Kites On Ice Festival

❄️ 2026 Kites on Ice Festival - Sat. Feb. 14th

(always the 2nd Saturday in February)

Having the winter blues? Let us brighten your day!
Come see incredible displays of giant show kites of every size, shape, and color soaring over Buffalo Lake and Sturges Park.

This one-of-a-kind festival features professional kite flyers from Minnesota and across the Midwest.

✨ 5 Things to Bring!

Bring the kids – free kites for kids (while supplies last)

Bring an appetite – food trucks, beer garden, hot chocolate, and treats

Bring it on – compete in the

Cornhole Tournament for cash prizes

Bring your sense of adventure – enjoy Buffalo’s shopping, wine bar, tap room & eateries

Bring your camera – it’s a breathtaking sight you won’t want to miss!

Festival Highlights

Fly your own kite (free!)

Free kites for kids (while supplies last)

Dog sled rides

Food trucks & beer garden

Cornhole Tournament

Pond Hockey Tournament

Family activities & more!

Cornhole Tournament

Prizes: $200 – 1st Place | $100 – 2nd Place

Format: Double elimination

Entry: $40 / 2-person team (includes free beverage in a collectible mug)

Time: 11:30 AM (sharp!)

Limit: First 32 teams

Deadline: January 31, 2026 (or until full)

Register or Sponsor Here

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Pond Hockey Tournament

Teams: 8 players per team (4 vs. 4, no goalies)

Entry Fee: $300 per team (guaranteed 3 games)

Equipment: Helmet w/ chin strap & skates required (protective gear optional but recommended)

Divisions: Open League ( competitive, mixed men/women) - ages 18+

Beer League (fun, mixed men/women) – ages 18+

Format: Games: 2 × 13-minute halves, 2-minute intermission

Round Robin: 2 games per team → all teams advance to playoffs

Playoffs: Single elimination bracket

Prizes: $300 – Champions | $100 – 2nd Place Rinks: Four 120’ × 60’ rinks with 6’ wide goals

Time: Dawn to Dusk (schedule released week of tournament)

Register or Sponsor Here

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Support this community event and showcase your business!
Contact the Buffalo Area Chamber of Commerce for details on sponsorship packages.

Melissa@BuffaloChamber.org