Your Guide to Holiday Events in Royal Oak
From the parade to the tree lighting ceremony, Patch is helping you plan your holiday season.
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The holiday season in Royal Oak has begun.
Here's a guide to some of the popular community events celebrating the Christmas season. Help us make this list all-inclusive by adding details of your own events in the comments section attached to this story.
Santa Scamper
What: The half-mile run along Washington Avenue in downtown Royal Oak is open to all walkers, joggers, and runners. The noncompetitive event takes place just ahead of Royal Oak's Holiday Magic Parade. Registration includes a race number, Santa hat, McDonald’s coupon and hot chocolate after the run to enjoy while watching the parade.
When: 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18
Holiday Magic Parade
What: Get into the holiday spirit along Washington Avenue in downtown Royal Oak with over 80 parade units, including marching bands, floats, musical performances, circus acts and Santa. After the parade, visit Santa at the Emagine Theatre from 3-5 p.m. or enjoy a stroll through downtown.
When: 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18
Parade-A-Palooza
What: Pick up your Prize Passport and map to huge savings and family-friendly activities at over 40 participating restaurants and retailers in downtown Royal Oak.
When: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18
Holiday Marketplace
What: Get an early start on holiday shopping. Over 60 local crafters, artisans and Royal Oak merchants will be at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.
When: 4-8 p.m. on Thursday Nov. 29
Tree Lighting Ceremony
What: Join carolers, the Salvation Army Band and the Royal Oak Children’s Choir at the Royal Oak Farmers Market while waiting for a visit from Santa. The jolly elf will flick the switch to light the holiday tree.
When: 6:15-7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 29
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Royal Oak Farmers Market
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Emagine Theatres
200 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI
Terri Kuznia
9:02 am on Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Don't forget this Saturday, November 17, 10am-4pm, The Royal Oak High School Holiday Arts & Crafts Show. There will be over 100 artists & crafters there, This is the only fundraiser that the ROHS PTSA has. Admission is $2 for adults, ROHS students are free with school id, kids 12 & under are free
Colleen McClue
3:20 pm on Sunday, November 25, 2012
There will also be the Hope For Holidays charity event at Fifth Avenue benefitting Gleaners Food Bank and The Judson Center. Wednesday December 5th at 7pm. $10.00 at the door or $10.00 in donations (toys, soap, shampoo, clothing, coats etc.)
Live Dj, TONS of prizes to win, free food and plenty of pool tables. Hope to see everyone there! To make a donation or for more information contact Colleen McClue, owner of Detroit Motor Apparel for more information. 248-794-2329 or cs@detroitmotorapparel.com.