A popular illuminated holiday train will pass through Metro Detroit during its 2024 tour.

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Should you always bring a gift?

Starting Tuesday, Target is reducing prices on more than 2,000 items.

Many of us tend to procrastinate until December to begin preparations, and each year we tell ourselves we’ll be better the next year.

Calling Santa's helpers. UPS wants you to work for its company this holiday season.

ALDI is looking to hire 200 employees in Michigan, 13,000 nationally. Here's how you can apply.

What you need to know when booking flights for the 2024 holiday season.

If a firework causes a fire resulting in damage, those responsible may face civil or criminal liability, officials said.

We’re asking you to share your favorite picture of your mom this Mother’s Day!

Check out this list of places to feast on brunch for Easter in Metro Detroit!

Celebrate in spirit all weekend long with these fun-filled events happening around Michigan!

A tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.

Valentine’s Day -- the holiday made for a Hallmark movie. At least that’s what it seems like now. But it wasn’t always so closely associated with roses and teddy bears.

Bakeries around Ann Arbor are currently taking orders for the annual sugar-and-jelly-filled holiday on Tuesday, Feb. 21.

Celebrate strong friendships with galpals during the annual Galentine’s Day Small Business Crawl on Saturday, Feb. 10.

Santa and Ms. Claus returned to University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital this week to visit the hospital’s littlest patients.

The mild weather continues in Metro Detroit as temperatures push to more than 15 degrees above normal.

The Illusionists are in Detroit

Ann Arbor Municipal Center offices will close and trash collections will be delayed by the winter holidays.

Canned wine can be a stocking stuffer

Who knew that Metro Detroiters still have a love for Santa Bears?

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20.

Last Christmas is one of my favorite Christmas songs, no matter my state of love.

Where did the tradition of sending Christmas cards start? Let’s take you back -- way back -- to 1843.

We put Little Debbie's holiday treats to the test -- here's how it went.

A yearly tradition during the holidays for many Metro Detroit families is still alive and well today.

Some traditions on the list are centuries old, and others are newer but no less cherished.

Who doesn't like to wear these to holiday parties?

It seems like just about every house in Metro Detroit back in the day had a few of the Santa Bears from Hudson’s that would make their way out during the holiday season.

Remember those old Santa Bears from Hudson’s?

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

DTE Energy crews and two special visitors stopped by Ronald McDonald House on Monday night to help young patients and their families light up the night with holiday cheer.

Trees cannot have any decoration, including garlands, lights, nails, tinsel and ornaments.

Submit a photo of your gingerbread house, and if you are still in the midst of building one or plan on doing so, also read for best tips and practices on how to do so.

Thousands of Christmas lights provide the perfect backdrop for shopping.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

Stacker compiled a collection of 25 images showcasing some of the most beautiful Christmas markets out there.

For the 49th time, Noel Night will take over Detroit’s Midtown area to bring in the holiday season.

There are some things to keep in mind if you are traveling around the holidays and New Year’s Day.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

It's gift giving season for many, but for many, those gifts will end up in a storage bin somewhere, unloved.

In light of Wednesday being National Package Protection Day, there are some security measures that can be taken to ensure the gifts you order stay in your possession, and not get in the hands of porch pirates.

Take a ride on the new Holly Trolley rolling through Downtown Detroit this holiday season.

For the 49th time, Noel Night will take over Detroit’s Midtown area to bring in the holiday season.

It’s that time of the year -- we want to see your festive holiday décor!

Here’s an updated list of which stores will be closed -- and which will be open -- on Nov. 23, 2023, Thanksgiving Day.

Shoppers can anticipate special holiday promotions, gift making experiences and trunk shows on Fridays and Saturdays during the holiday market,

When I heard about a group of Santas (who look like the big man year round!) who meet just a few times a year at a small restaurant up north, I had to go see for myself.

It’s still hard to believe that Matthew Perry, one of the six stars of “Friends,” died a few weeks ago.

There is only one dessert that is appropriate for Thanksgiving, and it’s pumpkin pie.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

Believe it or not, green bean casserole hasn’t always been a Thanksgiving staple.

The city of Royal Oak is celebrating the holidays with several programs and events throughout the month of December during what it calls Jolly Days.

The spirit of the season glows bright throughout Motown with glimmering displays throughout the city. Bundle up and bring the family for holiday memories and traditions.

Here’s an updated list of which stores will be closed -- and which will be open -- on Nov. 23, 2023, Thanksgiving Day.

Here are nine Thanksgiving episodes of TV shows you can re-watch this holiday, not ranked, just stated.

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the Liberty Plaza Holiday Gift Market will have artisan goods, holiday decor and other niche gifts at the centrally-located plaza at 310. Division St. on Friday, Dec. 1.

We all know how expensive everything is these days, and that includes all the streaming services that are always raising their prices.

There are several tree lighting and holiday events taking place in several communities across Metro Detroit starting this weekend.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

Hostess gifts, greeting cards, home décor and more!

Shop local and knock out your holiday gift list on Friday, Dec. 1, during three late-night shopping events in downtown Tree Town.

From nostalgic toys to cocktail books and candy, they have gifts for all ages.

During the holidays many of us are inspired to give. And many in our area struggle to put food on the table.

The second annual “Thankful for You” will offer up meal kits, frozen turkeys, pies and other holiday staples during a drive-thru event at 11:30 a.m.

The 20th annual Detroit Tree Lightning ceremony returns to Campus Martius Park this November.

Community members can drop off letters in front of Conor O'Neil's between Nov. 29-Dec.13.

There are less than two weeks until Thanksgiving and if you already have a good idea of what’s going to be on your table, consider yourself fortunate.

The outdoor holiday market will have more than 40 vendors for this year's event.

Shops, Slides, Santa and more!

Bring your new, unwrapped toys to the Somerset Collection on Tuesday during our Toys For Tots holiday donation drive!

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

“We’re a part of the fabric of Detroit”

The 20th annual Detroit Tree Lightning ceremony returns to Campus Martius Park this November.

Are you ready for the holidays?

Festival of Trees

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

There are other options to reducing or getting rid of all that candy now that the fun of dressing up in a costume and going trick-or-treating with friends is over.

Participants — who must be certified divers — draw the design of their pumpkins on the surface, then take them anywhere from 5 to 10 feet underwater to carve them.

Below is a compilation of some of our favorite responses on Facebook, and it’s a good bet they’ll get you laughing also.

Do you have plans yet for Thanksgiving? What about New Years Eve?

These are the estimates from the National Retail Federation.

These are items that make a trick or treater say, “They really gave me THIS for Halloween?”

Halloween is right around the corner and Tree Town organizations, businesses and neighborhoods are celebrating with treats, spooky sips, creepy contests and more.

Goblins, ghosts, ghouls and trolls will make their way along Main Street on Sunday, Oct. 29, during the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treating & Costume Parade.

How did it become so inconsistent as to what is celebrated across the country, if a holiday is observed at all?

City safety, utility and curbside waste services will not be interrupted and will operate on their usual schedules.

Commuters who need a ride can use the system’s curb-to-curb shared-ride FlexRide Holiday service.

New York and the nation’s capital once again wowed the country with scintillating shows.

Happy Independence Day! Arguably the best day for fireworks is here.

Fixed-route buses, East/West FlexRide services or TheRide’s A-Ride service will be paused on July 4.

Happy Memorial Day!

Today is Cinco de Mayo, perhaps one of the most misunderstood holidays.

We’ve put together a list of events, activities and gift ideas happening around Ann Arbor so you can show mom how much you care.

Here’s a synopsis of both the historical elements of Easter that people might not know about, and the modern financial windfall Easter is expected to be in 2022.

TheRide buses will not be running on Sunday, April 9, due to the Easter holiday, officials said.

From a family-friendly event to adults-only parties, here are 4 ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day around Ann Arbor.

Curbside services including trash and recycling collection, safety services and utilities will continue with their usual schedule.