City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival

JAN-FEB

31-1

2026

Enjoy winter in Minneapolis at the City of Lakes Loppet, a two day festival of cross country skiing, fat biking, skijoring and snowshoeing through Theodore Wirth Park and Lake of the Isles. Inclusive races and recreational options for all abilities.

31-1 Jan-Feb 2026

Minneapolis, Minnesota

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City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival

The City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival is a two-day winter festival held Saturday January 31 to Sunday February 1, 2026, in Minneapolis, MN (55422). The event takes place in Theodore Wirth Park and at Lake of the Isles. It began as a cross-country ski race in 2003 and has since expanded into a multi-event festival.

Events and distances

The festival includes point-to-point cross-country ski, fat bike, skijor, and snowshoe events, along with ski-orienteering, Kubb tournaments, and other community events. There are both competitive races and recreational touring options through Theodore Wirth Park. The Loppet Challenge spans both festival days. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.