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Christmas Lights in Milan, MI

The top places to see Christmas lights in Milan this season are Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church (Dec 10 – Dec 13), Wayne County Lightfest (Nov 19 – Dec 24) and Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting (Nov 21 – Nov 21). We've mapped 1 display in Milan and 17 more nearby (6 parades, 6 tree lightings, 4 events). 16 are free. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

Milan Holiday Parade

Parade Β· Milan, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

Dec 5 – Dec 5

Near Milan (within 25 miles)

Saline Holiday Parade

Parade Β· Saline, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

7.9 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Briarwood Mall Tree Lighting and Santa's Arrival

Tree lighting Β· Ann Arbor, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

11 miNov 19 – Nov 19

Downtown Ypsilanti Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Ypsilanti, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

12 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church

Drive-thru Β· Ann Arbor, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

13 miDec 10 – Dec 13

Santa's on the Rooftop and Palio Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Ann Arbor, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

14 miNov 29 – Nov 29

Midnight Madness

Event Β· Ann Arbor, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

14 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting

Event Β· Tecumseh, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

14 miNov 21 – Nov 21

Manchester Christmas in the Village

Event Β· Manchester, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

19 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Light Up Dexter

Tree lighting Β· Dexter, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

20 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Chelsea Hometown Holiday Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Chelsea, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

23 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Chelsea Hometown Holiday Light Parade

Parade Β· Chelsea, MI Β· Free

Opens soon

23 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Wayne County Lightfest

Drive-thru Β· Westland, MI Β· 2025: $5 per car; 2026 price not posted

Opens soon

25 miNov 19 – Dec 24

Christmas in Ida Parade

Parade Β· Ida, MI Β· Free

13 mi

Belleville Winterfest Light Parade & Fireworks

Parade Β· Belleville, MI Β· Free

13 mi

Tecumseh Christmas Parade

Parade Β· Tecumseh, MI Β· Free

14 mi

Superior Township Christmas Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Ypsilanti, MI Β· Free

16 mi

Taylor Winterfest and Stroll

Event Β· Taylor, MI Β· Tickets required, buy ahead

24 mi

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Christmas lights in Milan: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Milan?

Popular picks this season include Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church (Dec 10 – Dec 13), Wayne County Lightfest (Nov 19 – Dec 24), Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting (Nov 21 – Nov 21) and Manchester Christmas in the Village (Dec 5 – Dec 5). In all, 18 displays are mapped in and around Milan, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Milan?

Free options include Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church, Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting, Manchester Christmas in the Village and Midnight Madness. 16 of the 18 displays near Milan are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Milan?

Yes. Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church (Free) and Wayne County Lightfest (2025: $5 per car; 2026 price not posted). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.

When do Christmas lights start in Milan?

The earliest Milan-area displays turn on Nov 19, and most are running by the weekend after Thanksgiving. Many stay lit through New Year's; check each display's page for its exact dates and nightly hours.

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