Grumpy Old Men Indoor Market at the Anderson House Hotel Saturday, February 28 • 9 AM – 5 PM Minnesota’s Oldest Hotel • Wabasha, Minnesota Welcome to the most delightfully unexpected vendor market in Minnesota—perfectly fitting for the Grumpy Old Men Festival! Hosted inside the historic Anderson House Hotel, this indoor market leans into the character of the building, offering a selling experience unlike anywhere else. With nearly 170 years of history in its walls, every space has personality, charm, and a story to tell. The Indoor Market vendor space is full - but you can register for the Outdoor Market.

🎉🍽️ Join St. Felix for their Annual Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival Lunch & Bingo! 🎉🍽️ We’re thrilled to invite you to one of the most anticipated events of the year! St. Felix is hosting their Annual Lunch & Bingo during the 33rd Annual Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival, and we can’t wait to share in the fun! 🧓❄️ Enjoy a delicious lunch followed by rounds of exciting bingo—all while catching up with friends and neighbors. It’s an event everyone looks forward to year after year! 📅 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 🕚 Time: 10:00 am to 2:30 pm 📍 Location: St. Felix Gym Bring your bingo state of mind and your appetite for a day of community fun! 🏆🍀

🎭🎶 Minneapolis Musical Theatre Presents: Grumpy Old Men – The Musical (sneak peek!) 🎶🎭 Get ready to laugh, reminisce, and fall in love with a Minnesota classic—live in the town that inspired it all! Minneapolis Musical Theatre brings Grumpy Old Men – The Musical to Wabasha for a special preview performance during the 33rd Annual Grumpy Old Men Festival. 📍 Izaak Walton Park – Wabasha, MN 🕥 10:30 a.m. Enjoy an exclusive sneak peek featuring music from the full stage production coming to Minneapolis this spring. This lively preview captures the heart, humor, and small-town charm of Grumpy Old Men, celebrating the iconic story that put Wabasha on the map. 🎟️ This preview performance is your chance to get a taste of the fun—then make plans to see the entire show when Grumpy Old Men – The Musical runs April 3–19, 2026 at the Conn Theater in Minneapolis. 👉 Don’t miss the preview—and don’t forget to grab your tickets for the full production at aboutmmt.org!

🧪✨ Super Cool Science with Professor Z! ✨🧪 Get ready for laughs, learning, and jaw-dropping fun at the Wabasha Public Library during the 33rd Annual Grumpy Old Men Festival! 📅 Saturday, February 28 ⏰ 10:30–11:15 a.m. Comedy magician Norm Barnhart brings his wildly entertaining Professor Z to town for a fast-paced science show packed with dynamic demonstrations, exciting experiments, and plenty of laughs. This fascinating program blends science and comedy into an interactive experience that’s as educational as it is entertaining—perfect for curious minds and festival-goers of all ages. 🧠💥 Come discover just how cool science can be!

🥌✨ Get Ready to Curl & Chill! ✨🥌 🎉 The Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce All Craft Exteriors are teaming up with Busch Light Curling thanks to All Craft Exteriors to bring you an epic day of curling, community, and cold brews...for the third year in a row! 📅 Registration opens in January 2026—so stay tuned! This will be your chance to join in on the action, whether you’re a (beer) curling pro or just looking for some winter fun. Tag your team, start planning those outfits, and get ready for a day of unforgettable winter fun! Check-In & Rules Meeting: 10:30-11AM Start at 11:30AM 3 people/team $100/team We will accept up to 64 teams! Watch for registration updates. Registration will fill fast! Registration

Join the Wabasha United Church of Christ (UCC) for their 19th Annual Northwoods Hotdish Luncheon & Craft Fair with from 11am-2pm. There will be over 25 hotdishes plus dinner rolls, pickles, bunt cakes and beverages. Admission is $15.

Join the Wabasha Riverboat Days Queens for their 4th Annual Flannel & Frost Party! 🌟 📍 Heritage Park 🗓️ Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 ⏰ Time: 11 am - 3 pm ✨ What to Expect: 👑 Get “frosted” with tiaras, crowns, and ice rings – perfect for all ages! 🍫 Indulge in gourmet s’mores and warm up with hot chocolate. 🐴 Enjoy magical carriage rides with Cinderella Carriages around the park. Throw on your favorite flannel and come celebrate with us for an unforgettable evening of fun, frost, and community cheer! ❄️ 📸 Don’t forget to snap a pic with the Queens and share your flannel & frost look using #FlannelAndFrostWabasha! We can’t wait to see you there! 🖤🪵🔥

🍝 Get Ready for a Spaghetti-Packed Day of Fun! 🍝 Join us for the Grumpy Old Men Ragetti’s Spaghetti Dinner at the Historic Anderson House Hotel on Saturday, February 28, 2026! 🎉 Channel your inner Ragetti and dive into a delicious spaghetti dinner served in one of Minnesota’s fastest growing iconic spots. 🍷 Enjoy hearty plates of pasta, mouthwatering garlic bread, and great company, all while celebrating Wabasha's most famous "grumpy old men." 🧓🏼👴🏼 ✨ What's on the Menu: 🍝 Spaghetti with Ragetti’s signature sauce 🥖 Fresh garlic bread 🍰 Delightful dessert options 🍷 Full bar available Whether you're a fan of the movie or just a lover of good food, this is a night you won’t want to miss! Bring your friends, your appetite, and get ready for a weekend full of laughs and local legends. 😄 📍 Location: Historic Anderson House Hotel, Wabasha 🕖 Time: 11:00 a.m. - gone Don’t miss out—this dinner will have you saying, "Holy moly, Ragetti!"

The plunge is at 3 pm. Registration is from 1 pm to 2:30 pm. Line up is at 2:45 pm. What makes the Grumpy Plunge so different? All of the proceeds raised from this event STAY LOCAL!  Benefitting two wonderful Wabasha Nonprofits: Great River Homes, Inc. and Rotary of Wabasha. Register for the Grumpy Plunge

This is one annual event during the Grumpy Old Men Winter Festival is one NOT to miss! 🔥 Grumpy Old Men Festival Party at Pioneer Club! 🎉 📅 February 28, 2026 📍 Pioneer Club, Wabasha, MN Join the Pioneer Club for an epic day of fun! They are lighting up the night with a huge bonfire, ice-cold drinks, and good vibes all around! 🍻🔥 🎶 DJ starting at 6 PM to keep you dancing 🍺 Booze to keep you warm 🎯 Games for a little friendly competition 🔥 Bonfire to gather around with friends Bring your crew and celebrate the Winter Festival season Wabasha-style! It’s going to be a party for the books—see you there! 🥳❄️