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49th Annual Noel Night Details Announced!

The 49th Annual Noel Night, one of the most magical nights in the city and a longstanding holiday tradition, returns to Detroit’s Cultural Center and the Midtown district on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Over 100 institutions, including the College for Creative Studies, Detroit Public Library, Detroit Institute of Arts, the Magic Stick, Michigan Science Center, MOCAD, and Wayne State University, and the local small business community will open their doors to the public free of charge during this district-wide holiday open house. Noel Night is free and open to the public, and produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc. Venues north of Warren Avenue in the Cultural Center will be open from 5:00-9:00 p.m., and venues south of Warren Avenue will be open from 5:00-10:00 p.m.

49th Annual Noel Night Details Announced!
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The Noel Night 2023 Map is online!
The Noel Night 2023 Map is online!
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Noel Night Returns Dec. 2 - Save the Date!
Noel Night Returns Dec. 2 - Save the Date!
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Noel Night Announces Line-Up

Noel Night Announces Festive Line-Up of Live Music, Special Holiday Performances, Outdoor Art Installations and Holiday Shopping Experiences

  • Noel Night announces music performances by national and local artists including The Soul Rebels, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Shara Nova of My Brightest Diamond, Frontier Ruckus, Thornetta Davis and others

  • Detroit Institute of Arts to feature stunning outdoor art installations on grounds

  • Noel Night features over 90 venues with free activities, holiday shopping, caroling, visits with Santa, yuletide treats and more

DETROIT (23 November 2022) – Midtown Detroit, Inc. is excited to announce a festive line-up for the 48th Annual Noel Night including live music with national and local artists, special holiday performances, beautiful outdoor art installations, ice sculpting, Santa Claus sightings and more. Noel Night, one of the most magical nights in the city and a longstanding holiday tradition, returns on Saturday, December 3, from 5-9 p.m. in the Cultural Center and 5-10 p.m. in Midtown. With over 90 participating venues, this walkable holiday celebration also features free indoor and outdoor programming, holiday shopping, yuletide treats, caroling, family craft activities and artist demonstrations. Noel Night is free and open to the public and produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc.

“Noel Night is designed as a really special experience for everyone with beautiful outdoor art installations, holiday shopping at small businesses, live music and free activities for all ages,” said Sue Mosey, Executive Director of Midtown Detroit, Inc. “We are grateful to our partners and the over 90 participating venues for their excitement in bringing this tradition back this year.”

Performance Highlights and Interactive Installations include:

Noel Night Announces Line-Up
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Noel Night Returns to Midtown Detroit

Download the 2022 Noel Night Press Release here.

DETROIT (3 November 2022) – Midtown Detroit, Inc. is excited to announce the return of the 48th Annual Noel Night, one of the most magical nights in the city and a longstanding holiday tradition, on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 5-9 p.m. in the Cultural Center and 5-10 p.m. in Midtown. With over 90 participating venues, this walkable holiday celebration features free indoor and outdoor programming, holiday shopping, stunning outdoor art installations, yuletide treats, caroling, family craft activities, artist demonstrations and performances by local and national artists. Noel Night is free and open to the public and produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc.

"We are thrilled for the return of Noel Night and grateful to our partners working with us to bring back this holiday tradition for our community,” said Sue Mosey, Executive Director of Midtown Detroit, Inc. “Noel Night will feature a large footprint of venues offering unique programming, holiday shopping in some really fantastic small businesses, family activities, live music and more all in beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces.”

Noel Night Returns to Midtown Detroit

49th Annual Noel Night Details Announced!

49th Annual Noel Night Details Announced!

The 49th Annual Noel Night, one of the most magical nights in the city and a longstanding holiday tradition, returns to Detroit’s Cultural Center and the Midtown district on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Over 100 institutions, including the College for Creative Studies, Detroit Public Library, Detroit Institute of Arts, the Magic Stick, Michigan Science Center, MOCAD, and Wayne State University, and the local small business community will open their doors to the public free of charge during this district-wide holiday open house. Noel Night is free and open to the public, and produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc. Venues north of Warren Avenue in the Cultural Center will be open from 5:00-9:00 p.m., and venues south of Warren Avenue will be open from 5:00-10:00 p.m.

The Noel Night 2023 Map is online!

Download the Noel Night 2023 Program and Map here!

Plan your visit and learn more about the amazing events, performances and one-night-only specials!

Get ready to jingle and mingle with the holiday spirit at Noel Night 2023! The event will feature a plethora of holiday programming, performances, workshops, and special events planned by the individual venues.

To make the most of your Noel Night experience, download the Noel Night 2023 Program and Map. The map will help you navigate through the various activities taking place in Midtown Detroit.

The activities will take place from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm in the Cultural Center (around the DIA between Ferry St and Warren Ave) and 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm in the area south of Warren Ave to Mack Ave.

So, what are you waiting for? Download the program and map now and get ready to have a holly jolly time!

Noel Night Returns Dec. 2 - Save the Date!

Noel Night returns Saturday, December 2, 2023!

The Cultural Center Hours
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
North of Warren Avenue

Midtown Detroit Hours
5:00-10:00 p.m.
South of Warren Avenue

The 49th Noel Night is an open house of the Midtown Detroit and Cultural Center districts that celebrates diverse holiday traditions amid the state’s premier arts and cultural institutions, historic churches, galleries, and a growing circle of small businesses. Noel Night provides the perfect backdrop for an evening packed with performances and other holiday experiences with family and friends—all free of charge.

Check back often for venue and programming updates!

#NoelNight #MidtownDetroit

Noel Night Announces Line-Up

Noel Night Announces Line-Up

Noel Night Announces Festive Line-Up of Live Music, Special Holiday Performances, Outdoor Art Installations and Holiday Shopping Experiences

  • Noel Night announces music performances by national and local artists including The Soul Rebels, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Shara Nova of My Brightest Diamond, Frontier Ruckus, Thornetta Davis and others

  • Detroit Institute of Arts to feature stunning outdoor art installations on grounds

  • Noel Night features over 90 venues with free activities, holiday shopping, caroling, visits with Santa, yuletide treats and more

DETROIT (23 November 2022) – Midtown Detroit, Inc. is excited to announce a festive line-up for the 48th Annual Noel Night including live music with national and local artists, special holiday performances, beautiful outdoor art installations, ice sculpting, Santa Claus sightings and more. Noel Night, one of the most magical nights in the city and a longstanding holiday tradition, returns on Saturday, December 3, from 5-9 p.m. in the Cultural Center and 5-10 p.m. in Midtown. With over 90 participating venues, this walkable holiday celebration also features free indoor and outdoor programming, holiday shopping, yuletide treats, caroling, family craft activities and artist demonstrations. Noel Night is free and open to the public and produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc.

“Noel Night is designed as a really special experience for everyone with beautiful outdoor art installations, holiday shopping at small businesses, live music and free activities for all ages,” said Sue Mosey, Executive Director of Midtown Detroit, Inc. “We are grateful to our partners and the over 90 participating venues for their excitement in bringing this tradition back this year.”

Performance Highlights and Interactive Installations include:

Noel Night Returns to Midtown Detroit

Noel Night Returns to Midtown Detroit

Download the 2022 Noel Night Press Release here.

DETROIT (3 November 2022) – Midtown Detroit, Inc. is excited to announce the return of the 48th Annual Noel Night, one of the most magical nights in the city and a longstanding holiday tradition, on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 5-9 p.m. in the Cultural Center and 5-10 p.m. in Midtown. With over 90 participating venues, this walkable holiday celebration features free indoor and outdoor programming, holiday shopping, stunning outdoor art installations, yuletide treats, caroling, family craft activities, artist demonstrations and performances by local and national artists. Noel Night is free and open to the public and produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc.

"We are thrilled for the return of Noel Night and grateful to our partners working with us to bring back this holiday tradition for our community,” said Sue Mosey, Executive Director of Midtown Detroit, Inc. “Noel Night will feature a large footprint of venues offering unique programming, holiday shopping in some really fantastic small businesses, family activities, live music and more all in beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces.”

Noel Night Returns Saturday, December 7th, 2019 with Great Music Performances and Family-Friendly Fun

Detroit, Michigan, November 26, 2019 – Midtown Detroit, Inc. announced today that the 47th annual Noel Night is scheduled for Saturday, December 7th, 2019, from 1:00-10:00 p.m. True to its roots, Noel Night continues to be a Cultural Center-wide “Open House,” celebrating the city’s diverse holiday traditions amid the state’s premier arts and cultural institutions, historic churches, galleries, and growing circle of small businesses and restaurants, providing the perfect backdrop for a festive evening packed full of performances to enjoy with family and friends—all free of charge. Carolers, live music, dance, theatre, children’s make & take activities, holiday delectables, shopping at unique businesses and pop-up holiday markets, and visits with Santa are all part of the evening’s festivities.