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:

Polar Fest Art Show
9:00 AM - 5:00 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!

Polar Putt
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Washington Square Mall
The Washington Square Mall invites you to do your best putt in the comfort of the mall! The annual Polar Putt will give participants a free opportunity to win mall gift certificates and prizes. The coloring event will feature the creativity of area kids and will be will displayed in the mall during the festival!

Polarpalooza Tubing Races
6:30 PM
Location: Detroit Mountain
Join us for a night of tubing and competitive fun at Detroit Mountain! Practice runs from 5 PM to 6:15 PM! Race begins at 6:30 PM! Who: Business teams, families or groups of 4 people! PRIZES: Prizes will be given to top three finishers and best team costume!

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.

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