Grand Rapids, Michigan - Outside Winter Attractions(2021)

A view of the famous Blue Bridge in Grand Rapids, Michigan

With everything going on in the world right now, it may seem difficult to leave your home and enjoy yourself this Winter. However, if you're able to, here are some events and things to do in Grand Rapids, Michigan this Winter (2021).

1. World of Winter (Downtown GR) - Click HERE for more details

World of Winter features a handful of events and things to do:

• Artwork
• Ice Sculptures
• Performances
• Food & Drink
• Music

When: January 15th - 28th
​Where: Downtown Grand Rapids, MI

Hybycozo's will be featured at Ah-Nab-Awen Park

2. Ice Skating (Rosa Parks Circle) - Click HERE for more details

Rosa Parks Circle opened their ice skating rink in December for the public to enjoy. Because of the pandemic, please be sure to follow the new COVID-19 guidelines in the link above... Hopefully you don't fall as much as I did. Enjoy!

The area surrounding the ice skating rink at Rosa Parks Circle is lit up and decorated nicely. Enjoy walking around the city while it looks festive.

When: December 18th - February 21st (weather permitting)
​Where: Rosa Parks Circle

People ice skating at Rosa Parks Circle

3. Winter Walks (Frederik Meijer Gardens) - Click HERE for more details

Join Meijer Gardens on one of their Winter walks: Sights & Sounds with Sculptures and Shapes & Motions with Trees. Get moving while learning about the garden surroundings. Contact the front desk to find out which walk is happening each day.

Also, join Meijer Gardens for Winter Family Day on February 13th!

• Ice Sculptures
• Hot Chocolate
• Interactive Exploration

​When: January & February (Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays)
Where: Frederik Meijer Gardens

Winter at Frederik Meijer Gardens

Because of COVID-19 there isn't as much of a selection this Winter compared to other years. Beyond these 3 Winter events in Grand Rapids, Michigan, there are nearby ski resorts, trials and festive decorations to explore.

​Some of those attractions include but are not limited to: 

• Cannonsburg Ski Area
• Blandford Nature Center
• Bittersweet Resort
• Sledding: Belknap Park, Richmond Park, Johnson park
• Explore: Blue Bridge, La Grande Vitese, Downtown Decorations, River Walk, Ah-Nab Awen Park

Cannonsburg Ski Area during the Winter

Thanks for reading!