Schedule:

February 7, 2024

12:00 p.m - 1:00 p.m: Chilly Challenge Walking Tours at JW Marriott Grand Rapids
Discover Downtown Grand Rapids with our Chilly Challenge – a seven-week walking series. The best part? Get rewarded for perfect attendance.

Event Highlights:
- Themed (1) hour walking tours around Downtown.
- No registration is necessary. Just show up.
- We Walk In All Weather: Rain, shine or snow.
- Explore a Range of Themes
- Participants who complete all seven walks receive a $25 gift certificate, just our way of saying thanks for your dedication.
- Wednesday, February 7 - Grand Rapids’ Most Haunted

February 9, 2024

12:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m: Valent-ICE
Embrace Winter Wonderland with Valent-ICE, a standout attraction in the World of Winter Festival. Explore dozens of beautiful ice sculptures throughout DowntownGR.

Event Highlights:
- 50+ Ice Sculptures throughout Downtown GR
- Free Walking Tours! See our event calendar for more info
- Monroe Center Saturday Street Closure

6:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m: Ice Sculpture Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Cherish winter with Valent-ICE, a highlight of World of Winter. Bundle up and learn more about the dozens of ice sculptures across Downtown Grand Rapids.

Event Highlights:
- One hour walking tour around GR
- We Walk In All Weather
- No Registration Required

February 10, 2024

9:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m: Snowga at 555
Kick off your Saturday with a perfect blend of World of Winter magic, exercise and relaxation with Gazelle Sports.

Event Highlights:
- Yoga led by AM Yoga.
- Training Run and Walk
- Complimentary Hot Beverages from Field & Fire Cafe.

2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m, 4:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m: Ice Sculpture Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Cherish winter with Valent-ICE, a highlight of World of Winter. Bundle up and learn more about the dozens of ice sculptures across Downtown Grand Rapids.

Event Highlights:
- One-hour walking tour around GR
- We Walk In All Weather
- No Registration Required

7:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m: DJ Pop Up at Stargate at Ah-Nab-Awen Park
Dance the night away at our DJ pop-up with an electrifying lightshow. Groove to the rhythm, soak in the warmth of the fire pits and make unforgettable memories under the starry sky. Join us for this one-of-a-kind park party

Event Highlights:
- Local Food Trucks
- DJs Behind Stargate Portal
- Fire Performers

February 11, 2024

12:00 p.m - 1:00 p.m, 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m: Ice Sculpture Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Cherish winter with Valent-ICE, a highlight of World of Winter. Bundle up and learn more about the dozens of ice sculptures across Downtown Grand Rapids.

Event Highlights::
- One-hour walking tour around GR
- We Walk In All Weather
- No Registration Required.

4:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m: Black History Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Take a stroll through Grand Rapids' Black History with our guide, Caroline Cook, and learn about the people, places, events and stories from 1826 to now.

Event Highlights::
- One-hour walking tour around GR
- No Registration is Required
- We Walk In All Weather

February 13, 2024

7:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m: GR Mardi Gras Glow Sidewalk Parade at Grand Rapids Public Museum
Get ready for a night of Mardi Gras magic in Grand Rapids! Dress in your best Mardi Gras gear and join the parade through Downtown Grand Rapids. The celebration peaks at Uccello's with a fantastic dance party immerse yourself in the music and dance the night away with friends, old and new, in true Mardi Gras spirit.

Schedule:
- 7:00 PM:  Swing Dance at the GRPM
- 8:45 PM: Meet in the Museum Lobby
- 9:00 PM: Sidewalk Parade Around GR
- 10:00 PM: Uccello's Dance Party

Event Highlights::
- Start and end the night with dancing
- Mardi-Gras Celebration
- Parade led by a live jazz band

February 14, 2024

12:00 p.m - 1:00 p.m: Chilly Challenge Walking Tours
Discover Downtown Grand Rapids with our Chilly Challenge – a seven-week walking series. The best part? Get rewarded for perfect attendance.

Event Highlights:
- Themed (1) hour walking tours around Downtown.
- No registration is necessary. Just show up.
- We Walk In All Weather: Rain, shine or snow.
- Explore a Range of Themes
- Participants who complete all seven walks receive a $25 gift certificate, just our way of saying thanks for your dedication.
- Wednesday, February 14 - Great Grand Rapids Love Stories

11:00 a.m - 9:00 p.m: Love On Ice at Rosa Parks Circle
Bundle up, we've got your date night plans covered! Enjoy 2-for-1 ice skating with your special person on Valentine’s Day! Plus: Get your initials carved onto our love-themed ice wall and don't forget to strike a pose for a Free professional photo opportunity.

Schedule:
- 11:00 AM: Skating Opens
- 6:00 PM: Ice wall opens for carving and professional photo ops.
- 8:30 PM: Skating closes
- 9:00 PM: Event Ends

Skating Times:
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Event Highlights:
- Low Cost Ice Skating Available All Day
- Free Professional Photo Opportunity
- Custom Ice Carving on our Love Wall

February 17, 2024

11:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m: Paint the Park at Rosa Parks Circle
Help give the ice rink at Rosa Parks Circle a colorful makeover. Join us for a community ice painting party at Rosa Parks Circle. Not in the mood for painting? No problem! Join our street party on Monroe Center.

Schedule:
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Painting ends
- 5:00 PM: Skate on your own designs

Event Highlights:
- Local Food Trucks
- Paint the Ice Rink
- Street Party on Monroe Center
- Interactive Drum Circle
- Skate on Your Masterpiece

February 18, 2024

2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m: Art Installation Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Bundle up and join your guide to learn all about the World of Winter Festival and art installations!

Event Highlights:
- One-hour walking tour around GR
- We Walk In All Weather
- No Registration Required

February 23, 2024

7:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m: DJ Pop Up at Dandelion at Calder Plaza
Get ready to dance the night away inside of our ‘Dandelion’ installation. Groove to the rhythm, soak in the warmth of the fire pits and make unforgettable memories under the starry sky. Join us for this one-of-a-kind party

Event Highlights:
- Local Food Trucks
- Live DJs
- Fire Performers
- Interactive Lite Brite Experience

February 24, 2024

11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m: Great Lakes Snow Snake Competition at Sixth Street Park
Snow Snake is a traditional northern Native American game of sport dating back to over 500 years ago. The game's object is to throw the snow snake the farthest distance along a smooth trough made in the snow. You must make your own snow snake to compete, but practice snakes will be available for all to try.

Schedule:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Registration and Practice Rounds
- 12:00 PM: Competition Begins (Event length varies with participation)
- Competition Ends: Closing Ceremony + Grand Prize + Open Throw

Event Highlights:
- Register On Site
- Craft Your Snow Snake
- Compete for the Grand Prize of $500

February 25, 2024

12:30 p.m - 7:00 p.m: Human Hungry Hippo Tournament at Rosa Parks Circle
Got an appetite for adventure. Dive into the excitement of our Human Hungry Hungry Hippos Tournament on Ice.
Join the fun on the ice, where both family and adult divisions can compete in this single-day extravaganza. Don't miss your chance to snag awesome prizes as you roll and slide your way to victory.

Family Division Schedule:
- 12:30 PM: Registration
- 1:00 PM: Tournament
- 2:00 PM: Championship Round
- 2:15 PM: Awards at Rosa Parks Circle

Adult Division Schedule:
- 2:30 PM: Registration
- 3:00 PM: Group 1
- 4:00 PM: Group 2
- 5:00 PM: Group 3
- 6:00 PM: Championship Round
- 6:30 PM: Awards at Flanagan’s

Event Highlights:
- Local Food Trucks
- Compete for Prizes
- Top World of Winter Event

Click Here For Registration Information

February 26, 2024

6:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m: Black History Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Take a stroll through Grand Rapids' Black History with our guide, Caroline Cook, and learn about the people, places, events and stories from 1826 to now.

Event Highlights:
- One-hour walking tour around GR
- No Registration is Required
- We Walk In All Weather

February 27, 2024

6:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m: Art Installation Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Bundle up and join your guide to learn all about the World of Winter Festival and art installations!

Event Highlights:
- One-hour walking tour around GR
- We Walk In All Weather
- No Registration Required

March 2, 2024

5:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m: Circus Wonderland
Imagine 'The Greatest Showman' minus the musical numbers.
Experience stilt walkers, LED performers, fire performers and aerialists from the Grand Rapids Entertainment Group, all happening near our featured international installation, ‘Dandelion’. It's an event you can't afford to miss, complete with food trucks, games, and more. Join the circus and come on down!

Event Highlights:
Local Food Trucks
Interactive Lite Brite Experience
Experience Circus Entertainment
Warm-up Area

March 3, 2024

1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m: Soundbath #2 at Calder Plaza
Ready for pure relaxation? Step into a sound bath – it's like a spa day for your soul. Simply find a comfy spot, and our sound guru will use instruments to create a harmonious environment. Get ready to unwind with this free outdoor sound therapy.

1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m: Art Installation Walking Tour at Rosa Parks Circle
Bundle up and join your guide to learn all about the World of Winter Festival and art installations!

Event Highlights:
- One-hour walking tour around GR
- We Walk In All Weather
- No Registration Required

March 9, 2024

11:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m: Noodle Fest at Calder Plaza
Get ready for Noodle Fest – where chefs battle it out to whip up the tastiest noodle dishes.

Event Highlights:
Noodle Fest Chef Competition
$6 Noodle Bowls
Vote for the best dish
Karaoke for Kids
Come dressed as your favorite noodle dish or get inspired by the Executive Director of the GRAPF, who's going as a bowl of ramen.

March 10, 2024

6:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m: Luminary Light Night Parade at Ah-Nab-Awen Park
March into spring with us at the 2024 World of Winter Festival Closing Celebration. Enjoy live DJ's, a complimentary s'mores station, a parade led by a drumline and our 2024 World of Winter Art Installations!

Schedule:
6:00 PM: Event Starts - DJ K-Bones
7:00 PM: Drumline + Parade Starts + DJ Buck
7:30 PM: Drumline + Parade Ends
8:00 PM: DJ Venus Flyytrap
9:00 PM:    Event Ends

Food Trucks:
Olly’s Donuts, Roasted Red’s, Semifreddo, Tacos Mexico, and Patty Matters

DJS:
K-Bones, DJ Buck, Venus FlyyTrap and Sound by Morgan Haner.

Date: January 12 - March 10, 2024

Location: Various Venues in Grand Rapids, MI 49501

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