Big Red Balls return to Lansing roundabout to mark start of holiday season

The Big Red Balls have been installed at the roundabout on Michigan Avenue and Washington Square in Downtown Lansing, officially marking the start of the holiday season. The four giant red ornaments with white snowflakes were put in place on Thursday, November 5, following the removal of the Spooky Balls.

This year's installation precedes the placement of the state Christmas Tree in front of the Capitol Building. The event series will continue with the 42nd annual Silver Bells in the City celebration, scheduled for Friday, November 20 from 5 to 9 pm.

The ornaments were previously damaged when hit by a car in December 2018 but have since been repaired and returned to their permanent spot. Their return confirms their status as a mainstay of Lansing's holiday traditions.

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