Things To Do in Detroit This Weekend: December 12-December 14
Outdoor music, holiday festivities, and live comedy are just a few examples of how Detroit celebrates life this month.
Outdoor music, holiday festivities, and live comedy are just a few examples of how Detroit celebrates life this month. Special events such as the Royal Oak Holidays: Giving & Gliding Weekend, Home For The Holidays, and The Unteachables offer experiences to suit any mood.
Royal Oak Holidays: Giving & Gliding Weekend
- What: A festive weekend of skating, shopping, and holiday cheer
- When: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, from noon to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, from noon to 8 p.m.
- Where: Centennial Commons, 204 S. Troy St., Royal Oak
- Cost: Most activities are free; vendors will have items available for purchase
The Giving & Gliding Weekend brings three days of festive fun to Royal Oak, featuring holiday markets, free ice skating, and cheerful community traditions. Visitors can make purchases from local artisans, enjoy horse-and-wagon rides, meet Santa, and warm up with a marshmallow roast. Special activities such as the Bottomless Toy Chest toy drive and the lively Police vs. Fire broomball match add extra spirit. With food trucks, family-friendly attractions, and nonstop seasonal charm, it's a vibrant winter celebration for everyone.
Home for the Holidays
- What: A festive, heartwarming holiday concert tradition
- When: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Where: Orchestra Hall, 3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Tickets start at $36
Home for the Holidays includes joyful performances of holiday standards and classical music inside the cozy confines of Orchestra Hall. Enjoy the music and magic of live performance with your loved ones in a fun environment that's perfect for celebrating the joy and wonder of the holidays.
The Unteachables
- What: Unfiltered, high-energy comedy born straight from classroom chaos
- When: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, at 7 p.m.
- Where: The Comedy Bar, 6531 Woodward Ave., Lower Level, Detroit
- Cost: General Admission $24.80 and VIP $36.08
The Unteachables deliver a wild, high-energy night of comedy at Detroit's newest comedy club, blending classroom chaos, real-life stories, and unapologetically unfiltered humor. This crew of former and current educators — Stephen Taylor, Lou Pharis, and Joe McKenna — turns their unpredictable experiences into sharp, relatable stand-up. With backgrounds including national festivals and major media features, they bring bold personalities and big laughs that resonate.
Other Events
The Detroit area's December lineup blends festive music, community celebration, and thought-provoking performance. From uplifting holiday concerts to immersive storytelling, these events offer a range of ways to experience the season's warmth, creativity, and cultural energy:
- A Concert of Holiday Spirit performed by Clarkston Community Band: Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Clarkston High School, 6093 Flemings Lake Road, Village of Clarkston
- Light Up Marygrove 2025: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Marygrove Conservancy, 8425 W. McNichols Road, Detroit
- The Jury Experience: Death by AI: Who Pays the Price?: Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at Gem Theatre Detroit, 333 Madison St., Detroit
