Blowing Rock WinterFest

Don’t Hibernate… Celebrate! 

Blowing Rock is celebrating its 27th Annual WinterFest. Blowing Rock WinterFest is a four day celebration of the winter season, and all the warm pastimes people love to do when it’s cold. From the icy waters of the Polar Bear Plunge to warm drinks sipped by a fire, Blowing Rock WinterFest has it all.

January 23-26, 2025 

This year will feature the ever popular Polar Bear Plunge, Rotary Chilly Chili Challenge, WinterFest Beer Garden, Ice Carving Demonstrations, and much more! Come enjoy the quaint, mountain town in all its festive glory and celebrate the season of winter. 

The town will be lit with twinkle lights, bringing warmth and coziness after dark. Many local stores, restaurants, and attractions will be running special offers during this time as well. There’s even more, including the Wine Tasting, WYN Silent Auction, Wine Seminars, and Cork & Canvas classes. Don’t miss great activities all weekend just off Main Street, too, like the Festival of Lights at Chetola Resort and the activities like Winter Duck Derby and Frozen Heart Adventure at Mystery Hill.

Several festival activities are free, some are ticketed. For a full schedule of events, tickets, lodging partners, event packages, and participation information, go to blowingrockwinterfest.com. Tickets and info are also available by calling 828-295-7851.