01/29/2026 to 02/01/2026
Come experience the coolest event of the year at the Visit Haywood Ice Fest Weekend from January 29-February 1, 2026! This 4-day festival will span across 5 mountain towns—packing a punch of can’t-miss winter fun.
Festivities kick off with a Cool Jazz Concert at HART Theatre on Thursday at 7 PM, then continue into Friday for the Ice Block Party in Downtown Waynesville from 5-8 PM. The main event is the Ice Extravaganza in Maggie Valley on Saturday from 4-9 PM, complete with mesmerizing live ice carving demonstrations, thrilling ice games, dazzling light features & ice garden, and a variety of local vendors!
Other event highlights include the ice skating rink in Canton on Friday from 4-8 PM and Saturday & Sunday from 12-5, along with the Frosty 5K in Clyde on Saturday at 9 AM. Sunday Brunch will also be served at several local spots: Crown & Thistle Tea Room (from 11 AM-1 PM) and the York Dining Commons at Lake Junaluska & The Scotsman (from 11 AM-2 PM).
Be sure to bundle up, but don't worry, this unforgettable festival will warm your heart despite the winter chill!