Moonlight Madness 2023
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1
5PM—Midnight
Join us on Friday, December 1 for a night of fun and festive activities. There will be business promotions, stores open late, musical performances, live ice sculpting, hot cocoa stations and more. Come out and support local!
Live Ice Sculpting Show
At North University + State St.
6PM—8PM
Get ready for some serious entertainment on Friday, December 1. Join us at the intersection of North University and State Street for a unique live ice carving show.
Having had their own TV show on the Food Network, “Ice Brigade,” these skilled sculptors know what goes into creating true entertainment, and their live ice carving never disappoints.
FREE District Tote Bags
Starting at 6:00PM, the first 150 attendees to join us at North University and State Street will receive a free District shopping bag! Come on out and celebrate with us as we kick off the Holiday season!
Musical Performances by
The Arbor Consort
603 East Liberty
7PM—8PM
The Arbor Consort is a non-profit vocal ensemble based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, dedicated to the performance of a cappella Renaissance and Christmas music. They have been the featured madrigal singing group at the Michigan Renaissance Festival since 1982. They serve as strolling musicians for festivals, private parties, holiday celebrations, and much more. The Arbor Consort’s musical director is the amazing Sarah Jane Rau.
out loud chorus
North University + State St.
7PM—9PM
Out Loud Chorus is a mixed LGBTQ+ choir from Washtenaw County in Michigan. This means that they are a chorus of people of all genders --- many of them identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender, although they are open to everyone who loves to sing and has an open mind. They are committed to putting on musically excellent shows that are entertaining and fun for their audiences.
skyline blues
Nickels Arcade
6PM—7PM
Skyline Blues was founded in 2008 by Lyn CieChanski. The group first competed in the 2010 ICHSA season, and has since become one of the top competing groups in the United States, finishing the 2019 season ranked 2nd in the country. Blues draws its members from Skyline's three choir classes: Bel Canto Treble Chorus, A Cappella Select Mixed Chorus, and Cantare/Cantando Mixed Choruses.
Time to Warm Up!
Hot Cocoa Bar with Ann ARbor Police Dept.
336 S State St.
6:30PM—8:30PM
Stop by AAPD’s Hot Cocoa Bar on Friday, December 1 for a free cup of hot chocolate served up by your A2 officers!
FREE HOT CIDER AT UFS
7 Nickels Arcade
5:30PM—7:30PM
Don’t forget to grab a free hot cider from the University Flower Shop as you walk through Nickels Arcade, until supplies last!
HOT COCOA BAR WITH Ann arbor fire dept.
603 E Liberty St.
6:30PM—8:30PM
Warm up with a hot cup of cocoa and some Michigan Theater popcorn from your local firefighters under the Michigan Theater marquee!
Parking & Shuttle Information
DOWNTOWN PARKING STRUCTURES & LOTS
Liberty Square Structure - 410 E. Washington St.
Liberty Lane Underground Structure - 319 South Fifth St.
Thayer Parking Structure - 300 South Thayer St.
Thompson Street Parking Structure - 500 Thompson St.
MAY MOBILITY AUTONOMOUS SHUTTLES
FREE SHUTTLES
Dec. 1 Service Hours: 2PM—8PM
Download the May Mobility app to get a free ride around downtown while you enjoy the holiday festivities at Moonlight Madness, Midnight Madness and Kindlefest.
Moonlight Madness Instagram Giveaway
In honor of Moonlight Madness, 10 lucky winners will each receive a $25 gift card from one of our local businesses:
The M Den • Slurping Turtle • HopCat • Michigan/State Theaters • Axe Ventura • Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea• Bivouac • Bon Bon Bon • Sava's Restaurant • Isalita Cantina
This giveaway will be posted to our Instagram @statestdistrict on November 24th. You’ll have 1 week to enter. Winners will be announced on December 4th. Stay tuned for our post with official giveaway rules and instructions!
Other Downtown Events
Check out what’s going on in the Main Street Area, Kerrytown and Liberty Plaza (info coming soon)!
Shop Downtown Deals
The M Den
304 S State St.
20% off of regularly priced merchandise (some exclusions apply). Offer is valid in store only.
UNIVERSITY VINTAGE
324 S State St.
20% off all items.
Van Boven
326 S State St.
25% off Everything except formal wear and suits. 50% off some items and other sales interspersed. Free shipping for all online orders. Sales over the phone are also available and can be discounted.
ARCADIAN ANTIQUES
13 Nickels Arcade
Free ring sizing up to $100 with any ring purchase the night of Moonlight Madness.
university flower shop
7 Nickels Arcade
Stop by UFS for a free holiday treat and visit their website for a custom holiday wreath.
THE GETUP VINTAGE
215 S State St.
Spin-a-wheel for surprise discounts at checkout.
AXE VENTURA
332 Maynard St.
$5 discounts on walk-ins.
RED YOGA
421 E Liberty St.
10% discount on all Class Packages & Retail.
pitaya
315 S State St.
Staying open until 10 PM and offering BOGO 50% off all sale merchandise.
ASHLEY’s
338 S State St.
Offering 10% off Holiday Gift Packs and Cocktail Kits.
Stop by Ashley’s to warm up on their patio and get your Cocoa spiked with a donation to Food Gatherers (Peppermint Schnaps, Irish Cream, Coffee Liqueur, or Bourbon. Minimum $3 donation)
MIX
2 & 4 Nickels Arcade
20% off all clothing. Exclusions include Magnolia Pearl, sale items, jewelry & gift certificates.
UM Museum of Natural History
1105 North University
Looking for the perfect gifts for science-lovers, dinosaur-enthusiasts, and students of natural history? Look no further than the UMMNH Museum Store Holiday Sale. One day only, from 10AM—4PM! 30% off on all merchandise. Free gift wrapping.
PARRISH FINE FRAMING & ART
9 Nickels Arcade
Open 10AM—8PM and 10% off everything in the store.
