Detroiters, get ready to celebrate your love for the Motor City this weekend at Motown Magic, a special event happening January 19-21 at Robert C. Valade Park! Motown Magic is part of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s popular Winter at Valade series, featuring family-friendly fun every weekend until February 25th.
Here’s what you can look forward to at Motown Magic:
- Live Music: Groove to the sounds of Theo Gridiron, Chris Canas, and Alise King on Saturday.
- Poetry and Writing Workshops: Share your love for Detroit through words at the “Love Letters to Detroit” workshop and open mic on Friday.
- Local Food Trucks: Satisfy your cravings with Detroit-style pizza from Panzerotti and coneys and hanis from Taste of Motown on Saturday.
- Fun Activities for Kids: Enjoy crafts, bubble parties, face painting, a visit from Turbo the Motor City Cruise mascot, and even a chance to see a real Grand Prix car on Saturday.
- Lions Tailgate Celebration: Gear up for the game on Sunday with give-aways, face painting, games, food from Smokey G’s Smokehouse, and music from DJ ShaeButta.
- And much more! Explore the All Things Marketplace featuring local artists and entrepreneurs, take a Self-Care Sunday stroll, snuggle up by the fire, and enjoy winter activities like curling and sledding.
Motown Magic is FREE and open to the public:
- Friday: 4pm-9pm
- Saturday: Noon-9pm
- Sunday: Noon-7pm
Winter at Valade offers fun for everyone every weekend:
- Giant fires and marshmallow roasters for cozy gatherings
- Hands-on activities and winter games
- Delicious food and drinks from The Shed Bar and Smokey G’s Smokehouse
- Special themed weekends like Mardi Gras at Valade and Lunar New Year
Visit the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy website for more information:
Don’t miss out on Motown Magic and all the winter fun at Valade Park! See you there!