With Thanksgiving next week, there is a lot happening throughout Michigan this weekend.

As another holiday week approaches, there is a lot happening around the state this weekend. From wine, beer, and food festivals, to parades and holiday shopping, there are plenty of options.

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Check out the list below to see what you and your friends and family can get into this weekend.

15th Annual Wine, Beer & Food Festival in Grand Rapids

This event is taking place at the DeVos Place Convention Center on Friday, 11/18 from 4 pm until 10 pm and Saturday, 11/19 from 2 pm until 10 pm. Get the details here. 

Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition

The Royal Oak Farmers Market will host 60 jury-selected artists, the BMW Future Lab + Succulent Bar, live entertainment, food, adult beverages, and more. The event takes place from 11 am until 9 pm on 11/17 and 11/18/22. Get the details here. 

Silver Bells in the City

The downtown Lansing tradition will take place Friday, 11/18 from 5 pm to 9 pm and feature millions of lights, thousands of people, the annual Electric Light Parade, tree lighting, live music, and more. Get the details here. 

Light the Village at The Village of Rochester Hills

Santa will be rolling through The Village of Rochester Hills and the event will also include food trucks, live entertainment, stilt walkers, jugglers, fireworks, and more. Get the details here. 

Merchants and Makers Holland Holiday Shoppe

Over 100 local makers will set up shop inside the Holland Civic Center for the annual Holiday Shoppe so you can buy local this holiday season. Get the details here. 

Battle Creek Christmas Parade

The Battle Creek Christmas Parade will kick off the start of the Battle Creek International Festival of Lights. Get the details here. 

There's a little bit of everything going on throughout Michigan this weekend and these events are just a handful of them. Get out and enjoy and if you know of a big event, leave it in the comments to spread the word.

Source: Michigan.org

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