Fairmont Lakes Foundation Fishing Tournament

The Fairmont Lakes Foundation organizes fishing contests throughout the year, inviting participants of all ages and skill levels to join in the fun. These contests offer a chance for everyone to enjoy Fairmont’s beautiful lakes while competing for various prizes. It’s a perfect way for the community to connect with nature and each other through a shared love of fishing.

Gomsrud Park – Budd Lake Boat Ramps

Check-in Starts 6:30am | Fishing Starts 7am | Weigh In 1pm

Fairmont Brewing Company

A downtown Fairmont spot where locals and visitors gather for great beer and a relaxed atmosphere. Fairmont Brewing Company offers a variety of craft options, making it an easy stop whether you’re a beer fan or just looking for a place to unwind.

What You’ll Find

  • Craft beer brewed on-site
  • A mix of styles, from light lagers to seasonal favorites
  • Seltzers and rotating selections
  • Comfortable, laid-back taproom
  • Located in downtown Fairmont

Why People Love It

World Snow Celebration

Teams from around the world will travel to Stillwater, Minnesota to create amazing snow sculptures while competing for prize money and the title of the World Champion.

The World Snow Celebration is held annually near downtown Stillwater. At the heart of the celebration is the World Snow Sculpting Championship, which showcases international snow sculpting talent while offering live entertainment, family activities and regional food and beverage experiences. The festival has become a signature celebration of winter artistry and community spirit in Minnesota.

The Minnesota Ice Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable winter experience as The 2025 Minnesota Ice Festival will open to the public at Viking Lakes in Eagan on January 10, 2025, and will run through February 16, 2025. No matter the day or time, guests will immerse themselves in the ultimate, frosty wonderland. At the centerpiece will be the world’s largest ice maze ever constructed, aiming for a Guinness World Record.

Erickson Acres Carriage Company LLC

If you’re looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend time outdoors with people you love, consider taking a Victorian-era carriage ride along the Luce Line Trail. Erickson Acres Carriage Company LLC is now scheduling hour-long carriage rides in Hutchinson, MN and nearby areas to add a touch of yesteryear to weddings, family reunions, anniversary celebrations, family picnics, special dates, or just for something fun to do!

Wolf Family Rendezvous

Bring the whole family together for a fun-filled, wolf-themed weekend! Enjoy private lessons on wolf ecology and guided hikes through the beautiful Superior National Forest. Participate in wolf-themed activities and observe our ambassador wolves in action. Then, attend our What’s for Dinner? program to observe our wolves feeding before you spend the night in the auditorium.

Activities and learning will take place both indoors and outdoors. Please be prepared with appropriate clothing for both.

What's included

Northborn Music Festival

In the summer of 2019, Allison Park was dedicated in the memory of Allison Marvin and the spirit of all the children of the north country. Now, we commemorate the anniversary of the park annually with Northborn Music Festival.

Wintercade Veterans Appreciation Ice Fishing Contest

Wintercade Veterans Appreciation Ice Fishing Contest is a fun, family friendly ice fishing adventure that raises funds for area non-profit, and Veteran groups. Each year, Wintercade is held on the 2nd Saturday in February, on Lake Ripley in Litchfield, MN. The $20 raffle ticket enters you to win many cash prizes, as well as a new custom built 6' x 12' fish house! For those in attendance, we give out door prizes every 5 minutes. Valued at over $7,000, you could win a weekend chartered fishing package on the Lake of the Woods, overnight gambling packages, and much more!

Vermilion Properties

On Lake Vermilion is a collective of the best dining, shopping, boat rentals, and vacation home properties in the surrounding Lake Vermilion area. You’re sure to have an authentic Minnesota experience here with us.

Rochester Minnesota Convention & Visitors Bureau

Home to Mayo Clinic and located in the United States’ Upper Midwest region, Minnesota’s Rochester is a thriving city of just over 100,000. Consistently rated as one of the best cities to live in the U.S., Rochester is also a welcoming destination for visitors.