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Cranes and Colors

October 15, 2023
Every October Sandhill Cranes gather by the thousands in southwest Michigan. This is said to be the second largest gathering of these birds in the U.S. They come flying and soaring in to the wetlands in the Baker Sanctuary, the air filled with that distinctive, almost prehistoric cry. Join us for a unique experience of getting an up-close look at the magnificent Sandhill Crane Bird Migration near Marshall, MI.

Art

Saline Craft Show

November 11, 2023
The Saline Craft Show provides a shopping experience featuring local crafter inventories. 200 + booths will be at the show Saturday bringing together artisans who love locally made, beautifully crafted items for the home, as gifts, and for one's self.

Boats

Autumn Color Cruise – Lansing, MI

October 10, 2023
Join us for a day in Michigan's capital city.  We'll discover the Michigan History Museum and the State Capitol Building as well as take an autumn color cruise aboard the Michigan Princess. Enjoy a tasty lunch while on board and tap your toes to the Dixieland Band.

Christmas

Nite Lites at the Speedway

November 28, 2023
Hop on the Custom Holidays bus with your travel friends for an evening to kick off the holiday season! Leave the driving to us, so you can take in the magical lights along with Christmas music.    

The Singing Christmas Tree

November 30, 2023 - December 1, 2023
“America’s Tallest” Singing Christmas Tree is set to return to the stage, kicking off the holiday season in Muskegon. Over 160 singers from the Mona Shores High School Choir will perform, stationed throughout the tree structure and along its base. The choir will be accompanied by over 50 members of the Mona Shores High School Orchestra.

Holly Dickens Festival

December 2, 2023
Step back in time as you visit Holly, MI, where the entire town is transformed into a scene from “A Christmas Carol.” Merry Ole England comes alive in the atmosphere of the turn of the century buildings. Choirs, horse-drawn carriage rides, and roasting chestnuts add to the unique old world experience.    

Meadow Brook Holiday Walk

December 5, 2023
Meadow Brook Hall’s annual Holiday Walk brings the magic of the season alive with an unforgettable series of activities and special events. Experience the wonder of our more than 50 magnificent trees—including a 10-foot tall Poinsettia tree created by 150 live plants, dazzling trimmings, and lights galore.

Huckleberry Railroad Christmas

December 16, 2023
New! -  We can't think of a better way to celebrate a lovely nostalgic Christmas with friends and family than to climb aboard a vintage steam train and wander through a cheerful 1800's Christmas village!  

Concert

The Singing Christmas Tree

November 30, 2023 - December 1, 2023
“America’s Tallest” Singing Christmas Tree is set to return to the stage, kicking off the holiday season in Muskegon. Over 160 singers from the Mona Shores High School Choir will perform, stationed throughout the tree structure and along its base. The choir will be accompanied by over 50 members of the Mona Shores High School Orchestra.

New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2023
At midnight the ball will drop and the year 1970 will begin but tonight, it's still the 1960s! Let’s take a look back over the decade that changed music forever. Join in the fun as we review the music that gave us sweet memories and fast times.

Crafts

Appleumpkin Festival & Kapernick Orchards

October 14, 2023
This is a family-friendly fun fest with more than 80 general vendors, 20-plus nonprofit organizations, carnival, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, a haunted house, pumpkin bowling, antique tractor show, antique car club show and 36 performers on various stages throughout the weekend.    

Saline Craft Show

November 11, 2023
The Saline Craft Show provides a shopping experience featuring local crafter inventories. 200 + booths will be at the show Saturday bringing together artisans who love locally made, beautifully crafted items for the home, as gifts, and for one's self.

Cuisine

Mackinac Island – Grand Hotel

October 24, 2023 - October 27, 2023
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets.    

Meadow Brook Holiday Walk

December 5, 2023
Meadow Brook Hall’s annual Holiday Walk brings the magic of the season alive with an unforgettable series of activities and special events. Experience the wonder of our more than 50 magnificent trees—including a 10-foot tall Poinsettia tree created by 150 live plants, dazzling trimmings, and lights galore.

Dinner and a Show

New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2023
At midnight the ball will drop and the year 1970 will begin but tonight, it's still the 1960s! Let’s take a look back over the decade that changed music forever. Join in the fun as we review the music that gave us sweet memories and fast times.

Fall Fun

Autumn Color Cruise – Lansing, MI

October 10, 2023
Join us for a day in Michigan's capital city.  We'll discover the Michigan History Museum and the State Capitol Building as well as take an autumn color cruise aboard the Michigan Princess. Enjoy a tasty lunch while on board and tap your toes to the Dixieland Band.

Appleumpkin Festival & Kapernick Orchards

October 14, 2023
This is a family-friendly fun fest with more than 80 general vendors, 20-plus nonprofit organizations, carnival, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, a haunted house, pumpkin bowling, antique tractor show, antique car club show and 36 performers on various stages throughout the weekend.    

Mackinac Island – Grand Hotel

October 24, 2023 - October 27, 2023
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets.    

Farms

Appleumpkin Festival & Kapernick Orchards

October 14, 2023
This is a family-friendly fun fest with more than 80 general vendors, 20-plus nonprofit organizations, carnival, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, a haunted house, pumpkin bowling, antique tractor show, antique car club show and 36 performers on various stages throughout the weekend.    

History Tours

Mackinac Island – Grand Hotel

October 24, 2023 - October 27, 2023
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets.    

Holiday Fun

Nite Lites at the Speedway

November 28, 2023
Hop on the Custom Holidays bus with your travel friends for an evening to kick off the holiday season! Leave the driving to us, so you can take in the magical lights along with Christmas music.    

The Singing Christmas Tree

November 30, 2023 - December 1, 2023
“America’s Tallest” Singing Christmas Tree is set to return to the stage, kicking off the holiday season in Muskegon. Over 160 singers from the Mona Shores High School Choir will perform, stationed throughout the tree structure and along its base. The choir will be accompanied by over 50 members of the Mona Shores High School Orchestra.

Holly Dickens Festival

December 2, 2023
Step back in time as you visit Holly, MI, where the entire town is transformed into a scene from “A Christmas Carol.” Merry Ole England comes alive in the atmosphere of the turn of the century buildings. Choirs, horse-drawn carriage rides, and roasting chestnuts add to the unique old world experience.    

Meadow Brook Holiday Walk

December 5, 2023
Meadow Brook Hall’s annual Holiday Walk brings the magic of the season alive with an unforgettable series of activities and special events. Experience the wonder of our more than 50 magnificent trees—including a 10-foot tall Poinsettia tree created by 150 live plants, dazzling trimmings, and lights galore.

Huckleberry Railroad Christmas

December 16, 2023
New! -  We can't think of a better way to celebrate a lovely nostalgic Christmas with friends and family than to climb aboard a vintage steam train and wander through a cheerful 1800's Christmas village!  

Ladies Day Out

Fall Resale Shopping

October 5, 2023
Join us for a day of ladies only upscale resale shopping!

Meadow Brook Holiday Walk

December 5, 2023
Meadow Brook Hall’s annual Holiday Walk brings the magic of the season alive with an unforgettable series of activities and special events. Experience the wonder of our more than 50 magnificent trees—including a 10-foot tall Poinsettia tree created by 150 live plants, dazzling trimmings, and lights galore.

Museums

Autumn Color Cruise – Lansing, MI

October 10, 2023
Join us for a day in Michigan's capital city.  We'll discover the Michigan History Museum and the State Capitol Building as well as take an autumn color cruise aboard the Michigan Princess. Enjoy a tasty lunch while on board and tap your toes to the Dixieland Band.

Music

The Singing Christmas Tree

November 30, 2023 - December 1, 2023
“America’s Tallest” Singing Christmas Tree is set to return to the stage, kicking off the holiday season in Muskegon. Over 160 singers from the Mona Shores High School Choir will perform, stationed throughout the tree structure and along its base. The choir will be accompanied by over 50 members of the Mona Shores High School Orchestra.

Mystery

Fall Mystery Tour

September 28, 2023
Join us for another exciting mystery tour with Custom Holidays! We will provide your transportation, tours/ admissions, meals, and a friendly tour manager to escort your trip. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the adventure!

Murder Mystery Dinner

October 28, 2023
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it.

Nature

Appleumpkin Festival & Kapernick Orchards

October 14, 2023
This is a family-friendly fun fest with more than 80 general vendors, 20-plus nonprofit organizations, carnival, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, a haunted house, pumpkin bowling, antique tractor show, antique car club show and 36 performers on various stages throughout the weekend.    

Cranes and Colors

October 15, 2023
Every October Sandhill Cranes gather by the thousands in southwest Michigan. This is said to be the second largest gathering of these birds in the U.S. They come flying and soaring in to the wetlands in the Baker Sanctuary, the air filled with that distinctive, almost prehistoric cry. Join us for a unique experience of getting an up-close look at the magnificent Sandhill Crane Bird Migration near Marshall, MI.

Mackinac Island – Grand Hotel

October 24, 2023 - October 27, 2023
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets.    

Outdoors

Appleumpkin Festival & Kapernick Orchards

October 14, 2023
This is a family-friendly fun fest with more than 80 general vendors, 20-plus nonprofit organizations, carnival, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, a haunted house, pumpkin bowling, antique tractor show, antique car club show and 36 performers on various stages throughout the weekend.    

Cranes and Colors

October 15, 2023
Every October Sandhill Cranes gather by the thousands in southwest Michigan. This is said to be the second largest gathering of these birds in the U.S. They come flying and soaring in to the wetlands in the Baker Sanctuary, the air filled with that distinctive, almost prehistoric cry. Join us for a unique experience of getting an up-close look at the magnificent Sandhill Crane Bird Migration near Marshall, MI.

Mackinac Island – Grand Hotel

October 24, 2023 - October 27, 2023
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets.    

Resale Shopping

Fall Resale Shopping

October 5, 2023
Join us for a day of ladies only upscale resale shopping!

Shopping

Appleumpkin Festival & Kapernick Orchards

October 14, 2023
This is a family-friendly fun fest with more than 80 general vendors, 20-plus nonprofit organizations, carnival, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, a haunted house, pumpkin bowling, antique tractor show, antique car club show and 36 performers on various stages throughout the weekend.    

Brunch & Birch Run Shopping

October 18, 2023
Enjoy brunch at The Laundry Room in Fenton and a fun day out shopping at Birch Run Premium Outlet Mall.

Mackinac Island – Grand Hotel

October 24, 2023 - October 27, 2023
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets.    

Saline Craft Show

November 11, 2023
The Saline Craft Show provides a shopping experience featuring local crafter inventories. 200 + booths will be at the show Saturday bringing together artisans who love locally made, beautifully crafted items for the home, as gifts, and for one's self.

Special Events/Festivals

Appleumpkin Festival & Kapernick Orchards

October 14, 2023
This is a family-friendly fun fest with more than 80 general vendors, 20-plus nonprofit organizations, carnival, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, a haunted house, pumpkin bowling, antique tractor show, antique car club show and 36 performers on various stages throughout the weekend.    

Cranes and Colors

October 15, 2023
Every October Sandhill Cranes gather by the thousands in southwest Michigan. This is said to be the second largest gathering of these birds in the U.S. They come flying and soaring in to the wetlands in the Baker Sanctuary, the air filled with that distinctive, almost prehistoric cry. Join us for a unique experience of getting an up-close look at the magnificent Sandhill Crane Bird Migration near Marshall, MI.

Mackinac Island – Grand Hotel

October 24, 2023 - October 27, 2023
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets.    

Nite Lites at the Speedway

November 28, 2023
Hop on the Custom Holidays bus with your travel friends for an evening to kick off the holiday season! Leave the driving to us, so you can take in the magical lights along with Christmas music.    

The Singing Christmas Tree

November 30, 2023 - December 1, 2023
“America’s Tallest” Singing Christmas Tree is set to return to the stage, kicking off the holiday season in Muskegon. Over 160 singers from the Mona Shores High School Choir will perform, stationed throughout the tree structure and along its base. The choir will be accompanied by over 50 members of the Mona Shores High School Orchestra.

Holly Dickens Festival

December 2, 2023
Step back in time as you visit Holly, MI, where the entire town is transformed into a scene from “A Christmas Carol.” Merry Ole England comes alive in the atmosphere of the turn of the century buildings. Choirs, horse-drawn carriage rides, and roasting chestnuts add to the unique old world experience.    

New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2023
At midnight the ball will drop and the year 1970 will begin but tonight, it's still the 1960s! Let’s take a look back over the decade that changed music forever. Join in the fun as we review the music that gave us sweet memories and fast times.

Theater

New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2023
At midnight the ball will drop and the year 1970 will begin but tonight, it's still the 1960s! Let’s take a look back over the decade that changed music forever. Join in the fun as we review the music that gave us sweet memories and fast times.

Trains

Huckleberry Railroad Christmas

December 16, 2023
New! -  We can't think of a better way to celebrate a lovely nostalgic Christmas with friends and family than to climb aboard a vintage steam train and wander through a cheerful 1800's Christmas village!  

Winter Fun

Nite Lites at the Speedway

November 28, 2023
Hop on the Custom Holidays bus with your travel friends for an evening to kick off the holiday season! Leave the driving to us, so you can take in the magical lights along with Christmas music.    

The Singing Christmas Tree

November 30, 2023 - December 1, 2023
“America’s Tallest” Singing Christmas Tree is set to return to the stage, kicking off the holiday season in Muskegon. Over 160 singers from the Mona Shores High School Choir will perform, stationed throughout the tree structure and along its base. The choir will be accompanied by over 50 members of the Mona Shores High School Orchestra.

Holly Dickens Festival

December 2, 2023
Step back in time as you visit Holly, MI, where the entire town is transformed into a scene from “A Christmas Carol.” Merry Ole England comes alive in the atmosphere of the turn of the century buildings. Choirs, horse-drawn carriage rides, and roasting chestnuts add to the unique old world experience.    

Meadow Brook Holiday Walk

December 5, 2023
Meadow Brook Hall’s annual Holiday Walk brings the magic of the season alive with an unforgettable series of activities and special events. Experience the wonder of our more than 50 magnificent trees—including a 10-foot tall Poinsettia tree created by 150 live plants, dazzling trimmings, and lights galore.

Huckleberry Railroad Christmas

December 16, 2023
New! -  We can't think of a better way to celebrate a lovely nostalgic Christmas with friends and family than to climb aboard a vintage steam train and wander through a cheerful 1800's Christmas village!