Rally the corgi has sniffed out the Christmas events for kids in Novi for 2026. Light the Lights brings Santa, live music, a tree lighting and fireworks to Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk on Friday, November 20, and Santa and Mrs. Claus host Brunch with Santa at Lakeshore Lodge on Saturday, December 12. We check every date on the host’s own website and link straight there. For the rest of the state, see our Michigan Christmas events for kids guide.
What Rally found in Novi
- 2 Christmas events for kids in Novi
- Light the Lights: Friday, November 20, 6 to 9 pm, free
- Tree lighting and fireworks: 7 pm
- Brunch with Santa: Saturday, December 12, two seatings
- Brunch cost: $15 residents, register by December 4
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Light the Lights
- When: Friday, November 20, 2026, 6 to 9 pm, tree lighting and fireworks at 7 pm
- Where: Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk, Novi, MI 48377 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Novi kicks off the season at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk with live music, character meet and greets and visits with Santa.
The city tree lights up at 7 pm and fireworks follow, so younger kids get the big moment early in the evening.
Parent tip: Arrive at 6 pm to see Santa and the characters before the 7 pm lighting, and pick a spot with a clear view of the sky for the fireworks.
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- Novi Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk, Novi, MI 48377 (opens in maps)
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Santa brunch
Brunch with Santa
- When: Saturday, December 12, 2026, two seatings, 8:30 to 10 am or 11 am to 12:30 pm
- Where: Lakeshore Lodge, Lakeshore Park, Novi, MI 48377 (opens in maps)
- Cost: $15 residents, $18 non-residents, per person, ages 2 and under $5, registration ends December 4
- Ages: All ages
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Novi’s Brunch with Santa serves a festive meal at Lakeshore Lodge with holiday-themed crafts on the tables.
Both Santa and Mrs. Claus visit with families, and there are two seatings so early risers and late sleepers each get a slot.
Parent tip: Pricing is per person for kids and adults, so register by December 4 and pick the 8:30 am seating if your kids are early risers.
- Host
- Novi Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Lakeshore Lodge, Lakeshore Park, Novi, MI 48377 (opens in maps)
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We check every event above on the host’s own page for the date, time and cost, plus the things parents ask about, like sign-ups and ages. Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Michigan Christmas train rides page.
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When each Novi Christmas event for kids happens
See Santa for free at Light the Lights on November 20, then book a Brunch with Santa seating before registration closes on December 4.
- Light the LightsNovi · Nov 20
- Brunch with SantaNovi · Dec 12
Looking further afield? Our Michigan Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Hartland, Village of Clarkston, Ann Arbor and Rochester Hills. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
A story for the drive home
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Novi Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask
What are the best Christmas events for kids in Novi this year?
Rally Takes the Train has confirmed 2 Christmas events for kids in Novi for 2026, both from Novi Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services: Light the Lights on November 20 and Brunch with Santa on December 12.
When is the Novi tree lighting in 2026?
Friday, November 20, 2026, from 6 to 9 pm at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk. The tree lighting and fireworks are at 7 pm, and the event is free.
Is Santa at Light the Lights?
Yes. The city lists visits with Santa, live music and character meet and greets.
How much is Novi Brunch with Santa?
$15 per person for residents and $18 for non-residents, for both kids and adults. Children 2 and under are $5. Registration ends December 4 or when it sells out.
Who do I contact about Novi holiday events?
Novi Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services at jmuck@cityofnovi.org or 248-347-0400.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Michigan?
Yes. Santa trains and holiday train rides have their own guide: Rally Takes the Train’s Michigan Christmas train rides page.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked Novi on November 11, 2026. Rally is also contacting each organizer to confirm details like parking, restrooms and bad-weather plans.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.