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Embrace winter with these 5 free events!

Enjoy these events in Metro Detroit and beyond

Ice Sculpture at Zehnder’s Snowfest (Frankenmuth)

Plymouth Ice Festival

  • Jan. 31 - Feb. 2.
  • Downtown Plymouth.

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The 43rd Annual Plymouth Ice Festival is this weekend in downtown Plymouth. You can see over 70 ice sculptures throughout the city and enjoy their popular 100-foot tubing run. There will also be a petting farm, festival food, nightly entertainment, and more! The event is free and fun for all ages.

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Winter Blast

  • Jan. 31 - Feb. 2.
  • Downtown Royal Oak.

This weekend, Winter Blast returns to Downtown Royal Oak, offering free winter fun for the entire family! Located in the heart of downtown, attendees can enjoy live music, ice sculptures, a medieval-themed village, a zip line, a kids' adventure zone, food trucks, free ice skating, family activities, and much more!

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Winter at Valade

  • Every weekend from Jan. 10 - Feb. 23.
  • Robert C. Valade Park.

The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is thrilled to invite you to enjoy the winter season with them! Winter at Valade is back! From January through February, you can look forward to oversized fire pits, sledding, games, delicious drinks, tasty food, and a variety of activities and free events for all ages.

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Zehnder’s Snowfest in Frankenmuth

  • Jan. 29 - Feb. 2.
  • Frankenmuth.

Zehnder’s Snowfest has been one of the premier snow and ice sculpting events in North America for the past 33 years. Each year, visitors have the opportunity to admire larger-than-life snow sculptures and intricately detailed ice carvings. Additionally, Zehnder’s Snowfest offers entertainment for the whole family, including fireworks, a petting zoo, pony rides, live music, line dancing, and various activities for children.

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Chilly Fest in Port Huron: Alpena Ice Festival

  • Feb. 7-8.
  • Downtown Port Huron.

Chilly Fest returns the second weekend of February! Check out the most enjoyable winter chili party you’ll ever experience! Explore Downtown Port Huron while enjoying outdoor activities such as ice sculptures, a s’mores station, carriage rides, a chili competition, a kids' zone, a cornhole tournament, the new penguin race, and much more!

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About the Author
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Laura is Local 4's Special Event Producer and author of the Go Guide. She has expertise in experiential, corporate and immersive event production, and loves supporting Detroit's vibrant art and culture scene.

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