Come And Join The Fun!
The Waseca Sleigh and Cutter Festival is a fun escape from winter after the holidays are over. If you like horses, curling, ice sculptures, and parades, this event is for you. We have activities for all ages. Just a few of our events include a Frosty the Snowman contest, medallion hunt, bridge, a dance, and a coloring contest. Take a look at the full event calendar below to find out about all the upcoming events.
71st Annual Waseca Sleigh & Cutter Festival
January 23 to Feb. 27, 2021
The nation’s longest running sleigh & cutter festival! Due to COVID-19, please note there are numerous changes to our festival to provide safe and fun experiences for participants and families.
Please wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines, as recommended, for all Sleigh and Cutter events.
$1,750 FROSTY CONTEST - 24th Annual
Awards presented Feb. 13, 1 p.m., at the Waseca County Fairgounds, following the parade.
Sponsored by: Culligan Water Conditioning, Latham Place, Lake Shore Inn, iWealth, Domino’s, Mediacom, Xcel Energy
$1,750 MEDALLION CONTEST - 24th Annual
Awards presented Feb. 13, 1 p.m., at the Waseca County Fairgounds, following the parade.
Sponsored by: Ace Hardware, M Peters Enterprises, Excel Energy, Waseca County News, First National Bank, Diversified Credit, Waseca VFW Club 1642
Saturday, Jan. 23
WINTER CHARM ON THE FARM AT FARMAMERICA
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Snow Painting, Winter Walking Tours, Snowshoe Trails, Cross Country Skiing, Campfire, S’mores and Hot Cocoa (included with admission) Tickets $5 per person in advance ($10 at the event), FREE for kids 2 & under and members season pass. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/WinterCharm. Call 507-835-2052
Saturday, Jan. 30th
WASECA COUNTY SNO-SECAS CLUB RIDE
Registration 10 a.m. – Ride starts at 11 a.m. from the Boat House Grill & Bar – contact Jake at 507-461-2510
Saturday, Feb. 6 – Sunday, Feb. 7
GIRLS UNDER 12 HOCKEY JAMBOREE
Girls under 12 Hockey Jamboree at the Waseca Community Arena. Contact Kyle at 507-835-3251.
Wednesday, Feb. 10
ICE SCULPTING
In front of the Waseca Public Safety Building on South State Street
Sponsored by: Waseca Area Foundation, Waseca VFW Club Post 1642, State Farm-Gloria Butler, Tesch Service Center, Edina Realty and the Waseca Sleigh & Cutter Festival.
Thursday, Feb. 11
ICE SCULPTING
In front of the Waseca Public Safety Building on South State Street.
Friday, Feb. 12
ICE SCULPTING
In front of the Waseca Public Safety Building on South State Street.
BEAN BAG TOURNAMENT
Held at The Mill. Contact 507-461-1434 for details.
Saturday, Jan. 30th
WASECA COUNTY SNO-SECAS CLUB RIDE
Registration 10 a.m. – Ride starts at 11 a.m. from the Boat House Grill & Bar – contact Jake at 507-461-2510
Saturday, Feb. 6 – Sunday, Feb. 7
GIRLS UNDER 12 HOCKEY JAMBOREE
Girls under 12 Hockey Jamboree at the Waseca Community Arena. Contact Kyle at 507-835-3251.
Wednesday, Feb. 10
ICE SCULPTING
In front of the Waseca Public Safety Building on South State Street
Sponsored by: Waseca Area Foundation, Waseca VFW Club Post 1642, State Farm-Gloria Butler, Tesch Service Center, Edina Realty and the Waseca Sleigh & Cutter Festival.
Thursday, Feb. 11
ICE SCULPTING
In front of the Waseca Public Safety Building on South State Street.
Friday, Feb. 12
ICE SCULPTING
In front of the Waseca Public Safety Building on South State Street.
BEAN BAG TOURNAMENT
Held at The Mill. Contact 507-461-1434 for details.
Saturday, Feb. 13
SLEIGH & CUTTER PARADE - was on 2/13 moved to 2/27
Start Time: 12 noon. Parade starts from WASECA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS and runs through downtown Waseca. The parade will feature multiple breeds of horses pulling many types of units. Other parade attractions include:
LEMA (Law Enforcement Memorial Association)
Miss Waseca County Sleigh & Cutter
Miss Waseca County Sleigh & Cutter Outstanding Teen
Miss South Central
Miss South Central Outstanding Teen
Sleigh & Cutter Princesses
Miss Teen Rodeo Minnesota and Guests
Cannon Old West Society cowboy reenactors will perform prior to the parade.
Sponsored by: Pizza Ranch, Suburban Furniture, McDonald’s, The Roundbank and Roundbank Insurance.
Contact Ken or Scott if you would like a copy of our parade COVID-19 Preparedness Plan.
FROSTY & MEDALLION HUNT AWARDS
1 p.m. at the Waseca County Fairgounds, following the parade.
13th ANNUAL SLEIGH & CUTTER CURLING BONSPIEL - CANCELLED
Curling on Clear Lake by the Boat House Grill & Bar. Games start at 8 a.m. Pre-registration required to compete. Contact Brett @ 715-491-0884.
BETTER DAYS AHEAD FIREWORKS DISPLAY - was on 2/13 moved to 2/27
Bigger than ever before! Northeast of Boat House after sunset.
Sunday, Feb. 14
FLAGS FOR VETS - RUCK OF HOPE - moved to 3/14 by the Park Building on North State Street
Event to support service & veteran’s families who have lost a member to suicide. Walk starts at American Legion Club, travels north around Clear Lake, continues south and returns to the American Legion Club. Short program & free pancakes before walk starts. Contact Jeremiah at 507-835-5267.
SNOWMOBILE SAFETY RIDING COURSE
Contact Marissa at 507-461-4501
Saturday, Feb. 20
WINTER CHARM ON THE FARM AT FARMAMERICA
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Snow Painting, Winter Walking Tours, Snowshoe Trails, Cross Country Skiing, Campfire, S’mores and Hot Cocoa (included with admission) Tickets $5 per person in advance ($10 at the event), FREE for kids 2 & under and members season pass. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/WinterCharm. Call 507-835-2052.
WASECA SNO-SECAS CLUB RIDE
Registration 10 a.m. – Ride starts at 11 a.m. from the Boat House Grill & Bar – contact Jake at 507-461-2510
Saturday, Feb. 27
TONER'S LAKE VINTAGE RIDE
Registration 9-11 a.m. Contact Marissa at 507-461-4501 or Mark at 507-835-5480.
Advertising and assistance support from The City of Waseca – www.discoverwaseca.com; Waseca Area Foundation; Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce – www.wasecachamber.com. Thanks to our many sponsors!”
DISCLAIMER: The Waseca Sleigh & Cutter Festival Association, Inc. does not assume or accept duty or responsibility for safety at this event in regard to participants or any third parties or for animals or other property thereof.
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