GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Ready for a family-fun weekend? Enjoy festive activities, attractions and events across West Michigan!

Check out Maranda’s top picks of local happenings from Friday, Nov. 22 through Sunday, Nov. 24.

Maple Hill Holiday Parade

Kalamazoo Holiday Parade
The 57th annual Holiday Parade brought music, color and cheer to Kalamazoo on Nov. 26, 2019. (Michael Buck/WOOD TV8)

Join Downtown Kalamazoo in getting into the holiday spirit! The Maple Hill Holiday Parade returns Nov. 23 at 11 a.m. Enjoy giant balloons, 90 parade groups, 10 high school marching bands, and activities! See details.

Winter Wonder Walk at LMCU Ballpark

The holiday fun continues this Saturday and Sunday at LMCU Ballpark! Stroll through thousands of beautiful lights, animated displays, and lighted tunnels during their two-day Winter Wonder Walk. See details.

Holiday Open House in Holland

Dutch Village Downtown gift shop. (Sept. 4, 2023)

Experience the magic of the holiday season this Saturday in Downtown Holland! Their Holiday Open House kicks off from 5-8 p.m., and residents and visitors can enjoy shopping, holiday deals and promotions, refreshments, appearances from Santa, live carolers and much more! See details.

North Pole Adventures at Kalamazoo Valley Museum

After attending the Maple Hill Holiday Parade, head to the Kalamazoo Valley Museum for free and exciting hands-on activities, including crafts, reindeer games, planetarium shows and more. See details.

Grand Rapids Christkindl Markt

Opening day of the 2024 Christkindl Market at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market.

The Christkindl Markt is still underway at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market! Through Monday, Dec. 23, enjoy 60+ artisan gift and food vendors, live entertainment, activities and more. See details.

Silver Bells in the City 40th Anniversary

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Lansing’s premier holiday event returns this Friday from 5-9 p.m.! Silver Bells in the City features a lighted parade, tree lighting, Silver Bells Village, a drone light show, a community sing, fireworks and many more entertainment and activities to make this season feel extra merry and bright. See details.

Battle Creek Christmas Parade

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Jingle all the way to Downtown Battle Creek! Their Christmas Parade is this Saturday from 5:40 p.m.-8 p.m. See details.

White Lake Area Annual Holiday Walk

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The White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 31st Annual Holiday Walk this Friday (2-8 p.m.) and Saturday (10 a.m.-4 p.m.). Gather for tree lightings, carriage rides, trolley rides and hot cocoa for free. See details.

Holiday-themed markets and events in West Michigan

Things to do this holiday season in West Michigan from annual parades, festivals, conventions, holiday markets and more. Find ideas of things to do in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Lansing, Holland and more.
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Looking for the perfect holiday gift or more festive events to boost your holiday joy? As the final weekend of November approaches, check out these additional upcoming happenings.