Winter in Ann Arbor: Holiday Markets, Concerts & Festive Events You’ll Love

Make Ann Arbor, Michigan, your next destination for a winter getaway! With exciting events and unique attractions welcoming you to enjoy, plan your Michigan visit around these annual festivals and things to do:

December 5: Midnight Madness

Bundle up and plan to attend major annual festivals like Midnight Madness. You are invited to explore downtown Ann Arbor by shopping through local stores until midnight. Join with friends, family, or come solo for this special Ann Arbor evening! Chat over bonfires and make smores, visit the KindleFest Market in the historic Kerrytown area, and discover more of that Ann Arbor offers. FREE admission. Location: Downtown Ann Arbor.

December 5-6: KrampusMrkt Handmade Holiday Bazaar

In Ypsilanti, Michigan (just 20 minutes west of Detroit), discover an unusual and totally Ypsi holiday market full of artwork and vendor booths with a dark twist! You can shop spooky sculptures and handcrafted goods from talented artists. Expect a visit from Krampus and more figures from winter folklore. FREE admission. Location: Ypsilanti Freighthouse

December 20: Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops

If you love live events, we recommend attending the A2SO Holiday Pops annual concert at the beautiful Hill Auditorium on the University of Michigan campus. Journey to the North Pole during this festive concert. Vocalist Olivia Van Goor joins conductor and music director, Earl Lee. Tickets: $31.50-$94.00. Location: U-M Hill Auditorium

Discover more Ann Arbor area experiences to gift this season here Destination Ann Arbor Holiday Gift Guide 2025