Royal Oak’s Winter Blast is merging into Royal Oak Holidays, a new festival that will span five consecutive weekends, and many attractions will now be free.
Royal Oak Holidays, now in its second year, will run in the downtown area on weekends from Nov. 21-Dec. 21.
While the standalone Winter Blast has concluded, its programming, including zip line rides, carnival attractions and ice sculptures, will continue as part of Royal Oak Holidays.
“We’re taking everything people loved about Winter Blast and supercharging it for one amazing holiday season,” said festival producer Jon Witz. “By merging its favorite features into Royal Oak Holidays and extending the event over multiple weekends, we’re creating a bigger, more accessible celebration that delivers more value, more festive fun and more