It’s the most enchanting evening of your holiday season.
Picture yourself inside a glittering snow globe for an evening that simply sparkles. At our elegant new Holiday Soiree, guests will experience Meadow Brook at its most merry with an enchanted evening of eating, drinking, dancing and frivolity.
Enter the historic mansion to the festive sounds of live carolers, setting the tone for an evening to remember. Holiday Soiree includes a delectable strolling dinner with chef-attended stations and a full signature bar. In our two-story Gothic-inspired Ballroom, you’ll waltz your way through a live musical performance by Detroit-area crooner Ben Sharkey and a five-piece band. Stroll throughout the historic mansion decorated for the holidays and try your fortune for a bottle of fine wine at our Wine Pull, sponsored by Woodberry Wine.
This exclusive evening offers the chance to enjoy the sights, sounds and magic of the holidays in an intimate and even glamorous atmosphere. From flickering firelight to moments under the mistletoe, Holiday Soiree will be the merriest night of your most sparkling season.
Holiday Soiree tickets must be booked online in advance.
Holiday Soiree Details
2026 Event Details:
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026
7 to 10 p.m.
$175 per person | $157.50 for Meadow Brook members
Event Features:
Open Bar
Live Christmas Caroler Performance
Live Musical Performance by Ben Sharkey
Strolling Dinner with chef attended stations
Wine Pull hosted by Woodberry Wine
Complimentary valet parking
Strolling Menu
Passed Hors D’Oeuvres
Carving Station featuring clover honey and orange basted roasted turkey. Oven bronzed cauliflower with Spanish olive oil and sea salt. Artisan rolls and butter.
Mashed Potato Bar featuring sweet potato, Yukon gold potato and purple Peruvian potatoes. Toppings include diced bacon, chives, wild-mushroom demi-glace, roasted corn, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream and brown sugar.
Pasta Station featuring gnocchi with sun dried tomatoes and basil pesto cream, braised beef ravioli with Chianti fortified veal jus, grilled onions, and peas, and a garden salad with Balsamic vinaigrette.
Dessert Station featuring a Yates Donut and Ray’s Ice Cream station.
About Ben Sharkey
Perfectly fusing vintage old school cool and contemporary jazz, soul and pop energy and swagger, Ben Sharkey has enjoyed an extraordinary dual career over the past 10 years.
Since the charismatic vocalist posted his first raw home videos of himself singing Michael Bubleé and Frank Sinatra classics to YouTube in 2007, he has amassed more than five million views worldwide for his 70+ clips – including the professionally shot, James Bond-themed original “What You’ve Given.”
The Michigan native has also become one of the Motor City’s premiere live entertainers, with hundreds of performances at big house venues, such as the Fillmore, Royal Oak Music Theater and Comerica Park, also playing at jazz hotspots, like Cliff Bell’s and a five-year and counting residency at the Axis Lounge at the MGM Grand Detroit.
Try Your Fortune at the Wine Pull
Try your fortune to win a delightful bottle of fine wine at our Wine Pull, sponsored by Woodberry Wine. Choose from a premium assortment of wine, ranging in value from $25 to more than $100. Tickets are $40 each or three for $100 and every pull is guaranteed a bottle of wine. The Wine Pull will take place during Holiday Soiree and is hosted by a certified sommelier. Must be present to win!
A Guide to Holiday Soiree Attire
Guests are encouraged to dress to impress for this occasion. The Holiday Soiree is an elegant evening where you can indulge in sophisticated apparel ranging from cocktail dress to formal wear. Sequins, silks and velvet set the tone and add a glamorous sheen to the evening. Gentleman are encouraged to don their favorite suit. At this 1920s historic mansion, a tuxedo or gown is never out of place.
About The Holidays at Meadow Brook
Pairing indoor sights with outdoor lights, Meadow Brook is Michigan’s most dazzling holiday destination. The Holidays at Meadow Brook feature two unforgettable holiday events that will delight families, couples and people of all ages. By day, our beloved Holiday Walk transports visitors through the historic mansion decked in shimmering splendor, while Winter Wonder Lights transforms the estate at night into a breathtaking light show featuring music, seasonal treats, bonfires and holiday magic.
Enjoy our enchanting collection of special holiday events, including Holiday Soiree, Holiday Tea & Tour, Tannenbaum Teas, Candlelight Tours, Santa Saturdays, Family Nights, Value Nights, and OU Day & Nights. Don’t miss our special Holiday Youth Experiences!
