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 number of small businesses. Noel Night is the perfect backdrop for an evening packed with performances and holiday experiences—all free of charge.

Hours

• The Cultural Center (North of Woodward) 5–9 p.m.
• Midtown Detroit (South of Woodward) 5–10 p.m.

At the DIA

Detroit Film Theatre 

• Mosaic Youth Theatre Singers | 5–5:45 p.m. 
• Frisson Ensemble Performance - A Classic Christmas | 6:15 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. 

Crystal Gallery

• Free holiday make-and-take crafts | 5–9 p.m. 

Rivera Court

• Montreal Guitar Trio Performance - Holiday Music | 6 p.m. & 8 p.m. 

Great Hall

• Visit with Santa | 5–9 p.m. 

Only the Detroit Film Theatre, Crystal Gallery, Great Hall, and Rivera Court will be open to the public. 

Noel Night features:

• Live music and interactive holiday experiences
• Holiday shopping at local businesses and pop-up marketplaces
• Make-and-take activities for families
• Visits with Santa throughout the Noel Night area
• Lots of restaurants and bars to visit
• Food trucks and hot beverage stands
• Free shuttle service

Noel Night is produced by Midtown Detroit Inc., a nonprofit planning and development organization that supports the maintenance and revitalization of the Midtown Detroit and New Center neighborhoods.

For a schedule of all Noel Night events and performances at the DIA, visit their website.