Polar Fest
February 7-23, 2025

Welcome to the lakes area where Winter is Cool! Detroit Lakes, Minnesota is home to Polar Fest – a celebration embracing the winter season each February. From outdoor activities to warm dinners, there is something for everyone! 

Sharpen your winter golfing swing with Ice Tee golf. The annual fireworks display starts at dusk at the Detroit Lakes City Beach.

Feel you’ve got your ice fishing technique perfected? You could win big prizes or simply have a blast fishing during the Poles ‘N Holes Fishing Derby!

Check back for the schedule of events with all the fun activities you can wrap your mittens around in February. See the Polar Fest website for details.

Detroit Lakes, where you can embrace winter and have a blast! You’ll have so much fun you may want to extend your stay.