Large turnout expected for this weekend’s Winterblast
Though Detroit’s fifth annual Winterblast had to cut back a bit, the event is still expected to be a big draw and a big hit.Excerpt:”This year, based on the economy, we have to do some major
downscaling,” said Jonathan Witz, producer of “Winter Blast”. “But we
can still deliver a great show.”
Ice skating exhibitions, a new “ice slide,” musical acts, ice
sculptures and a family fun zone are among the offerings from Feb. 6-8
in and around Campus Martius Park.
The event first made a big splash during Superbowl weekend in 2006, when a million people showed up for the festivities.
This year, about 200,000 people are expected to attend, Witz said.Read the entire article here.
Though Detroit’s fifth annual Winterblast had to cut back a bit, the event is still expected to be a big draw and a big hit.
Excerpt:
“This year, based on the economy, we have to do some major
downscaling,” said Jonathan Witz, producer of “Winter Blast”. “But we
can still deliver a great show.”
Ice skating exhibitions, a new “ice slide,” musical acts, ice
sculptures and a family fun zone are among the offerings from Feb. 6-8
in and around Campus Martius Park.
The event first made a big splash during Superbowl weekend in 2006, when a million people showed up for the festivities.
This year, about 200,000 people are expected to attend, Witz said.
Read the entire article here.
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