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Winterfest 2025: Celebrating 30 Years of Snow, Art, and Competition

By Tom Barnas
1/30/2025

Ready to fully embrace winter?

The 30th Annual Lake Geneva Winterfest is here! Home to America’s Snow Sculpting Invitational, this year’s festival marks a special anniversary by welcoming back past champions from across the country for an epic showdown of skill and artistry.

Fifteen sculpting teams will begin their work on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at Riviera Plaza and Flat Iron Park along the scenic shores of Geneva Lake. The competition will culminate on Saturday, Feb. 1.

Beyond the breathtaking snow sculptures, you can also enjoy more winter fun throughout Lake Geneva Winterfest, including the Downtown Ice Sculpture Walk, bonfires on the beach, live entertainment, and even Human Dog Sled Racing!

Best of all—it’s free! Join us for this unforgettable winter celebration.

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