Meadow Brook Hall Events Calendar – Winter Wonder Lights, Holiday Walk, Halloween Mystery Dinner, concert schedule, and other seasonal events for Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens.
Seasonal events hosted at Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens are extremely popular and often completely sell out so don’t forget to book early.
Don’t forget, you can book guided and self-guided tours of the Hall year round Fridays through Mondays.
MEADOW BROOK HALL WINTER WONDER LIGHTS 2023
MEADOW BROOK HALL HOLIDAY WALK 2023
MEADOW BROOK HALL SUMMER CONCERTS 2024
Meadow Brook Hall Events Calendar July (Subject To Change)
Thursday, July 11, 2024 from 7p-9:30p (Also Wednesday July 24)
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Meadow Brook Hall Summer Concerts Series
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
The series features local musicians performing at Meadow Brook Hall and gardens on select summer evenings. Concert evenings include – light hors d’ oeuvres, and a self-guided main floor tour of the luxurious Meadow Brook Hall. Tickets are on sale now for these concerts for $40 each. Purchase them today by calling 248-364-6252 or More Info / Book Tickets. REVIEW / MORE INFO / CONCERT LINEUP
Sunday, July 14, 2024 from 9a-10a (registration at 8:40a) (Also July 21)
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Yoga in the Rock Garden / Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Experience the calming afterglow of the grounds at The Great Estate – Yoga in the Garden: After Hours. All levels are welcome to join these sessions, which will focus on stretching and strengthening the body to release stress and rejuvenate. The goal of yoga is simple: breathe and enjoy the moment, then the rest will follow. In cases of inclement weather, participants will be notified of any cancellations by 4p on event date. Ticket holders for sessions cancelled by Meadow Brook Hall in the case of inclement weather will receive a full refund. $15. More Info / Book tickets.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 7p-9p
Meadow Brook Hall Events – iPhone Photography at Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Level up your iPhone photography skills at this special session guided by an instructor from Paint Creek Center for the Arts. You’ll learn to unlock the secrets of your smartphone’s camera settings, features and all the elements that go into creating the perfect snapshot. This event is meant for all-levels and will take place rain or shine and will only be cancelled in cases of extreme or severe weather. This experience is only open to users with mobile devices that use Apple’s iOS software. $20 per person. Purchase tickets here.
Meadow Brook Hall Events Calendar August (Subject To Change)
Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 7p-9:30p (Plus August 8)
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Meadow Brook Hall Summer Concerts Series
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
The series features local musicians performing at Meadow Brook Hall and gardens on select summer evenings. Concert evenings include – light hors d’ oeuvres, and a self-guided main floor tour of the luxurious Meadow Brook Hall. Tickets are on sale now for these concerts for $40 each. Purchase them today by calling 248-364-6252 or More Info / Book Tickets. REVIEW / MORE INFO / CONCERT LINEUP
Sunday, August 4, 2024 from 9a-10a (registration at 8:40a) (Also August 11 & 18)
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Yoga in the Rock Garden / Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Experience the calming afterglow of the grounds at The Great Estate – Yoga in the Garden: After Hours. All levels are welcome to join these sessions, which will focus on stretching and strengthening the body to release stress and rejuvenate. The goal of yoga is simple: breathe and enjoy the moment, then the rest will follow. In cases of inclement weather, participants will be notified of any cancellations by 4p on event date. Ticket holders for sessions cancelled by Meadow Brook Hall in the case of inclement weather will receive a full refund. $15. More Info / Book tickets.
Meadow Brook Hall Events Calendar September (Subject To Change)
Thursday, September 5, 2024 from 6p-9p, Friday, September 6, Saturday, September 7 and Sunday, September 8 from 10a-3:30p
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Art in the Elements Premiere
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
These larger-than-life exhibits will fill the woodland paths surrounding Meadow Brook Hall for Art in the Elements, the annual limited-run floral art exhibit. THEME – “Heroes, Myths & Legends”. Adults $25, Youth $10. More info / link to purchase tickets.
Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 6p-9p
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Nightfall at the Hall: The Meadow Brook Benefit
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
It’s Meadow Brook Hall’s biggest annual fundraising experience. sip cocktails, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and live music while exploring our unique selection of silent auction items along the loggia terrace as the sun sets – and night falls – over the Great Estate. Choose from jewelry, travel experiences, exclusive packages, outdoors gear, hunting rifles and much more. $150 per person. Purchase tickets here.
Friday, September 27, 2024 at 10a
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Meadow Brook Garden Club
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
The Meadow Brook Garden Club also offers special programs that feature a guest speaker. These take place monthly at Meadow Brook Hall. Coffee and refreshments are served at 9:15a, and the program starts at 10a. $5 admission. All ages event. Reservations are not required. This month’s theme – “Ornamental Grasses”. MORE INFO.
Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 9a-10a (registration at 8:40a)
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Yoga in the Rock Garden / Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Experience the calming afterglow of the grounds at The Great Estate – Yoga in the Garden: After Hours. All levels are welcome to join these sessions, which will focus on stretching and strengthening the body to release stress and rejuvenate. The goal of yoga is simple: breathe and enjoy the moment, then the rest will follow. In cases of inclement weather, participants will be notified of any cancellations by 4p on event date. Ticket holders for sessions cancelled by Meadow Brook Hall in the case of inclement weather will receive a full refund. $15. More Info / Book tickets.
Meadow Brook Hall Events Calendar October (Subject To Change)
Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 9a-10a (registration at 8:40a)
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Yoga in the Rock Garden / Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Experience the calming afterglow of the grounds at The Great Estate – Yoga in the Garden: After Hours. All levels are welcome to join these sessions, which will focus on stretching and strengthening the body to release stress and rejuvenate. The goal of yoga is simple: breathe and enjoy the moment, then the rest will follow. In cases of inclement weather, participants will be notified of any cancellations by 4p on event date. Ticket holders for sessions cancelled by Meadow Brook Hall in the case of inclement weather will receive a full refund. $15. More Info / Book tickets.
Meadow Brook Hall Events Calendar November (Subject To Change)
November 30 and runs through December 23, 2024
Rochester Christmas Events – Meadow Brook Hall Holiday Walk
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (480 South Adams Rd, Rochester, MI 48309)
The Meadow Brook Hall annual Holiday Walk is a self-guided tour that explores the Dodge and Wilson family’s winter traditions and activities they enjoyed while living on the Meadow Brook Estate. Hosted by meadowbrookhall.org. Purchase Tickets Here. MORE INFO – PICS.
(Almost) Daily, November 29 through December 30
Meadow Brook Hall Christmas Events – Winter Wonder Lights Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall & Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200)
Winter Wonder Lights is a self-guided outdoor event featuring unique light displays across the grounds of Meadow Brook Hall. Enjoy fun concessions such as glow-in-the-dark cotton candy and hot meals in our outdoor café. There will be seasonal and specialty drinks, selfie stations, bonfires and more. Tickets are $23 for adults ages 13+, ages 3-12 are $13, 2 & under FREE. Half-hour time slots start at 5:30p daily. Advanced ticket purchases required. Hosted by meadowbrookhall.org. Purchase Tickets Here… MORE INFO…
Meadow Brook Hall Events Calendar December (Subject To Change)
Daily through December 23, 2024
Rochester Christmas Events – Meadow Brook Hall Holiday Walk
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (480 South Adams Rd, Rochester, MI 48309)
The Meadow Brook Hall annual Holiday Walk is a self-guided tour that explores the Dodge and Wilson family’s winter traditions and activities they enjoyed while living on the Meadow Brook Estate. Hosted by meadowbrookhall.org. Purchase Tickets Here. MORE INFO – PICS.
(Almost) Daily through December 30
Meadow Brook Hall Christmas Events – Winter Wonder Lights Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall & Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200)
Winter Wonder Lights is a self-guided outdoor event featuring unique light displays across the grounds of Meadow Brook Hall. Enjoy fun concessions such as glow-in-the-dark cotton candy and hot meals in our outdoor café. There will be seasonal and specialty drinks, selfie stations, bonfires and more. Tickets are $23 for adults ages 13+, ages 3-12 are $13, 2 & under FREE. Half-hour time slots start at 5:30p daily. Advanced ticket purchases required. Hosted by meadowbrookhall.org. Purchase Tickets Here… MORE INFO…
December – 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 from 12:30p-3:30p
Meadow Brook Hall Christmas Events – Meadow Brook Hall Holiday High Tea
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Enjoy traditional teas, savories and sweets served in the magnificent Christopher Wren Dining Room. Please call 248-364-6252 for more information. $65 per person. Call 248-364-6252 to be placed on a wait list if sold out. Hosted by meadowbrookhall.org.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 from 7p-10p
Meadow Brook Hall Christmas Events – Meadow Brook Hall Starlight Stroll
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Includes full bar, dancing, live entertainment, chef-attended food stations, self-guided tour, and valet parking. Call 248-364-6263 for more info. Purchase Tickets Here. Reservations required. Hosted by meadowbrookhall.org. More info / tickets info.
Saturday, December 7, 14, & 21 2024 from 10a-4p
Rochester Santa Claus Photo Ops – Santa Saturdays at Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (480 South Adams Rd, Rochester, MI 48309)
Visits to Santa, live reindeer visits, and a self-guided Hall tour are included in all ticket prices. $23.50 for adults and seniors, $11 for children ages 3-12, children age 5 and under are free. Purchase tickets here. All slots are expected sell out. Hosted by meadowbrookhall.org. More Info – Pics.
Meadow Brook Hall
350 Estate Drive
Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401
248-364-6200
MEADOW BROOK HALL HOLIDAY WALK REVIEW & PICS
MEADOW BROOK HALL WINTER WONDER LIGHTS REVIEW & PICS
Meadow Brook Hall is the historic home built by one of the automotive aristocracy’s most remarkable women, Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of auto pioneer John Dodge, and her second husband, Alfred Wilson. Constructed between 1926 and 1929, Meadow Brook Hall represents one of the finest examples of Tudor-revival architecture in America, and is especially renowned for its superb craftsmanship, architectural detailing and grand scale of 88,000 square-feet. It was the center of a country estate that included 1,500 acres, numerous farm buildings, recreational facilities, several residences and formal gardens. For more info, see the official Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens website.
This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not endorse these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details being altered without notice or cancellations.
PREVIOUS EVENTS TBA / TBD FOR 2024
Sunday, June 30, 2024 from 11a-2p
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Champagne Garden Party
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Bring someone special to enjoy an elegant selection of tea sandwiches, sweets and savories, as well as tableside tea service – with the opportunity to add-on two servings of sparkling wine. The Champagne Garden Party is set in the beautiful Garden Tent with stationed dining and a cash bar featuring new signature summer cocktails. The event also features an interactive self-guided tour of the historic mansion, playhouses, and incredible gardens at their peak beauty. $65 per person / $75 with sparking wine. Reservations required. More Info / Book Tickets.
Friday, May 3, 2024 from noon-2p
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Pre-Mother’s Day Luncheon
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Enjoy Mixed greens salad with hard cooked egg, sous vide beets, shaved Romano & petite heirloom tomato medley with spring onion vinaigrette. Pan seared chicken breast with roasted pepper polenta, poached Michigan asparagus & artichoke-caper cream. Citrus mousse with raspberry garnish.. and more. Advanced tickets required. $75 per person. Due to the nature of Meadow Brook Hall’s Community Events, we can offer limited alternatives to accommodate select dietary restrictions for this event. For this event, Meadow Brook Hall is able to accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free guests only. More info / book tickets.
Friday, May 3, 2024 from 6p-9p
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Meadow Brook Hall Twilight Tours
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Enjoy stationed touring and light refreshments and a cash bar in a spectacular setting. Bring a date or friends to sip a cocktail while the sun sets over the Great Estate in this beautiful evening experience. This event features a cash bark, light refreshments, and live music. $20 per person / $8 youth / Under 5 FREE. Advanced tickets required. More Info / book tickets.
Saturdays & Sundays through March 17 at 11:30a & 1:30p
Rochester Weekend Events – Downton Abbey Tour – A Servant’s Life
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Explore the secret lives of the downstairs staff with Meadow Brook Hall’s Servant’s Life Tour, inspired by the popular show Downton Abbey. Guests will learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes immersion tour. Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Servants’ Dining Room. All dates and times are expected to sell out. $45 per person. Advance tickets are required. Purchase tickets here.
Tuesday, March 5 – tours start at 7p, 7:30p & 8p (Also 3/12 & 3/19)
Rochester Weekend Events – Meadow Brook Hall Flashlight Tours
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a Flashlight Tour. This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to sell out. Book tickets here.
Saturdays & Sundays through March 17 at 11:30a & 1:30p
Rochester Weekend Events – Downton Abbey Tour – A Servant’s Life
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Explore the secret lives of the downstairs staff with Meadow Brook Hall’s Servant’s Life Tour, inspired by the popular show Downton Abbey. Guests will learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes immersion tour. Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Servants’ Dining Room. All dates and times are expected to sell out. $45 per person. Advance tickets are required. Purchase tickets here.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 from 7p-9:30p
Meadow Brook Hall Events – Dinner & A Movie
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Guests will enjoy the film “Clue” projected on a big screen in our historic two-story Gothic-inspired Ballroom after enjoying a casual three-course dinner and cash bar in the Christopher Wren Dining Room. Tickets are $50. Purchase tickets here.
Saturday, August 5, 2023 from 6p-9p
Rochester Weekend Events – Meadow Brook Hall Twilight Tours
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
Twilight Tours invite guests to enjoy an evening of live music and cold drinks while touring the historic mansion and estate. Enjoy light refreshments and a cash bar in a spectacular setting. Bring a date or friends to sip a cocktail while the sun sets over the Great Estate in this beautiful evening experience. $20 per person. Pre-registration required. Reserve HERE.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 6:30p-10p
Rochester Valentine’s Day Events – Meadow Brook Hall Valentine’s Dinner
Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens (350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, 248-364-6200, meadowbrookhall.org)
This Valentine’s Day, treat your sweetheart to an enchanting evening at The Great Estate. The experience begins with a romantic candlelight cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception with strolling musicians and the chance to explore Meadow Brook Hall at your own pace. Each couple will enjoy a delectable three course Valentine’s Dinner at a private table for two, with wine service and a decadent dessert. Complimentary valet is also included. All dates and times are expected to sell out. $125 per person. Advance tickets are required. Purchase tickets here.
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