Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you need to stay indoors! There's tons of festivals happening throughout winter in Minnesota. Check this big list of winter festivals in Minnesota for 2026. From festival food, to special events, to fireworks, every community has its own way to celebrate. Maybe you Continue Reading
Mendota Heights Winter Whirl
Head to Mendota Heights for Winter Whirl (formally Frozen Fun Fest) for free ice fishing, a petting zoo, cardboard sled derby, a puzzle competition, craft supply swap and more on February 5th- 8th, 2026! There sure are a lot of fun winter festivals taking place in the Twin Cities. Mendota Heights Winter Whirl at Continue Reading
Kites on Ice Festival in Buffalo
Check out colorful kites at the Kites on Ice Festival in Buffalo! We discovered another winter kite festival, this one taking place near the town of Buffalo. Mark your calendar for the Kites on Ice Festival taking place from 11 am - 3 pm on Saturday, February 14th **For events like this, it's important to check Continue Reading
Hudson Hot Air Affair – Winter Balloon Festival
Hudson Hot Air Affair, the premier winter ballooning event and winter festival in the Midwest, is an annual event. This years theme is "Sky Walkers Return to Rock." We've been going to the Hot Air Affair since 2017. I was looking back at the photos and you can literally watch my son grown up over the Continue Reading
Emagine Winter Kids Series
Looking for something to do with your kids in the winter? Look no further than the Emagine Winter Kids Series! See movies for $3 per ticket plus $5 Magic Packs! UPDATE: As of now it appears this series is NOT returning to Minnesota for 2026. Have you ever been to an Emagine Movie Theatre? There's quite a few Continue Reading
Frostival Winter Festival
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Frostival winter festival in Moorhead on January 31st, 2026! Looking for some winter fun in one of the coldest places around? Look no further than Frostival! Frostival is all about celebrating the “cool” of winter with outdoor events and family-friendly activities and Continue Reading
Bold & Bright 2026 Downtown St. Cloud
Bold & Bright in Downtown St. Cloud is a winter weekend experience for all ages January 30th- February 1st, 2026! I don't know about you, but I just love venturing out of the Twin Cities and visiting smaller cities during their festivals. It's so fun to check out all the special events, try a new restaurant Continue Reading
Bachman’s Winter Events
Head to one of the Bachman's locations for a variety of fun winter events, many are free to attend. Typically when I think of Bachman's, I think of plants! And I love plants! But wow they offer so much more than just plants these days. They have a variety of events going on this winter, with many free to attend. Continue Reading
VinterFest in Scandia
There's no better time to head to Scandia than Vinterfest on January 23rd and 24th, 2026! Have you been to Scandia? Or maybe I should ask if you've even heard of it? Scandia is a small town of Scandinavian heritage, halfway between Stillwater and Taylor's Falls. There's so much to do-- especially during a festival Continue Reading
FREE Fun at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival
The Saint Paul Winter Carnival takes place January 22nd - February 1st, 2026 with tons of free and fun events for the whole family! There's a ton of free fun at the 2026 Saint Paul Winter Carnival. Our top picks focus on the family-friendly events, but there are also events and activities for those 21 and up. You Continue Reading
Ice Box Days in International Falls
Ice Box Days in International Falls has been highlighted by national news as one of the best celebrations of winter. Join in the fun with frozen turkey bowling; the locally invented “smoosh” races; moonlight skiing in Voyageurs National Park; the infamous “Gizzard” runs and much more! There is something about the Continue Reading
World Snow Sculpting Championship in Stillwater
The World Snow Sculpting Championship returns to Stillwater January 2026! Snow sculpting is so impressive, isn't it?! We're excited to see this event return with the 5th annual Winter Snow Sculpting Championship taking place right here in Minnesota. Teams from around the world all travel to Stillwater to create Continue Reading
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