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12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Winter at Valade

Every Saturday & Sunday

Winter at Valade

Every Saturday and Sunday includes: 

  • Sledding with free sleds to borrow in the Sled Shed 
  • Oversized bonfires and marshmallow roasters (lit 12-7 p.m.)
  • Curling 
  • Board Games inside the Shed 
  • Riverfront Ambassadors with free activity pages, hand warmers, and gloves 
  • Drinks and s'mores at the Valade Shed Bar (12-8 p.m.) 
  • Food from Smokey G's (12-7 p.m.)

Polar Power Walk every Sunday 2 p.m.

Join Urban Solace for this upbeat, cardio driven group walk along the Detroit Riverfront with stops for stretching and group movement. Free, registration required (click the calendar listing below).

Special Themed Events

January 10 & 11: Fire and Ice Festival
Medieval themed celebration featuring ice carving, live performers, vendors, games and interactive activities. You won't want to miss the annual lighting of the Ice Tower Saturday night!

February 14: Lunar New Year Celebration Hosted by the Michigan Taiwanese American Organization
Live performances, crafts, activities, food vendors and more!

Fire & Ice Festival

Join us for this medieval themed celebration as we kick off a new season of Winter at Valade!

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Polar Power Walk

Every Sunday at Valade Park, join Urban Solace for an invigorating power walk on the Detroit Riverfront

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Lunar New Year Celebration

Join us for a Lunar New Year event hosted by the Michigan Taiwanese American Association

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Related Attractions

Cafe at Valade & Shed Bar

Cafe at Valade, featuring Smokey G's Smokehouse is your go-to destination for delicious smoked BBQ in Detroit! The Shed Bar serves up a variety of libations with a full bar and drink specials throughout the seasons.

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