The Festival
Hear ye! Hear ye!
The Holly Dickens Festival is the longest-running of its kind, and completely organized by local volunteers of all ages who bring Holly to life every holiday season welcoming thousands of people from all over Michigan and beyond.
Stroll the streets of historic Battle Alley, visit unique shops, and dine on delicious food. Fill your senses with smell of roasting chestnuts, hot chocolate, and maybe even a little gruel! Lose yourself the music of Christmas carolers, the joy of holiday colors and lights, and feel the warmth of friends and neighbors greeting you on every corner.
Come visit us this year! We can't wait to see you!
2025 Festival Schedules & Events
WeekOne
Home for the Holidays
Saturday, November 29, 2025
11 AM - 6 PM
Sunday, November 30, 2025
12 PM - 5 PM
WeekTwo
Decked Out for Dickens
Saturday, December 6, 2025
11 AM - 6 PM
Sunday, December 7, 2025
12 PM - 5 PM
WeekThree
God Bless Us, Every One!
Saturday, December 13, 2025
11 AM - 6 PM
Sunday, December 14, 2025
12 PM - 5 PM
Dress Your Best
Step back in time to the enchanting world of Charles Dickens' Victorian London with our comprehensive costume guide. This guide offers a delightful array of attire inspiration, from the elegant frocks of high-society to the rugged garments of street urchins. Explore tips on how to create the perfect Dickensian look for the colorful inhabitants of a bustling yuletide market. Whether you're a seasoned period costume enthusiast or a first-time festival-goer, this guide will help you immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Dickensian Christmas.
