Home for the Holidays at Ford House

On Sale dates

• Friends of Ford House Advance Sale: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 10 a.m.
• Public Tickets Sale: Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 10 a.m.

DATES:

• Friends of Ford House Preview: Saturday, November 29
• Fridays through Sundays, December 5 — 21

ENTRY TIMES:

5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8 p.m.
The Main Gate closes at 9 p.m.

AGE RANGE:

All ages

ABOUT THIS EVENT:

Step into the magic of the season with Home for the Holidays at Ford House, an enchanting evening of lights, history, and holiday cheer.

Your experience begins with a nearly one-mile walking journey through the beautifully decorated Ford House grounds. Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking yet gracefully subtle light displays, reflecting Eleanor Ford’s signature style of understated elegance. From twinkling willow trees to softly illuminated gardens, the ambiance is designed to inspire wonder without being overwhelming. Please note: While much of the path is paved, some portions include gravel and natural ground. Shuttle service is not provided.

Inside the Main Residence, you’ll take a self-guided stroll through rooms adorned with sophisticated, historically inspired holiday décor, much like how Eleanor Ford might have decorated her home—elegant, timeless, and beautifully restrained.

And of course, Santa Claus will be making nightly appearances! Stop by for a festive photo op to capture the moment.

Warm up with a complimentary hot chocolate at the concessions tent, and for the adults, add a little extra cheer with a spiked option available for purchase.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• A nearly one-mile outdoor walking experience featuring elegant, subtle light displays in keeping with Eleanor Ford’s understated style.
• Self-paced exploration of the Main Residence, decorated with understated holiday charm.
• A festive Santa Claus visit and photo opportunity.
• A complimentary hot chocolate (with spiked options available for adults).

Bundle up, bring your holiday spirit, and experience the warmth and beauty of Ford House this holiday season!

ADMISSION:

• Friend of Ford House Adult: TBA
• Friend of Ford House Child (age 3-12): TBA
• Public Adult: TBA
• Public Child (age 3-12): TBA
• Child (age 0-2): Free, does not include a complimentary hot chocolate

Accessibility Information:

At Ford House, we are committed to ensuring all guests can enjoy our events. If you have any questions or need additional information about accessibility before booking your tickets, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222, and we’ll be happy to assist you.

For more details about our accessibility features, please visit our General Accessibility Information Page.

• Ford House is a National Historic Landmark and 501c3 not-for-profit. Please respect the historic nature of the property, including our grounds and trees.
• As this is a walking experience, shuttle service is unavailable during this event.
• Concessions are available on the walk. Please visit the Concessions tent for drinks, snacks, and other goodies.
• Dogs are not permitted on the grounds during Home for the Holidays at Ford House.
• Children must remain with parents/guardians at all times.
• Friends walks are available until 3 p.m. on Home for the Holidays at Ford House dates. All guests after 3 p.m. must have a ticket for Home for the Holidays at Ford House.

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