Experience Winter at Michigan Central Station

This holiday season, head to Michigan Central for a fun and unique shopping experience! Plus, it's a great excuse to check out this beautifully restored historic building!

Winter at The Station invites visitors to shop, savor, share, and make new memories at Michigan Central this holiday season. Happening now through December 28th, this event features beautiful lights outside, and shopping, music and art inside. 

There are three different opportunities to shop in The Station, the first is The Shop. Here, you can find Michigan Central inspired clothing, gifts, and memorabilia, as well aso locally handmade goods from brands like Carhartt, Shinola, and more. There are even goodies from Bon Bon Bon available. 

Next, step into Détroit Marché, curated by Trading Post and Gonzo World. This shopping experience features over 25 vendors selling everything from jewelry and clothing to lotions and perfumes. Some of the participating vendors include Factual Graphics, Halie & Co, Alchemy, and many more. These shops are spread throughout a room that also houses artifacts from the station's restoration process, adding even more to look at as you browse. 

Last, but not least, Folk has a space of their own called Neighbor X Folk, featuring homewares, art, books, and all sorts of gifts. 

While you're shopping, make sure you also stop by Yellow Light to grab a coffee or a hot chocolate and a donut. There are also concessions available near the art installation, me + you by Suchi Reddy. 

In addition to shopping and sipping, Station visitors can also sign up for a guided tour, check out musical performances on Fridays & Saturdays, and watch screenings of feature films and concerts on the weekend too. 

Michigan Central Station and its shops are open Tuesday - Saturday from 10 AM - 5 PM. On Saturdays, tickets are required, but they are free. On Friday nights, there is also a ticketed option in the evening, from 5 PM - 10 PM, with tickets costing $10. Get your tickets for Fridays or Saturdays and more info here. 

Winter at The Station is a great reason to head down and check out Michigan Central Station if you haven't yet! We guarantee you will be blown away by its beauty! If you did have the chance to visit during OPEN over the summer, this is a fun new way to experience The Station and see what's new!

Get all of the details on Winter at The Station here.

Head over to see our reel from Winter at The Station!

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Win Tickets to See Sarah Silverman @ The Fillmore Detroit

Who: Sarah Silverman

What: Postmortem Tour @ The Fillmore Detroit on Friday, December 6th, 2024

Tickets start at $64 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #Sarah

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Win Tickets to See Whitey Morgan & The 78's @ St. Andrew's Hall

Who: Whitey Morgan & The 78's w/ Erin Viancourt

What: Performing Live at St. Andrew's Hall on Friday, December 6th, 2024

Tickets are $41.25 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #78s

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Detroit Urban Craft Fair: Your One-Stop Shop for Handmade Holiday Gifts!

Get ready for the Detroit Urban Craft Fair (DUCF), returning to the iconic Masonic Temple on December 7th and 8th for its 19th year! Hosted by Handmade Detroit, this is Michigan's largest and longest-running indie craft fair, offering the perfect opportunity to find unique, locally-made gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list.

With over 100 juried makers and artists, DUCF features a diverse selection of handmade creations. Whether you’re looking for jewelry, clothing, accessories, home decor, bath & body products, or even pet items, there’s something for everyone. Best of all, you can pick up your gifts and take them home that day—no waiting for shipping!

What to Expect:

• A Talented Lineup of Creatives: From modern styles to traditional craftsmanship, the vendors at DUCF are carefully selected to bring you the best handmade items. Whether you're shopping for family, friends, or yourself, you’re sure to find something special.
• Food, Music, and Fun: Enjoy a hot cup of coffee from Gooseneck Coffee while DJ Dave Lawson spins a mix of old favorites, forgotten gems, and seasonal classics. Plus, there’s a Kid Crafty Corner hosted by Mint Artists Guild and POST from 1-5pm each day to keep the little ones entertained while you shop.
• A Historic, Glamorous Setting: The Masonic Temple’s stunning interior will transport you to the glamorous celebrations of the 1920s, providing a beautiful backdrop for all your holiday shopping.

Event Details:

• Where: Masonic Temple, 500 Temple St, Detroit
• When:
  • Saturday, Dec 7th: 11am – 7pm ($5 admission, First 50 shoppers get a free swag bag!)
  • Sunday, Dec 8th: 11am – 5pm ($5 admission, First 25 shoppers get a free swag bag!)
  • Kid Crafty Corner with POST (Sat) / Mint Artists Guild (Sun) from 1-5pm
• What to Bring: Your friends, family, and a big shopping list!

Can’t make it in person? No problem! You can still shop with DUCF vendors online at DetroitUrbanCraftFair.com. Whether you’re in town or out of state, you won’t miss out on these amazing handmade goods.

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