Zehnder’s Snowfest has been host to one of the top snow and ice sculpting events in North America for the past 32 years. Visitors have enjoyed larger-than-life snow sculptures and beautifully detailed ice carvings each year. In addition, Zehnder’s Snowfest will have entertainment for the entire family in the warming tent, a fireworks display, petting zoo and children’s activities. Plan now to attend Zehnder’s Snowfest 2024!

Zehnder’s Snowfest Features:

-World Class Double and Single Block Snow Sculpting Championships

-State of Michigan Snow Sculpting Competition

-High School Snow Sculpting Competition

-100-Block Ice Carving Exhibition

-Collegiate Alumni Ice Carving Challenge

Schedule of Events:

Wednesday, January 24, 2024:

World Class Snow Carving Teams Continue to Work Throughout the Day on Double & Single Block Competitions in Zehnder’s Parking Lot. Double Block Competition Sponsored by DOW, Birch Run Premium Outlets, Frankenmuth Brewery & Apple Mountain Single Block Competition Sponsored by HAP, Remer Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning & Leonard’s Syrups.

Children’s Snow Sculpting at Frankenmuth Riverplace. Sponsored by Frankenmuth Convention & Visitor’s Bureau & Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark.

State of Michigan Snow Sculpting Begins at 6 p.m. in Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s Parking Lot. Sponsored by Bavarian Inn Restaurant.

Zehnder’s Snowfest Warming Tent Open 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by Neuman Pools, Webster Garner, Miller Lite, High Noon Sun Sips, Barefoot Moscato, Jim Beam & Maker’s Mark.

Food, Refreshments, Exhibit Booths & Entertainment

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Entertainment by the Halsey Old Timers

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pioneer Sugar’s “All Things Chocolate” Baking Contest

Sponsored by Michigan Sugar, WSGW & Le Creuset

Thursday, January 25, 2024:

World Class Snow Carving Teams Continue to Work Throughout the Day on Double & Single Block Competitions in Zehnder’s Parking Lot. Double Block Competition Sponsored by DOW, Birch Run Premium Outlets, Frankenmuth Brewery & Apple Mountain Single Block Competition Sponsored by HAP, Remer Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning & Leonard’s Syrups.

Children’s Snow Sculpting at Frankenmuth Riverplace. Sponsored by Frankenmuth Convention & Visitor’s Bureau & Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark.

High School Snow Sculpting Competition Begins at 9 a.m. at Frankenmuth Riverplace.

Sponsored by Northwood University.

State of Michigan Snow Sculpting Continues Throughout the Day. Sponsored by Bavarian Inn Restaurant.

Dueling Piano Luncheon at 12 noon.

Enjoy a chicken luncheon in Zehnder’s Main Dining Room and then be entertained by the Dueling Pianos. Tickets $58 per person. Call 989-652-0450 for reservations or book online at https://ticketing.zehnders.com.

Zehnder’s Snowfest Warming Tent Open at 10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sponsored by Neuman Pools, Webster Garner, Miller Lite, High Noon Sun Sips, Barefoot Moscato, Jim Beam & Maker’s Mark.

Food, Refreshments, Exhibit Booths & Entertainment

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Bingo Sponsored by Birch Run Premium Outlets, Joe FM & HAP.

Friday, January 26, 2024:

Professional Ice Exhibition. Sponsored by Pepsi

Spectators will be entertained and amazed as Greg Butauski, Award Winning Certified Master Ice Sculptor and his team create a 100-block masterpiece featuring an “Under the Sea” theme.

Located in Zehnder’s Parking Lot behind Rau’s Country Store.

World Class Snow Carving Teams Continue to Work Throughout the Day on Double and Single Block Competitions, Public Voting Continues. Double Block Competition Sponsored by DOW, Birch Run Premium Outlets, Frankenmuth Brewery & Apple Mountain Single Block Competition Sponsored by HAP, Remer Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning & Leonard’s Syrups.

State of Michigan Snow Sculpting Continues Throughout the Day, Public Voting Begins.

Sponsored by Bavarian Inn Restaurant.

High School Snow Sculpting Competition Continues 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sponsored by Northwood University.

Zehnder’s Snowfest Official Information Tent Open 12 noon - 6 p.m. Sponsored by Wellspring Lutheran Services.

Zehnder’s Snowfest Warming Tent Open 10 a.m. - 12 midnight. Sponsored by Neuman Pools, Webster Garner, Miller Lite, High Noon Sun Sips, Barefoot Moscato, Jim Beam & Maker’s Mark.

Food, Refreshments, Exhibit Booths and Entertainment

Featuring Country Night Sponsored by WKCQ & The Fortress Golf Course

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - The Swift Brothers

3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - U.S. 338th Army Band Country Concert

6 p.m. WKCQ Karaoke Contest Finals

8 p.m. - Midnight - Hatchwing Rider

($5.00 Cover Charge after 6 p.m. - Children 12 and Under Free)

Children’s Play Area Open - Next to Frankenmuth Toy Company. Sponsored by Meijer

Free Petting Zoo 4 - 7 p.m.

Children’s Pony Rides 4 - 7 p.m. - $3.00

Musical Carousel Ride 4 - 7 p.m. Sponsored by Reimold Printing

Collegiate Alumni Ice Carving Competition 4 - 7 pm - Former Collegiate Alumni compete in a multi-block ice carving challenge. Sponsored by Covenant Healthcare.

Saturday, January 27, 2024:

World Class Single & Double Block, and State Snow Sculpting Concludes at 10 a.m. Double Block Competition Sponsored by DOW, Birch Run Premium Outlets, Frankenmuth Brewery & Apple Mountain Single Block Competition Sponsored by HAP, Remer Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning & Leonard’s Syrups.

Zehnder’s Snowfest Official Information Tent Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sponsored by Wellspring Lutheran Services.

Zehnder’s Snowfest Warming Tent Open 9:30 a.m. - 12 midnight. Sponsored by Neuman Pools, Webster Garner, Miller Lite, High Noon Sun Sips, Barefoot Moscato, Jim Beam & Maker’s Mark.

Food, Refreshments, Exhibit Booths and Entertainment

Featuring Classic Day Sponsored by Gordon Food Service

9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. U.S. 338th Army Band Brass & Wind Ensemble

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. U.S. 338th Army Band Patriotic Concert

11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Magician Joel Tacey (3) Shows

11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Music by Stone Street Revival

2:00 p.m. Snow Carving Awards

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - U.S. 338th Army Band Rock Concert

8 - 12 a.m. Music by the Rock Show

($5.00 Cover Charge after 6 p.m. - Children 12 and under Free)

Children’s Play Area Open - Next to Frankenmuth Toy Company. Sponsored by Meijer.

Free Petting Zoo 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Children’s Pony Rides 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. - $3.00

Musical Carousel Ride 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sponsored by Reimold Printing

Collegiate Alumni Ice Carving Competition 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Former Collegiate Alumni compete in a multi-block ice carving challenge. Sponsored by Covenant Healthcare.

Annual Fireworks Display - 6:45 p.m. Sponsored by United Association Local 85, Huntington Bank & OpenAire.

Sunday, January 28, 2024:

Zehnder’s Snowfest Official Information Tent Open 12 noon – 3 p.m. Sponsored by Wellspring Lutheran Services.

Zehnder’s Snowfest Warming Tent Open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sponsored by Neuman Pools, Webster Garner, Miller Lite, High Noon Sun Sips, Barefoot Moscato, Jim Beam & Maker’s Mark.

Food, Refreshments, Exhibit Booths and Entertainment

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Magician Joel Tacey (3) Shows

1:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Music by The Saucecats

Children’s Play Area Open. Sponsored by Meijer

Free Petting Zoo 12 noon – 5 p.m.

Children’s Pony Rides 12 noon – 5 p.m. - $3.00

Musical Carousel Ride 12 noon – 5 p.m. Sponsored by Reimold Printing.

Date:

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 - Sunday, January 28, 2024

Location:

Zehnder's of Frankenmuth - 730 S Main St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.

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