- Hey, Haley, it's so great to have you to join me to talk about the arts and cultural events happening in and around the Metro Detroit area.

So since this is your debut, why don't you start us off with the first event?

- Thank you so much, Cecelia.

It really is wonderful to be able to share events for our audience to enjoy this holiday season.

Let's start with the Winter Markt in Downtown Birmingham's Shain Park, where twinkling lights welcome market goers to a vast array of local artists and vendors where they can shop for presents or for themselves.

There's also delicious cuisine, ice sculptures, live entertainment, carriage rides, and of course Santa himself will be there.

- Ooh, the big guy.

That sounds like the perfect experience for this time of year.

On December 7th and 8th, Complexions Contemporary Ballet is making its debut at the Detroit Opera House with their 30th anniversary performance.

The Innovative Dance Company performs to live music by the Detroit Opera Orchestra, and there are a few surprises along the way.

- [Haley] Now through December 15th, head to Holly for the Holly Dickens Festival on Battle Alley where you can step inside the world of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" every weekend.

There's a theme each weekend.

This weekend is "Decked out for Dickens," and next weekend is "God Bless Us Every One."

- Who can forget that line from the holiday classic?

Another fun holiday event is Santa's Reindeer Farm at Grandpa Tiny's Farm in Frankenmuth where kids can meet Santa and his reindeer.

Don't forget your letters for Santa.

You can head there through December 22nd.

- And now through December 15th, the mesmerizing classic "Les Miserables" takes the stage at Fisher Theater.

Of course, there is so much more happening in and around our city, so stay tuned for more options.

Have a wonderful weekend.

(gentle bright music)