Tecumseh's Best Lights on the Block

Get ready for Tecumseh’s Best Lights on the Block Contest, brought to you by the Parks and Recreation department. This free event is open to City of Tecumseh residents so why not nominate your yard or a neighbor you think has beautiful decorations.

Entering the contest is easy. Pick up a form at The Daily Grind, City Hall, AJ Smith Recreation Center, or you may print one.  (Click Here)  Drop off the completed forms at any of the listed locations. You can also submit nominations via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The light displays will be judged on December 16, weather permitting, by the City of Tecumseh Parks and Recreation staff and three winners will be selected.

All nominations must be submitted by Wednesday, December 14. No entries after the deadline will be accepted into the contest. Winners will be notified no later than Tuesday, December 20. Winners will receive a gift from the Tecumseh Parks and Recreation Department.

If you would like additional information regarding “The Best Lights on the Block Contest” contact the Parks and Recreation department at (517) 423-5602 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Friday, December 8th
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Downtown Tecumseh

Many shops open until 9:00 pm! Come shop historic downtown Tecumseh for your last minute holiday items.
Participating merchants may have in store specials of their own, special activities or refreshments.

Pay it forward: Bring a canned good item to donate to the Tecumseh Service Club. Help us “fill two pickup trucks” supplied by Suburban Chevrolet of Clinton with food for those in need for the holidays! Please be sure to bring donation to drop off at the pickup trucks that will be located on the southeast side of Chicago Blvd. 

Click here for a list of participating merchants!

DECEMBER 2016

December 4 - Tecumseh Pops Orchestra & Community Chorus: 4:00 pm
Sounds of the Season
Tickets: TBD

December 9-11 - Tecumseh Players Present: The Christmas Schooner Time: TBD
Tickets: TBD

December 13 - Tecumseh Middle School Choirs: Spread the Cheer 7:00 pm
Tickets: FREE

December 14 - Herrick Park Elementary Music Concert 6:00 & 7:00 pm
Tickets: FREE

December 15 - Patterson Elementary Music Concert 6:00 & 7:00 pm
Tickets: FREE

December 17 - Monroe Street Theater Dance Center: Winter Showcase TBD
Tickets: TBD

December 18 - TCA Big Band & VocalAires Holiday Concert 4:00 pm
Tickets: $10

Call 517-423-6617 for more information.

December 1, 2017
7:00 pm Downtown Tecumseh

Tecumseh's annual Christmas Parade just keeps getting bigger and better every year. Groups, organizations, and families enter floats in the parade and compete for prizes awarded by the Tecumseh Area Chamber of Commerce. Last year, over 60 entries kept the judges busy and delighted the crowds on Chicago Boulevard. This fun filled spectacular event will delight everyone and fill your heart with holiday spirit. You'll want to bring the entire family for this one, because every year, Santa Claus is our guest of honor. That's right kids; Santa Claus arrives with the Christmas Parade!

December 1 & 2, 2017

5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Take the Promenade Candlelight Home Tour and transport yourself to another era. Historic Tecumseh homes, dressed to the hilt for the holidays, are open for your enjoyment. Docents act as your guides as you take in the holiday atmosphere. Room after room is brimming with decorations. Fresh greens scenting the air, familiar holiday carols playing, soft lights adding just the right ambiance.......the Candlelight Home Tour is a charming way to spend a December evening in Tecumseh.