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Ice Time Festival

Event published by Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce

February 04, 2023
09:00am - 4:00pm

Event Details

200 Depot Drive
Dowagiac
49047
(directions)

Ice Time Festival

Watch ice, timber and wood carvers, as they create works of art before your eyes at Dowagiac Ice Time 2023 on Saturday, February 4.  Gather ‘round the campfire for warm and chocolaty S’mores, or sample southwest Michigan’s spiciest chili during the professional chili cook-off. Be sure to arrive early for the Out of Hibernation Sale and the deep discounts shopkeepers offer. 

The Chamber of Commerce is the proud host of the winter arts festival.  For more information call the Chamber of Commerce office at 269-782-8212 or email info@dowagiacchamber.com

Admission: No Admission

Contact: Matt Money

269-782-8212

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