If you live in southeast Michigan and are looking for a family-fun holiday outing this season, Erwin Orchards in South Lyon Michigan is the place to go. Open 6 pm to 9pm weather permitting, this spectacular light show runs nightly from November 28 through December 28 on Thursday through Sunday nights. They will also be open December 29, 30 and January 1.Bob and I had the pleasure of meeting Bill Erwin at the Great Lakes Expo last week. Erwin Orchards Inc. is a third generation family farm celebrating their 88th year and still "growing". James N. Erwin planted his first tree in 1920. His son Edward and grandson Bill have carried on the business. Bill and wife Linda, along with partner Bill Emery, are now managing the 200 acres of fruit. During the growing season, Erwin Orchards offers pick your own apples, sweet cherries, raspberries and pumpkins.
Bill told us all about his holiday light show and invited us to come for a visit. This past Saturday, we bundled up, grabbed a few blankets and went for a fun-filled tractor-pulled wagon ride through Erwin’s Orchards. All aglow with holiday lights, there are several themes presented throughout the 20 minute ride. Christmas trees, jumping reindeer, a nativity scene, dinosaurs, and a tribute to the USA are just a few of the scenes you will see. Bill Erwin told us it takes about a month to get all the lights ready for this annual event. Bill and his wife Linda are gracious hosts to all, Santa and Mrs. Claus visit with the children, and one of Santa’s reindeer waits patiently outside.
This event is suitable for all ages. The wagon has two steps up and is lined with benches. Bob and I sat on one blanket and put the other over us for additional warmth. After the ride, you can purchase hot and cold apple cider, apple pies and donuts. I had a hot apple cider and absolutely the best cinnamon sugar donut I have ever tasted. The light show fee is $5.00 for children 12 and over, $3.00 for children aged 3 to 11, and age 2 and under ride for free. Group tours are also available at a discount.
Erwin Orchards is located at 61475 Silver Lake Road, South Lyon, Michigan. Here’s a link to their web site: http://www.erwinorchards.com/.
This event is suitable for all ages. The wagon has two steps up and is lined with benches. Bob and I sat on one blanket and put the other over us for additional warmth. After the ride, you can purchase hot and cold apple cider, apple pies and donuts. I had a hot apple cider and absolutely the best cinnamon sugar donut I have ever tasted. The light show fee is $5.00 for children 12 and over, $3.00 for children aged 3 to 11, and age 2 and under ride for free. Group tours are also available at a discount.
Erwin Orchards is located at 61475 Silver Lake Road, South Lyon, Michigan. Here’s a link to their web site: http://www.erwinorchards.com/.
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