Midnight Madness
Downtown Ann Arbor kicks off the holiday season with Midnight Madness, a festive event featuring late-night shopping, dining, and entertainment. Stores stay open until midnight with special sales and treats, while restaurants offer holiday menus and seasonal cocktails. Enjoy live music, interactive museum activities, and a chance to meet Santa Claus. Support local charities and discover unique gifts from artisan vendors.
What to Expect
Late-night holiday shopping and dining event with diverse entertainment.
Event Details
Duration
7 hours
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Ann Arbor
Timed Entry
No
Featured Performers
- Voices in Harmony
- Pioneer High School Choirs
Organizer
Main Street Area Association
Food & Drink
Food trucks, bars, restaurants, specialty cocktails, hot cocoa, cherry treats, ice cream, mead, cider, beer, wine, chai, coffee.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shopping and festive entertainment
Vibe
Festive, lively, community-oriented
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $
- Pets: No pets allowed
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early to experience the full range of activities, as many events and store specials begin at 5 PM.
- Check the event schedule for specific performance times of Voices in Harmony and Pioneer High School Choirs to catch their sets.
- Take advantage of the Holiday Cocktail Crawl by planning a route to sample specialty drinks from various downtown establishments.
- Bring a coat to donate to the A2Zero Coat Swap for a chance to win a $100 gift card to a downtown business.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking between various shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues throughout the evening.
Special Events & Promotions
- Stores open until midnight with special discounts and treats.
- Restaurants offering special holiday menus and seasonal cocktails.
- Holiday Cocktail Crawl.
- Coat Swap & Donation with A2Zero for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
- AFC Ann Arbor season tickets with a limited edition scarf.
- Galen Tags charity event with 100% proceeds to local charities.
- Free drip coffee at RoosRoast Coffee.
- Happy Hour honored all night at Vinology's bar and fireplace lounge.
- 20% off store-wide at Cherry Republic.
- Free kids activities and hot apple cider at CLUSTER Museum.
- Gift Box Giveaway at Crazy Wisdom Bookstore.
- 15% off apparel and $10 off full-priced shoes at Fleet Feet.
- 20% off store-wide at Footprints Shoe Store.
- 20% off entire purchase at Four Directions.
- Champagne and cookies at The Getup.
- Scavenger hunt at The Gutman Gallery.
- Sales on Popmart items, 10% off store wide, 15% off models/figures/plushies at Ginza Marketplace.
- Gift with Purchase Friday Night at IVEY: Spend $150 in Gift Cards, Receive $25 FREE. 20% OFF Retail.
- Exclusive holiday sets, lip balm charm bar at London Beauty.
- 10% off all bagged drinking chocolate at Mindo Chocolate Makers.
- Sales and snacks all night long, enter to win a gift basket at Noteworthy Wants and Wonders.
- Complimentary gift wrapping and 40% off any one item at Renaissance Clothing.
- Pick your discount from the bowl (15-40% off) at Sandy's Boutique.
- Enter-to-win a Shinola gift card & smlwrld merchandise, 10% discount code at Shinola.
- Free Samples of the NEW Captain Midnight Blend at Vault of Midnight.
- Buy a $50 Blank Slate Creamery Gift Card and get a free Mason Jar Winter Wonderland Snow Globe holder.
- $5 Select Beers at The Circ Bar.
- $6 Irish Coffees and Mulled Ciders, $6 Pretzel Bites with beer cheese at Conor O'Neill's.
- $5 Chai flights, discounted chai bags, gift cards, and festive food at CupsnChai.
- Brewed in house to-go beer for only $5 at Grizzly Peak Brewing Co.
- BOGO 50% off savory cakes, BOGO 50% all sweet OGS, 20% off coupons for future use at House Of Chimney Cakes.
- 10% your entire purchase, enter to win a free box of six macarons at Le Bon Macaron.
- $5 Hail drafts, $5.50 High Noon, $3.50 Mystery Beer, $14 Brown Butter Bourbon Cocktail, and the Downbar Griswold’s pop-up bar at Pretzel Bell.
- Free drip coffee at RoosRoast Coffee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main attractions at Midnight Madness?
Midnight Madness features late-night holiday shopping, dining specials, live music, a cocktail crawl, winter games, and opportunities to meet Santa Claus.
Are there activities for children?
Yes, the event is family-friendly with activities like the Hands-On Museum, meeting Santa, and general festive entertainment suitable for all ages.
What kind of food and drinks are available?
Attendees can enjoy a wide range of options including specialty cocktails, local beers and ciders, hot cocoa, ice cream, cherry treats, and food from various vendors and restaurants.
Is there parking available?
While specific parking details are not provided, the event takes place in downtown Ann Arbor, which typically has public parking garages and street parking available.
What is the Galen Tags event?
Galen Tags is a charity initiative supporting local children's causes in Washtenaw County, with 100% of proceeds going to these organizations. Donations can be made online if you cannot attend in person.
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