Monroe Street Midway Winter Activities Return on Nov. 9
Bedrock has announced its plans to reintroduce the winter edition of the Monroe Street Midway. According to Bedrock, there will be a range of holiday-themed activities in Downtown Detroit for the upcoming winter season. This winter event, named “Decked out Detroit’s Winter Season,” will begin on November 7 and extend until January 7.
Winter-centric attractions at Monroe Street Midway
As a special feature of this seasonal celebration, the Monroe Street Midway will offer an array of winter-centric attractions. Guests can look forward to bumper cars with a winter twist, an arctic slide utilizing inner tubes to descend an 80-foot slope, and a puck-putt course where participants can use hockey sticks to navigate a nine-hole setup and score goals.
Additionally, there will be an assortment of food and beverages. This includes a Santa brunch held every Saturday and Sunday throughout December until December 23. Families can enjoy a breakfast buffet with their little ones and even have a meet-and-greet with Santa himself at the Midway from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Free Admission
Admission to Midway is free, along with the thrilling slide, shared studios, puck-putt, and the 1001 Winters experience. Bumper car sessions are available for a fee of $5 each. Arcade games are priced between $0.50 and $3 per play.
In addition to these attractions, there will be an immersive art gallery at the Midway. It will feature murals brought to life by local artists using 3D technology from BrandXR and Electrifly.
At 1001 Winter Wonders, Santa will be available for visits on Thursdays through Sundays, and a sensory-friendly Santa will meet with children on December 2 and December 8.
What else to know
The events will be held at the Monroe Street Midway, conveniently located at 32 Monroe St., Detroit, from November 9 to January 7. Similarly, the 1001 Winter Wonders can be found at 1001 Woodward Ave., Detroit, running from November 16 through December
Get additional details, including daily hours of operation, by visiting DeckedOutDetroit.com.
Michigan Has One of the Best Winter Getaways in the U.S.
It’s never too early to start planning an exciting winter getaway, especially since the most popular winter vacation spots get booked up quickly. The good news, though, is that most people take vacations in the summer, so traveling in the winter can be a bit more relaxing. You are also able to usually find better travel rates during the winter season, except during the holidays. If you don’t have to travel during the holidays, just don’t, because it’s a mess. So, what are the best winter getaways in the U.S.?
I’ve researched some of the most popular winter vacation destinations in hopes of finding the perfect spot. The following list includes not just sunny, warm getaways, but also some areas that people who love snow can enjoy. Honestly, many people who live in a warm climate like to flock to a snowy location for a bit during the winter to get that seasonal experience, even if that seems counter intuitive. Of course, those who live in the northern parts of America love to go to a warm spot and get away from their daily lives filled with snow and ice.
I’m a Michigan girl, so I’m very familiar with the cold and ice in the winter. Not that I like it. Each year, I say I’m going to escape, even if it’s just for a few days, to a warmer location. But, I never do. Maybe this year will be different. Looking at vacation rates, it’s fairly easy to find some good deals, again, if it’s not during the holiday travel season. Read on for some of the bets winter getaways in the U.S., based on my research. What’s your favorite winter vacation spot? Reach out to me on social media here and let me know. Have a fantastic winter, and stay warm.
Best Winter Getaways in the U.S.
Kayla is the midday host on Detroit’s 105.1 The Bounce. She started her career in radio back in 2016 as an intern at another Detroit station and worked her way here. She's made stops in Knoxville, TN, Omaha, Ne and other places before returning to Detroit. She’s done almost everything in radio from promotions to web, creating content on social media, you name it.
She’s a true Michigander, born and raised. So, you can catch her camping or vacationing up north to exploring the downtown Detroit or maybe even catching a sports game. During her free time, Kayla enjoys watching movies, roller-skating, crafting, and music festivals. She and her husband together dip into many of the great things Michigan has to offer. Together they also like to travel.
A few hobbies of hers include wine and beer tastings, crafting, hiking, roller skating, movies, home improvement projects, gardening, and festivals. She’s always looking to take on more local events happening in the community.
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