Candyland at Beacon Park
2025-11-22 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-23 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-24 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-25 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-26 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-27 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-28 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-29 06:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) and 6 more dates | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Starting Nov. 21 through Jan. 20, step into the magical world of Candyland! From 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, experience larger-than-life light installations, a giant gingerbread house and whimsical holiday figures — it’s a glowing wonderland right in the heart of the city.

With multiple photo-worthy winter backdrops, we encourage visitors to take photos and share them on social media! Make sure to tag Beacon Park using @beaconparkdetroit so we can all enjoy the holiday season together.
This installation is FREE and open to the public.

HOLIDAY LIGHTING FEATURES
– Giant-sized Gingerbread House
– Full-size Gingerbread Men
– Walk through Candy Cane Arch
– Large Candy Canes, Cupcakes and Candy Swirls
– Walkthrough Snowflake
– Seasonal and Holiday-Themed Photo Display Areas
– LED Light Canopy
– Themed Pole Décor

Enjoy the view with seasonal cuisine and cocktails by making a reservation at Lumen Detroit.
Located right beside the Candyland display, it offers private seating and cozy dining options.

Make a reservation at Lumen Detroit: https://bit.ly/4n08KEU

For more information about Beacon Park and Lumen restaurant, please visit:
www.DTEBeaconPark.com or www.LumenDetroit.com

Candyland at Beacon Park is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Design Haus at Beacon Park
2025-11-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Design Haus is back at Beacon Park! Escape the cold inside our heated, interactive space, where art, music, fitness and culture connect to make the perfect winter experience. Designed to inspire and energize visitors, this space showcases our creative community while connecting to the park’s sustainability mission.

Offering yoga and curated programming as well as NEW attractions including a candlelight Pilates session, a “DETROIT LOOKS GOOD ON YOU” themed photo vignette, a holiday performance by a String Ensemble quartet from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and a pop-up art gallery featuring local designers, artists and photographers—Design Haus has a winter experience for every mood.

Saturday, Nov. 22, 1-5 p.m.
Explore the art of local designers, artists and photographers at our pop-up Design Haus Artist and Design Gallery.

For more information about Beacon Park and Lumen restaurant, please visit:
www.DTEBeaconPark.com or www.LumenDetroit.com

Design Haus is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Ugly Holiday Sweater Skate Party Presented by Michigan Lottery
2025-11-22 18:00 - 23:00 | Campus Martius Park
Join us for a night of holiday cheer and laughter with DJ Myint spinning your favorite holiday tunes, plus prizes for the best ugly sweater and a chance to win $5 holiday instant lottery tickets during the “Lucky Lottery Minute,” only at The Rink at Campus Martius Park presented by Lexus.

ADMISSION/PRICING:
Adult: $12.00
Child (12 and under): $9.00
Military / First Responder: $8.00
Senior (59 and older): $9.00
SKATE RENTAL: $6.00

Design Haus at Beacon Park
2025-11-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Design Haus is back at Beacon Park! Escape the cold inside our heated, interactive space, where art, music, fitness and culture connect to make the perfect winter experience. Designed to inspire and energize visitors, this space showcases our creative community while connecting to the park’s sustainability mission.

Offering yoga and curated programming as well as NEW attractions including a candlelight Pilates session, a “DETROIT LOOKS GOOD ON YOU” themed photo vignette, a holiday performance by a String Ensemble quartet from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and a pop-up art gallery featuring local designers, artists and photographers—Design Haus has a winter experience for every mood.

Sunday, Nov. 23, 10 – 11 a.m.
Instructor-led yoga and wellness session (more details to come closer to the event.

For more information about Beacon Park and Lumen restaurant, please visit:
www.DTEBeaconPark.com or www.LumenDetroit.com

Design Haus is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Polar Express Skate Party Presented By Metro Parent
2025-11-23 12:00 - 16:00 | Campus Martius Park
Enjoy a magical ride at our Polar Express Skate presented by Metro Parent. Families and kids are invited to glide through an afternoon of holiday fun, cozy up with hot cocoa and groove to cheerful Christmas tunes spun by DJ Myint. Don your most festive group outfits as prizes await the most spirited ensembles. All aboard for a heartwarming holiday experience at The Rink at Campus Martius Park presented by Lexus.

ADMISSION/PRICING:
Adult: $12.00
Child (12 and under): $9.00
Military / First Responder: $8.00
Senior (59 and older): $9.00
SKATE RENTAL: $6.00

Design Haus at Beacon Park
2025-11-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Design Haus is back at Beacon Park! Escape the cold inside our heated, interactive space, where art, music, fitness and culture connect to make the perfect winter experience. Designed to inspire and energize visitors, this space showcases our creative community while connecting to the park’s sustainability mission.

Offering yoga and curated programming as well as NEW attractions including a candlelight Pilates session, a “DETROIT LOOKS GOOD ON YOU” themed photo vignette, a holiday performance by a String Ensemble quartet from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and a pop-up art gallery featuring local designers, artists and photographers—Design Haus has a winter experience for every mood.

Monday, Nov. 24, 7-9 p.m.
End your Monday with a unique candlelit Pilates session. Relieve stress in our heated tent and unwind, as a professional instructor guides you through a relaxing wellness experience.

For more information about Beacon Park and Lumen restaurant, please visit:
www.DTEBeaconPark.com or www.LumenDetroit.com

Design Haus is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Downtown Detroit 25 Days of December
2025-11-29 - 2025-12-23, 2025-11-30 - 2025-12-24, 2025-12-01 - 2025-12-25, 2025-12-02 - 2025-12-26 | Campus Martius Park
Shop Dine Discover
Holiday Campaign kicks off on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025 and ends on December 23, 2025.
The countdown to Small Business Saturday and holiday shopping/dining in Downtown Detroit has begun and we are working on something uniquely Detroit for you! With several beloved local shops, restaurants, cafés and experiences, there’s no better time to support the businesses that make our city sparkle.
Why It Matters
When you shop, sip, meet up and celebrate in Downtown Detroit, you are:

Supporting local businesses and local jobs
Strengthening a vibrant, walkable, one-of-a-kind downtown
Helping your favorite Detroit spots stay strong all year long
And making memories that feel like home for the holidays

Design Haus at Beacon Park
2025-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Design Haus is back at Beacon Park! Escape the cold inside our heated, interactive space, where art, music, fitness and culture connect to make the perfect winter experience. Designed to inspire and energize visitors, this space showcases our creative community while connecting to the park’s sustainability mission.

Offering yoga and curated programming as well as NEW attractions including a candlelight Pilates session, a “DETROIT LOOKS GOOD ON YOU” themed photo vignette, a holiday performance by a String Ensemble quartet from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and a pop-up art gallery featuring local designers, artists and photographers—Design Haus has a winter experience for every mood.

Saturday, Nov. 29, 6-8 p.m.
A String Ensemble quartet from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra will be performing holiday favorites in our heated tent. Guests can enjoy classic seasonal music, bringing holiday cheer and the Candyland experience to all visitors.

For more information about Beacon Park and Lumen restaurant, please visit:
www.DTEBeaconPark.com or www.LumenDetroit.com

Design Haus is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Design Haus at Beacon Park
2025-11-30 13:00 - 17:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Design Haus is back at Beacon Park! Escape the cold inside our heated, interactive space, where art, music, fitness and culture connect to make the perfect winter experience. Designed to inspire and energize visitors, this space showcases our creative community while connecting to the park’s sustainability mission.

Offering yoga and curated programming as well as NEW attractions including a candlelight Pilates session, a “DETROIT LOOKS GOOD ON YOU” themed photo vignette, a holiday performance by a String Ensemble quartet from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and a pop-up art gallery featuring local designers, artists and photographers—Design Haus has a winter experience for every mood.

Sunday, Nov. 30
The Design Haus Artist and Design Gallery will be back for a second weekend. In our heated tent, you can walk through the curated displays of art from local designers, artists and photographers.

For more information about Beacon Park and Lumen restaurant, please visit:
www.DTEBeaconPark.com or www.LumenDetroit.com

Design Haus is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Downtown Detroit 25 Days of December
2025-12-01, 2025-12-02 | Campus Martius Park
Enjoy the Holidays and Support and Shop Small This Season!

We’ve been working on something uniquely Detroit for the holiday season to support Downtown business owners. 25 Days of December kicks off Saturday, Nov. 29 and runs through Tuesday, Dec. 23, to encourage patrons to shop local. Thank you to all the local shops, restaurants, and cafés who agreed to participate. We look forward to seeing this campaign come to life and bring traffic to Downtown Detroit!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

Why It Matters
When you shop, sip, meet up and celebrate in Downtown Detroit, you are:

Supporting local businesses and local jobs
Strengthening a vibrant, walkable, one-of-a-kind downtown
Helping your favorite Detroit spots stay strong all year long
And making memories that feel like home for the holidays

Your Chance to Win!

Enter for a chance to win one of three grand prizes through the Holiday Adventure Card
Enjoy weekly prize opportunities as part of the Character Sighting & Photo Contest
4 weeks, 3 winners (1 grand prize), unique Downtown experiences!

Downtown Detroit 25 Days of December
2025-12-03, 2025-12-04, 2025-12-05 | Campus Martius Park
Enjoy the Holidays and Support and Shop Small This Season!

We’ve been working on something uniquely Detroit for the holiday season to support Downtown business owners. 25 Days of December kicks off Saturday, Nov. 29 and runs through Tuesday, Dec. 23, to encourage patrons to shop local. Thank you to all the local shops, restaurants, and cafés who agreed to participate. We look forward to seeing this campaign come to life and bring traffic to Downtown Detroit!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

Why It Matters
When you shop, dine, and discover in Downtown Detroit, you are:

Supporting local businesses and local jobs
Strengthening a vibrant, walkable, one-of-a-kind downtown
Helping your favorite Detroit spots stay strong all year long
And making memories that feel like home for the holidays

Your Chance to Win!

Enter for a chance to win one of three grand prizes through the Holiday Adventure Card
Enjoy weekly prize opportunities as part of the Character Sighting & Photo Contest
4 weeks, 3 winners (1 grand prize), unique Downtown experiences!
