WHAT

Valentine’s Day celebrations focus on Downtown Grand Rapids for families, couples, and those still looking for their “someone special”. The cold weather enhances the 2nd annual Valent-ICE festival where more than 25 ice sculptures and a 3,000 lb. ice masterpiece will adorn Downtown and Rosa Parks Circle. The event is free and open to the public.

WHEN

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015

12:00 PM

  • Ice Sculptures on Display
  • More than 25 ice sculptures
  • Shopping promotions at local retailers

7:00 PM

  • 80’s on ICE
  • Heated outdoor tent
  • Costume contest with a $100 gift card prize
  • “AB” spinning the tracks
  • Free hot chocolate courtesy of the Salvation Army
  • Free photo booth photographs by TapSnap

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2015

12:00 PM

  • Family Ice Day and Live Carving
  • Heated outdoor tent
  • Live ice carving to reveal the Voters’ Choice sculpture
  • Free ice skating for children 17 and under
  • Free hot chocolate courtesy of the Salvation Army
  • Activities and prizes by ArtPrize, LaughFest, Sissy’s Sweet Shoppe, and The Geek Group

6:00 PM

  • Free photography portraits
  • Free professional photographs by the 3,000 lb. ice masterpiece

WHERE

Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center St. NW, Downtown Grand Rapids