Festivals & Fairs

Ice Fest Weekend 2027

Multi-day · 4 upcoming dates through Jan 31

Enjoy four days of frosty fun across all five of Haywood's mountain towns during Ice Fest Weekend 2027! Soak in a Cool Jazz concert at HART Theatre's kickoff event on Thursday, head to in Canton's winter-themed Mill Around Town event on Friday, then watch Waynesville's Main Street glow with icy magic during the Ice Block Party on Saturday. All weekend long, explore Canton's "Anything But Snow" Snowman Contest and vote for your favorite, snap pics along a life-sized snow globe trail in Maggie Valley, and stroll through the Ice Light Garden at Lake Junaluska. Plus, score on Ice Fest-exclusive shopping, dining, and lodging deals. Bundle up and join Haywood County, NC for the coolest party of the year!