Winter at The Station Returns to Corktown for Second Year of Holiday Programming

Michigan Central announced that Winter at The Station will return to the train station in Corktown for a second season. It kicks off Friday, Nov. 14, and runs through Sunday, Dec. 28.

The station transforms into a spot for holiday cheer, shopping, and live shows. Most activities are free. Some need tickets.

"Winter at The Station is a place for all to gather and celebrate," said Catherine Kelly, head of brand and communications at Michigan Central, according to WXYZ. "We believe that Winter at The Station will become a part of the city's cultural identity and are working hard to ensure it becomes one of its most cherished holiday traditions."

Last year, more than 55,000 people came. That was the first year for this series at the location.

Live music starts Friday, Nov. 15. Storytime at The Station offers a free reading event where a Detroit Pistons player will read The Old Sleigh by Caldecott honorees Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey to kids.

Shopping hours stretch until 9 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28 and Saturday, Nov. 29 for stores inside the building. Gift-wrapping services will be available during those dates too.

Local kids brand Sammy Whammy's will hold a felt cookie-decorating workshop on Friday, Nov. 28. The same brand hosts a felt train garland workshop on Saturday, Dec. 13.

People can visit michigancentral.com/events for more details and ticket information. The website lists which events need tickets and which are free.

The train station will be decked out for the holidays throughout the series. This creates a gathering space for families and visitors during winter months.

Kelly stressed the goal of making this a yearly tradition. Attendance numbers from last year show strong community interest.

Events include activities for different ages and interests. Families with children can attend reading sessions and craft workshops, while adults might prefer music performances or shopping.

Extended shopping hours on those two November dates give visitors more time to browse stores. The gift-wrapping service makes buying presents easier during the busy season.

Six weeks of programming cover much of the traditional holiday period. The final day falls on Dec. 28, giving attendees multiple weekends to visit.

All events happen at the train station in Corktown. The venue's size allows for multiple activities at once.