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:

29th Annual Polar Fest Plunge

1:00 PM
Location: Little Detroit Lake (By Lakeside)
Chill for the Children' of Boys & Girls Club of Detroit Lakes in the 29th Annual Polar Fest Plunge. Get ready to freeze, have some fun, and make a BIG SPLASH in the lives of local youth! As always, there is a new twist on the frozen fun had at this family event. Efforts from this event directly support the club's mission and the hundreds of youth who have a safe and fun place to grow academically, socially and civically. Register TODAY by clicking on "More Information" as an individual or team!

Polar Pete Market Place
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Bucks Mill Brewing
Polar Pete's Market at Bucks Mill Brewing is a great place to grab a beverage and shop before the Polar Fest Plunge! Browse and shop local artists and makers to find local honey, fresh sourdough, hot sauces, handcrafted caramels and pecans, original artwork, gluten-free cupcakes - and MUCH more!

Polar Fest Art Show
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
The Historic Holmes Theatre will be hosting a Poler Fest art show in the Foltz trucking lounge from February 10th to the 22nd. These are dazzling examples of art done by local members of our Holmes Artist Collective. Works will be for sale, and there will be a closing reception on February 22nd. Gallery hours are as follows: Monday-Friday open 9am-5pm Saturday-Sunday open 1pm-8pm Closing reception on February 22nd is from 1-2:30 in the Foltz trucking lounge. Snacks will be provided, and is open to the public!

Date Night on the Ice
5 PM - 11 AM
Location: On Detroit Lake
Take advantage of this unique destination for your next date! Double dates are welcome, too. Stay for a few hours, or stay overnight it's up to you! You don't even need fishing equipment. All couples will also get access to discounted rental equipment.

Polar Fest Frozen Fireworks
7 PM or Dusk
Location: On Little Detroit Lake just off of West Lake Drive next to the City Beach
This year, the Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Frozen Fireworks show is back and better than ever! Be on time for parking and a great viewing spot.

The Great Polar Hunt
All Day
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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