The Village of Rochester Hills Hosts Holiday Kick-Off “Light The Village” Event with Fireworks & Santa on November 22

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KICK OFF THE HOLIDAYS WITH FIREWORKS, SHOPPING, AND SANTA DURING LIGHT THE VILLAGE EVENT!

The Village of Rochester Hills Outdoor Shopping Center Hosts Annual Fireworks Display & Free Visits with Santa.

Friday, November 22!

WHAT:

The Village of Rochester Hills, metropolitan Detroit’s premier outdoor lifestyle shopping and dining destination, is once again kicking off the most wonderful time of the year on Friday, November 22, 2024, with their annual Light The Village holiday celebration.

The 375,000 square foot outdoor shopping center will be covered with over 800,000 dazzling-colored lights and offer an evening of family-fun entertainment. The event will delight folks of all ages and include holiday music and entertainment, delicious food, a spectacular fireworks display, and Santa Claus’s first appearance for 2024!

The Light The Village event will feature:

*Holiday Music

*Santa Claus’ Grand Entrance – at 6:45pm

*FREE walk-up visits to see Santa – from 8pm-9pm

*Fireworks Show – beginning promptly at 7:15pm

*Food Trucks

Don Armandos Taqueria

*Fun Interactions from 6:00pm-9:00pm with Stilt Walkers, Fire Performers, LED

Performers, and Balloon Twisters

*The Grinch and Cindy Lou Appearances

*Free Face Painting

*Free Arts & Crafts Activities compliments of Paint Creek Center for the Arts

*Free shuttle service from Van Hoosen Middle School beginning at 5:30pm

The Village of Rochester Hills is your go-to destination this holiday season. Starting Friday, November 22, 2024 through Christmas Eve, The Village will be offering FREE events all season long, including seasonal music from local carolers, reindeer visits, and free weekly walk-up visits to see Santa.

With over 50 unique and sought-after retailers, including Von Maur, lululemon, Woodhouse Day Spa, and Barnes & Nobles, guests can find something for everyone on their shopping list. The Village also offers a collection of restaurants like The Jackson, Pokeworks, Kruse & Muer, and P.F. Chang’s that offer dine in and carry out options, and are sure to satisfy hungry holiday shoppers.

The beautifully decorated center will offer extended shopping hours through the holiday season. The Village is conveniently located at 104 N. Adams Road at the corner of Adams and Walton, in Rochester Hills. All holiday festivities are free and open to the public. For a full list of events, visit TheVORH.com.

The Village of Rochester Hills Special Holiday Hours

Holiday Hours (Black Friday 11/24 to 12/23) Monday-Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm / Sunday: 12:00pm-6:00pm

Closed Thanksgiving 11/23 and Christmas 12/25

Christmas Eve 12/24: 10:00am-5:00pm

New Years Eve 12/31 & New Years Day 1/1: 10:00am-5:00pm

Restaurant & Von Maur hours may vary.

WHEN:

The Light The Village event is taking place on Friday, November 22, 2024 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.

Free Shuttle service to/from Van Hoosen Middle School is available from 5:30pm to 9:30pm.

WHERE:

The Village of Rochester Hills

104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309

COST:

Light The Village is a FREE event for all guests.

Visits with Santa are also FREE!

All visits with Santa will be walk-up visits and will be available to all who want to visit during Santa’s hours. Guests should bring their own camera as photographers will not be provided.

About The Village of Rochester Hills

The Village of Rochester Hills, developed in 2002 by Robert B. Aikens & Associates, LLC, is metropolitan Detroit’s premier outdoor lifestyle shopping center. Co-anchored by Whole Foods and Von Maur, the 375,000-square-foot property offers a remarkable mix of renowned retailers and standout stores. From Sephora and lululemon to Barnes & Noble and Pottery Barn, The Village provides a diverse shopping experience.

The center also boasts an array of dining options, including The Jackson Restaurant, BRAVO! Italian Kitchen, Kruse & Muer, Mitchell’s Fish Market, P.F. Chang’s, Shake Shack, Chipotle, The Jagged Fork, and Starbucks. With its walkable streetscape, beautiful fountain and firepit, lush gardens, and outdoor park, The Village of Rochester Hills serves as a hub for the region’s best shopping, signature events, and community activities.