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Celebrating 25 Years of WinterFest in Crosslake!

Bundle up and join us for 25 years of good old-fashioned winter fun at Crosslake WinterFest! This beloved winter tradition brings families, friends, and visitors together for three days of festivities throughout Crosslake, Minnesota.

From outdoor winter adventures to cozy indoor activities, WinterFest offers something for all ages to enjoy. Explore community events, embrace the Minnesota winter, and make memories Up North as we celebrate 25 years of WinterFest!

2027 WinterFest Gear 

2027 WinterFest Sweatshirts – On Sale by Thanksgiving 2026!

Official WinterFest Wristbands – Available January 29, 2027!

Get your official WinterFest wristband and enjoy exclusive deals and discounts at participating Crosslake businesses on February 5–6, 2027! It's a great way to support local businesses, save on shopping, dining, and more, and make the most of WinterFest weekend.

Wristbands go on sale January 29, 2027. Stay tuned for pricing, purchase locations, and a complete list of participating businesses and special offers!

EVENTS (may be subject to change)

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2027

• 9AM // Find the Lost Medallion First of three daily clues released at local merchants, on the Crosslake App, and here! Find the Lost Medallion and cash in on a prize package courtesy of Chamber member businesses!
• 6-8PM // Loons & Lakes Trivia hosted by WAPOA, and the National Loon Center. Free to play.  Bring lead tackle for points toward prizes (UpNorth Social 35494 CR 3)
• 8PM // Trivia (Moonlite Bay 37627 CR 66)

 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2027

• 9AM // Find the Lost Medallion 2nd clue released 
• 3:30-5:30PM // Cabin Fever 2024/25 Enrollment Kickoff (Crosslake Community School 35808 CR 66)
  •  Free, Fun, Family event to kick-off 2027 enrollment!  Public welcome!
• 4:30-6:30PM // Horse Races and Meat Raffle (Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion 35112 CR 3)
• 5:30-7:30PM // Celebrate WinterFest! (Crosslake Community Center 14126 Daggett Pine Road) 
  • Outdoor Family Fun with prizes! Chuck-a-Puck, Sledding, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Scavenger Hunt, Bonfires, Smore's, Cocoa & Cider, Chili, and more
• 10PM-Close // Dance with DJ's JP and Dana (Moonlite Bay 37627 CR 66)

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2027

• 10AM-2PM // Open House & Tours (Northern MN Railroad Trackers 36184 CR 66) 
• 10AM-3PM // WinterFest Craft & Vendor Show (The Gathering Event Center 34212 CR 3)
• 11AM // WinterFest Brunch & Bingo - register online  (Manhattans 39051 CR 66)
  • Doors open at 11 am / Bingo at noon
• 11AM-1PM // Kids WinterFest Tote Decorating (Moonlite Bay 37627 CR 66)
• 12PM // SOUPFEST
  • Soup samples served at participating businesses throughout Crosslake.
  • Download the Crosslake App and vote for your favorite soup by 3pm.
• 12-2PM // Italian Olympics (Maucieri's 36450 CR 3)
• 12-3PM // Bonfire & Smores & Hot Cocoa, Color a T-shirt, Coloring Contest (weather permitting)  (US Army Corps of Engineers/Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway 35507 CR 66)
• 1-4PM // Ideal Snow Pros Radar Runs on the Bay weather permitting (Moonlite Bay 37627 CR 66)
• 1:30-4PM // Bingo Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion 35112 CR 3)
• 4:30-6PM // Surf & Turf Raffle (Andy's Bar & Grill 35453 CR 3) 
• 10PM-Close // Dance with DJs JP and Dana (Moonlite Bay 37627 CR 66)

Follow the Crosslake Chamber on Facebook & Instagram for Event Updates!

WinterFest Committee
The Crosslake Chamber extends a sincere thanks to the 2027 WinterFest Chairperson Jessica Eide, Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar, and Committee Members: Dawn Maucieri, Maucieri's Italian Bistro; Heather Jones, Pine View Child Care and Learning Center; Pat Netko, Crosslaker;  Marlene Mingo, Crosslake Chamber Volunteer; Jackie Wipper, Squirrelly Mama; TJ Gaumann, Crosslake Park & Rec Director; and Brittany Davis & Cindy Myogeto, Crosslake Chamber.