Lights, Holiday, Action!

Nov. 22, 2025

’Twas the week before Thanksgiving, and all through the North, trees were set up and lights were brought forth. Once you’ve finished your turkey dinner, check out these local celebrations (of which there are many more!). Glen Arbor, Nov. 28: The annual Bed Parade and PJ Party will begin at 6:30am; tree lighting and caroling to follow at 6:15pm. Glen Lake, Nov. 28: Light up the tree and get a preview of the Holiday Market starting at 6:15pm outside Town Hall. Traverse City, Nov. 29: Seven Hills hosts its third Twinkle the Night from 4-7pm—with seasonal cocktails, food, carols, face painting, and more—while the Village at Grand Traverse Commons offers hot cocoa and live music on the decorated front lawn for the tree lighting at 6:15pm. Suttons Bay, Nov. 29: Shop specials, mail letters to Santa (or find him at the Bay Theatre!), and enjoy other family fun at Holiday in the Village.