Good morning, Bay City.

Bay City residents dressed in Santa suits and festive costumes for the annual Christmas Crawl along Midland Street last night, enjoying the lively atmosphere at local bars and restaurants.

Attendees without costumes paid $10 at stops + proceeds supported local charities.

Nate + Mary Ida Doan’s Santa House display is set near Veterans Memorial Park for Bay City residents to enjoy holiday traditions.

The festive scene offers families a community highlight during the season.

Mary Ida Doan and her family keep the cherished Santa House near Veterans Memorial Park alive with animatronic elves, a historic train, and $5 photos with Santa; the donation-based attraction welcomes visitors on select weekday and weekend hours until Dec.

22.

Tomorrow, the Historical Museum of Bay County hosts its annual Maker’s Market at 321 Washington Ave from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families can meet Santa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., browse local handmade goods + bid on silent-auction bundles supporting museum programs.

Free Christmas Movie: The Polar Express

1-3 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a festive screening of The Polar Express as part of a Christmas movie series for the community.

Free Christmas Movie: The Grinch

6:30-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a magical evening with a classic holiday film fun for all ages.

Santa Joe's Christmas Movie Marathon

12-8 p.m. — State Theatre — Toy donation for admission — Enjoy a full day of classic Christmas movies benefitting local children in hospitals.

Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus

9 AM - 3 PM — Bavarian Inn Lodge — Ticket price includes taxes and gratuity — Enjoy a delightful breakfast buffet and festive activities with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Paint A Nutcracker Art Event

11:00-11:30 a.m. — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Registration required — Celebrate the holiday spirit by painting your own mini nutcracker with family-friendly fun.

Free Christmas Movie: Miracle on 34th Street

6:30-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a classic holiday film with the community at the historic State Theatre.

Lifesize Fortnite at WIRT

11 a.m.–12 p.m. — Bay County Library System — Registration required — Compete in teams to build the best fort and defend it in a lifesize adaptation of Fortnite.

Noon Year's Eve Countdown Party

11:30 a.m. — Auburn Area Branch Library — Registration required — Celebrate the New Year with cake, dancing, and a cozy countdown to noon while in your pajamas.

NYE Comedy Show at The State Theatre

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre — $25 to $35 — Enjoy a night of laughter with nationally touring headliner Mike Ball and support local causes.

Winter Preschool Storytime

10:15-10:45 a.m. — Auburn Area Branch Library — Registration required — Enjoy engaging stories tailored for preschoolers during this lively session.