We’ve got fewer events than usual on this week’s list (probably since everyone is still getting into the flow of the new year after the holidays). But the events we’ve included are really special.
Highlights include the largest free winter festival in the US, skiing and dog sledding in the UP, a rare opportunity to trek through Mackinac Island in the wintertime, and more.
As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event you want me to highlight, send me a note here (please send suggestions at least one week before the event).
West Michigan
1. World of Winter Opening Weekend
Jan. 9 – March 1
Downtown Grand Rapids
Jan. 9 – 10
DeVos Place (303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids)
3. Grand Rapids Remodeling & New Home Show
Jan. 9 – 11
DeVos Place (303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids)
4. Winter Wheat Music Festival
Saturday, Jan. 10, 2-11 p.m.
The Intersection (133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave. SW, Grand Rapids)
5. Grand Mere State Park Volunteer Stewardship Workday
Saturday, Jan. 10, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
7337 Thornton Drive, Stevensville
Northern Michigan/UP
6. Tahquamenon Country Sled Dog Race
Jan. 10-11
Muskallonge State Park (29881 County Road 407, Newberry)
Saturday, Jan. 10
213 S Marquette St., Ironwood
Saturday, Jan. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Northern Power Race Park (2201 Valley Road, Mancelona)
Saturday, Jan. 10, 12-6 p.m.
Antrim and Charlevoix Counties
Saturday, Jan. 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Mackinac Island State Park
Mid/South Michigan
11. Winterfest Brewery Collectibles Show
Saturday, Jan. 10, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
990 Flint Street, Frankenmuth
Southeast Michigan/Thumb
12. Ultimate Fishing Show – Detroit
Jan. 8-11
Suburban Collection Showplace (46100 Grand River Ave., Novi)
