Click on the plus and minus in the left corner to zoom in or out of the map.
Click on the icons for more info, addresses and photos of the stops.
Click on the map to drag and move it to view surrounding areas.
In the Header, click on the rectangle in the upper left of the map to see a menu of all of our stops. Click on anything that looks interesting to see where it is on the map. To hide the menu, click the rectangle in the header.
In the Header, click on the "square" icon in the upper right side to expand the map for better viewing.
What if It Rains?
The show will must go on! Silver Bells is a rain or shine event so be prepared! It's usually very cold, around 35-40 degrees at night in November in Michigan, so wear warm hats, boots, gloves and jackets!
CROWDS. It's very busy and the streets are lined with thousands of people for the parade, tree lighting, drone show and fireworks, especially in front of the capitol. Capital Ave gets 20 people deep watching the parade.
If you wish to avoid crowds (as much as possible, anyway), we recommend watching the parade along other sections of the route other than right in front of the capitol on S. Capitol Avenue. South Washington Square is less packed.
Get there early so you can find parking and a spot for the parade.
Dress WARM. You will be outside from 5:00 pm until about 8:45 pm.
There are several porta johns on Capitol Ave near the capitol building and along the parade route.
NOTE: Bring TP as the porta johns run out.
Where do You Park for Silver Bells in the City Lansing?
The Allegan Parking Ramp is the closest parking lot to the action. Corner of W Allegan St. & S. Capitol Ave, 205 W Allegan, Lansing, Michigan
Townsend Street Parking Ramp - 221 Townsend St, Lansing, MI 48933
South Capitol Ramp - 320 S Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48933. Chris and I like this ramp. There are easy pay stations right at the elevators. It's only a couple blocks from the Capitol building.
What Channel is Silver Bells on in Lansing Michigan?
Are you wondering, "How can I watch Silver Bells in the City Lansing?"
Silver Bells in the City will be live on FOX47 and locally on Comcast
channel 12 on Friday, November 17, 2023 from
6–8 PM. Enjoy the show from the comfort of your home with lively hosts, Bob Hoffman, Mark
Buzzitta, and Tianna Jenkins.
Silver Bells in the City Event Schedule - Calendar of Events
Silver Bells in the city several outdoor activities perfect for a couples date night or fun evening out with your family. It's jam-packed with family-friendly sights and sounds!
Silver Bells Village | Shopping with Local Vendors!
Where: 100 block of E. Allegan Street between S. Washington Square and Grand Ave
Shop from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm from vendors across Michigan! Look for refreshments, holiday gifts and fun presents for yourself! Keep an eye out for the Silver Bells commemorative ornament, too. The Silver Bells Village is located at the 100 block of E. Allegan Street between S. Washington Square and Grand Ave. See our map at the top of this page.
See Live Entertainment on the Steps of the Capitol
Be sure to walk by the front steps of the Capitol building before the parade as there is usually live entertainment and fun for the kids and adults alike!
26th Annual Electric Light Parade at Silver Bells in the City: Lansing Michigan
Where: See our map above. The parade begins at the corner of Lenawee Street and South Washington Square. It continues down S. Capital Ave and S. Washington Square.
The 26th Annual Electric Light Parade kicks off at 6 PM! Bring the kids and wave to Santa as brilliantly lit floats and high stepping marching bands begin at the corner of Lenawee Street and South Washington Square.
Enjoy more than 70 units and thousands of lights! See our map of the Annual Electric Light Parade parade route.
NOTE: If you are watching the parade in front of the Capitol, it will reach this region around 6:30pm. The parade is about 1 hour long.
Perfect winter activities for families, friends and couples!
Countdown to the State Christmas Tree Lighting at the Capitol
When: Approximately 7:30 p.m.
Where: Capitol grounds in Lansing, Michigan at the corner of S. Capitol Ave and W. Michigan Avenue
Immediately after the parade, head to the State Christmas tree for the countdown to the tree lighting!
2023 official state Christmas tree is a 60-foot spruce
chosen by the MI Department of Technology
Management and Budget (DTMB) and provided by Mr. Vic Ruppert from Onaway, Michigan.
Community Sing with Grace West
Where: Capitol grounds in Lansing, Michigan at the corner of S. Capitol Ave and W. Michigan Avenue
Community Sing with Grace West: Gather by the 60 foot Michigan State Capitol Christmas Tree. Grace West will take the stage right after the tree lighting to start the community sing. Right after the tree lighting begins the community sing.
Who is Grace West? Grace secured second
place on season 23 of NBC’s The Voice.
Firefly Drone Light Show at Silver Bells in the City | Downtown Lansing Michigan
Where: Capitol grounds in Lansing, Michigan at the corner of S. Capitol Ave and W. Michigan Avenue
Firefly Drone Light Show: After Grace West’s performance, cast your eyes to the sky as 200 drones perform a breathtaking light show that is in time to lively Christmas music. I absolutely LOVED the drone light show, it's something I've never seen before.
What is a drone light show? Several lighted drones take to the sky to spell out fun words and create moving images.
Where: Capitol grounds in Lansing, Michigan at the corner of S. Capitol Ave and W. Michigan Avenue
Get ready to be wowed by splashes of colorful fireworks over the Capitol. Chris and I were blown away by the incredible fireworks show. It's definitely a must-see November event!
Don't forget to ooohhh and ahhh! Such a fun family friendly Christmas event in Michigan!
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Sherry Trautman is a seasoned business owner and a multifaceted content creator, deeply entrenched in the world of travel in Michigan. With her extensive background in writing, editing, photography, marketing, website design, web mastering, social media, and publishing, she is the driving force behind the acclaimed Michigan Travel site "Travel-mi.com." A lifelong Michigander, Sherry's journey began in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan led her to St. Joseph during her formative years, and further to Kalamazoo for her higher education. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design and Fine Art from Western Michigan University. Her career initially blossomed in Battle Creek, where she contributed significantly to aviation, marketing, and the art industry.
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