Inaugural World Snow Sculpting Championship

The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Inaugural World Snow Sculpting Championship competition sanctioned by the Association Internationale de Sculpture sur Neige et Glace based in Finland. Teams from around the world will travel to Minnesota to create amazing snow sculptures while competing for prize money and the title of the World Champion. This will be a judged event and will include social events, activities, ceremonies, the people’s choice award, and will be fun for the whole family. Stay tuned for more information – keep checking back for updates and additional details.

Conveniently located under 30 minutes away from Stillwater, Cottage Grove has comfortable, affordable, lodging options, local restaurants and bars, shops, and that ‘Up North’ Midwest, homey-feel you don’t get to experience in other larger cities making us a great destination to stay away from the hustle and bustle of a large scale event, while still getting experience a truly home-town feel.

January 10-17, 2022 

Snow Making Week

Watch snow being made and watch how the blocks are built

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Carving Exhibition – Event Kickoff

An artist will be out in Lowell Park demonstrating a carving and visiting with visitors

January 19-22, 2022

Wednesday, January 19th 9 am start time, Saturday, January 22, 2 pm end time

Experience the creation of snow being carved into a beautiful display of art

Tuesday January 18, 2022

Team Welcome Reception (Closed Event)

The Lumberjack

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Opening Ceremony (Open to the Public)

JX Event Center

Details coming soon

Thursday, January 20, 2022

Chamber of Commerce Mixer at the Water Street Inn – Chamber’s 130 Year’s Celebration!

Friday, January 21, 2022

Sponsorship Reception at Forge and Foundry – Private Event

Saturday, January 22, 2022

Closing Ceremony and Awards

4 pm Water Street Inn

Details coming soon

“World’s Coolest Block Party”

6 pm Water Street Inn

Details coming soon

Sunday, January 23, 2022

​Details coming soon