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This free sled hockey showcase features youth and adult teams from across the country competing in fast paced adaptive hockey games. Families can watch exciting matchups while learning about inclusive sports and adaptive athletes. Admission is free and games run throughout the weekend.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 6 p.m....
Winter Wonderland is a family friendly outdoor festival with lots of winter fun for kids and parents. Families can enjoy ice carving demonstrations, hayrides, crafts, hikes, a bonfire and an outdoor dance party. Snowman building is planned if weather allows, so dress for the outdoors.
Event cost:Free
Event times:1-4 p.m. Saturday,...
Families can meet live animals and watch feeding time while learning from a nature center interpreter. Kids can explore exhibits and enjoy a relaxed visit with time to hike nearby trails. This program is indoors and outdoors and children must attend with an adult.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 1-2 p.m....
Families can explore more than 70 ice sculptures throughout downtown and enjoy hands on fun like a tubing run and petting farm. Kids will also find food vendors and nightly entertainment spread across the festival area. Dress warmly and plan to walk between activities.
Event cost: Free admission. Some activities...
Fire and Ice Festival is a free winter celebration featuring ice sculpting, live music, circus performers and interactive activities for kids. Families can enjoy scavenger hunts, character meet and greets, curling, sledding and the lighting of a giant ice tower. Food and drinks are available for purchase and free...
Families are invited to tour Shrine Catholic Grade School and meet teachers and administrators during this open house. Parents can ask questions, explore classrooms and learn about the school’s learning environment and community values. RSVP is encouraged.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 12-2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25
The Fire and Ice Festival brings medieval style winter fun to the riverfront with oversized fires, ice carving, live performances and vendors. Families can enjoy food like turkey legs and watch the Fire and Ice Tower light up Saturday evening. Dress for outdoor activities and plan for crowds during...
This community wide day of service honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with hands on volunteer opportunities and free resources for families. Kids and teens can take part in youth activities while families access meals, health screenings and giveaways.
Event cost: Free. No ticket required. Volunteers and community members...
Families can enjoy open ice skating sessions during winter break at Suburban Ice Macomb. This is a casual, kid friendly skate where all ages are welcome and skate rentals are available. Helmets are recommended and sessions may be canceled if attendance is low.
Event cost: $6 admission for all ages....
Enjoy a walk through a glowing tunnel of holiday lights with entertainment, Santa visits and food trucks on select nights. This is an easy, kid friendly outing for families, with hot chocolate available on certain dates. Special activities like live performances and trolley nights happen throughout the season, so...
Enjoy outdoor ice skating at Dodge Park Ice Rink with open skate hours throughout the week and special themed days for kids and families. Families can skate together, attend character days and enjoy sensory friendly skating times designed for a calmer experience. Weather dependent closures are possible and skate...
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a family friendly game day watch party featuring Michigan vs. Texas. Kids eat free and there is face painting, music and plenty of space to cheer together. This is a first come, first served event with no tickets or cover.
Event cost: Free admission, food...
