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January 21 & 22 2023

Explore the magic of winter in
Downtown West Bend.

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Explore over 60 custom crafted ice sculptures and the magic of winter. Come celebrate what makes January in Wisconsin such a special time and the Downtown West Bend such a wonderful destination. 

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lan a weekend of winter activities, entertainment & amazement.  Stroll through downtown to see beautiful ice sculptures, enjoy a delicious meal, stop at any warming station for hot chocolate or fun activity, catch a show, watch a concerts, participate or watch an adventurous fat tire bike races, enjoy a luminary walk, do some shopping, and enjoy the amazing nightlife. 

West Bend is filled with excitement.
    
  

Ice Sculpture Location Map

Click on the Map for an interactive version or below to print.
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Printable Map

Weekend Schedule of events:

Saturday Downtown is transformed into a winter wonderland 

The Hugh Jass Fat Tire Bike Race​
Registrar Here  |  Saturday,  January 21st -  9:00am to 3:30pm
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Regner Park 800 North Main Street West Bend, WI 53090

 Takes place in Regner Park - Join the race or just come to watch. The exciting events bring winter bikers
​ from all over to enjoy races through the amazing parks.
 

For more information visit: hughjass.bike/races
https://hughjass.bike/races​
Join the Winter Warm Up Fat Bike Race
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​Saturday ~ The ice sculptures arrive

​​Starting at 10:00am: The downtown shops will open their doors to invite you in for an extraordinary shopping experience, specials, samplings, custom crafted deco, the latest fashion trends, beauty products,  home goods and so much more.
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Come on in, warm up and enjoy all the offerings!
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​Around 11am 
The Ice sculpture demonstration will begin!
Meet us in Old Settlers Park.  This is a must see.
as a master crafter custom carves a master piece. 

WARM UP Stations
are scattered throughout the downtown 
stop in warm up, try a hot cocoa or hot drink and relax for a moment. ​  
Warm-Up Stations: 
  • Pink Poppy - Saturday 10am - 3pm (Relax have some Cookies & Hot Cocoa)
  • Emmaus Church - (Relax, Warm Up with Hot Drinks & snacks)
  • Wendy Wendorf - in the Centrum Building (Hot Drinks, Snacks and an Activity)
  • The Garden Lounge - Relax and warm up with a warm drink!
  • The Bend Theater - Warm up & explore the theater! 
  • Collins Deck Bar - Warm up and grab a drink (kid friendly during the day!)​

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Downtown Harrison, LIVE, 
Starting at 12:00pm-2:00pm
at The Bend Theater in Downtown West Bend! 
Downtown Harrison is an amazing performer with a great voice and impersonations of the greats, like Sinatra, Elvis, Johnny Cash, Neil Diamond, James Brown, and Tina Turner! 
for more information on Downtown Harrison 

https://acaentertainment.com/artist/downtown-harrison-2/​

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Listen to Aly Hauser, LIVE,
starting at 1:00pm-3:00pm
at Old Settlers' Park in Downtown West Bend! ​
Aly is one of the musicians that plays at the West Bend Farmers Market. This is live music the whole family will love!   for more information on Aly, visit her on Facebook at @Aly Hauser

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Face Painting, Free Event, 
starting at 11:00am-2:00pm
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provided by Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
Inside the Centrum Building
​(120 N Main Street) 



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The Bryan O'Donnell Band, Live, 
starting at 10:00am - 12:00pm
in front of the Centrum Building
(120 N Main Street) 

Bryan plays at the West Bend Farmers Market!

Stop by and listen to this talented and amazing musician! 
for more information on Bryan, visit his Facebook page 
@The Bryan O'Donnell Band 

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Games & Giveaways, Free Event, 
starting at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Provided by Bible Baptist Church - West Bend 
Inside the Centrum Building
(120 N Main Street) 
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Lac Lawrann Conservancy,
FREE Winter Luminary Walk

starting at 5:00pm-7:00pm!
300 Schmidt Road ~West Bend, WI 53090


Enjoy a free family friendly candlelit hike during the annual Winter Luminary Walk!
Explore the beautiful wonder that Lac Lawrann Conservancy has to offer in the serenity of the twilight hours!

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 Get your tickets for a Night of Comedy at The Bend Theater!
This is a ticketed event 
Let the fun continue with Sam Tallent starting at 7:30pm on Saturday January 21st! 

Sam is known for whip-quick wit and rollicking improvisations, Sam Tallent is one of     the sharpest, most original rising talents in comedy today.

For tickets visit: thebendwi.org/event/stand-up-comedy-sam-tallent/
Click for tickets to The Sam Tallent Comedy Show

Sunday​ January 22, 2023 ~ the fun continues in Downtown West Bend!

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What a Howling good time at West Bend Winter Warm Up! SLED DOGS!
starting at 10:00am - 2:00pm
at the Old Settlers Park, 

200 N Main Street, West Bend, WI 53095

Visit, get your picture taken on a dog sled, and find out more information on this amazing Enthusiast Group! 

​for more information on H2M2-WI
visit www.h2m2nation.com

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The Bryan O'Donnell Band, Live, 
starting at 10:00am - 12:00pm
in front of the Centrum Building
(120 N Main Street) 

Bryan plays at the West Bend Farmers Market!
Stop by and listen to this talented and amazing musician! 
for more information on Bryan, visit his Facebook page 
@The Bryan O'Donnell Band 
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FREE EVENT at The Bend Theater,
sponsored by Time Investment
​FROZEN! 
Approx. Showtimes are 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm
Come see the whole movie or pop in to warm up, it is up to you! 

Bonus! Starting approx. at 9:00am, visit ~ Elsa, Anna and Kristoff for a family fun, meet and greet! Don't Let this one Go, bring the kids for some cocoa, a movie, ice sculptures and Eeeek! meet the characters that make Frozen so amazing! 

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​Listen to Aly Hauser, LIVE,
starting at 1:00pm-3:00pm
at Old Settlers' Park in Downtown West Bend! 

Aly is one of the musicians that plays at the West Bend Farmers Market. This is live music the whole family will love!   
for more information on Aly, visit her on Facebook at @Aly Hauser


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Don't miss a thing!  Make it a weekend getaway.  Stay at any of these area hotels or Bed & Breakfasts.   

Movies, concerts, drinks, dining, shopping, ice sculptures,
biking & hiking, the list goes on. 
 
Country Inn Suites By Radisson
2000 Gateway Ct. West Bend 53095
262.334.9400
Hampton Inn & Suites 
1795 S. 18th Ave West Bend 53095
262.438.1500
Beautiful Little Cedar Lake Home airbnb
Little Cedar lake - West Bend 53905
TownePlace Suites By Marriott
175 Water St. West Bend 53095
262.357.6600
Quality Inn & Suites
2433 W. Washington St. West Bend 53095
262.208.1203
Delightful airbnb in Downtown
​ West Bend

Main St. in Downtown West Bend 53095 
AmericInn By Wyndham
2424 W. Washington St West Bend 53095
262.208.5209
Hidden Serenity Bed & Breakfast
1876 Shalom Drive West Bend WI 53090
262.600.3727


Thank you to Lasts years sponsors, 
the 2022 West Bend Winter Warm Up was a
​spectacular display for all to enjoy! 

Downtown West Bend's Restaurants & Bars
Downtown West Bend's Shops & Boutiques
See previous years excitement 

Downtown West Bend Association: 
120 N. Main Street Ste 170
​West Bend, WI 53095

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