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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour: The Chilly Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 7th Annual Chilly Challenge—a 7-week walking series that explores Downtown Grand Rapids like never before! Each week\, enjoy a 60-minute guided walk with local expert Caroline Cook\, uncovering hidden gems\, history and culture. \n  \nWalk Schedule: \n\nJan 9 at 12:00 pm | Lapping the Landmarks\nJan 16 at 12:00 pm | Art For All\nJan 23 at 12:00 pm | World of Winter\nJan 30 at 12:00 pm | Grand Rapids Most Haunted\nFeb 6 at 12:00 pm | Miles and Miles of Murals\nFeb 13 at 12:00 pm | Park to Park to Park 1\nFeb 20 at 12:00 pm| Park to Park to Park 2\n\n  \nWhat to Expect: \n\nSeven Themed Walks: Every Thursday at 12:00 PM\, Jan 9–Feb 20\nExpert Guide: Caroline Cook shares fascinating stories of the city.\nMeet New People: Get outdoors\, stay active\, and connect with fellow explorers.\n$25 Gift Card: Complete all 7 walks and earn a gift card to a Downtown business of your choice!\n\n  \n\n\nHow to Participate: \n\nNo RSVP required! – Just show up at the JW Marriott lobby (near Starbucks) at noon.\nComplete all 7 walks to earn your $25 gift card!
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/guided-walking-tour-the-chilly-challenge-6/
LOCATION:JW Marriott\, 235 Louis St NW\, grand rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:KOAN Sound at ChronoHarp
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars at the ChronoHarp art installation! Experience electrifying DJ sets\, mouthwatering food trucks and a show-stopping performance by our headliner\, KOAN Sound. Schedule Coming Soon! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nDJ Performances: Dance to high-energy sets from 4 talented DJs throughout the night.\nInternational Art Installation: Immerse yourself in the stunning visual experience of ChronoHarp.\nHeadliner: Don’t miss the mind-blowing performance by our headliner\, KOAN Sound.\nFunktion One Official Sound System: Unmatched audio clarity and powerful bass!\n\n  \nFood Trucks: \n\nShnack Trap\, Los Pinches Tacos\, Dolce Mini Cakes\, Casa De Los Abuelos and Pizza MI.\n\n  \nCome for the beats\, stay for the experience!
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/koan-sound-at-chronoharp/
LOCATION:Calder Plaza\, 320 Ottawa Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music/Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.":MAILTO:info@downtowngr.org
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Snow Snake Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Snow Snake Competition! Snow Snake is a traditional northern Native American game. The snake that is thrown the farthest down a snow trough wins.  \nYOU MUST MAKE YOUR OWN SNAKE TO COMPETE.  \nPractice snakes will be available for all to try. Compete for the grand prize of $500.  \n  \nBRACKETS:  \n\nCompete in one of the categories based on age and gender: \n0-5 years old \n6-12 years old \n13-19 years old \n20-34 years old \n35-54 years old \n55+ years old \n\n  \nWHAT TO EXPECT:  \n\nBuild Your Snake: You must make your own snake to compete \n\n\nThrow Your Snake: Each competitor gets to throw their snow snake – the goal is to throw it the farthest! \n\n  \nSCHEDULE:  \n\n11:00 AM Registration & Practice Rounds\n12:00 PM Competition begins. Event and times depend on the number of participants. Winners and prizes will be announced after all the brackets have completed competition. \n\n  \nADDITIONAL INFO:  \n\nRegistration is free at the beginning of the event – arrive early to sign up and practice! \n\n\nFamily-friendly and fun for all ages! \n\n  \nPRIZES:  \n\nBracket Victory: $50 \nGrand Prize $500 \n\n  \n 
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/great-lakes-snow-snake-competition/
LOCATION:Sixth Street Park\, 647 Monroe Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians":MAILTO:https://www.grandriverbands.com/
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SUMMARY:Human Hungry Hippo Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Gather your team and get ready to compete in this wacky\, action-packed event. Teams of six race across the rink in sleds\, scooping up balls in this hilarious\, fast-paced competition. \n  \nSchedule: \n\nFamily Division: 12:30 PM – 3 PM\nAdult Division: 3:30 PM – 6 PM\n\n  \nWhat to Expect: \n\nFamily & Adult Divisions: Two categories—one for families and one for adults—so everyone can join the fun!\nPrize Bags: Winning teams in each division take home awesome prize bags!\n\n  \nHow To Compete: \nIn this one-of-a-kind competition\, teams of six (each with a “hippo” in a sled) will race across the ice to collect balls—just like the classic board game\, but with a human twist! Register here to compete as a family or adult team. \n  \nFood Trucks: \nDolce Mini Cakes\, Andy’s Munchies and Tamales Mary.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/human-hungry-hungry-hippo-tournament/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food Trucks,On Ice,Wellness
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