Zehnder’s Snowfest Celebrates its 31st Snow and Ice Extravaganza January 26th-30th, 2022

An Event for all Ages!

FRANKENMUTH, MI – January 19, 2022 – Five days of winter fun is on the menu for the 2022 Zehnder’s Snowfest, January 26th-30th. Larger than life snow sculptures and dazzling ice creations will fill the Bavarian-themed village of Frankenmuth, just 90 miles north of Detroit. Both amateur and professional snow and ice sculpting teams will compete for championship titles.

Visitors can take the chill off at the festival warming tent that will feature live music from rock to the U.S. 338th Army Band and a Karaoke contest. There’s also pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting and more for youngsters.

“Every year we work to create a special time to celebrate the winter season,” said Zehnder’s Chairman/CEO Al Zehnder. “Our staff, volunteers, sponsors, Frankenmuth businesses and our Chamber of Commerce comes together to welcome visitors and area residents to the best of Frankenmuth.” More than 100,000 winter enthusiasts are expected to attend Zehnder’s Snowfest.

The fun begins on Wednesday, January 26th when World Class professional snow sculptors begin to carve out giant works of art. Local teams from Michigan will also compete in the State of Michigan category. High School snow teams will join in at Frankenmuth Riverplace beginning Thursday, January 27th.

The “All Things Chocolate Baking Contest” returns on Wednesday, January 26th in the Warming Tent. There will be door prizes, food samples and demonstrations plus complimentary recipe books and live musical entertainment.

Doors open for the Snowfest Dueling Pianos Luncheon at 11:00 a.m. on January 27th. The show is a modern day vaudeville act featuring rockin’ oldies of yesterday and today. Tickets are $50 per person; includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment. Call (989) 652-0450 for reservations or for more information.

The Collegiate Alumni Ice Carving Challenge begins on Friday, January 28th where collegiate alumni compete in a two-day, multi-block competition. The event takes place on Main Street at the Edwin L. Zehnder Park. The annual fireworks display is scheduled for Saturday, January 29th at 6:45 p.m.

On Sunday, January 30th, Snowfest concludes with food, refreshments, exhibits, entertainment and children’s activities. All ice and snow sculptures are completed for public viewing.

For a complete Snowfest schedule filled with activities, concerts, food, fireworks, entertainment and directions, go to www.zehnders.com/snowfest or Zehnder’s Snowfest on Facebook.

All scheduled outdoor activities and events may be changed due to weather conditions.

For reservations for ticketed events or information on Zehnder’s Restaurant, retail marketplace, Zehnder’s Splash Village and Waterpark, and The Fortress golf course, call (800) 863-7999 or book online here.