A full list of holiday events this season in Huron County
See below for a list of parades, opportunities to see Santa, chances to listen or sing Christmas songs, and so much more this holiday season!
Parades
Sebewaing Lighted Parade | Saturday, November 17th
Time: 10:30 am
Location: Downtown Sebewaing starting at Center Street
For more information see the Spirit of Christmas Festival event on Facebook
Bad Axe Christmas Parade | Saturday, November 24th
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Bad Axe
Theme: Christmas in WhoVille
Parade route begins at the Bad Axe Middle School & will conclude at City Hal
For more information visit the 2018 Christmas in WhoVille Parade event on Facebook
Harbor Beach Christmas Parade | Saturday, December 1st
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Downtown Harbor Beach
Click the link to visit the Harbor Beach Christmas Parade website and/or the event on Facebook
Lighted parade heralds the Christmas season complete with bands, fuzzy characters, Santa, and more!
Free hot chocolate and cookies!
Santa

Santa at the Pigeon Town Lighting Celebration
Friday, November 23rd at 5:30 p.m. at Thumb National Bank & Trust Company Centennial Park
Cookies With Santa | Port Austin
Saturday, November 25th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Port Austin Welcome Center
Bring a camera because your kids are sure to enjoy "cookies with Santa", goodie bags, and ice cream!
Lunch with Santa | Caseville
Saturday, December 1st from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Caseville Eagles Club, 7017 E Park Street
Kids 4th grade and younger will enjoy a free lunch with Santa, pictures, drawings for bikes and more!
Santa at the Library | Harbor Beach
Saturday, December 1st from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Visit with Santa in the history room. Kids will also enjoy snacks as well as crafts and game activities in the common room. There is also a free showing of the movie The Star at the theater at 1 pm.
For more information see the event on Facebook
Santa at the Kids Christmas Party | Port Hope
Saturday, December 8th at 2 pm
Location: Grindstone-Port Hope Sportsmen’s Club, 6101 Huron City Road, Port Hope
Christmas party for kids 12 and under. Come and enjoy games, prizes, food, and gifts for everyone. Santa will be there! The event is free in and open to the public.
For more information see the event on Facebook
Carols & Music

Holiday Concert: A Celtic & Holiday Concert by Sonas | Port Austin
Friday, November 23rd at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Port Austin Community Playhouse, 35 Railroad Street
For more information visit the Sonas on Facebook
Holiday Concert | Port Austin
Sunday, December 2nd at 2 pm
Location: Port Austin Community Playhouse, 35 Railroad Street
Visit the Port Austin Community Players on Facebook for more information
Tree Lighting & Sing-A-Long | Port Hope
Sunday, December 3rd at 4:30 p.m.
Location: Rubicon Township Hall in Port Hope at 4425 Main Street
Join in the annual town tree lighting and sing-along to Christmas favorites
Santa arrives by fire truck at 5:30 pm!
All For Hymn Performance| Port Austin
Sunday, December 9th at 2 pm
Location: Port Austin Community Playhouse, 35 Railroad Street
Visit the Port Austin Community Players on Facebook for more information
Christmas Light Displays

2018 Family Holiday Lighted Trail | Bad Axe
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 6 pm to 8:30 pm starting December 1st
Location: 33 McKichen Road, Bad Axe
Enjoy a free lighted trail you can walk through, cocoa, writing letters to Santa, and games to celebrate the holiday season
Fireworks show on December 15th
3rd Annual Holiday Lights Show | Bad Axe
Grand Opening: Saturday, November 24th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Open: November 30th - December 2nd, December 7th-9th, December 14th-16th, and December 21st - 23rd from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Huron County Fairgrounds in Bad Axe
Grand lightening takes place after the Bad Axe Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 24th
Drive through lighted holiday displays from local businesses and organizations at the fairground
Giving

Operation Christmas Child - National Collection Week
November 12th through 19th
Drop-Off Locations:
Port Hope Activity Center, 7840 Portland Road, Port Hope
Bay Shore Camp and Family Ministries, 450 N Miller Street, Sebewaing
For more information and drop off times click here
Snow Ball - A Special Night | Sebewaing
Sunday, November 18th from 5 pm to 7pm
Location: Immanuel Lutheran School, 800 E Bay Street
The Immanuel Lutheran Church youth group invites all children and teens who are of special needs (autism spectrum, Down syndrome, etc.) to “Snow Ball – A Special Night” (regardless of denomination or church affiliation).
Winter dance in an enchanted winter setting for a night of music and dancing in a prom-like atmosphere. (Decorations will not include any flashing lights or loud, booming music.)
While this is a free event, it is only open to those with special needs and their families.
For more information read the article in the Huron County View, or call (919) 270-1770
Blue Star Mothers Asking for Military Addresses
Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., Thumb Chapter MI 178, P.O. Box 64, Bad Axe, MI 48413 or by email to BSMthumb178@hotmail.com by Friday, Nov. 23 and include their own name as well and phone number as contact information in case the organizers have any questions about the military address.
Bingo | Elkton
Saturday, December 8th from 5 pm to 9 pm
Location: Huron Youth Center, 16 Main Street
Early bird games are from 5-6 and regular play is from 6-9
Cost is 25 cents per card, per game with proceeds to benefit the Huron Youth Center & the Elkton Lions Club Parks & Rec free family activities
Bring items for the Food Pantry Can Drive, with each item you bring you are entered in for a chance to win Elkton gift certificates
Ice Fishing for Autism | Elkton
Friday, December 21st at 7 pm
Location: Huron Youth Center, 16 North Main Street
Fishing seminars and instruction from professional anglers.
Open to all ages, bring the family!
Raffles and giveaways
Cost is $8 per person, 12 and under are free. All proceeds benefit local autism programs.
For more information contact Brandon Stanton at (989) 963-0215
Ubly FFA Collects for Harvest for America | Ubly
September - February
Ubly FFA collects nonperishable food items and money from September to February and says Harvest for America is a great way to give to families in need in your community – $1 equals three pounds of food.
More Giving
For even more opportunities to give back this holiday season read our “Local Organizations to Give Back to this Holiday Season & New Year” article.
Holiday Movies
Illumination Entertainment’s take on Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
Sunday, November 11th at 4 pm (special showing)
Friday, November 9th through Thursday November 15th
Harbor Beach Community Theater
Friday, November 9th through November 22nd
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
November 9th-15th
Free Movie: Miracle on 34th Street | Harbor Beach
Monday, November 26th at 7 pm
Location: Harbor Beach Community Theater
Free Movie (TBD) | Caseville
Saturday, December 1st at 2 pm
Location: River’s Edge Community Church Theater
Free Movie: The Star | Harbor Beach
Saturday, December 1st at 1 pm
Location: Harbor Beach Community Theater
Free Movie: Holiday Inn (1942) | Harbor Beach
Monday, December 3rd at 7 pm
With the combined might of Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, and Irving Berlin working in its favor, Holiday Inn is a seasonal classic -- not least because it introduced "White Christmas" to the world.
Location: Harbor Beach Community Theater
Free Movie: Deck the Halls | Harbor Beach
Monday, December 10th at 7 pm
Location: Harbor Beach Community Theater
Movie: The Man Who Invented Christmas | Harbor Beach
Monday, December 17th at 7 pm
The Man Who Invented Christmas adds holiday magic to the writing of A Christmas Carol, putting a sweetly revisionist spin on the story behind a classic yuletide tale.
Location: Harbor Beach Community Theater
Holiday Crafts for Adults

Wine Glass Painting | Bad Axe
Saturday, November 15th at 2 pm
Location: Pete’s Bar, 269 E Huron Ave
Give yourself a present, or create a gift for someone else. We'll be painting the four seasons on wine glasses. Vicki Bailey Thomas will be teaching the class. The price of the class is forty-five dollars, which includes four wine glasses, all materials, and one adult beverage.
For more information see the event on Facebook
A Very Merry Paint Party | Bad Axe
Thursday, November 15th at 6 pm
Location: Rachel’s Bar & Grill, 754 N Van Dyke
Let your creative side shine as the Bad Axe Chamber of Commerce and artist Jenny Turner gives you simple step-by-step instructions on how to paint the very merry *Funky Reindeer*
Spaces are limited, contact Kelsey Connors-Brown via text at (989) 975-0808 with the number of spaces to be reserved & the names of those attending
For more information see the event on Facebook
Paint Party with the Girls Fundraiser | Elkton
Monday, November 19th from 6 pm - 9 pm
Location: Huron Youth Center, 16 N. Main Street
The class includes everything you'll need to make your own 16x20 masterpiece, " Frosty Morning Farm"!
Cost is $40 with proceeds to benefit the Elkton Lions Parks & Rec Family Activities
For more information see the event on Facebook
ArtParty - Ubly Band Fundraiser | Ubly
Monday, December 3rd from 6 to 9 pm in the band room
Location: Ubly Community High School, 2020 Union Street
The Ubly band will be hosting an Art Party to raise money for the band program. You will be creating a 16x20 painting called "Grinchy Christmas", with the guidance of an instructor. The cost is $40 to attend and spots are limited.
For more information see the event on Facebook
Get Sewing with Gail: Holiday Edition | Elkton
Tuesday, December 4th at 6 pm
Location: Huron Youth Center, 16 N. Main Street
Hosted By: Art Party by TurnerArts
Learn how to sew and make two great projects to bring home: Pillowcase and Decorative Napkins. Light snacks provided.
Cost is $40 with proceeds to benefit the Elkton Lions Parks & Rec Family Activities
For more information see the event on Facebook
Pallet Party with the Girls | Elkton
Sunday, December 9th at 2 pm
Location: Huron Youth Center, 16 North Main St.
Create your own masterpiece with several pallet sizes to choose from: 18"x24" square or 17" round pallet is $40.00, or 23" round or 12" x 6 ft (one sided) for $60.00, with a portion donated to the Elkton Lions Club Parks & Rec program
For more information see the event on Facebook.
Holiday Happenings & Events
Spirit of Christmas Festival | Sebewaing
Saturday, November 17th
Activities from 8 am to 9 pm
Santa Run at 8:15 am at Bay Shore Camp
Festival of Trees from 9 am to 4 pm at Moore Shoreline
Parade starts at 10:30 am at Center Street
Free carriage rides after the parade at Main Park
Vendors at Township Hall, Library, and Medallion Village from 12 pm to 4 pm
Frosty’s Workshop from 12 pm to 4 pm at Moore Shoreline (free crafts for kids)
Selfies with Santa from 5 pm to 8 pm at Main Park (bring your own camera/phone)
For more information see the event on Facebook
The Grinch’s Candy Cane Hunt & Meet the Grinch | Bad Axe
Saturday, November 17th from 10:15 am to 2 pm at the Bad Axe School
Candy cane hunt is from 10:15 am to 10:45 am at the Bad Axe High School Football Field
Meet the Grinch and enjoy a special reading of The Grinch Stole Christmas, with games, prizes, and contests to follow from 11 am to 2 pm in the Bad Axe Middle School Gymnasium
For more information see the event on Facebook (read discussion)
Christmas Town Lighting with Santa | Pigeon
Friday, November 23rd
From 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Thumb National Bank & Trust Company Centennial Park
Drawings and horse-drawn wagon rides start at 5:00 p.m.
The only time Santa will be in Pigeon to visit before the big day!
For more information visit the Pigeon Chamber of Commerce on Facebook
Zion Lutheran Church Bazaar, Bake Sale & Cookie Walk | Harbor Beach
Saturday, December 1st
Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 299 Garden Street in Harbor Beach
Crafts, bake sale, and luncheon
Elkton Christmas Celebration
Saturday, December 1st from 9 am to 2 pm
Location: Throughout town
Many fun holiday events for all ages taking place throughout town:
Holiday craft show at the Huron Youth Center from 9 am to 2 pm
Cookie walk at the Fischer Building at 37 N Main (see the “Cookie Walks & Bake Sales” section in this article for more info)
Kids Christmas cookie and stocking decorating, write a letter to Santa and mail it to the North Pole, balloon animals, ice cream, free movie, and more! These activities will take place at the Elkton Civic Center at 33 N Main Street from 10 am to 1 pm.
Senior Dinner at the Village Hall from 11 am to 1 pm
Soup & Chili Cook-off at the Fire Hall at 5020 Hoffman Street from 11 am to 1 pm
Santa Arrives & Hay Rides around town starting at the Fire Hall from 11 am to 1 pm
Visit Elkton Community Happenings on Facebook for more information
Holiday Shopping

Mistletoe Market | Bad Axe
Saturday, November 10th at 9 am - 2 pm
Location: Bad Axe Middle School
Shop for handmade items, goods from local businesses, baked goods, arts and crafts, and more!
Special appearances by Santa and by the Grinch from 9 am to 10 am!
For more information see the event on Facebook
3rd Annual OLLH Vendor Bazaar
Wednesday, November 14th from 5 pm to 8 pm
Location: Our Lady of Lake Huron School, Harbor Beach
Shop through the halls of the OLLH School while supporting a variety of local vendors. Cost is $2 per adult, which also gets you a raffle ticket for a prize of your choice.
For more information see the event on Facebook
Christmas Open House & Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 24th from 12 pm to 4 pm
Location: Kohl Farms, 3062 Hobart Road, Gagetown
Horse-drawn wagon rides, specials, sales, hot chocolate & cookies
For more information see the event on Facebook
Black Friday Sale | Port Austin
Saturday, November 24th at 10 am - 2 pm
Location: Port Austin Kayak, 119 E Spring Street
For more information see the event on Facebook
Small Town Saturday | Harbor Beach
Saturday, November 24th
Located at businesses throughout the town of Harbor Beach
Join shoppers across the country shopping local during National Small Business Saturday!
One of a kind discounts and drawings, with extended hours available
Silver Bells Sale | Port Austin
Friday, November 30th through Sunday, December 2nd
Various sales going on throughout town and vendors at the Port Austin Community Playhouse
For more information see the event on Facebook
Cookie Walks & Bake Sales

Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale| Port Austin
Saturday, December 1st from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location: United Protestant Church in Port Austin
Variety of vendors with handcrafted items and unique gift ideas
Cookie Walk | Port Austin
Saturday, December 1st
Fill your tin with cookies from 9 a.m. to noon
Location: Port Austin Township Library
Cookie Walk | Elkton
Saturday, December 2nd
Location: 32 Main Street (next to Envy Me Salon)
Proceeds benefit the Elkton Lions Club Parks & Rec Program
$5 for 1 dozen cookies, $3 for ½ dozen
Zion Lutheran Church Bazaar, Bake Sale & Cookie Walk | Harbor Beach
Saturday, December 1st
Location: Zion Lutheran Church, 299 Garden Street in Harbor Beach
Crafts, bake sale, and luncheonHappy Holidays!
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