Bundle up warmly and head on down the road in a Honda Pilot, Passport, or Ridgeline with plenty of space for the family and all the gear to enjoy exciting winter activities in the snow around Ypsilanti, MI. Join the winter festivities at the Snow Much Fun event, experience a spectacular drive-through Christmas light extravaganza, and head outdoors to go snowshoeing, sledding, cross-country skiing, and ice skating in the parks in the area.
1. Snow Much Fun at Rolling Hills Country Park
Take the whole family and join the winter fun and excitement at the yearly Snow Much Fun event at the Rolling Hills County Park Lodge at 7660 Stony Creek Road in Ypsilanti around the end of January from noon to 3 p.m. The festivities include a reindeer toss, ice bowling, sledding, face painting, crafts, a petting zoo, and cups of piping hot chocolate to keep you warm. Remember to take hats and mittens to those in need for the Ypsilanti Clothes Closet.
2. The Wayne County Lightfest in Hines Park
Head to Hines Park at 7651 North Merriman Road in Westland, 15 miles from Ypsilanti, from the middle of November to the end of December for the annual Wayne County Lightfest, the longest drive-through light display in Michigan.
Drive down a four-mile winding road to admire the spectacular Christmas light show created by more than 100,000 colored sparkling lights and uncover nearly 50 dazzling animated presentations around the curves. Lightfest is held on Wednesdays to Sundays between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.
3. Sledding, Cross-Country Skiing, and Snowshoeing
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, the 439-acre Rolling Hills Country Park at 7660 Stony Creek Road in Ypsilanti is ideal in winter. It is the ultimate destination for sledding down the 275 feet hill, the highest sledding hill in Ypsilanti, cross-country skiing on three miles of groomed trails, and snowshoeing to see the breathtaking snowy landscape.
Skis, poles, and boot rentals are available in the park. After braving the outdoors and enjoying the snow, head to the lodge to warm up by the fireplace with a strong cuppa Joe.
4. Outdoor Ice Skating at Buhr Park
Take an eight-mile drive to Ann Arbor to glide over the ice at the Buhr Park Ice Arena at 2751 Packard Road until the end of March. The outdoor arena is under a roof and has vending machines, locker rooms, skate rentals, and skate-sharpening services. Check the Buhr Park website for special daily hockey sessions, fantastic winter skating events, and exciting themed skating fun throughout the winter months.
Have a blast this winter in and around the city, joining the festivities and having fun in the snow. Stop at Fischer Honda today for exceptional customer service, expert maintenance and repairs, and top-quality new and pre-owned vehicles.
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