Winterfest 2026

The 40th annual Baraboo Winterfest will be taking place January 30-February 1, 2026. This special event weekend offers a little something for everyone. Additional information will be available on this webpage and Baraboo Parks, Recreation, & Forestry's Facebook page as more events are finalized. Volunteers, Sponsors and donations for all events are always welcome and appreciated. This year's Winterfest is presented by Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells.

12/18/25 SCHEDULE UPDATE: ACW Wisconsin Pro Wrestling will now take place on Friday, January 30 instead of Saturday.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS*

*Schedule subject to change

Anyone who attends a Baraboo Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Department–hosted Winterfest event (55+ Carnival & Social, ACW Wisconsin Wrestling, Frost & Found Makers Market, 5K, Madden Tournament, Sled Parade, Puzzle Race, and Indoor Picnic) will be able to enter a raffle. Those who pre-register by January 26 for one of these events (excluding ACW Wisconsin Wrestling) or pre-order a shirt will receive an additional entry into the raffle.

Interested in helping to sponsor Winterfest? Check out our sponsorship opportunities! For more information on how to volunteer or help out with the events in any way, contact the Baraboo Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Department office at parkrec@baraboowi.gov or 608-355-2760.

Special thank you to our sponsors this year:

Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells
Alma Waite Fund
Minuteman Press Baraboo
Don Larson Automotive
Tricor Insurance
Pizza Ranch
Green Bay Packers Give Back
Noah's Ark Waterpark