Light the Lights
Guests gather for an evening featuring a tree lighting ceremony and a fireworks show. The festivities include live music, visits with Santa, a letter-writing station, character meet-and-greets, and train rides. Visitors can also make custom stuffed animals or purchase cider, donuts, and food from surrounding businesses.
Fri, Nov 20, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Free admission; making your own stuffed animal and food and drink cost extra.
Hours
6-9pm.
Neighborhood
Twelve Mile Crossing
Food & Drink
Cider, hot apple cider, and donuts are available for purchase, and beverages from participating restaurants may be enjoyed outdoors.
Parking
Free parking is available throughout Fountain Walk, except the southwest corner lot south of Emagine, which is blocked off and not permitted for parking because it is the firework safety zone.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Skip the southwest corner lot south of Emagine, since it's closed off as the fireworks safety zone. Free parking is available everywhere else at Fountain Walk.
- Dress for the weather, because the fireworks and tree lighting go ahead rain or shine unless severe weather brings an update on the City of Novi Facebook page.
- Bring extra money if the kids want to make their own stuffed animal, since that station costs extra even though the event itself is free.
- Grab a drink from a participating Fountain Walk restaurant and carry it outside with you, since Fountain Walk is a social district.
- Gather in front of Emagine Theatre, between Beerhead and The Hub Stadium, to get a good view when the tree is lit and the fireworks go off.
Special Events & Promotions
- Make-your-own stuffed animal station from The Bear Factory, available for an extra cost
Links & Contact
Run by City of Novi
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I park?
Free parking is available all through Fountain Walk. The southwest corner lot south of Emagine is blocked off because it's the fireworks safety zone.
What is there for kids to do?
Visits with Santa, character meet and greets, free train rides, a Letters to Santa station, and a make-your-own stuffed animal station that costs extra.
What food and drink is there?
Cider, donuts and hot apple cider are for sale, along with food and drinks from Fountain Walk businesses like Buddy's Pizza, Cold Stone Creamery, Ford's Garage and Kung Fu Tea. Fountain Walk is a social district, so you can buy a drink at a participating restaurant and enjoy it outside on the property.
What happens if it rains or snows?
The tree lighting goes ahead rain or shine. If severe weather is expected, updates go out on the City of Novi Facebook page.
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