Apple Valley's Mid-Winter Fest 2022
What is Mid-Winter Fest?
Apple Valley's Mid-Winter Fest is a winter celebration that brings together the Apple Valley community to enjoy food, fun and activities for all ages. This annual festival began in 1978 and has been an Apple Valley tradition ever since. This event is put on by the CITY OF APPLE VALLEY who invite you to join them in this special community celebration.
Event Information:
This year's 2022 celebration is a one-day event that will take place in a new location: Johnny Cake Ridge Park West. The City is excited to offer a variety of new activities for everyone to enjoy. The event is weather-dependent. Remember to dress warm!
Parking:
Parking will be available in the Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center Parking Lot, Upper Parking Lot along Johnny Cake Ridge Park West and Parking Lots in Johnny Cake Ridge Park East.
Event Schedule:
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ACTIVITY
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DETAILS
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SPONSORS & PARTNERS
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10 a.m.–3 p.m.
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Mid-Winter Fest Hockey Jamboree
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A Mite level hockey tournament run by and scheduled for Eastview Hockey Association and Firehawks Hockey.
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Eastview Hockey Association & Firehawks Hockey
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10 a.m.–Noon
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Snowshoeing
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An opportunity to try snowshoeing. Dakota County Parks staff will be on-site to provide snowshoes and snowshoeing tips.
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Dakota County Parks
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10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Bag Toss Tournament
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Single elimination tournaments, starting on the hour, every hour from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. with a tournament of champions at 4pm. Register here.
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department
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Morning–Evening (Exact times TBD)
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Food Trucks
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Take a break and enjoy lunch or dinner available for purchase from a variety of food vendors.
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List of food truck vendors coming soon.
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1–3 p.m.
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Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride
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A team of horses will be pulling a hay wagon in Johnny Cake Ridge Park.
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department
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1–4 p.m.
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Frozen Kite Flying
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Who says you can’t fly a kite in the winter? Bring a kite or try one of ours!
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department
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1–4 p.m.
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3-Hole Disc Golf
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A 3-hole disc golf course will be laid out in the park. Bring your own discs or use ours.
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department
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1–5 p.m.
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Meet the Apple Valley Police and Fire Departments
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The Apple Valley Police Department and Apple Valley Fire Department will be on-site with emergency vehicles and will be able to answer your public safety questions.
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Apple Valley Police Department and Apple Valley Fire Department
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1–5 p.m.
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Snowman-Building Contest
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Get your friends and family outside to build a snowman. Snowmen will be judged and the winning creation will be awarded a gift certificate to a local business. This activity is weather-dependent.
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department
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2–5 p.m.
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Garden Cart Train Rides
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Young children are invited to take a ride on a unique train created just for Mid-Winter Fest. The cart train will be pulled by the Apple Valley Police Department’s UTV.
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department and Apple Valley Police Department
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3:30–4:30 p.m.
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Skate with Klondike
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Skate with Klondike the Polar Bear, the official mascot of Mid-Winter Fest! Remember to bring your own ice skates.
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department
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3:30–4:30 p.m.
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Recycling Bin Races
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Kids do the riding and parents do the pushing. It’s like a shopping cart on ice!
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Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department
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Afternoon– Evening
(Exact times TBD)
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Hot Chocolate and Cider
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Stop by the Hot Chocolate & Cider Trailer and buy a hot treat that will be sure to warm you up! Bottled water will also be available.
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Rotary Club of Apple Valley
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Afternoon–Evening
(Exact times TBD)
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Beer & Wine
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Adults 21 and over are welcome to purchase a beer or wine prior to and during the Riverside Hitmen concert.
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Rascal's Bar & Grill
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5–7 p.m.
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Live Music by The Riverside Hitmen
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From Michael Jackson to Bruno Mars, Aretha Franklin to Lizzo, The Riverside Hitmen play all your favorite hits spanning the decades. | Apple Valley Arts Foundation |
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7 p.m.
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Fireworks Show | Mid-Winter Fest will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show by RES PRO. | Apple Valley Parks & Rec Department |
Video
Date and Time
Saturday Feb 5, 2022
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM CST
Website
Contact Information
For questions, please email Bill Bird at bill.bird@applevalleymn.gov
