11/9/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Silver Bells In The City
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, November 9th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
Experience millions of lights, a superb electric light parade, the lighting of Michigan's official Christmas tree, a community sing-along, a firefly drone light show, and fireworks. Visit the Silver Bells Village with Michigan vendors selling all kinds of tasty treats and merchandise. From 5 to 9 p.m., visit the Silver Bells Village and start your holiday shopping! You can also get some refreshments and your commemorative Silver Bells ornament. The village is located on the 100 E. Block of Allegan Street between South Washington Square and Grand Avenue. Steps off at 6 p.m. and begins at the corner of Lenawee and S. Washington Sq. Grand Marshal is Lansing's own India Graham. At approximately 7:25 p.m., Michigan's Official State Christmas Tree will be lit up! This year's tree is a beautiful 60-foot spruce from Onaway located in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Vic Ruppert and his family donated the tree in honor of his late wife Shirley Ruppert. This is the first tree from Presque Isle County. Starting at approximately 7:30 p.m., enjoy a community sing with Grace West. Grace captured second place on season 23 of NBC's The Voice with her unique sound that blended her Michigan roots with southern living as a modern country-pop artist. At approximately 7:35 p.m., there will be 200 drone performing a Firefly Drone Light Show, lighting up the sky and synchronizing with the community sing. There will be free parking at 4 p.m. in the following State of Michigan surface lots: There will be free parking at 5:00 p.m. in the State of Michigan Roosevelt ramp. Parking in any City of Lansing parking ramps or surface lots is a flat fee of $5. More information: Silver Bells in the CitySilver Bells in the City
November 17, 2023, in Downtown Lansing
Silver Bells Village
Lighted Parade
More than 60 units and several high school marching bands will sparkle with thousands of lights as they make their way through the streets of downtown Lansing. The parade is a sight to behold, delighting people of every age.
The participating high school marching bands will compete for the Best Illuminated Band awards during the parade.Lighting of The Official State of Michigan Christmas Tree
Community Sing
Choose Lansing is proud to sponsor the Community Sing. Did you know that Silver Bells in the City began as a simple community sing? The event now offers something for everyone and brings families together who travel from across the state and beyond to kick off the holiday season in this annual tradition. On behalf of everyone in the tourism and hospitality industry, we wish you a joyous holiday season.Firefly Drone Holiday Light Show & Fireworks
Following the Drone Show at approximately 7:50 p.m., the stunning firework display over the Capitol marks the evening's grand finale.
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