The Grinch Officially Welcomes Winter Wonderland Presented by Michigan First Credit Union to Columbia Street in The District Detroit

It is a magical time in The District Detroit as Columbia Street transforms into a Winter Wonderland and The Grinch is in town to kick off the festivities. Presented by Michigan First Credit Union, this year’s Winter Wonderland will dazzle everyone from the youngest at heart to The Grinch himself with its Candy Land theme. Join us Friday, November 22, when The Grinch visits Columbia Street and makes a special stop at JoJo’s ShakeBAR from 11:00 a.m. to noon to take photos and to create fun for everyone.  If you can’t make it Friday, you can enjoy Winter Wonderland seven days a week now through January 5.  

Columbia Street Winter Wonderland presented by Michigan First Credit Union is free and open to the public. The picturesque, pedestrian-only street will be Candy Land sweet, and everyone is invited to take a stroll, capture a special moment, and shop or dine at one of its incredible small businesses.  

Columbia Street is nestled between the Fox Theatre and Little Caesars Global Headquarters, across from Comerica Park and is home to JoJo’s ShakeBAR, Union Assembly, Sahara, Frita Batidos, Good Cakes and Bakes and Detroit Vs Everybody.

JoJo’s ShakeBAR is located at 88 W. Columbia Street in Detroit. To take pictures with The Grinch, reservations are encouraged. While there, enjoy JoJo’s special menu for the season. For a limited time, you can get The Grinch Shake and enjoy towering, eight-foot nutcrackers, giant ornaments, twinkling string lights, and Christmas trees in every corner. Whether you're catching A Charlie Brown Christmas or The Grinch at the Fox Theatre, or heading to a Red Wings a game, Columbia Street has everything you need to fuel your festive fun.

More fun is to be had at Union Assembly as they bring back “Cocktails & Cable Knits.” Their retro-vibed pop up is happening now on through January 5, 2025, on the second floor. This immersive holiday experience will offer holiday-themed activities, a '50s and '60s vibe with swanky cocktails and holiday-themed food, as well as festive gifts for sale.

Whether it is dining, shopping, or time with friends and family, Columbia Street has something for everyone this holiday season.

Once again 313 Presents is proud to present Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical for nine performances at the Fox Theatre from Wednesday, November 27 through Sunday, December 1 as part of the 2024-25 Fox Theatre Series presented by Comerica Bank. Hailed by The New York Times as “100 times better than any bedtime story,” this classic holiday musical will enchant adults and children alike.

Columbia Street Winter Wonderland is presented by Michigan First Credit Union. Founded in 1926, Michigan First Credit Union has been dedicated to serving the community with financial support and guidance since its inception as Detroit Teachers Credit Union. Today, Michigan First Credit Union serves over 165,000 members.

The District Detroit is the city's world class sports and entertainment district where memories are made.  Managed by Ilitch Companies Olympia Development, The District Detroit offers award-winning restaurants, sports and entertainment venues, residential housing, class A office buildings, hotels and nationally recognized educational institutions.

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