2: 6:30 - 8 p.m. (after tree lighting, NO appointment needed)
December 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (NO appointment needed)
December 10: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 11: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 17: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 24: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Carriage rides
No appointment needed. Carriage rides are first-come, first-served.
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Hop aboard a complimentary horse-drawn carriage for an illuminated tour of the holiday lights and beautifully decorated downtown. The carriage rides begin in Shain Park. Carriage rides are first come, first served - no reservations needed!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Carriage Ride Hours:
November 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November 27: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (NOV. 27 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
December 3: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
December 4: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 10: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 11: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 17: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
December 18: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
December 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list with the 2022 Holiday Gift Guide! 

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

The Great Decorate

The Great Decorate, an annual holiday decorating contest, raises awareness and funds to support local foster teens. Each year, a group of foster teen recipients are selected for The Great Decorate through a partnership with the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange. From November 29 through December 31, visitors are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and retailers throughout downtown Birmingham to view magnificently decorated holiday trees and decor, and vote for their favorite by donating online at www.thegreatdecorate.com or in-store.

100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO LOCAL FOSTER TEENS TO USE TOWARD THEIR FUTURE WHEN THEY TURN 18.

Each year in the United States, more than 250,000 children are placed in foster care and over 26,500 age-out, including 1,700 in Michigan alone. The Great Decorate aims to make that transition a little easier for teens in need. To date, The Great Decorate has raised more than $150,000 for local foster teens.

Spring Stroll

Thank you for your interest in this event. Registration is now closed, however we welcome everyone downtown this weekend to shop, dine and explore all that Birmingham has to offer! Please be sure to mark your calendars for upcoming events including Outdoor Movie Nights, Day on the Town and more!

The free Spring Stroll event, co-sponsored by The Surnow Company and Cooper Street Cookies, features local retailers and restaurants, with special giveaways, and will take place between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. with staggered start times.

Registered attendees should check in during their assigned time at The Surnow Building located at 320 Martin Street in downtown Birmingham. Attendees will receive their event bag, coloring activity sheet and list of participating retailers. From there, attendees are invited to visit participating retailers of their choice, collect giveaways and complete the activity sheet. Completed activity sheets may be returned to the event check-in for a prize, and will be displayed around town.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Farmers Market - Opening Day!

Join us as we celebrate the Farmers Market's 21st season with the Opening Day Celebration!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue. Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Celebrate Birmingham Hometown Parade & Party

Visit downtown Birmingham for the annual hometown parade and party! The parade begins at 1:00 p.m. and will feature community and civic groups, local businesses and more! Find a spot along North Old Woodward Avenue to watch the fun. 

The parade will conclude with a party in Shain Park with free bounce houses, train rides and more until 4:00 p.m. 

For more information, visit www.bhamgov.org/parade.  

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Rosé Soirée

Go pink, dine and drink during the Birmingham Shopping District’s new Rosé Soirée event, happening June 5-11 in downtown Birmingham. During the week-long event, sponsored by Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham, participating restaurants will feature rosé wines, cocktails and mocktails paired with chef-created special menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charity, Cap & Conquer.

Diners can enter to win a $1,000 Birmingham Bucks shopping spree, courtesy of the Birmingham Shopping District, each time they dine at participating restaurants during the event!

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/rose.

Rosé Soirée

Go pink, dine and drink during the Birmingham Shopping District’s new Rosé Soirée event, happening June 5-11 in downtown Birmingham. During the week-long event, sponsored by Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham, participating restaurants will feature rosé wines, cocktails and mocktails paired with chef-created special menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charity, Cap & Conquer.

Diners can enter to win a $1,000 Birmingham Bucks shopping spree, courtesy of the Birmingham Shopping District, each time they dine at participating restaurants during the event!

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/rose.

Rosé Soirée

Go pink, dine and drink during the Birmingham Shopping District’s new Rosé Soirée event, happening June 5-11 in downtown Birmingham. During the week-long event, sponsored by Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham, participating restaurants will feature rosé wines, cocktails and mocktails paired with chef-created special menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charity, Cap & Conquer.

Diners can enter to win a $1,000 Birmingham Bucks shopping spree, courtesy of the Birmingham Shopping District, each time they dine at participating restaurants during the event!

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/rose.

Rosé Soirée

Go pink, dine and drink during the Birmingham Shopping District’s new Rosé Soirée event, happening June 5-11 in downtown Birmingham. During the week-long event, sponsored by Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham, participating restaurants will feature rosé wines, cocktails and mocktails paired with chef-created special menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charity, Cap & Conquer.

Diners can enter to win a $1,000 Birmingham Bucks shopping spree, courtesy of the Birmingham Shopping District, each time they dine at participating restaurants during the event!

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/rose.

Rosé Soirée

Go pink, dine and drink during the Birmingham Shopping District’s new Rosé Soirée event, happening June 5-11 in downtown Birmingham. During the week-long event, sponsored by Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham, participating restaurants will feature rosé wines, cocktails and mocktails paired with chef-created special menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charity, Cap & Conquer.

Diners can enter to win a $1,000 Birmingham Bucks shopping spree, courtesy of the Birmingham Shopping District, each time they dine at participating restaurants during the event!

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/rose.

Outdoor Movie Night - June

It's show time! Join us at Booth Park for an outdoor movie night featuring Encanto! As always, the event is FREE. Pre-show entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m; movie at 7:30 p.m. Thank you to presenting sponsor, Wells Fargo Advisors; series sponsors, Bank of Ann Arbor-Birmingham, Bloom Pediatrics and KW Domain; and sponsors Born Yoga and Goldfish Swim School.

New this year! Help us select the August 11 and September 8 movie titles by voting at https://engage.bhamgov.org/movie-nights by June 30. 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

*In the event of inclement weather, Movie Nights will be held the following evening (Saturday).

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Rosé Soirée

Go pink, dine and drink during the Birmingham Shopping District’s new Rosé Soirée event, happening June 5-11 in downtown Birmingham. During the week-long event, sponsored by Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham, participating restaurants will feature rosé wines, cocktails and mocktails paired with chef-created special menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charity, Cap & Conquer.

Diners can enter to win a $1,000 Birmingham Bucks shopping spree, courtesy of the Birmingham Shopping District, each time they dine at participating restaurants during the event!

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/rose.

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Rosé Soirée

Go pink, dine and drink during the Birmingham Shopping District’s new Rosé Soirée event, happening June 5-11 in downtown Birmingham. During the week-long event, sponsored by Bank of Ann Arbor Birmingham, participating restaurants will feature rosé wines, cocktails and mocktails paired with chef-created special menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charity, Cap & Conquer.

Diners can enter to win a $1,000 Birmingham Bucks shopping spree, courtesy of the Birmingham Shopping District, each time they dine at participating restaurants during the event!

For more information, visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/rose.

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Farmers Market - Super Farmer Day

Join us for Superhero themed fun and festivities during the Farmers Market! More information to come this spring. 

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Outdoor Movie Night - July

It's Christmas in July! Join us at Booth Park for an outdoor movie night featuring The Grinch (animated version)! As always, the event is FREE. Pre-show entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m; movie at 7:30 p.m. Thank you to presenting sponsor, Wells Fargo Advisors; series sponsors, Bank of Ann Arbor-Birmingham, Bloom Pediatrics and KW Domain; and sponsors Goldfish Swim School, TDR Orthodontics and Body20.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

*In the event of inclement weather, Movie Nights will be held the following evening (Saturday).

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Day on the Town

Visit downtown Birmingham on Saturday, July 29 for the biggest retail event of the year! Browse unique and discounted high-end merchandise in stores and on the streets and sidewalks throughout downtown Birmingham. There's something for everyone at this lively event. 

Visit the Day on the Town page for more information. 
 

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Farmers Market - Corn Festival

Join us as we celebrate the Farmers Market's Corn Festival with fresh roasted corn and tons of fun for all ages!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Lunchtime Concert

Enjoy a lunchtime concert in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park today, during the free In the Park Summer Concert series. For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

 

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Outdoor Movie Night - RESCHEDULED TO AUGUST 12

***MOVIE NIGHT RESCHEDULED, DUE TO WEATHER - SEE YOU TOMORROW, SATURDAY, AUGUST 12***

It's show time! Join us at Booth Park for an outdoor movie night! As always, the event is FREE. Pre-show entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m; movie at 7:30 p.m. 

Featured presentation: Despicable Me

GIVEAWAY ALERT! Starting August 1, enter to win a free family fun package, including reserved seating, designated parking space, goodies and more. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for details coming August 1!

Thank you to presenting sponsor, Wells Fargo Advisors; series sponsors, Bank of Ann Arbor-Birmingham, Bloom Pediatrics and KW Domain; and sponsors Goldfish Swim School, TDR Orthodontics and Milestones Pediatric PT.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

*In the event of inclement weather, Movie Nights will be held the following evening (Saturday).

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

In the Park Summer Concerts

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham's Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. View our dining directory to see a list of restaurants perfect for dinner before the show!

For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.

*The series begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, June 9 and includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details. 

Birmingham Cruise Event

The Woodward Dream Cruise will roll into town on Saturday, August 19, 2023 bringing thousands of classic cars and more than one million people from all over the world. Adding to the festivities, the Birmingham Cruise Event will feature classic cars of all makes and models, sponsor exhibits, food and more. 

Visit the event webpage for details, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up to date news on the Birmingham Cruise Event.

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Outdoor Movie Night - September

It's show time! Join us at Booth Park for an outdoor movie night. As always, movie nights are FREE. Preshow entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m.; featured presentation at 7:30 p.m. 

Featured presentation: Toy Story

Thank you to presenting sponsor, Wells Fargo Advisors and series sponsors, Bank of Ann Arbor-Birmingham, Bloom Pediatrics and KW Domain, and sponsors Mala Child & Family Institute and TDR Orthodontics.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

*In the event of inclement weather, Movie Nights will be held the following evening (Saturday).

Farmers Market - Harvest Festival

Join us for plentiful locally-grown produce and harvest-themed festivities during the Farmers Market! 

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Birmingham Art Walk

This free strolling event will feature local artists and shops, entertainment and more throughout downtown Birmingham! Stop by participating merchants to meet local artists and enjoy special promotions, light refreshments and other festivities during the second annual Birmingham Art Walk event on Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 5 – 8 p.m.

Attendees are invited to start at the participating business of their choice to receive an event list and then stroll to visit as many participating businesses and artists as desired, throughout the evening.

Participating businesses include Anthropologie, West Elm, Ethan Allen, Workco, Untied on Woodward, Viga Boutique, Lux Travel Girl, Urban Wick Candle Bar and more! Pick up a full list of participating businesses at any one of these businesses during the event. 

We would like to extend a special thank you to the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center for their support in partnering local artists with our local businesses. 

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May 7 through October 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Farmers Market - End of Season Celebration

Join us as we say goodbye to another wonderful season. Enjoy Halloween-themed festivities and fun!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. The market is open every Sunday, May through October from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and is located in Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue.  Visitors of all ages will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday! 

For more information and special events schedule, visit the Farmers Market webpage, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

See you at the market!

Birmingham Santa Walk

Register for the annual Birmingham Santa Walk and join us in welcoming Santa to town! The short walk through downtown will include stops at various shops, before concluding at Santa's quaint home in Shain Park. 

Registration will begin November 1 at 8 a.m. Check back here for more details and the registration link. 

Participate in all of our free activities during Small Business Saturday including horse-drawn carriage rides, hot chocolate and more. Parking is free in municipal structures during the event.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

Small Business Saturday

Shop local for special deals and enjoy the holiday atmosphere during Small Business Saturday! 

Enjoy free festivities throughout the day including horse-drawn carriage rides, hot chocolate and more! Parking is free in municipal structures during the event.

Families are invited to register to participate in the annual Birmingham Santa Walk, starting at 9:30 a.m., as we welcome Santa to town. Registration will begin November 1 at 8 a.m. Check back here for the link!

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Winter Markt & Tree Lighting

Experience the magic of the holidays at the annual Birmingham Winter Markt featuring displays from local artists and vendors, European cuisine, thousands of holiday lights, ice sculptures, live entertainment and more. Warming stations, visits with Santa* and the Kinderhaus children’s activity area are sure to please visitors of all ages!

Join us on opening night (Friday, December 1) at 6:00 p.m., for the annual Birmingham Holiday Tree Lighting featuring Santa, live caroling and the lighting of the holiday tree adorned with over 40,000 LED lights!

Learn more at the Winter Markt webpage. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

*No appointment needed! Santa visits are first-come, first-served starting after the holiday tree lighting and throughout the weekend of Winter Markt. All other Santa House dates and times require an appointment. 

Winter Markt

Experience the magic of the holidays at the annual Birmingham Winter Markt featuring displays from local artists and vendors, European cuisine, thousands of holiday lights, ice sculptures, live entertainment, free horse-drawn carriage rides and more. Warming stations, visits with Santa*, marshmallow roasting and the Kinderhaus children’s activity area are sure to please visitors of all ages!

Learn more at the Winter Markt webpage. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

*No appointment needed. Santa visits are first-come, first-served starting after the holiday tree lighting and throughout the weekend of Winter Markt. All other Santa House dates and times require an appointment. 

Winter Markt

Experience the magic of the holidays at the annual Birmingham Winter Markt featuring displays from local artists and vendors, European cuisine, thousands of holiday lights, ice sculptures, live entertainment, free horse-drawn carriage rides and more. Warming stations, visits with Santa*, marshmallow roasting and the Kinderhaus children’s activity area are sure to please visitors of all ages!

Learn more at the Winter Markt webpage. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events downtown!

*No appointment needed. Santa visits are first-come, first-serve starting after the holiday tree lighting and throughout the weekend of Winter Markt. All other Santa House dates and times require an appointment.