Logo for the 46th Annual Icebox Days in International Falls, Minnesota, featuring large icy blue text with icicles and a frosty background. The year 2026 appears in the design, highlighting Minnesota’s chilly charm near Rainy Lake. | Rainy Lake, MN

Icebox Days

Logo for the 46th Annual Icebox Days in International Falls, Minnesota, featuring large icy blue text with icicles and a frosty background. The year 2026 appears in the design, highlighting Minnesota’s chilly charm near Rainy Lake. | Rainy Lake, MN

Annual Icebox Days is International Falls’ signature winter festival, celebrating life in the “Icebox of the Nation.” Held in the coldest of winter, every January, this lively event features quirky outdoor games, community gatherings, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun. It’s the perfect time for visitors to bundle up, experience a true northern Minnesota winter, and join in the celebration. ❄️🎉

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