Polar Fest

About the Event

We have a variety of activities going on throughout our festival, so you’re sure to find one you’ll enjoy! From the Polar Fest Plunge to vintage snowmobiles to our famous Frozen Fireworks, there’s something for everyone.

Schedule of Events:

Vern Turner Memorial Bonspiel
4:00 PM (Start)
Location: Lakes Curling Club, 506 US-59, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
The Vern Turner Memorial Bonspiel is a large Annual 3 Day curling tournament that attracts top teams from across the region. The tournament features a very festive atmosphere in the clubhouse that contributes the overall experience of the event. If you've never seen curling or are interested in the sport, come out and watch for a while, even if you're not playing!

Welcome to Polaritaville
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: VFW Post 1676 Detroit Lakes, MN

Daddy's Sweetheart Dance
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location:  Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Yeehaw! A dream come true event for sweethearts (ages 2-12) and their dads, grandfathers, or special friends. Line dance your boots to the Historic Holmes Theatre for a night of music, dancing, food, and activities any cowgirl will love!

Mom & Son Bash
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Becker County Museum
A night for boys 3-12 and their special gal! Bring your mom, grandma, or special friend for games, crafts, food & more!

Live Music Friday
6:30 PM - 9 PM
Location:  Detroit Mountain

Lazer Tubing
6 PM - 9 PM
Location: Detroit Mountain Tubing Hill
Experience the thrill of tubing at night with spectacular lasers and awesome music! Book online ahead of time—tickets sell out fast!

The Great Polar Hunt
February 7th-23rd, 2025
Location:
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Individuals and groups are invited to join the Great Polar Hunt! Find the signs around Detroit Lakes, solve the puzzle and register to win prizes! Participation forms are at the Chamber or call 218-847-9202. Registered participants will be emailed the puzzle at noon on February 7th. The email will contain the puzzle you will need to solve by finding hidden signs around Detroit Lakes and surrounding area. All signs will be at area businesses; driving is required. Find the signs and return the completed puzzle to the Detroit Lakes Chamber Office by 12noon, February 24th, 2025. Each completed puzzle will be entered into a drawing for prize packages filled with goodies and local gift cards! One puzzle per paid registration. Winners be drawn on February 24th at 12noon and notified by phone.

Polartry Poetry Walk
All Day
Location: DL City Park
This event is free and open 24/7! Come out and enjoy our Fourth Annual Polartry Poetry Walk! It's a fun, free public art project with original poetry on display under the beautiful lights in the City Park. Our goal is to celebrate a love of language that inspires and promotes poets of all ages, while also providing outdoor public art that encourages people to get outside and make the most of winter in Minnesota.

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