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American Speed Festival - Pontiac
2025-10-03 00:00 - 2025-10-05 00:00 (America/Detroit)

Skitoctober - Boyne Falls
2025-10-03 00:00 - 2025-10-05 00:00

Skeletons Are Alive Launch Party - Northville
2025-10-04 00:00

Red Flannel Festival - Cedar Springs
2025-10-04 00:00

Graveyard Get Down
2025-10-10 19:00 - 21:00
Come join us for a spooky night of dancing and fun at the Graveyard Get Down!
Welcome to the Graveyard Get Down!
🎃💀 Welcome to the Graveyard Get Down! 💀🎃Where the undead come alive on the dance floor!
Get ready to rise from the grave and boogie ’til the witching hour at the Graveyard Get Down—the ultimate Halloween themed silent disco* that’ll have your bones rattling and your spirits soaring!
Join us for a night of hauntingly good music, eerie-sistible costumes**, and ghostly grooves as we transform the venue into a spine-chilling cemetery of sound and spectacle. From monster mashups to ghoulish beats – Each headset will spin killer tracks that’ll keep you moving like a zombie on espresso.
🕷 Beverages (Non-Alcoholic) & Sinister Snacks🪦 Haunted Decor👻 Headphones Provided
Whether you’re a wicked witch, a creepy clown, or a disco-loving Dracula, come shake it with the living and the dead at this fiendishly fun night to remember.
*This event is a silent disco where all guests are provided a pair of headphones to hear the music and dance (masks should not be worn given the need for headphones to participate).
**Event is family Friendly. Costumes MUST NOT include blood, gore, or weapons. Those with costumes deemed inappropriate will be turned away and have tickets refunded.
Tickets are required for entry and can be purchased in advance or at the door.
Don’t be caught dead missing it!

Spellbound Society Afternoon Tea
2025-10-11 11:00, 2025-10-25 11:00
Royal Park Hotel Spooky Tea
Step into a world where elegance meets the eerie—welcome to the Spellbound Society Afternoon Tea. Hidden inside our Spookeasy Halloween pop-up, this enchanting tea service weaves together hauntingly decadent bites, bewitching brews, and a setting dripping in Halloween magic. Gather your coven, sip a little mischief, and indulge in an afternoon that’s equal parts refined and spine-tingling.
Menu
Featuring Loose Leaf Teas from Mighty Leaf and Harney & Sons, complete with a Glass of Spiked Cider
Assorted Canapés & Savouries
Chicken Salad on Naan Bread
Cucumber with Herbed Cream Cheese
Apple, Brie & Watercress
Egg Salad with Avocado
Cup of Butternut Squash Soup
Seasonal Scones
Served with Lemon Curd, Clotted Cream, and Preserves
Sweet Endings
Cheesecake Bite
Miniature Lava Cake
Petite Apple Pie
Macaron
***Reservations limited to 2 hours***
All reservations require a 72-hour advance notice. Parties of more than four are subject to available seating next to or near each other. Reservations canceled less than seven days out are non-refundable. Cancellations made more than seven days before the reservation date will receive a refund of the purchase price, less Eventbrite’s fees.
Click this link for more info!

Downtown Walking Food Tour
2025-10-11 11:30 - 14:30
“Discover the vibrant flavors of Grand Rapids, MI, on an unforgettable walking food tour! As you stroll through the heart of the city, indulge in delicious bites from local hot spots and hidden gems. Each stop offers a unique taste of the area’s culinary delights. In between stops our knowledgeable guides will share fun facts that delve into the rich history and artistic flair of this lively city. It’s not just a tasting tour; it’s a culinary adventure! It’s the perfect way to experience Grand Rapids, one delicious step at a time!
– This tour makes 5 guided stops with food tastings included!
– Tour length is 3 hours
– Includes 1 mile of light walking with frequent stops
– Ticket sales end 72 hours prior to event date. Tours sell out quickly. Book now to secure your spot!
– Tours run rain or shine
Don’t see your preferred tour date listed? Check out our other tours at www.tasteofgr.net or contact us to discuss a private tour
Old World Olive Company (Starting Location)
108 Monroe Center NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503”

Legend of Sleepy Howell - Howell
2025-10-18 00:00

Scarecrow Fest - Frankenmuth
2025-10-18 00:00 - 2025-10-19 00:00, 2025-10-25 00:00 - 2025-10-26 00:00

Trick or Treat Downtown! Rochester, Michigan!
2025-10-18 15:30 - 18:30
Watch the streets of Rochester come to life with ghosts, ghouls, superheroes and more as children trick-or treat with the Downtown merchants! Followed by a Halloween Fest in the Farmers’ Market Lot!
Trick-or-Treat 3:30 – 5:00 pm
Little ghouls and goblins (along with their parents, of course) are invited to trick-or-treat at downtown’s most spooktacular merchants!
Halloween Fest 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Halloween Fest begins at 4:30 pm on the East Parking Platform (415 East Street). Activities include: Halloween themed photo opportunities and treats, giveaways, prizes, and The Linda Rea Team will be donating pumpkins to the first 100 trick-or-treaters who stop by their pumpkin patch!
Do you have a kid-friendly business or organization that is interested in having a space at the Halloween Fest? Please email Jenna at jenna@downtownrochestermi.com.

Rochester Ghost Tour - October 2025
2025-10-24 18:00 - 20:00
Join us on a journey through Rochester as we explore the rich haunted history of the city, with spooky stories and current ghostly locales.
Friday, October 24 · 6 – 8pm EDT. Doors at 5:30pm
Downtown Tarot Company
Rochester Ghost Tour, October 2025
Back by popular demand, and returning after completely selling out our tours last October and December, and again this Spring. Join us for an engaging and fun evening that blends ghost stories with the metaphysical and historical lore of downtown Rochester. This season features a refreshed route through historic downtown, with chilling tales of documented hauntings and curious sightings. Meet at Downtown Tarot Company for a night you will remember, and see the beauty of downtown Rochester in a new light, with a paranormal twist.
Your host is Chris Brown, a local historian with a passionate interest in 19th-century and Civil War era Rochester and Avon. Chris has organized and guided walking tours of Downtown Rochester and Mount Avon Cemetery, and he has presented widely on local history. He is currently authoring his first book, focused on the soldiers from Avon during the Civil War.
Tickets are limited, early booking is strongly recommended.

Detroit Harvest Fest - Detroit
2025-10-25 00:00 - 2025-10-26 00:00

The Vintage Market presents: Sweater Weather - Grosse Ile
2025-11-02 10:00 - 16:00
𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦𝗘 𝗜𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 • 𝗡𝗢𝗩 𝟮𝗡𝗗 • 𝟭𝟬𝗔𝗠-𝟰𝗣𝗠
The Vintage Market presents: Sweater Weather is such a fun event – at a super cool venue! Food trucks, vendors, Santa, helicopter rides – and MORE! We can’t wait to pop-up at Grosse Ile Municipal Airport!
Save the date!
Sunday, November 2nd, 10am-4pm
Grosse Ile Municipal Airport
9601 Groh Rd., Grosse Ile
$6 cash entry | 12 & under free | free parking

Hockeytown Centennial FanFest - Detroit, MI!
2025-11-06 00:00 - 2025-11-09 00:00
A once-in-a-century event created for Red Wings fans!

41 North Film Festival - Houghton, MI
2025-11-06 00:00 - 2025-11-09 00:00
The 41 North Film Festival brings independent cinema to life in the Keweenaw, showcasing award-winning films from around the world and right here in Michigan.
Hosted at Michigan Tech, this free festival invites students and the community to experience powerful storytelling that sparks conversation and connection. With thought-provoking topics and a celebration of the art of cinema, it’s where creativity meets conversation on Michigan’s northern edge.

40th Annual Women in the Arts Festival - East Lansing, MI!
2025-11-07 00:00 - 2025-11-08 00:00
40th Annual Festival
Friday & Saturday, November 7-8, 2025
Edgewood United Church
469 N Hagadorn Rd, East Lansing, MI
East Lansing, Michigan

RARA Holiday Craft & Vendor Show
2025-11-08 09:30 - 13:00
Join us for a Craft and Vendor Show of about 40 booths! Both handmade and non-handmade items will be sold.
Vendor Spots still available – in the ticket link below.
9:30am-1:00pm
Admission is free!
500 E. 2nd St., Rochester, MI, United States, Michigan 48307

Rochester, MI Holiday Shopping Expo 2025
2025-11-10 17:00 - 19:00
Rochester Holiday Shopping Expo 2025
Monday, November 10, 2025 from 5p-7p
More than 60 Downtown Rochester Businesses will be showcasing their products and services just in time for the Christmas and holiday season. The event is a great way to familiarize yourselves with new and established Rochester businesses as well as get some great ideas for some holiday shopping. Plus, it’s always fun to visit the Royal Park Hotel – whether you’re spending the night, dining at Park 600, or attending a fun event like this one.
In addition to great shopping, product demonstrations and sampling, get a sneak preview of the new holiday event, the Downtown Rochester Festival of Trees. Admission to the Rochester Holiday Shopping Expo 2025 is free and includes light refreshments and door prize drawings throughout the evening.
“Downtown Rochester is known throughout the Metro Detroit area as a must-see destination for the holidays,” stated Kristi Trevarrow, Rochester DDA Executive Director. “The Holiday Expo is a great opportunity to meet our business owners and see what they have amazing things they will have in store for the holiday season.”
The event will also launch a Christmas and Holiday season full of exciting events in Rochester. Of course, there will be Lagniappe, The Big Bright Light Show, Downtown Rochester Christmas Parade, Snowman Stroll, and Kris Kringle Market. Holiday Shopping Expo kicks it all off on November 10.
For more information, contact the Rochester DDA at 248-656-0060.
Royal Park Hotel
600 E University Dr, Rochester, MI 48307
website – www.royalparkhotel.net
phone – 248-652-2600

Sip & Shop - Royal Oak
2025-11-13 17:00 - 20:00
𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐚𝐤
Gather your friends and join us for a night of holiday fun with live music, wine, and hors d’oeuvres amidst our exclusive designs and sparkling seasonal displays! A portion of ticket sales will be donated to Toys for Tots – South East Oakland County chapter. With special host Sarah Michals from Water Your Garden.
Tickets include:
-One entry into our holiday raffles.
-Exclusive holiday discounts and special offers (including a $10 OFF coupon for your purchase over $40 during the event)
-Expert-led, ongoing demonstrations on bow making, decorating a Christmas tree and creating an evergreen container garden
-Two drink tickets & hors d’oeuvres to enjoy as you shop
-Bring a new children’s toy to donate and receive 2 additional entries!
-Merry music all night long
Join us for an unforgettable night of holiday cheer, shopping, and giving back!
Cost-$15
Purchase Tickets here: https://www.englishgardens.com/event/sip-shop-royal-oak-3/

Festival of Trees - Midland, MI
2025-11-14 00:00 - 2025-11-16 00:00
Festival of Trees 2025
Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center
5121 Bay City Rd, Midland, MI
Hours:
Friday, Nov. 14: 11am – 4pm
Saturday, Nov. 15: 10am -6pm
Sunday, Nov. 16: 10am – 2pm
Admission:
$5 per person, Children 6 years of age and under are FREE

Flapjack & Flannel Festival - Traverse City, M
2025-11-15 00:00

DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER Festival of Trees 2025
2025-11-22 00:00 - 2025-11-23 00:00
FESTIVAL OF TREES
NOVEMBER 22 & 23 – open to the public
The event will be open to the public on Saturday, November 22 from 10 am – 8 pm and Sunday, November 23 from 10 am – 4 pm at our The Rochester Community House (816 Ludlow). Admission is free.
All proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show.
For more information about the Downtown Rochester Festival of Trees, contact the Rochester DDA at 248-656-0060 or email info@downtownrochestermi.com.

Holiday Window Contest!
2025-11-24 00:00 - 2025-12-04 00:00
Holiday Window Contest
November 24 – December 4, 2025
Text-to-vote for your favorite Holiday Window! Participating businesses will have a text code displayed on their storefront. Winners will be announced on stage at the Kris Kringle Market on Friday, December 5.

LAGNIAPPE 2025
2025-11-24 18:00 - 21:00
Main Street will be closed for this event from 5:00 – 9:30 pm
Monday, November 24, 6:00-9:00 pm
Downtown Rochester will sparkle with holiday spirit as local merchants show their appreciation to the community during the much-anticipated Lagniappe event. Join us on Monday, November 24th , from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, to celebrate Lagniappe’s 52nd anniversary, where “a little something extra” awaits all our valued patrons.
Lagniappe, a Creole word for “a little something extra,” embodies the spirit of giving and appreciation. It’s the perfect way for the merchants of Downtown Rochester to express their gratitude to the community for their support throughout the year.
Once again, the Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA), in collaboration with City of Rochester officials and MDOT, will close Main Street for the event. Main Street will be closed from Second Street to University Drive from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Detour signs will guide traffic around Rochester and Rochester Hills. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure parking, and due to the large crowds, we kindly ask that you leave your four-legged friends at home.
As part of the evening’s festivities, the DDA will present “a little something extra” with the debut of The Big, Bright Light Show, sponsored by Fox Automotive. The program will kick off at 6:00 pm on stage located on the crosswalk of W. 4th Street & Main, with the Mayor, Dave LewAllen, and a special guest appearance by Santa Claus, sponsored by Viviano Flower Shop. In partnership with Channel 7, the station will broadcast live from Downtown Rochester starting at 7:00 pm with host Glenda Lewis. At 7:00 pm, The Big, Bright Light Show will illuminate Downtown Rochester, followed by a fireworks display, also sponsored by Fox Automotive. Afterward, children can share their Christmas wishes with Santa from 7:15 pm to 9:00 pm.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES:
Stay tuned for complete schedule of events!
EVENT DETAILS:
LIGHTS TURN ON AT 7:00 PM!
Main Street will be closed from 2nd – University from 5:00 – 9:30 pm.
The stage is located at the crosswalk of W. 4th & Main.
Porta Johns are located in the West Alley near the West Parking Structure.
Since there will be fireworks, we ask that you leave your dogs at home.

The Big, Bright Light Show
2025-11-25 17:00 - 2026-01-18 00:00
Now through February 9, 2025
You are invited to brighten your holidays in Downtown Rochester with The Big, Bright Light Show! The buildings in downtown Rochester will be covered with more than 1 million points of glimmering holiday light.
The display will be lit every evening (5 pm – Midnight) now through February 9, 2025. Most stores are open Monday – Saturday, until 9 pm.

99th America’s Thanksgiving Parade
2025-11-27 00:00
“The Parade Company is proud to celebrate the 99th America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White on Thursday, November 27, 2025!! Stay tuned for an exciting list of celebrities, colorful floats, high soaring balloons, and thunderous marching bands making their way down Woodward this year!!”

Plaid Friday 2025
2025-11-28 00:00
Plaid Friday
November 28th, 2025
Plaid Friday celebrates the diversity and creativity of local and independent businesses. It’s a fun alternative to the consumer frenzy of ‘Black Friday’. We are encouraging you to wear plaid while shopping local to celebrate!
Want to win a $1,000 Downtown Rochester Shopping Spree?
Shopper Contest Instructions
SHOP: Make any purchase at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 28 – 29 and save your receipt.
TEXT: SHOPSMALL to 866-603-4005 and receive a confirmation text.
WIN: Text a picture of your receipt from a purchase made at a Downtown Rochester Business from Nov. 28 – 29.
The winner will be contacted on Wednesday, December 3.

Small Business Saturday
2025-11-29 00:00
Saturday, NOVEMBER 29
Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses across the country. Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This year, Small Business Saturday is on November 29. We encourage everyone to shop small in Downtown Rochester!
Want to win a $1,000 Downtown Rochester Shopping Spree?
Shopper Contest Instructions
SHOP: Make any purchase at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 28 – 29 and save your receipt.
TEXT: SHOPSMALL to 866-603-4005 and receive a confirmation text.
WIN: Text a picture of your receipt from a purchase made at a Downtown Rochester Business from Nov. 28 – 29.
The winner will be contacted on Wednesday, December 3.
