Ice Fest is the "coolest" way to start off the year! Enjoy winter themed crafts, activities, and so much more. Come dressed for indoor and outdoor activities with fun for the whole family, as well as all regular daily River Museum activities and add-on experiences (at extra cost).
- Winter Carnival themed games and activities (indoor and outdoor, weather permitting)
- Craft Corner - Create an Ice Skate, Snow Globes, Design Mittens, and Lacing Snowmen
- Snowshoeing (weather permitting)
- Open water rescue demonstration with the Dubuque Fire Department (weather permitting) at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM
- Dubuque Ice Skating Academy performance at 11:15a
- Visit with Bernie the Saint Bernard from the Dubuque Fighting Saints 11:00a - 1:00p
- Ice Harvesting (weather permitting)
- Hot Cocoa bar
- Fire pits and s'mores kits
- Snow sculpting, courtesy of the River Museum team and Snowbabes
- Blacksmith demonstrations
Ice Fest is included with your general admission.
Ice Fest is presented by Dupaco Community Credit Union, Casey's General Store, Sundown Mountain Resort, Diamond Jo Casino, and McCoy Group.