Ice A Fair In Vermilion

Experience a day of winter fun in downtown Vermilion with Ice A Fair on Saturday, February 1, 2025 starting at 11 am. Main Street Vermilion's Ice A Fair is the most popular one-day winter event that welcomes families, friends and neighbors to enjoy our Small Town on a Great Lake! You’ll find glistening, custom-carved sculptures throughout walkable downtown. Stop and take a selfie next to your favorites.

Watch the magic happen as artists transform blocks of ice into something spectacular during ice carving demos scheduled throughout the day in downtown Vermilion.

Our small business owners love Ice A Fair. Restaurants feature Ice A Fair specials including wintery cocktails and beers, chili and hearty menus that fit the occasion and season. Plan your visit with our handy list of Vermilion restaurants and shops at mainstreetvermilion.org.

The sky lights up when the sun goes down at Fire & Ice in the center of downtown, a traditional finale to the day’s events.. A giant, skillfully carved chimney of ice stands in the center of downtown. Will the fire that burns inside topple the ice, or will the melting ice douse the flames? Enjoy the suspense, beauty, and spectacular fire dancing performance all set to music for this amazing display.

For more information, visit mainstreetvermilion.org.