Exciting New Event at Pine Island Winter Fest – Here’s Everything You Need To Know

One piece of winter in Minnesota that no one tells you about before you move here is how isolating the cold months can be.  Daylight Savings makes it feel like we all should call it a night and go to bed at 6:00 pm.  And the negative temps that sometimes show up as "warnings" and "watches" are honestly, a bit scary.  The National Weather Service are telling us that it is so cold out, staying inside is a better option for everyone.  Netflix is now our friend until Spring.

If you have watched everything on Netflix and need a break with real people again, a fun annual event is happening on January 31st in Southeast Minnesota.  The list of activities is pretty extensive!  In other words, there is something on the schedule that everyone will love.  I've got the details below in case you want to check it out.

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Enjoy Loads of Family-Friendly Fun at Pine Island Winter Fest on January 31st, 2026

For over a decade, Pine Island, Minnesota has been celebrating its love of winter at their annual celebration - Pine Island Winter Fest.  This year, they have a brand new activity that is sure to be a hit!

Block out January 31st on your calendar and get ready for a full day of winter fun and adventures.  Below is everything you need to know about Pine Island Winter Fest this year:

WHAT: Pine Island Winter Fest

DATE: January 31st, 2026

LIST OF EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES:

Starting Monday, January 26th, 2026

• New event - Medallion Hunt.  New clues will be posted to Facebook starting January 26th

Friday, January 30th, 2026 & Saturday, January 31st, 2026

•  Van Horn Library Book Sale (regular hours)

Saturday, January 31st, 2026

• 10:00 am - Cardboard Sled Race Golf Course - Hole #4, 8th Street SE.
• 10:00 am to 10:00 am Sunday - Miss Angie's Place Activities.  See the full list here.
• 11:00 am to 3:00 pm - Peace by Piece - Winter Fest LEGO sale at Trailhead Grill & Lanes, 416 3rd Ave. NE
• 11:00 am to 2:00 pm - BBQ's Chips, & Beverages.  Free will offering.  Sr. Citizens Center, 109 3rd Street SW
• 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Skate with a cop at the Ice Skating Rink, Trailhead Park
• 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm - SxSE Brewery Pong, Hwy 52 S
• 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Family Bingo, American Legion, 108 1st St SE
• 2:30 pm to Dusk - Snow Golf for all ages at the Golf Course Clubhouse
• 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Luminary Ski Trails & Bonfire at the Golf Course Clubhouse
  • Ski & Snow Shoe Rentals
  • Soup/Chili Feed & Beverages
  • Pick up "Give a Girl a Knife"

• Dusk to 8:00 pm - Douglas Trail Luminary Walk - Trailhead Park to Golf Course and 8th Street SE
• All Day -
  • Groomed Ski/Snowshoe Trails, Pine Island Golf Course - 8th Street SE
  • Ice Skating Rink Open All Day - Trailhead Park

Learn more and find updates at the Pine Island Winter Fest 2026 Facebook event page here.

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