You're warmly invited to shop, dine, and celebrate the magic of the season in Downtown Bay City!

Experience a festive atmosphere filled with unique boutiques, delicious dining, and holiday cheer

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Wednesday, November 27th & Friday, November 29th

Downtown at DryDock! | DryDock Beer Garden | 5:00 PM



Join Downtown Bay City at Dry Dock Beer Garden Wednesday, November 27th and Friday, November 29th for some festive holiday fun!

Friday, November 29th

Santa's Arrival & Tree Lighting | Wenonah Park | 7:00 PM



Santa told us be will be arriving in Wenonah Park at 7:00 PM Friday, November 29th for a special performance & tree lighting before meeting with all the good little boys and girls!

DryDock will also be serving drinks for the adults before, during and after Santa's Arrival (alcohol must stay inside of the DryDock)

Hot cocoa and coffee available from Excited Goat in the Wenonah Park Pavilion concession stand and Santa will be available to greet all the kids until 9:00 PM.



Let's give Santa a WARM welcome to Bay City!

Saturday, November 30th

Small Business Saturday

Celebrate Small Business Saturday in Downtown Bay City! Support local businesses by exploring unique shops, boutiques, and eateries that make this community special. Enjoy exclusive deals, discover one-of-a-kind gifts, and experience the charm of shopping local.

It’s a perfect opportunity to give back to small business owners while finding something special for the holidays. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a big impact by shopping small!

Sunday, December 8th

Sundays in the City | Downtown Bay City



Make the most of your Sundays with holiday fun this season in Downtown Bay City!

Explore unique local shops and enjoy the festive atmosphere while supporting downtown businesses. Don't miss out on the Sleigh of Gifts Grand Prize—enter to win by visiting participating stores! You can check out the grand prize sleigh on display at Herter Music Center, 901 Washington Avenue.

Make your season even more special by enjoying local holiday events and shopping small this season.

Sunday, December 1st

Holiday Movie Marathon | State Theatre | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Enjoy 12 hours of Christmas Movies!

Entry is free for this event; just simply bring a new, unwrapped toy that will be donated to children spending the holidays in the hospital.

9:00 - 11:00 AM - A Christmas Story

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Elf

1:00 - 3:00 PM: The Santa Clause

3:00 - 5:00 PM: Animated (How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Rudolph, Frosty, Mickey's Christmas Carol)

5:00 - 7:00 PM: Home Alone

7:00 - 9:00 PM: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Sunday, December 1st

Meet with Santa | My Secret Garden | 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Meet & Greet with Santa at My Secret Garden! 600 Saginaw St.

Wednesday, December 4th

Sonas Celtic Music | Wirt Library | 6:00 PM

Band members Dee Dee Tibbits, Kelly Sible and Tom Krause hail from Caro and Midland. Sonas performs a blend of music from around the world played on many traditional instruments including the hammered dulcimer, fiddle, mandolin, Irish whistle, bouzouki, concertina, guitar, and hurdy-gurdy. 

Friday & Saturday, December 6th & 7th

Secret Santa Gift Workshop | Studio 23 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Drop off your child at Studio 23 and shop in the downtown Bay City area while your child creates a "secret" one-of-a-kind holiday gift. Students will relax while listening to holiday music and make their choice of holiday wood ornament, a snow globe, a wood slice ornament, 6x6 canvas painting, mixed media pendant, and more! Once their project is done, they will enjoy a snack, make a card and wrap their gift.

Friday, December 6th

JOY Presented by the Bay Chorale | State Theatre | 7:00 PM

Band members Dee Dee Tibbits, Kelly Sible and Tom Krause hail from Caro and Midland. Sonas performs a blend of music from around the world played on many traditional instruments including the hammered dulcimer, fiddle, mandolin, Irish whistle, bouzouki, concertina, guitar, and hurdy-gurdy. 

Saturday, December 7th

A Populace Christmas Market | Populace Coffee | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Come treat yourself to a drink at the cafe and shop small at the Populace's Christmas Market!

Butterfly Effect - Handmade Jewelry

Hand Knitted items & gifts

Clothing

Cupcakes & more!

Saturday, December 7th

Santa Visits Regent | Regent Floral & Mercantile | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Step into Regent's enchanting Winter Wonderland scene, where children and families can meet Santa, share their Christmas wishes, and take memorable photos. The event is completely free, making it the perfect opportunity to create cherished holiday memories!

Saturday, December 7th

FREE Fall Wine Tasting | Artigiano | 1:00 - 4:00 PM

FREE EVENT! Stop in Saturday, Dec. 7th to sample a selection of wines to get into the Holiday spirit! Whether you like white or red, fruity or floral, you are sure to find the perfect wine for your Holiday celebrations.

Receive 10% OFF on all mixed six-packs of wine, or 20% on 12-packs!

Sunday, December 8th

Sundays in the City | Downtown Bay City | Free Carriage Rides!

Make the most of your Sundays with holiday fun this season in Downtown Bay City!

Explore unique local shops and enjoy the festive atmosphere while supporting downtown businesses. Don't miss out on the Sleigh of Gifts Grand Prize—enter to win by visiting participating stores! You can check out the grand prize sleigh on display at Herter Music Center, 901 Washington Avenue.

Free carriage rides through Downtown Bay City will be offered December 8th, 15th and 22nd - rides beginning near the State Theatre on Washington Avenue. Make your season even more special by enjoying local holiday events and shopping small this season.

Monday, December 9th

Open Shop | A Boutique by Rachel Clark | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pop in and shop anytime 10am-5pm! Please call or text, or ring the bell upon your arrival so they can come down and let you in! 989-545-1061

Wednesday, December 11th

Reindeer at Your Library | Wirt Library | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

See live reindeer outside the library, enjoy a storywalk, crafts, and other family fun for all ages! 

Friday, December 13th

23rd Annual Black & White Affair | Studio 23 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM

This fundraising tradition is known for its high-quality art auction and gallery showcase featuring regional artists. This year, the event will continue with an online art auction, along with an exclusive in-person silent auction during the Black & White Affair. Hors d'oeuvres will be provided by Horizon's Conference Center, with ice cream from the renowned Cream & Sugar.

Friday, December 13th 7:00 PM

Saturday, December 14th 3:00 PM

Cole in your Stocking | State Theatre

Join in for the 12th Annual, Cole in Your Stocking Christmas Show, presented by Kevin Cole! 

St. Laurent Brothers concessions will be open and available throughout!

Saturday, December 14th

Breakfast with Santa | Riverfront Grille | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Come have Breakfast w/ Santa at the Riverfront Grille & Lounge (located inside the DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront). Guests will enjoy a breakfast buffet, holiday coloring pages, a DoubleTree Cookie, and of course, visiting/taking photos with Santa!

Reservations can be made by calling 989-460-1700.

Saturday, December 14th

Holiday Makers Market | Bay County Historical Museum | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Guests are invited to enjoy an immersive market experience, where over 50 talented makers and artisans showcase their unique creations both indoors and outdoors. Visitors can explore the rich local history while browsing a diverse array of handcrafted goods, art, and cultural treasures. A $2 admission fee is required, and with each entry, guests will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize.

Saturday, December 14th

Meet with the Grinch | My Secret Garden | 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Meet & Greet with the Grinch at My Secret Garden! 600 Saginaw St.

Sunday, December 15th

Sundays in the City | Downtown Bay City | Free Carriage Rides!

Make the most of your Sundays with holiday fun this season in Downtown Bay City!

Explore unique local shops and enjoy the festive atmosphere while supporting downtown businesses. Don't miss out on the Sleigh of Gifts Grand Prize—enter to win by visiting participating stores! You can check out the grand prize sleigh on display at Herter Music Center, 901 Washington Avenue.

Free carriage rides through Downtown Bay City will be offered December 8th, 15th and 22nd - rides beginning near the State Theatre on Washington Avenue. Make your season even more special by enjoying local holiday events and shopping small this season.

Friday, December 20th

Open Shop | A Boutique by Rachel Clark | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pop in and shop anytime 10am-5pm! Please call or text, or ring the bell upon your arrival so they can come down and let you in! 989-545-1061

Friday, December 20th

Festivus! | Americana Company Antiques | 5:00 - 9:00 PM

2nd Annual Festivus Celebration - Dec 20th Open til 9 Sales, Fun Stuff and Hors D'oeuvers!

Saturday, December 21st

Meet with Elsa | My Secret Garden | 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Meet & Greet with Elsa at My Secret Garden! 600 Saginaw St.

Saturday, December 21st

Timothy's Ugly Sweater Christmas Party! | Timothy's Fine Cigars | 3:00 - 8:00 PM

Head to Timothy’s for the annual Christmas party celebration! Don’t forget to wear your ugly sweater for the occasion. Enjoy a 10% discount on everything in the store. Beer-Dos will be providing music that everyone loves, adding to the festive atmosphere. For every five cigars purchased, guests will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes. And there’s much more to come!

Sunday, December 22nd

Sundays in the City | Downtown Bay City | Free Carriage Rides!

Make the most of your Sundays with holiday fun this season in Downtown Bay City!

Explore unique local shops and enjoy the festive atmosphere while supporting downtown businesses. Don't miss out on the Sleigh of Gifts Grand Prize—enter to win by visiting participating stores! You can check out the grand prize sleigh on display at Herter Music Center, 901 Washington Avenue.

Free carriage rides through Downtown Bay City will be offered December 8th, 15th and 22nd - rides beginning near the State Theatre on Washington Avenue. Make your season even more special by enjoying local holiday events and shopping small this season.

Saturdays | Season of Light Show | Delta College Planetarium | 3:30 PM

Season of Light tells the story of how our holiday traditions are connected to the cycles of the sky. People all over the world have held festivals, lit candles and tried to bring light to the darkness of the winter sky. The show explains the seasons, the winter constellations and speculates about the Star of Bethlehem.