Beat the chill this winter in metro Detroit with a variety of festive events that will keep you warm and entertained. From ice skating rinks to car shows, chili cook-offs, and polar plunges, there's something for everyone.
First up is The Rink at Campus Martius Park, named the "No. 1 Best Ice Skating Rink" in the country by USA Today. Open seven days a week through March, this picturesque rink offers hot chocolate in Chalet 313 after skating. Tickets range from $8 to $12.
Next, head to the Detroit Auto Show at Huntington Place, featuring immersive exhibits, hands-on experiences, and interactive displays that go beyond the showroom floor. Family-friendly attractions like ice sculpting demos and a scavenger hunt keep the fun going all day long. Tickets start at $11.04.
The Fire & Ice Festival: Winter at Valade is another must-see event, with its medieval-themed atmosphere, bonfires, turkey legs, and live performances. Don't miss the lighting of the Fire and Ice Tower at 6 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free, although donations are appreciated.
Zehnder's Snowfest in Frankenmuth brings a touch of Bavarian charm to winter, with ice sculptures, live entertainment, a petting farm, fireworks, and children's activities galore. The festivities run from January 28 to February 1, with no cover charge.
Other outdoor events worth exploring include the Plymouth Ice Festival, Southfield Winter Festival, Shiver on the River, Lake Orion Ice Fest, Berkley Winterfest, Rouge Park Winterfest, Polar Plunge, Cupid's Undie Run, Lunar New Year Celebration: Winter at Valade, Waterford Fireworks & Flannels Night Out, 73rd Annual Autorama, and World of Winter.
To wrap up the winter season, head to Hamtramck for the Hamtramck Blowout music festival. With a lineup of local acts yet to be announced, this is one event you won't want to miss.
First up is The Rink at Campus Martius Park, named the "No. 1 Best Ice Skating Rink" in the country by USA Today. Open seven days a week through March, this picturesque rink offers hot chocolate in Chalet 313 after skating. Tickets range from $8 to $12.
Next, head to the Detroit Auto Show at Huntington Place, featuring immersive exhibits, hands-on experiences, and interactive displays that go beyond the showroom floor. Family-friendly attractions like ice sculpting demos and a scavenger hunt keep the fun going all day long. Tickets start at $11.04.
The Fire & Ice Festival: Winter at Valade is another must-see event, with its medieval-themed atmosphere, bonfires, turkey legs, and live performances. Don't miss the lighting of the Fire and Ice Tower at 6 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free, although donations are appreciated.
Zehnder's Snowfest in Frankenmuth brings a touch of Bavarian charm to winter, with ice sculptures, live entertainment, a petting farm, fireworks, and children's activities galore. The festivities run from January 28 to February 1, with no cover charge.
Other outdoor events worth exploring include the Plymouth Ice Festival, Southfield Winter Festival, Shiver on the River, Lake Orion Ice Fest, Berkley Winterfest, Rouge Park Winterfest, Polar Plunge, Cupid's Undie Run, Lunar New Year Celebration: Winter at Valade, Waterford Fireworks & Flannels Night Out, 73rd Annual Autorama, and World of Winter.
To wrap up the winter season, head to Hamtramck for the Hamtramck Blowout music festival. With a lineup of local acts yet to be announced, this is one event you won't want to miss.
️! First of all, who wouldn't love ice skating at The Rink at Campus Martius Park? It's literally the best thing since sliced bread 
! And can we talk about the Detroit Auto Show at Huntington Place? I mean, car shows are my jam 
! But what really gets me is the Fire & Ice Festival: Winter at Valade... it sounds like a real-life winter wonderland 
! I'm definitely adding Zehnder's Snowfest to my bucket list - Frankenmuth sounds like so much fun 
. And, of course, who wouldn't want to participate in a Polar Plunge? That's just crazy cool 
#WinterWonderland #MetroDetroit #FestiveEvents
Like, who needs sunshine when u can have hot chocolate & turkey legs at The Rink @ Campus Martius Park? 
And don't even get me started on the Detroit Auto Show 
, I'm dyin 2 go! 
Metro Detroit is about to get SO lit this winter with all these epic events! I'm talking ice skating rinks, car shows, chili cook-offs, and even polar plunges... what more could u ask for?! 
The Rink at Campus Martius Park is literally the best ice skating rink in the country, btw. And have u heard about the Detroit Auto Show? 
So there's this whole winter thing happening in Metro Detroit and I guess it's kinda lit? 
Like, who needs personal space when you can have polar plunges and car shows, right? 
But seriously, if you're into that sorta thing, The Rink at Campus Martius Park sounds pretty cool, and those hot chocolate prices aren't too shabby. 
On the other hand, I'm still trying to figure out why someone would voluntarily stand in front of a car show for hours, but hey, to each their own, I guess. 
yeah, let's not forget the polar plunges for those crazy thrill seekers! 
. The Rink at Campus Martius Park is a must-visit - I've heard it's super picturesque and they have hot chocolate to warm you up afterwards 
️. And can we talk about the Detroit Auto Show? 
. #WinterWonderland #DetroitEvents #SnowMuchFun
And the Fire & Ice Festival sounds like so much fun! 
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Still, I guess it's cool that there's something for everyone, from ice skating to car shows... I just hope people aren't getting too carried away with the whole festive vibe and losing sight of what really matters 
also i love that some of these events are free but donations r appreciated which is super cool 
. And, yay! No cover charge at Zehnder's Snowfest 
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IT SOUNDS LIKE THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY! ICE SKATING RINKS, CAR SHOWS, CHILI COOK-OFFS... I MEAN WHO DOESN'T LOVE A GOOD CHILI CONTEST?! 
AND POLAR PLUNGES? THAT'S JUST CRAZY COOL! 
WHAT ABOUT YOU GUYS? ANY PLANS FOR FESTIVE FUN THIS WINTER?
gotta try those turkey legs tho lol anyway have u been 2 detroit in wintertime? seems like there r a lot of cool events this year winter at valade is on my bucket list btw anyone know if its gonna snow at the auto show 
idk if im brave enough to do that tho 
what about zehnder's snowfest in frankenmuth tho? i've heard they have like the best turkey legs 
! zehnder's snowfest in Frankenmuth is also on my bucket list, who wouldn't want to visit a bavarian-themed fest with ice sculptures and petting farms? 
At least the chili cook-offs sound decent, but I'd rather just make my own hot sauce at home... and it's free! 
What I'm really curious about is what kinda crazy outfits people are gonna wear to The Fire & Ice Festival: Winter at Valade - medieval-themed, huh? Sounds like a whole lotta cosplay 
I've heard it's gonna be lit 