American International Auto Show

Now thru Jan. 20/DETROIT – At Huntington Place Over 20+ attractions, events, and shows all about vehicles and the ever-growing technology behind them. Something new, this event will include a new indoor EV Experience that affords visitors the chance to immerse themselves in a wide range of electric vehicles. Sitting alongside a professional driver, show-goers will traverse through a serpentine track that includes an acceleration lane stretching more than 300 feet. View iconic vehicles like the Ferrari Modena Spyder California from the hit 1986 film, “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” as well as a “Detroit Through the Decades” showcase of vehicles.  Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and to make reserations, visit https://detroitautoshow.com/

World of Winter

Now thru Mar 2/GRAND RAPIDS – Free outdoor celebration in the downtown area. Various FREE winter-themed programming and events, including (but not limited to) snow yoga, black history, and ice sculpture walking tours, a silent disco, and the community-favorite Human Hungry Hungry Hippos Tournament on Ice. One of the most exciting attractions of the World of Winter Festival is Valent-ICE, where Downtown Grand Rapids is decorated with over 50 ice sculptures, making it the largest gallery of ice art in the state of Michigan. World of Winter features stunning art installations, interactive exhibits and live performances, offering a unique way to embrace the season and enjoy the beauty of winter.All World of Winter events are FREE or low-cost and can be enjoyed by both families and adults. For more information, visit worldofwintergr.com.

Ishpeming Ski Jumping Tournament

Jan. 17-19/ ISHPEMING –  UP Nordic Ski Complex. This event is one stop on both the regional premier Four Hills Tournament, and the U.S. Cup. Ski jumpers from all over the U.S.A. will test their abilities to fly as far as possible with the best style. The Tournament weekend will be complete with tailgating, bonfires, food trucks, beer tent, fireworks and great views of the action on Suicide Hill. There will also be an exciting Nordic combined cross country ski race on the Ishpeming Ski Club, Norman Juhola Trail System during the weekend competition. https://ishskiclub.com/annual-suicide-hill-ski-jump/