1-18-2025 12:36am

Golden Valley’s Winterfest Is Saturday, January 25

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Golden Valley’s Winterfest Is Saturday, January 25

Golden Valley’s Winterfest family event is Saturday, January 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at North Wesley Park.

Come out to enjoy all of your wintertime favorites, including sledding, ice skating, hay rides, live DJ music, a bonfire, marshmallows for roasting, and hot chocolate.

The event is free and open to all.

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