The 41st annual Spicer WinterFest is taking place between January 16th – February 8th, 2026 with lots of great events planned!
On Saturday, January 31st, our Family Fun Day will take place from 12-6pm and fireworks will take place starting at 6pm.
Other events this year may include: the Frozen 5K, the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Minnesota, the Lions WinterFest Raffle, and more!
Spicer’s 4th of July Celebration 2026
July 2-5, 2026
Join the fun in Spicer during their 3-Day 4th of July Celebration!
Enjoy a Briggs Motley Arts, Crafts & Gift Show, Grand Day Parade, Street Dance, Fireworks and much more!
Inspired by the poetry of Langston Hughes and Julia Alvarez, Sphinx Virtuosi brings you a program showcasing the beauty and tradition of excellence inherent in classical music created and performed by Black and Latinx composers throughout history, including Sphinx Virtuosi member and competition winner Xavier Foley. (rain date: Sunday, August 18 | 7 p.m.)
Come watch and participate in competitive hockey for all ages. Enjoy a weekend with family and friends on the frozen Fairmont lakes.
Full Concessions Stand will be available Saturday & Sunday. All proceeds go to Fairmont Youth Hockey Program.
Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/hPjpjTPAvGYB65my9
Cold-weather fun abounds when you bundle up the chill-dren for Social-ICE FAM JAM! A free family-friendly time before the last night of Social-ICE, FAM JAM showcases an all-ages celebration of winter.
Downtown Rochester transforms into an icy oasis for Social-ICE! Unique themed bars—each with its own signature drink—and full-scale ice sculptures illuminated with vibrant hues light up the winter-drab night. Keep your blood pumping with nightly live DJ entertainment. This oh-so-nICE, cold-weather event is open to the public.
For family-friendly ice fun, check out Social-ICE FAM JAM.
Spring into Summer at the Steele County Free Fair is a lively community celebration that kicks off the summer season with a weekend full of fun, entertainment, food, and games, bringing together friends, families, and fair fans of all ages. The weekend features something for everyone from competitive and casual activities to tasty eats and spirited fundraisers.
Smokin’ for The Link Rib Fest
Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 2-5pm
Located in the big city parking lot behind The Link
The “Rib Fest” (as it has become affectionately known) is The Link’s premier summer fundraising event. This event makes it possible to help stabilize children, families, and seniors in need.
For the 10th year, a dozen teams will make their way to the City Parking Lot to smoke and grill over 4,000 lbs. of ribs. And pies. So. Many. Delicious. Pies.
Tickets
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Annual festival held to celebrate life in Shoreview, MN. The "Slice", as it has come to be known, takes place over the last weekend of July and incorporates a wide variety of family-oriented activities including a carnival, parade, art and craft fair, food vendors, various displays and demonstrations, talent show, lots of entertainment and of course, Fireworks on Friday and Saturday night.
The Barn Theatre Presents: A Little Piece of Heaven
By Matthew Carlin
Directed by: Kevin Wassenaar
