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MI-UCP Skating to Close the Disability Divide Charity Hockey Event at St. Mary’s Arena
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The Detroit Red Wings Alumni will face the Pucksters, a team of area hockey players each raising money to support MI-UCP’s mission to close the disability divide, supporting Michigan residents with all disabilities. This event is open to the public. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and a...
Enjoy a fun open ice skating event with your family. There will be a fun party vibe featuring popular music and black lights.
Event cost: $8/admission, $4/skate rental
Event time: 7-8:50 p.m. Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024; Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24; Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2025
Skate your mid-winter break away during these special discounted skating sessions. Bounce Zone included with price of admission.
Event cost: $12/admission
Event time: 1-4 p.m. Feb. 17-21, 2025
The Detroit Auto Show returns with interactive exhibits, concept cars and hands-on experiences for all ages. Families can explore indoor tracks, electric vehicle rides and displays from major automotive brands. Strollers are allowed and many exhibits are kid friendly.
Event cost: Tickets required. Prices vary by day and age. Children...
Participants celebrate MLK Jr.’s birthday at the 31st annual walk at West Bloomfield Middle School. This year’s theme is “Continuing the Dream: Building Bridges of Unity.”
Event cost: Free
Event time: 1:45 p.m. Jan. 19, 2025
Enjoy a fun roller skating event featuring Hello Kitty. Bring your camera because photo opps will be available. Admission for skaters includes skate rental and unlimited cheese pizza and soft drinks for one hour and admission for non-skaters includes unlimited cheese pizza and soft drinks.
Event cost: $16/admission for skaters,...
Families can enjoy a superhero-themed ice skating event at the Dodge Park Ice Rink.
Event cost: Free/residents with valid ID, $5/non-residents, $4/skate rental, $5/skate sharpening
Event time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Jan. 11, 2025
Try winter outdoor activities, including snowshoeing, snow painting, downhill sledding or an outdoor winter hike at DNR Outdoor Adventure Center. All activities are subject to weather conditions. This event is held outdoors. Dress for the weather.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 1:30-3 p.m. Jan 4 and 26, 2025
Watch the Harlem Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals in an exciting, trick-filled basketball game.
Event cost: $35-plus
Event time: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Jan. 25, 2025
Families can enjoy a night of skating together at The New Rink. There will also be a prize filled balloon drop.
Event cost: $15/admission, $60/family of 4 (must include an adult); Skate rental extra
Event time: 1-5 p.m. or 6-10 p.m. Dec. 31, 2024
Enjoy the 4th Annual Kwanzaa & Kulture: Community Bowling Day which focuses on Kujichagulia (Self-Determination). Enjoy two hours of bowling, soft drinks and food. T-shirts are limited so order ahead of time.
Event cost: $35/adult, $10/youth, $15/t-shirt
Event time: 1-3 p.m. Dec. 27, 2024
Celebrate Kwanzaa with your family, friends and community with a 5K Fun Run. For all ages and runners. Registration required.
Event cost: $7
Event time: 9-11 a.m. Dec. 26, 2024













