Beloit Winterfest 2025: Fun Winter Activities for the Whole Family!

Get ready for a weekend of winter excitement in Beloit! The annual Beloit Winterfest returns from January 24–26, 2025, offering an incredible lineup of activities for all ages. From hot cocoa and crafts to dodgeball and sleigh rides, there’s something for everyone.

Here’s the full rundown of what’s happening:

Friday, January 24, 2025

Bingo

📍 Grinnell Hall Senior Center | 631 Bluff St.

⏰ 1–2:15 PM

🆓 Free | Pre-registration required

Start Winterfest with a fun game of Bingo. Enjoy special games, prizes, and quality time with others. Open to members and guests of all ages. Call 608-364-2875 to sign up!

Open Skate

📍 Edwards Ice Arena | 2101 Cranston Road

⏰ 7–9 PM

💲 Admission: $4.50–$6; Skate Rentals: $3

Glide into the weekend at open skate! A great way to get active and enjoy the chill vibes of the season.

Saturday, January 25, 2025

Games & Hot Cocoa Bar

📍 Beloit Public Library | 605 Eclipse Drive

⏰ 1–3 PM

🆓 Free

Warm up with delicious hot cocoa while enjoying fun games for the family!

Winter Dazzle Day

📍 Nature At The Confluence | 306 Dickop St., South Beloit, IL

⏰ 10:30 AM–12 PM

🆓 Free | Pre-registration required

Enjoy a nature hike, popcorn over a fire, and snowflake crafting. Join the South Beloit Public Library for Winter Bingo at 11 AM—prizes awarded!

Make & Take Crafts

📍 Beloit Winter Farmers' Market | 557 E. Grand Ave.

⏰ 9 AM–Noon

🆓 Free

Children can enjoy coloring and reading with the Junior League of Rockford while creating crafts at the Farmers' Market.

Hot Cocoa Paint & Sip Event

📍 Hammer & Stain | 1406 Willowbrook Rd.

⏰ 10 AM

💲 $26/Person | Pre-registration required

Try hydro-dipping to create a custom mug and make a set of cocoa-themed coasters. Reserve your spot at www.hammerandstainstateline.com.

Open Gym Dodgeball

📍 Aldrich Middle School | 1859 Northgate Dr.

⏰ 10 AM–12:30 PM

💲 $5/Person

Join in on family-friendly or adult-competitive dodgeball. No sign-ups needed—just drop by!

Open Skate

📍 Edwards Ice Arena | 2101 Cranston Road

⏰ 7–9 PM

💲 Admission: $4.50–$6; Skate Rentals: $3

Wind down the day on the ice under the arena lights.

Sunday, January 26, 2025

Sleigh Ride, Bonfire & S'mores

📍 Big Hill Park | 1201 Big Hill Road

⏰ 11 AM–1 PM

🆓 Free

Experience the magic of a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the woods. Cozy up with a bonfire hosted by Welty Environmental Center and enjoy sweet s’mores!

Open Skate

📍 Edwards Ice Arena | 2101 Cranston Road

⏰ 2–4 PM

💲 Admission: $4.50–$6; Skate Rentals: $3

Finish off Winterfest with some family fun on the ice.

Ongoing Weekend Activities

1. Explore Downtown Beloit businesses for giveaways, crafts, and family fun.
2. Sledding at Hospital Hill or outdoor activities like hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing at Big Hill Park.
3. Snowshoes are available to check out at Beloit Public Library while supplies last.

Don't miss this perfect opportunity to embrace the winter season with your loved ones. Mark your calendar for Beloit Winterfest 2025—it’s going to be an unforgettable weekend!

For more details, visit www.beloitwi.gov or follow Beloit Parks & Recreation on Facebook.