01/08/26 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Frankenmuth Christmas Tree Show

Frankenmuth's 40-foot-tall Christmas tree not only shares music and memories, but also the Christmas story. Image courtesy of the community of Frankenmuth. 01/08/26.

Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, January 8th, 2026 ( 6:00am)

If you’re still yearning for a little Christmas celebration, you have one more opportunity to enjoy it in a community the celebrates Christmas all year round. Frankenmuth is known for keeping Christmas, and this weekend will host a spectacular Christmas

The seasons final Tree Light Show and celebration. Enter the visitors center and view the 40-foot-tall Christmas tree, complete with 23 thousand Christmas lights. Not only is it a sight to behold, but a free seven-minute show is performed every few hours. The show includes favorite Christmas classics accompanying a light show that’s renowned for bringing back memories of the holiday past. As well as creating a new tradition for families.

Another special treat, at 8:30 the Christmas story will echo from the tree, followed by another light show. For information on show times and other events going on in Frankenmuth, visit their website Christmas Tree Show.

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