Icebox Days, a nod to our moniker, "Icebox of the Nation," is our annual celebration staged in the middle of winter.

Events through the years have been covered by networks including CBS, NBC and ABC as well as The Travel Channel, The Weather Channel, MSNBC, Lifetime and dozens of national and international publications. A few years ago, Emmy Award-winning television journalist JuJu Chang visited with her son and producer, resulting in a feature of International Falls on the ABC program "Nightline."

Icebox Days is packed full of fun and zany games for all people, including frozen turkey bowling; the locally invented "smoosh" races; moonlight skiing in Voyageurs National Park; the infamous "Gizzard" runs and much more.

Coordinated by the International Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, IceBox Days wouldn't be possible without the support of generous sponsors and dozens of volunteers.

Schedule of Events:

Friday, January 17
6:00–8:00 PM – History On Tap at Cantilever Distillery
7:00 PM – Beer Pong at Loony's Brew (Limited to 10 teams of 2. Call 218-540-1001 to register. Prizes awarded.)
7:00 PM – Open Mic Music at Loony's Brew
7:30 PM – Bargo at On the Rocks in Downtown I.Falls
9:00 PM – Karaoke at VFW, International Falls

Saturday, January 18
10:00 AM–3:00 PM – Story Stations at International Falls Public Library Families with children under 10 are invited to explore winter-themed fun and games. Enjoy stories, a (mock) snowball fight, and more!
11:00 AM–1:00 PM – Friends of the Library Book Sale at International Falls Public Library Basement A wide variety of titles for all ages available by donation. Proceeds support library programming.
12:00–4:00 PM – Snowman Building Contest at Loony's Brew Build a village of snow people on the north deck. Judging starts at 4:00 PM. Prizes awarded.
1:00–4:00 PM – Paint Your Partner Workshop at Backus Conference Room 101 Limited to 20 teams of 2. Cost: $20/team. Enjoy creating portraits with your partner.
2:00–4:00 PM – Game Time in the Gym at Backus Features "Minute to Win It" challenges and other games. Kids must be accompanied by a parent. Most games free; bounce house may have a fee.
4:00–7:00 PM – Paper Airplane Contest at Loony's Brew Build your airplane using provided materials and see who flies furthest. Prizes awarded.
7:00 PM – Open Mic Music at Loony's Brew
9:00 PM – Karaoke at VFW, International Falls

Sunday, January 19
11:00 AM – Mimosa Bar at Sammy's Pizza Enjoy appetizer and drink specials.
1:00–4:00 PM – Chili Cook-Off at Loony's Brew Bring your best chili recipe and compete for prizes in taste, creativity, and presentation. No pre-registration required.
1:00 PM – Final Round: Cribbage Tourney at Ranier Muni
1:00 PM – Final Round: Bridge Tourney at Ranier Muni

Monday, January 20
12:00–8:00 PM – Open Swimming at AmericInn by Wyndham $5 per person per session. Kids under 3 free with paid adult. Call 218-290-3376 to reserve.

Tuesday, January 21
6:00 PM – Bingo at VFW, International Falls

Wednesday, January 22
7:00 PM – Icebox Trivia at Loony's Brew Test your knowledge with team competition and fun trivia. No pre-registration required. Prizes awarded.

Thursday, January 23
10:30 AM – Storytime at International Falls Public Library Preschoolers and caregivers are invited for winter-themed stories, rhymes, and playtime.
6:00 PM – Bingo Fundraiser at VFW Supports Rainy Lake Medical Center.
7:00 PM – Icebox Idol at Loony's Brew Compete in a singing competition! Pre-register at 218-540-1001. Open registration begins at 6:00 PM (space not guaranteed). Grand prize: 1/2 day fishing trip with Woody

Friday, January 24
5:00PM - Candlelight Snowshoe Hike at Voyageurs Natl Park
5:00–7:30 PM – Freeze Yer Gizzard Race Registration at Backus Community Center
7:00 PM – Open Mic Music at Loony's Brew
7:00 PM – Bargo at On the Rocks
9:00 PM – DJ at On the Rocks
9:00 PM – Karaoke at VFW

Saturday, January 25
8:00–9:30 AM – Pre-registration for Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard 5K/10K Run at Backus Community Center
8:00–11:30 AM – Pancake Feed by Falls Education Foundation at Backus Community Center (Free-will offering.)
9:00 AM – Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard 5K Run Starts
10:00 AM – Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard 10K Run Starts
10:00 AM–3:00 PM – Vendor/Craft Fair at Union Hall
11:00 AM – Signup for Dart Tourney at Border Bar
11:00–2:00 PM – Hot Cocoa Bar at Union Hall
11:30 AM – Freeze Yer Gizzard Race Awards at Backus
12:00–1:30 PM – Turkey Bowling (Adults/Kids) at 4th Ave near On the Rocks
12:00–1:30 PM – Toilet Seat Toss (Adults/Kids) at 4th Ave near On the Rocks
12:00–4:00 PM – Sloppy Joe Feed Fundraiser at Union Hall
12:00–4:00 PM – Kids Coloring Contest and Games at Union Hall Ages 4–6, 7–9, and 10–12. Prizes awarded by the VFW.
1:00 PM – Finals: Dart Tourney at Border Bar
1:00 PM – Finals: Dodgeball Tourney at Loony's Brew (Limit 8 teams. Must have 2 females on court at all times. Contact Ed to register at 807-271-5374.)
1:30–3:00 PM – Smoosh Races (Adults/Kids) at 4th Ave near On the Rocks
1:00–3:00 PM – Kids Snowmobile Rides at Smokey Bear Park
6:00 PM – FIREWORKS at Smokey Bear Park
7:00 PM – Live Music at Loony's Brew
8:00 PM–1:00 AM – Beach Party at Border Bar

Date: January 17 - 25, 2025

Location: Various Venues in International Falls, MN USA

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