Join us for the Grumpy Old Men Festival 2025

Schedule of Events:

Grumpy Market
Wabasha Wabasha, MN, United States
Be a part of the 2nd Annual Grumpy Market Friday, February 21, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. AND Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. in Wabasha, Minn.! Vendors are responsible for bringing their own tents, tables, chairs, heat (there will be fire pits in the outdoor area) etc. There is no guaranteed power available for the Vendor Market. The event will take place over the period of TWO days in THREE locations this year: Inside the Glander Building, 128 Second Street – right next door to the Transfer Building where the live entertainment will be all weekend, inside the Anderson House Hotel, 333 Main Street West, and outside at the Transfer Building (outdoor concessions will also be here all weekend) We reserve the right to deny sale of any questionable items and we reserve the right to relocate vendors. All vendors must include a form ST19 (Operator Certificate of Compliance) with their registration. Registration and payment must be made online. Registrations will be accepted until the event is full. Set up begins at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, February 21 (set up may be available at a different time by appointment only). Only one independent sales vendor will be allowed per company.

32nd Annual Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Ice Fishing Tournament
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Parkside Marina 3rd Street West, Wabasha, Minnesota, United States
Channel your inner grumpy old man during the 2025 32nd Annual Grumpy Old Men Ice Fishing Tournament! Stay tuned for more details to come! Registration: 8:00am – 9:30amTournament: 10:00am – 2:00pmAwards and fishing tournament raffle drawings: 2:30pm

Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Concessions
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Transfer Building 128 2nd Street W, Wabasha, MN, United States
32nd Annual Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Concessions Warm up with delicious food and drinks at the Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival! Join us on February 21-22 for a variety of tasty concessions as we celebrate the season with fun, food, and community spirit. Whether you're enjoying the ice fishing contest, the music, or any of the festival's many activities, our concessions have something for everyone! Don't miss out on this delicious winter tradition!

Busch Light Curling at Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Izaak Walton Park 5th Grant Boulevard, Wabasha, MN, United States
Busch Light Curling is teaming up with the Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce & CVB & the Grumpy Old Men Festival once again for their second annual: Busch Light Curling Tournament!!! Planning is in the works, stay tuned for details but in the meantime...MARK. YOUR. CALENDARS!!

Ragetti's Spaghetti Dinner
11:00 AM
Historic Anderson House Hotel 333 Main St W, Wabasha, MN, United States
Get Ready for a Spaghetti-Packed Day of Fun! Join us for the Grumpy Old Men Ragetti's Spaghetti Dinner at the Historic Anderson House Hotel on Saturday, February 22, 2025! Channel your inner Ragetti and dive into a delicious spaghetti dinner served in one of Minnesota's fastest growing iconic spots. Enjoy hearty plates of pasta, mouthwatering garlic bread, and great company, all while celebrating Wabasha's most famous "grumpy old men." What's on the Menu:Spaghetti with Ragetti's signature sauceFresh garlic breadDelightful dessert optionsFull bar available Whether you're a fan of the movie or just a lover of good food, this is a night you won't want to miss! Bring your friends, your appetite, and get ready for a weekend full of laughs and local legends. Don't miss out—this dinner will have you saying, "Holy moly, Ragetti!"

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Ice Camping
Izaak Walton Park 5th Grant Boulevard, Wabasha, MN, United States
Brave the cold and join us for Ice Camping in Wabasha! Big River offers showers, electric and sewer (no water) Ike's Park First come, first serve for spots. Ice (provided that the ice is thick enough) and parking lot spaces available. No power or sanitation available at Ike's Park.

Northwoods Hot Dish Luncheon & Buffalo Plaid Craft Fair
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
United Church of Christ 2nd Street West, Wabasha, MN, United States
Join the Wabasha United Church of Christ (UCC) for their 18th Annual Northwoods Hotdish Luncheon & Craft Fair with from 11am-2pm. There will be over 25 hotdishes plus dinner rolls, pickles, bunt cakes and beverages.Admission is $15.

St. Felix Bingo & Lunch
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
St. Felix & St. Agnes Catholic Parishes 3rd Street West, Wabasha, Minnesota, United States
Join St. Felix for their Annual Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Lunch & Bingo! We're thrilled to invite you to one of the most anticipated events of the year! St. Felix is hosting their Annual Lunch & Bingo during the 31st Annual Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival, and we can't wait to share in the fun! Enjoy a delicious lunch followed by rounds of exciting bingo—all while catching up with friends and neighbors. It's an event everyone looks forward to year after year!

Flannel & Frost With the Riverboat Days Queens
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Heritage Park Main Street West, Wabasha, MN, United States
Join the Wabasha Riverboat Days Queens for their 3rd annual Flannel & Frost Party!! Stop in at Heritage Park to see the Queens, get 'frosted' with tiaras, crowns, and ice rings, enjoy a gourmet s'mores, hot chocolate and carriage rides with Cinderella Carriages!

Bill Hanson Memorial Cribbage Tournament
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
VFW-Burkhardt-Roemer Post 4086 2nd Street East, Wabasha, MN, United States
Third Annual Bill Hanson Memorial Cribbage Tournament

Beer Belly Sports LIVE in Wabasha
1:00 PM
Transfer Building 128 2nd Street W, Wabasha, MN, United States
LIVE Podcast Event at the Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival! Join the crew from Beer Belly Sports – the Semi-Pro of Sports Talk – as they bring their hilarious, no-holds-barred sports banter to the 32nd Annual Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival! It's like sitting at the bar with a cold one, talking sports with your grumpiest (and funniest) buddies. Whether you're a die-hard Minnesota sports fan or just love a good laugh, don't miss your chance to catch these guys live at the Transfer Building! Meet the hosts, enjoy the banter, and dive into all the sports talk with the right amount of grumpiness. Grab a drink from the bar, pull up a chair, and join the grumpy fun!

Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Party at the Pioneer Club
2:00 PM
Pioneer Supper Club 657th Street, Wabasha, MN, United States
Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Party at Pioneer Club! Join the Pioneer Club for an epic day of fun! They are lighting up the night with a bonfire, ice-cold drinks, and good vibes all around! -Music to keep you dancing-Booze to keep you warm-Games for a little friendly competition-Bonfire to gather around with friends Bring your crew and celebrate the Winter Festival season Wabasha-style! It's going to be a party for the books—see you there!

Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Movie Event
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
National Eagle Center 50 Pembroke Ave, Wabasha, MN, United States
The National Eagle Center is thrilled to bring you twice the fun this year with TWO full days of "Grumpy Old Men" showings! Join us at the Program Center at 110 Main Street on Friday, Feb. 21st, and Saturday, Feb. 22nd for this classic winter comedy, showing at 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM each day! Double the Showtimes, Double the Fun! Back by popular demand and bigger than ever! Settle in, laugh along, and enjoy all the popcorn, hot dogs, and beverages you can handle—available for sale at the event. Entry is FREE! Restrooms will be available at both the Program Center and Riverfront Center for festival-goers. Don't miss out on the laughs and the chance to see "Grumpy Old Men" in a fun, festive atmosphere! Save the Date, bring your friends, and let's make it a festival to remember!

Polka Dance Party with DJ Shotski & Miss Shannon
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Transfer Building 128 2nd Street W, Wabasha, MN, United States
Polka Dance Party at the Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival! Step back in time and relive the days when Polka was King in Minnesota! Polka music was not only a staple in the local dance halls, but it also made its mark in the iconic Grumpy Old Men and Grumpier Old Men movies! Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the world of polka, this event is for everyone ready to get their feet moving and have some fun! We're excited to bring out DJ Shotski, from waaaayyyy across the river in Wisconsin, spinning classic Minnesota polka in her signature Dutchman style. DJ Shotski will bring back the rhythms that defined a generation of Minnesotan culture. Joining us is the one and only Miss Shannon from the Twin Cities, an iconic dance teacher and Minnesota legend in the dance scene. Her and her partner's expert guidance and contagious energy will have you spinning and twirling in no time! Whether you want to relive the nostalgia or simply enjoy a great night of music and dancing, the Polka Dance Party at the Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival is the perfect chance to celebrate Minnesota's vibrant musical past. Don't miss out on this toe-tapping good time! Bring your dancing shoes (and your buffalo plaid), and let's polka the night away!