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The Basic Christmas List For Anyone From Michigan

A Christmas List In Michigan For Michigan

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The Basic Christmas List For Anyone From Michigan

We've all seen it, the typical list of items that could be purchased for individuals this season; the Millennials of Michigan have comprised a list of things to get for Michigan people that incorporate what we have in our state, as well as Michigan-related items to purchase.


1. Trip to the Detroit Zoo to see the Christmas Lights

What is more magical than seeing hundreds of lights illuminate the entire zoo?

2. Trip to Frankenmuth for the Ice Sculpture Contest

People from various places in Michigan come together to create Ice Art, how cool is that? Even High Schools compete to see who can create a unique sculpture.

3. Trip to Bronner's

Bronner's is the world's largest Christmas store, why wouldn't anyone want to go and visit?

4. Go Skiing/Snowboarding

There are quite a few slopes in Michigan that are open for everyone's snow-needs.

5. Mackinaw Island Fudge

Michigan is good for it's excellent and wide variety of fudge.

6. Trip to Traverse City

Not only can you partake in their abundant cherry flavored items, you can also enjoy their resorts, slopes, and various other family oriented as well as singular activities.

7. Trip to Rochester to see the Town's Lights

1.2 Million lights can be seen in downtown Rochester this winter season, it's definitely a vision of magic that's been happening since 2006.

8. Ice Skating at Campus Martius

This ice skating rink is located in Detroit, there's a beautiful Christmas tree that's put up every year while people partake.

9. Trip to Meadow Brook's Annual Holiday Walk

There's everything from a tour of the 110-room mansion, starlight strolls, Santa, and even a Holiday Tea.

10. Ice Skating at Rosa Parks Circle

Rosa Parks Circle is located in Grand Rapids, so if you're closer to this vision, and want to enjoy the fun and exhilaration of ice skating, a visit should be on the list.

11. Tickets to a Major Sporting Event

Michigan Teams are always met with enthusiastic love and support from their fans, win or lose.

12. Attend the Annual Victorian Sleighbell Parade

You can take a step back in time with carolers dressed in Victorian attire, fireworks, horse-drawn carriages, the town's many decorations, as well as opportunities to going shopping.

13. Lotto Tickets

Whether it's the Mega Millions or a Scratch-Off, people will love and appreciate the fun and excitement of Lottery Tickets.

14. Michigan Wine and Beer

There are so many different types of wines and beers that are Michigan Brewed, it would be wonderful to not only support those home businesses but to enjoy the selection and gift it off.

15. Trip to Greenfield Village

Have you ever wanted to stand in a Christmas Card? That's what it's like visiting Greenfield Village as their candlelit windows light the way as carolers fill the night air.

16. Go Sledding

You can find a hill near home, or go to a nearby slope to enjoy the need and love for sledding. They even have tubing, which I guess is almost exactly the same as sledding, but you're inside an inner-tube (cool right?).

17. Trip to Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad

There's costumed villagers, live acts, trains, crafts, holiday music, and even Santa. Need I say more?

18. Drive Around and Look at Christmas Lights

Some gifts are free(ish... you still need gas to do this, but many of us remember a time when we used to do this as children, so overall... it's worth it).

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